reading before the repair/service, so that you can be sure
that it is properly reset, or that the door jamb sticker is
accurate if the odometer must be reset at zero.
The two trip odometers show individual trip mileage. To
switch from odometer to trip odometers, press and
release the Trip Odometer button. To reset a trip odom-
eter, display the desired trip odometer to be reset then
push and hold the button until the display resets (ap-
proximately two seconds). Refer to “Trip Odometer But-
ton” for additional information.Vehicle Odometer Messages
When the appropriate conditions exist, the odometer will
display the following messages:
door
............................. Door Ajar
dECK ............................ T runk Ajar
TOP nOT SECUrE ....... Convertible Top Not Secure
TOP .................. Con vertible Top Up/Down
TOP FAIL . . Convertible Top Up/Down Operation Failed
SET CARgO SHIELd ..... TheConvertible Top Cargo
Shield Must Be Put In The Stowed Position
SPEEd TOO HIgH ........ Vehicle Speed Is Too High
For Convertible Top Up/Down Operation
TOP donE .............. Con vertible Top Up/Down
Operation Is Complete
TOP nOT SECUrE .... Convertible Top Is Not Secured
LoW tirE ..................... LowTirePr essure
HOTOIL ............ Tr ansmission Oil Temperature
Exceeds Safe Threshold
gASCAP ....................... Fuel Cap Fault
CHANgE OIL ............... Oil Change Required
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NOTE:If the instrument cluster is equipped with the
optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC),
then all warnings including ”Low Tire,” “Door Ajar” and
“Trunk Ajar” will only display in the EVIC. (Refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” for spe-
cific messages).
Refer to “Convertible Top Operation” in “Understanding
The Features Of Your Vehicle” for a table that explains
how long each message is displayed and the conditions
under which each message is displayed.
LoW tirE
When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer
display will toggle between LoW and TirE for three
cycles. HOTOIL
When this message is displayed there is a transmission
over-temperature condition. When this condition occurs,
the “HOTOIL” message will be displayed in the odom-
eter along with a chime.
NOTE:
When this message is displayed, bring the
vehicle to a stop and idle the engine in park until the
message clears. Raising the idle of the engine slightly will
help speed up the cooling.
gASCAP
If the vehicle diagnostic system detects a leak or change
in the evaporative system, or the fuel filler cap is loose,
improperly installed, or damaged, the words “gASCAP”
will display in the odometer display area. If this occurs,
tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odom-
eter reset button to turn off the “gASCAP” message.
(Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System — OBDII” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information). If
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the problem continues, the message will appear the next
time the vehicle is started. See your authorized dealer
service center as soon as possible.
CHANgE OIL
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “CHAngE OIL” message will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately
12 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate
the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based, which
means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate
dependent upon your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.
To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the
Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To resetthe oil change indicator system (after performing the
scheduled maintenance) perform the following proce-
dure:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position
(do not start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly 3 times
within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
4. For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)”.
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•Remote start aborted — Fuel low
•Remote start disabled — System fault
•Convertible Top Not Secured (with a single chime)
•Convertible Top Complete (with a single chime)
•Secure Cargo Shield (with a single chime)
•Speed Too High (with a single chime)
•Convertible Top Malfunction (with a single chime)
•Oil Change Required (with a single chime)
•ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped
•Low Pressure (with a single chime) Refer toTi re
Pressure Monitoring System inStarting and Operat-
ing.
•Check TPM System (with a single chime) Refer to Ti re
Pressure Monitoring System inStarting and Operating.
Oil Change Required — If Equipped
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message
will flash in the EVIC display for approximately five
seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the
next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon
your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN
position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and
release the Menu button. To reset the oil change indicator
system (after performing the scheduled maintenance),
perform the following procedure:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not
start the engine.)
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2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times
within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.
Trip Functions
Press and release the MENU button until one of the
following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC:
•ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped
•Average Fuel Economy
•Distance To Empty
•Elapsed Time
•Display Units of Measure in Press and release the DOWN button to advance the
display through the Trip Functions.
The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa-
tion:
•ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped
The ECO indicator will illuminate in the EVIC display.
This ECO message will appear when you are driving in a
fuel efficient manner and can be used to modify driving
habits in order to increase fuel economy.
•Average Fuel Economy
Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.
When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read,
RESET or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the history
information will be erased, and the averaging will con-
tinue from the last fuel average reading before the reset.
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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” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.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.
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 457
Automatic Door Locks..................... 32
Automatic Headlights .................... 158
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ..........201,213
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 280
Automatic Transaxle ................ 294,297,429
Adding Fluid .................. 431,432,453
Filter ............................. 432
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 432
Fluid Level Check ................. 431,432
Interlock System .................. 299,300
Reset Mode ......................... 303
Selection Of Lubricant ................. 453
Shifting ........................... 297
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ......................... 429
Special Additives ..................... 430
Autostick ............................. 304 B-Pillar Location
........................ 328
Battery ............................... 413
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 25
Location ........................... 413
Belts, Seat ............................ 42,80
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 417
Brake Assist System ...................... 316
Brake System ........................... 427
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..................... 313
Fluid Check ..................... 427,453
Master Cylinder ..................... 427
Parking ........................... 310
Warning Light ....................... 197
Brake, Parking .......................... 310
Brake/Transaxle Interlock .................. 300
Brakes ............................... 427
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 78
Bulb Replacement ..................... 446,447
Bulbs, Light .......................... 83,446
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Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 206,406
Manual, Service......................... 477
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 163
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 427
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ............. 151
Methanol ............................. 354
Mini-Trip Computer ................... 208,214
Mirrors ............................... 108
Automatic Dimming .................. 108
Electric Powered ..................... 109
Electric Remote ...................... 109
Heated ............................ 110
Outside ........................... 109
Vanity ............................ 110
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 343
Mopar Parts ......................... 407,476
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 354
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 157New Vehicle Break-In Period
................ 78
Occupant Restraints ................... 38,60,63
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ...............59,60
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 353
Odometer ............................. 198
Trip ........................... 198,202
Oil Change Indicator .................. 201,213
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............201,213
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 412
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 412
Oil Pressure Light ....................... 196
Oil, Engine ......................... 409,452
Capacity ........................... 451
Change Interval ................ 201,213,410
Checking .......................... 409
Dipstick ........................... 409
Disposal ........................... 412
Filter .......................... 412,452
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INDEX 493