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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Do not leave the key fob in
the ignition switch. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
•Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine
is at idle speed.
•Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL
into any forward gear when the engine is above
idle speed.
•Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal.
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CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked posi-
tive (+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
•If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in
the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables
before connecting the charger to the battery. Do
not use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft tissue.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the car to
wash them.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
Dry with a soft tissue.
Cleaning The Cupholders
Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent.
FUSES
Totally Integrated Power Module
The Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) is located
in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly.
This center contains fuses and relays.
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114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or
114 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engine).
❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped).
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect the exhaust system.
❏ Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid.
❏ Change Power Transfer Case (PTU) fluid.
❏ Change the automatic transmission and fluid.
❏ Replace the accessory drive belt (2.4L Engine).
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 30
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 95
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 30
Automatic Headlights .................... 122
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ..........188,205
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 277
Automatic Transaxle ................... 298,432
Adding Fluid ................... 432,434,457
Filter ............................... 434
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 434
Fluid Level Check ................... 432,434
Interlock System .................... 300,301
Reset Mode .......................... 304
Selection Of Lubricant ................... 457
Shifting ............................. 298
Special Additives ...................... 434
Autostick ............................. 305
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...... 150
Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 150 Back-Up Lights
......................... 452
Battery ............................... 413
Charging System Light .................. 190
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 24
Location ............................ 413
Belts, Seat ............................ 41,86
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 417
Booster Seat ............................ 73
B-Pillar Location ........................ 331
Brake Assist System ...................... 319
Brake Assist Warning Light ................. 194
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 317
Brake Fluid ............................ 457
Brake, Parking .......................... 312
Brake System ........................ 315,430
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................... 316,317
Fluid Check ....................... 430,457
Master Cylinder ....................... 430
Parking ............................. 312
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Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 54
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 126
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 41
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) ............................ 77,79
Latch Plate ............................. 42
Latches ................................ 88
Hood ............................... 119
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 353
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 88
Life of Tires ............................ 341
Liftgate ................................ 38
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 171
Light Bulbs .......................... 88,449
Light Replacement ....................... 450
Lights ........................... 88,121,450
Airbag ........................ 63,68,86,197Anti-Lock
........................... 319
Anti-Lock Warning ..................... 193
Automatic Headlights ................... 122
Back-Up ............................ 452
Battery Saver ......................... 128
Brake Assist Warning ................194,324
Brake Warning ........................ 195
Bulb Replacement ...................... 450
Cargo .............................. 128
Courtesy/Reading ..................... 127
Cruise .............................. 190
Daytime Running ...................... 125
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............121,127
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator ....................... 194,322,324
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ......... 189
Exterior .............................. 88
Fog .......................... 125,184,451
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 380
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Headlight Switch................... 121,122
Headlights ........................ 122,450
Headlights On Reminder ................. 125
Headlights On With Wipers ............123,132
High Beam ..................... 127,185,450
High Beam Indicator .................... 185
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 127
Illuminated Entry ....................... 18
Instrument Cluster .................. 121,183
Interior ............................. 127
License ............................. 454
Lights On Reminder .................... 125
Low Fuel ......................... 183,184
LowTire ............................ 191
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........ 193
Map Reading ......................... 127
Oil Pressure .......................... 189
Park .......................... 121,122,450
Passing ............................. 127 Rear Servicing
..................... 450,452
Rear Tail ............................ 452
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 186
Service ........................... 449,450
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 193
Side Marker .......................... 450
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ........191,344
Traction Control ................. 193,322,324
Turn Signal ............. 88,121,126,185,450,452
Vanity Mirror .......................... 97
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 183
Load Floor, Cargo ....................... 166
Loading Vehicle ...................... 359,361
Capacities ........................... 361
Tires ............................... 331
Locks ................................. 28
Auto Unlock .......................... 30
Child Protection ........................ 32
Door ................................ 28
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Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System).... 114
Passing Light ........................... 127
Personal Settings ........................ 210
Pets .................................. 83
Phone, Cellular .................... 98,251,252
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ........98,251,252
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 331
Port Universal Serial Bus (USB) ............... 251
USB ............................... 251
Power Brakes .............................. 315
Door Locks ........................... 29
Inverter ............................. 153
Mirrors .............................. 96
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 150
Seats ............................... 104
Steering .......................... 31 1,312
Sunroof ............................. 147 Windows
............................. 34
Windows, Express Down ................. 23
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 457
Power Transfer Unit ...................... 457
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 53
Preparation for Jacking .................... 383
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................ 47
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 210
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 19
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 338
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......... 427
Radio, Navigation (Uconnect gps)........... 251
Radio Operation ...................... 252,269
Radio Remote Controls .................... 267
Radio, Satellite (Uconnect studios) . . . 251,252,256,261
Radio (Sound Systems) .................... 251
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