hood latching components to ensure proper function.
When performing other underhood services, the hood
latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be
cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the
lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces-
sary.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the
rear window washer is shared. It is located in the engine
compartment and should be checked at regular intervals.
Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not
radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few
seconds to flush out any residual water.
The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid
when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates.
490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 392,427,429
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 350,514
Video Entertainment System™ (Rear Seat Video
System) ............................... 324
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 131
Warning Flasher, Hazard .................. 446
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description) ........................... 254
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 544
Washer Adding Fluid ....................... 490
Washing Vehicle ......................... 501
Water Driving Through ..................... 372 Wheel and Wheel Trim
.................... 503
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 503
Wheel Nut Torque ....................... 461
Wind Buffeting ....................... 46,211
Window Fogging ........................ 350
Windows .............................. 41
Power ............................. 42
Rear Vent ........................... 41
Windows, Express Down ................... 22
Windshield Defroster ..................... 107
Windshield Washers ...................... 490
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 490
Wiper Blade Replacement .................. 490
Zone Control (Temperature Control) .......... 333
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