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CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec-
onds before trying again.
After Starting
The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine
warms up.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a
standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.The engine block heater cord is bundled under the hood
between the headlight assembly and the Totally Inte-
grated Power Module (Fuse Box) on the driver ’s side of
the vehicle.
The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one
hour to have an adequate warning effect on the engine.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block heater
cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt
electrical cord could cause electrocution.5
STARTING AND OPERATING 291
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Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome-plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with
a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove
heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR
Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a nonabrasive,
non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool,
a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Only MOPARor
equivalent is recommended. Do not use oven cleaner.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or
harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’ protective
finish.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed. To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure –
If Equipped
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man-
ner:
•Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
•Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
•For tough stains, apply MOPAR
Total Clean or
equivalent, or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp
cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to
remove soap residue.
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Contract, Service........................ 461
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 414
Cooling System ......................... 412
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 413
Coolant Capacity ..................... 438
Coolant Level .................... 412,415
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 415
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 412
Inspection .......................... 415
Points to Remember .................. 416
Pressure Cap ........................ 414
Radiator Cap ....................... 414
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ....413,438,439
Corrosion Protection ..................... 422
Crankcase Ventilation Module ............... 20
Cruise Light ........................... 195
Cupholders ...................... 144,174,428
Customer Assistance ..................... 459
Customer Programmable Features ............ 212Data Recorder, Event
...................... 71
Daytime Running Lights ................... 150
Dealer Service .......................... 398
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 38
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 181
Defroster, Windshield ................86,271,277
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ...............30,154
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 395
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 149
Dipsticks Automatic Transaxle ...............421,422
Oil (Engine) ........................ 399
Power Steering ...................... 304
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 388
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 415
Engine Oil ......................... 402
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 31
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 160
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Starting............................... 288
Engine Fails to Start .................. 289
Starting and Operating .................... 288
Starting Procedures ...................... 288
Steering Power .......................... 303,304
Tilt Column ........................ 156
Wheel, Tilt ......................... 156
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. 266
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls ......................... 266
Storage ............................ 176,433
Storage, Vehicle ......................... 279
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 386
Sun Roof .............................. 167
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 57
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 402 Tachometer
............................ 192
Taillights .............................. 436
Telescoping Steering Column ............... 156
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 273
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......188,372
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 76
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 156
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 148
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 322
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 320
Tire Markings .......................... 316
Tire Safety Information .................... 316
Tires ............................ 87,326,465
Aging (Life of Tires) .................. 333
Air Pressure ........................ 326
Chains ............................ 335
Changing .......................... 374
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