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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
remote negative(-)post of the vehicle with the dis-
charged battery.
7. Disconnect the negative end(-)of the jumper cable
from the negative(-)post of the booster battery.8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper
cable from the positive(+)post of the booster battery.
9. Disconnect the positive(+)end of the jumper cable
from the remote positive(+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi-
tive(+)battery post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle,
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s
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Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom-
mended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
NOTE:The battery is stored in a compartment behind
the left front fender and is accessible without removing
the tire and wheel. Remote battery terminals are located
in the engine compartment for jump-starting. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” for further information.To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to the
right and remove the inner fender shield.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water.
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............336
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......236
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking..............................400
Jump Starting.........................410
Towing..............................417
Emission Control System Maintenance..........426
Engine.................................423
Air Cleaner...........................432
Block Heater..........................304
Break-In Recommendations................90
Checking Oil Level.....................429
Compartment.........................424
Compartment Identification...............424
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................442
Cooling..............................441
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................91
Fuel Requirements......................370
Jump Starting.........................410Oil .................................429
Oil Change Interval.....................227
Oil Filler Cap.........................423
Oil Selection..........................430
Oil Synthetic..........................431
Overheating..........................398
Starting..............................303
Temperature Gauge.....................220
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................431
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................431
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............64
Entry System, Illuminated....................21
Ethanol................................371
Event Data Recorder........................68
Exhaust Gas Caution........................91
Exhaust System...........................91
Extender, Seat Belt.........................56
Exterior Lights............................95
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Jack Location............................400
Jack Operation...........................400
Jump Starting............................410
Key-In Reminder..........................15
Keyless Entry System.......................21
Key, Programming.........................17
Key, Replacement..........................16
Keys...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)....................15
Knee Bolster..............................57
Lane Change and Turn Signals................229
Lane Change Assist........................180
Lap/Shoulder Belts.........................43
Latches.................................95
Hood...............................175
Latch Plate...............................44
Lead Free Gasoline........................370Leaks, Fluid..............................95
Life of Tires.............................358
Light Bulbs..............................95
Lights..................................95
Airbag...............................62
Back-Up.............................473
Battery Saver..........................184
Brake Assist Warning....................338
Brake Warning.........................223
Bulb Replacement......................470
Courtesy/Reading......................183
Daytime Running......................182
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................180
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator. . . .338
Engine Temperature Warning..............222
Exterior..............................95
Fog .................................181
Headlights...........................178
Headlights On With Wipers...............179
506 INDEX