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4. Operate the jack from the front or the rear of the vehicle. Place the jack
under the axle tube, as shown.Do not raise the vehicle until you are
sure the jack is fully engaged.
5. Raise the vehicle by turning the
jack screw to the right. Raise the
vehicle only until the tire just
clears the surface and enough
clearance is obtained to install
the spare tire. Minimum tire lift
provides maximum stability.
6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel.
7. Position the spare wheel/tire on
the vehicle and install the lug
nuts with the cone-shaped end
toward the wheel. Lightly tighten
the lug nuts clockwise.
8. Lower the vehicle by turning the
jack screw to the left, and remove
the jack.
9. Finish tightening the lug nuts.
Push down on the wrench while
tightening for increased leverage.
Alternate nuts until each nut has
been tightened twice. The correct
wheel nut tightness is 95 ft lbs
(130 N·m). If in doubt about the
correct tightness, have them
checked with a torque wrench by
your authorized dealer or at a
service station.
10. Remove the jack assembly and
wheel blocks.
11. Secure the tire, jack, and tools in
their proper locations.
12. Remove blocks from wheels.
Road Tire Installation
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut
toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise.
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WARNING!(Continued)
• To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely stowed,
spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground.
• Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less
stable and cause a collision. It could slip off the jack and hurt
someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire.
• To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten
the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.
• A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or hard stop, could
endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow thejack parts
and the spare tire in the places provided.
• To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten
the lug nuts fully until the vehicle is lowered to the ground.
JUMP-STARTING
• If your vehicle has a discharged
battery it can be jump-started
using a set of jumper cables and a
battery in another vehicle or by
using a portable battery booster
pack.
• Jump-starting can be dangerous if
done improperly so please follow
the procedures in this section
carefully.
NOTE:When using a portable
battery booster pack follow the
manufacturer’s operating instructions
and precautions.
Preparations for Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle is located in the right rear of the engine
compartment.
• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and
turn the ignition to LOCK.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within
the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the
ignition is OFF.
Jump-Starting Procedure
• Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post
of the discharged vehicle.
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WARNING!(Continued)
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is
raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be
injured by moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, that
might make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be severely
injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and
generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep
open flames or sparksaway from the battery.
• Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a
ground connection and personal injury could result.
• Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or
property damage due to battery explosion.
• 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.
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS
• If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, they are mounted in the front
and the rear.
NOTE:For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use both of the front
tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded
off-road. Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway
towing. You could damage your vehicle. Tow straps are recommended
when towing the vehicle; chains may cause vehicle damage.
WARNING!
• Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains
may break, causing serious injury or death.
• Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. Tow straps
may become disengaged, causing serious injury.
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SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
• If a malfunction occurs and the
shift lever cannot be moved out of
the PARK position, you can use
the following procedure to
temporarily move the shift lever:
• To access the shift lever override,
remove the override cover
located on the PRNDL bezel, next
to the shift lever.
• Firmly set the parking brake.
• Turn the ignition switch to the
ACC or ON position without
starting the engine.
• Press and maintain firm pressure
on the brake pedal.
• Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the override tab
through the access port on the center console.
• Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
• The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
• Reinstall the override cover.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
• The manufacturer requires towing your vehicle with all four wheelsOFF
the ground using a flatbed.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle using any other method could result in extensive
damage to the transfer case and/or transmission.
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine PartCapacities
Axle differential (rear)
226 RBI (Model 44)-
MOPAR® Gear & 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 MOPAR® DOT 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
recommended brake
fluids.—
Power Steering
ReservoirMOPAR® Power
Steering Fluid +4,
MOPAR® ATF+4®
Automatic Transmission
Fluid or equivalent
licensed ATF+4®
product.—
Fuel Selection 2 Door 87 Octane 18.6 Gallons (70 Liters)
(Approximate)
Fuel Selection 4 Door 87 Octane 22.5 Gallons (85 Liters)
(Approximate)
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of ir-
regular wear, even if it occurs before scheduled
maintenance.XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following:
dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the en-
gine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.XXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.XXXXXX
InspecttheCVjoints. XXXX
Inspecttheexhaustsystem. XXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X X X X
Inspect the transfer case fluid. X
Change the transfer case fluid if using your ve-
hicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer
towing.XX
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid. Change if
using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-
road or frequent trailer towing.XXXX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped
with four wheel disc brakes.XXX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and
filter if using your vehicle for any of the follow-
ing: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing.X
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Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the manual transmission fluid if using
your vehicle for any of the following: trailer
towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, po-
lice, delivery service (commercial service), off-
road, desert operation or more than 50% of
your driving is at sustained high speeds during
hot weather, above 90°F (32 °C).XXX
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and
boot seals; replace if necessary.XXXXXX
Replace the ignition cables.X
Replace the spark plugs.X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.X
Inspect all door latches for presence of grease
- reapply as necessary.XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Flush and replace the engine coolant at
60 months or 104,000 miles (169,000 km)
whichever comes first.X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at
104,000 miles (169,000 km) or 60 months
whichever comes first.X• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
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CavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
M6 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet #1/Rain Sensor
M7 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet #2 (BATT/ACC
SELECT)
M8 20 Amp
YellowFront Heated Seat
M9 20 Amp
YellowRear Heated Seat (If Equipped)
M10 15 Amp Blue Ignition Off Draw — Vehicle
Entertainment System
(IOD-VES), Satellite Digital
Audio Receiver (SDARS), DVD,
Hands-Free Module (HFM),
RADIO, Antenna (ANT),
Universal Garage Door Opener
(UGDO), Vanity Lamp (VANITY
LP)
M11 10 Amp Red (Ignition Off Draw) IOD-HVAC/
ATC, MW SENSR, Underhood
Lamp (UH LMP)
M12 30 Amp Green Amplifier (AMP)
M13 20 Amp
YellowIgnition Off Draw— Cabin
Compartment Node (IOD-CCN),
Wireless Control Module (WCM),
SIREN, Multifunction Control
Switch (MULTIFCTN SW)
M14 20 Amp
YellowTrailer Tow (Export Only)
M15 20 Amp
YellowCOL MOD, IR SNS, Heater
Ventilation, Air Conditioning/
Automatic Temperature Control
(HVAC/ATC), Rear View Mirror
(RR VW MIR), Cabin
Compartment Node (CCN),
Transfer Case Switch (T-CASE
SW), RUN/ST, Multi-Function
Control Switch (MULTIFTCN
SW), Tire Pressure Monitor
(TPM), Glow Plug Module (GLW
PLG MOD) — Export Diesel Only
M16 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller
(ORC)
M17 15 Amp Blue Left Tail/License/Park Lamp
(LT-TAIL/LIC/PRK LMP)
M18 15 Amp Blue Right Tail/Park/Run Lamp
(RT-TAIL/PRK/RUN LMP)
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