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CAUTION!
•Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when
towing. When securing the vehicle to a flatbed
truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension
components. Damage to your vehicle may result
from improper towing.
•If the vehicle being towed requires steering. the
ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or ACC
position, not the LOCK/OFF position.
Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK/OFF position. The only
approved method of towing without the ignition key is
with a flatbed truck. Proper towing equipment is neces-
sary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Four–Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels
OFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the
vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised
and the opposite end on a towing dolly.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.8L
1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses)7 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
2 — Battery 8 — Engine Oil Fill
3 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 — Air Cleaner Filter
4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 10 — Coolant Pressure Cap
5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 11 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance
intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these
components as the chemicals can damage your
engine, transmission, power steering or air condi-
tioning. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed
because of component malfunction, use only the
specified fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the
engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. The
engine oil level should be checked five minutes after a
warmed up engine has been shut off.Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Always
maintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the
dipstick. Adding 1 U.S. Quart (0.95L) of oil when the
reading is at the bottom of the SAFE zone will result in a
reading at the top of the safe zone on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage
your engine.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – If
Equipped MOPAR
ATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Manual Transmission – If
Equipped MOPAR
Manual Transmission Lubricant or equivalent (meeting the re-
quirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-9224).
Transfer Case MOPARATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Axle Differential (Front) MOPARGear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 80W-90) (API GL-5) or equivalent.
Axle Differential (Rear) 226 RBI (Model 44)- MOPARGear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 80W-90) (API
GL-5) or equivalent. For trailer towing, use MOPAR Synthetic Gear & Axle
Lubricant (SAE 75W-140) or equivalent. Models equipped with Trac-Lok™
require an additive.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE
J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR Power Steering Fluid +4, MOPARATF+4Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
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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.
Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
•Check the manual transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.8
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Special Additives..................... 528
Torque Converter .................... 383
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...... 162
Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 162
Axle Lock ............................. 388
Battery ............................... 513
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 25
Belts, Seat ............................ 47,87
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 515
Brake Assist System ...................... 411
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 410
Brake System ........................... 525
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..................... 409
Master Cylinder ..................... 526
Parking ........................... 406
Warning Light ....................... 268
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 378
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 85Bulb Replacement
..................... 545,546
Bulbs, Light ............................ 89
Calibration, Compass .................. 285,293
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 549
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 457
Power Steering ...................... 406
Car Washes ............................ 533
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............86,456
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 459
Cargo Light ............................ 154
Cellular Phone ........................ 99,351
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 549
Certification Label ....................... 459
Chains, Tire ............................ 445
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 485
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 427
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Data Recorder, Event...................... 70
Daytime Running Lights ................... 153
Dealer Service .......................... 509
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 260
Defroster, Windshield ................88,353,359
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 156
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 506
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 152
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................ 510
Power Steering ...................... 406
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 498
Disarming, Theft System ................... 19
Disposal Engine Oil ......................... 512
Used Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 523
Door Locks ............................. 34
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 35
Doors ................................. 29 Driver’s Seat Back Tilt
.................... 137
Driving ............................... 391
Off-Pavement ....................... 392
Off-Road .......................... 392
Dual Top .............................. 170
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 98
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...... 162
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 162
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 410
Brake Assist System ................... 411
Electronic Roll Mitigation ............... 416
Traction Control System ................ 411
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ............. 416
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 159
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 417
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...... 280
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) ....................... 281,286
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Fabric Care......................... 535,536
Fabric Top ............................. 536
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 512
Air Conditioning ..................... 362
Engine Oil ......................... 512
Finish Care ............................ 533
Flashers Hazard Warning ..................... 484
Turn Signal ................. 89,267,547,548
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 371
Fluid Capacities ......................... 549
Fluid Leaks ............................. 89
Fluid Level Checks ...................... 532
Automatic Transmission ................ 527
Engine Oil ......................... 510
Manual Transmission .................. 530
Power Steering ...................... 406
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 550Fog Light Service
........................ 547
Fog Lights .......................... 152,547
Fold and Tumble Rear Seat ................. 144
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 146
Folding Windshield ...................... 253
Four Wheel Drive ....................... 383
Shifting ........................... 385
Four Wheel Drive Operation ................ 383
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .................. 484
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 495
Front Axle (Differential) ................... 531
Fuel ................................. 452
Ethanol ........................... 453
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................. 457
Gasoline ........................... 452
Gauge ............................ 266
Materials Added ..................... 455
Methanol .......................... 453
Octane Rating ....................... 452
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