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CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the
positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the
negative (-)post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper
cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the
discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and
the fuel injection system.
WARNING!
Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the
discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in
the reverse sequence:
6. Disconnect the negative (-)jumper cable from the
engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
7. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
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CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 3.8L ............. 505
Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...... 506
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ........... 506
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs ............................ 507
Replacement Parts ..................... 508
Dealer Service ........................ 509
Maintenance Procedures ................. 509
▫ Engine Oil ......................... 510 ▫
Engine Oil Filter ..................... 512
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............... 512
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .............. 513
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............ 514
▫ Body Lubrication .................... 515
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 516
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ................. 516
▫ Exhaust System ..................... 517
▫ Cooling System ..................... 520
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL). It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and drivability. The
vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
•If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose, improp-
erly installed, or damaged. A “gASCAP” message will be
displayed in the odometer. Tighten the gas cap until a
clickingsound is heard. This is an indication that the
gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer reset
button to turn the message off. If the problem persists,
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Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection for all
engines under all types of operating conditions, the
manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer-
tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material
Standard MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber, should not be used.
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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.
•A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park
over materials that can burn. Such materials might
be grass or leaves coming into contact with your
exhaust system. Do not park or operate your ve-
hicle in areas where your exhaust system can
contact anything that can burn.
CAUTION!
•The catalytic converter requires the use of un-
leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the
effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con-
trol device and may seriously reduce engine per-
formance and cause serious damage to the engine.
•Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.
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Cavity CartridgeFuseMini
Fuse Description
J4 25 Amp Natural Driver Door Node
J5 25 Amp Natural Passenger Door Node
J6 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem (ABS) Pump/
Stability Control Sys-
tem
J7 30 Amp Pink Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem (ABS) Valve/
Stability Control Sys-
tem
J8 — —
J9 40 Amp Green PZEV Sec Motor/Flex
FuelCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
Fuse Description
J10 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Wash
Relay/Manifold Tun-
ing Valve
J11 30 Amp Pink Sway Bar
J13 60 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw
(IOD) – Main
J14 40 Amp Green Rear Defroster
J15 40 Amp Green Front Blower
J17 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid
J18 20 Amp Blue Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) Trans
Range
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Cavity CartridgeFuseMini
Fuse Description
M16 10 Amp
Red Airbag Module
M17 15 Amp
Blue Left Tail/License/
Park Lamp
M18 15 Amp
Blue Right Tail/Park/Run
Lamp
M19 25 Amp
Natural Auto Shut Down
(ASD #1 and #2)
M20 15 Amp
Blue Cabin Compartment
Node Interior Light,
Switch Bank
M21 20 Amp
Yellow Auto Shut Down
(ASD #3)
M22 10 Amp
Red Right Horn (HI/
LOW)Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
Fuse Description
M23 10 Amp
Red Left Horn (HI/LOW)
M24 25 Amp
Natural Rear Wiper
M25 20 Amp
Yellow Fuel Pump, Diesel
Lift Pump – Export
Only
M26 — —
M27 10 Amp
Red Ignition Switch Feed,
Wireless Module
M28 10 Amp
Red Powertrain Control
Module
M29 — —
M30 15 Amp
Blue Wiper Motor Frt,
J1962 Diagnostic Feed
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Cavity CartridgeFuseMini
Fuse Description
M31 20 Amp
Yellow Backup Lamps
M32 10 Amp
Red Airbag Controller, TT
EUROPE
M33 10 Amp
Red Powertrain Controller
M34 10 Amp
Red Park Assist, Climate
Control System,
Headlamp Wash,
Compass
M35 10 Amp
Red Heated Mirrors
M36 20 Amp
Yellow Power OutletCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
Fuse Description
M37 10 Amp
Red Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem, Electronic Stabil-
ity Control, Stop
Lamp Switch, Fuel
Pump Relay
M38 25 Amp
Natural Lock/Unlock Motors
CAUTION!
•When installing the Integrated Power Module
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the Integrated Power
Module, and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
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