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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 engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time tocheck the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the
engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level in the “SAFE” range. Adding one quart of oil
when the reading is at the bottom of the “SAFE” range
will result in an oil level at the top of the “SAFE” range
on these engines.
NOTE:Fill engine oil one quart at a time.
CAUTION!
•Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration
or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your
engine.
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
M2 20 Amp
YellowElectronic Limit
Slip Differential/
Air Suspension
M3 20 Amp
YellowLiftgate/Headrest
M5 25 Amp
Natural115V AC Power
Inverter
M6 20 Amp
YellowCigar Lighter
M7 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet #2
(Switchable)
M8 20 Amp
YellowFront Heated Seat
& Steering Wheel
M9 20 Amp
YellowRear Heated SeatsCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
M10 15 Amp
BlueVideo/Universal
Garage Door
Opener
M11 10 Amp
RedHeating, Ventilation
& Air Conditioning
(Climate Control
System)
M12 30 Amp
GreenRadio/Amplifier
M13 20 Amp
YellowInstrument Cluster
M14 20 Amp
YellowBack Up Camera –
If Equipped
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Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPARATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4product.
Transfer Case MOPARNV146 Transfer Case Fluid or equivalent. Usage of other fluid/
lubricants isNOTrecommended.
Axle Differential (Front-Rear) MOPARSynthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-140 (API-GL5) or
equivalent.
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 rec-
ommended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPARPower Steering Fluid +4, MOPARATF+4Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4product.
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Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.
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 the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering 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.
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.
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Personal Settings........................ 317
Pets.................................. 94
Pets, Transporting........................ 94
Phone, Cellular......................... 111
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™)............. 111
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 414
PolishingandWaxing ..................... 500
Power
Door Locks......................... 32
Inverter........................... 262
Lift Gate........................... 45
Mirrors ............................ 109
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)........ 258
Seats...........................156,158
Steering........................... 396
Sunroof.........................251,254
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......... 195
Windows........................... 40
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 66Pretensioners
Seat Belts........................... 60
Programmable Electronic Features............ 317
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 22
Radial Ply Tires......................... 421
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 492
Radio Operation........................ 361
Rain Sensitive Wiper System................ 192
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 496
Rear Camera........................... 237
Rear Cross Path......................... 152
Rear Cupholder......................... 264
Rear Park Sense System................... 229
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 170
Rear Window Defroster................... 275
Rear Window Features.................... 274
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 274
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Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........198,201
Speedometer........................... 291
Starting............................. 27,375
Automatic Transmission................ 375
Cold Weather....................... 379
Engine Fails to Start.................. 379
Remote............................ 27
Starting and Operating.................... 375
Starting Procedures...................... 375
Steering
Power............................ 396
TiltColumn ......................194,195
Wheel, Heated...................... 196
Wheel, Tilt......................194,195
Steering Wheel Audio Controls.............. 358
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 358
Storage............................... 510
Storage, Vehicle......................368,510StoringYourVehicle ...................... 510
Sun Roof...........................251,254
Sun Visor Extension...................... 111
Sunglasses Storage....................... 241
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 67
Sway Control, Trailer..................... 406
System, Remote Starting.................... 27
Tachometer............................ 284
Telescoping Steering Column.............194,195
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 361
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......... 292
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 86
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 272
Tilt Steering Column...................194,195
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 414
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 412
Tire Markings.......................... 408
Tire Safety Information.................... 408
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