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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 3.7L ............. 443
Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...... 444
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ........... 444
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs ............................ 445
Replacement Parts ..................... 446
Dealer Service ........................ 447
Maintenance Procedures ................. 447
▫ Engine Oil ......................... 448 ▫
Engine Oil Filter ..................... 450
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............... 450
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .............. 451
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............ 453
▫ A/C Air Filter – If Equipped ............ 454
▫ Body Lubrication .................... 454
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 455
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ................. 455
▫ Exhaust System ..................... 456
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.7L
1 — Air Cleaner Filter6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill
4 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 9 — Coolant Pressure Cap
5 — Battery
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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 non-abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent. This
will remove accumulations 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
necessary.Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield and rear window washers share the same
fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is located in the front
of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid
level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir
with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze)
and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the
residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some
washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe
clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
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exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system;
or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle;
or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex-
haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-
aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams
or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep
into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the
exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri-
cation or oil change. Replace as required.
WARNING!
•Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain
carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious
and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing
CO, refer to “Safety Tips/Exhaust Gas” in “Things
To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further
information.
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Voice Recognition System (VR).............. 133
Warning Flasher, Hazard .................. 422
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 220
Warning, Roll Over ........................ 4
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 7
Warranty Information ..................... 512
Washers, Windshield ................ 164,167,455
Water Driving Through ..................... 333
Waxing and Polishing ..................... 473
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 474
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 474Wind Buffeting
..................... 39,192,197
Window Fogging ........................ 306
Windows .............................. 35
Power ............................. 35
Windshield Defroster ................90,298,303
Windshield Washers ................ 164,167,455
Fluid ............................. 455
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 455
Windshield Wipers ....................... 164
Wiper Blade Replacement .................. 455
Wiper, Delay ........................... 166
Wiper, Rear ............................ 210
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 166
Wipers, Rain Sensitive .................... 168
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