
•WASHER FLUID LOW (with graphic)
•COOLANT LOW (with graphic)
•OIL CHANGE REQUIRED
•OIL CHANGE RESET
•CHECK GAUGES
•AUTO HIGH BEAMS ON
•AUTO HIGH BEAMS OFF
•PARK ASSIST DISABLED
•SERVICE SUSPENSION
•SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM
•TRANSMISSION OVER TEMP
•CHECK SHIFT PROCEDURE
•SERVICE 4WD SYSTEM
•4WD SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL
•LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
•WARNING! LIMIT SPEED
•CHECK GASCAP
•ESP OFF
•IOD FUSE OUT
•HILL DESCENT CONTROL
•MEMORY #1 POSITIONS SET
•MEMORY #2 POSITIONS SET
•MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED — SEATBELT BUCK-
LED (with graphic)
•MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED — VEHICLE NOT IN
PARK
•DRIVER 1 MEMORY
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•This vehicle has not been designed for use with
Propylene Glycol-based engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Use of Propylene Glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
Adding Coolant
Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine
coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance
intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up
to 5 Years or 102,000 miles (170 000 km) before replace-
ment. To prevent reducing this extended maintenance
period, it is important that you use the same engine
coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your vehicle.
Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant
(antifreeze).When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR
Antifreeze/ Coolant 5–Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT
(Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
•Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant
(antifreeze) and distilled water. Use higher concentra-
tions (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below -34°F
(-37°C) are anticipated.
•Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant
(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
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Disposal of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals and children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it
to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child
or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up
any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the engine coolant (antifreeze) level is
adequate. With the engine idling, and warm to normal
operating temperature, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap, unless checking for
engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en-
gine coolant (antifreeze). Advise your service attendant
of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is
satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once
a month.
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill.Points To Remember
NOTE:
When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles
(kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
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If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle.
•Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the
radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If engine
coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, contents of
coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against
freezing.
•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle
does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling
system should be pressure tested for leaks.
•Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at
50% HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze) (minimum)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of
your engine, which contains aluminum components.
•Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery
bottle hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be periodically inspected.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.7
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
3.7L and 5.7L Engines 21 Gallons79 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5 Quarts4.7 Liters
5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts6.6 Liters
Cooling System *
3.7L Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze
5–Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) — Without Rear Heat 12.7 Quarts
11.8 Liters
3.7L Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze
5–Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) — With Rear Heat 14 Quarts
13.2 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze
5–Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) — Without Rear Heat 15.2 Quarts
14.4 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze
5–Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) — With Rear Heat 16.7 Quarts
15.8 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months, whichever
comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission
(5.7L only) and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.8
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 268
Adding Fuel ........................... 320
Adjustable Pedals ........................ 115
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 372
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 374
Air Conditioning ........................ 224
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 231
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............... 375
Air Conditioning System .................. 224
Air Filter .............................. 372
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 296
Airbag .............................. 46,54
Airbag Deployment ....................... 56
Airbag Light ................... 47,53,58,74,160
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 57
Airbag, Side .......................... 52,54
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........49,52,54
Alarm, Panic ............................ 23
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................19,161Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle
............. 9
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 215
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................ 413
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............268,270
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 161
Anti-Theft System ....................... 161
Appearance Care ........................ 393
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 19
Assist, Hill Start ........................ 278
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 31
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 81
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 29
Automatic Headlights .................... 102
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 224
Automatic Transmission ................245,389
Adding Fluid ......................... 391
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 389
Fluid Level Check ................... 390,391
Fluid Type ........................... 389
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Light............................... 143
Luggage Carrier ....................... 150
Cargo Light ............................ 143
Cargo Load Floor ........................ 147
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 145
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 322
Cellular Phone ........................ 84,221
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 412
Certification Label ....................... 322
Chains, Tire ............................ 302
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 348
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 286
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ............... 366
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 72
Checks, Safety ........................... 72
Child Restraint ...................... 61,66,68
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............65,66
Child Safety Locks ........................ 29 Climate Control
......................... 221
Clock ........................ 184,185,189,198
Cold Weather Operation ................... 241
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 220
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 298
Compass .............................. 176
Compass Calibration ..................... 177
Compass Variance ....................... 177
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 173
Connector UCI ................................ 209
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......... 209
Conserving Fuel ........................ 174
Console, Overhead ....................... 127
Contract, Service ........................ 439
Cooling System ......................... 380
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 382
Coolant Capacity ...................... 413
Coolant Level ......................... 384
448 INDEX