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4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint tothe top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram.
5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer ’s instructions.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes
should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
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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 – 2.4L Engine
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
the engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Com-
partment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine
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 the “Engine Com-
partment” illustration in this section.
NOTE:SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535-S1
or Fiat 9.55535-S3 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine
oil meeting MS- 6395 is not available.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed.
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Emergency, In Case ofJacking .............................. .398
Jump Starting ......................... .410
Towing ............................. .417
Emergency Trunk Release ....................42
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........426
Engine ................................ .423
Air Cleaner .......................... .433
Block Heater ......................... .300
Break-In Recommendations .................96
Checking Oil Level ..................... .429
Compartment ......................... .424
Compartment Identification ................424
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................443
Cooling ............................. .442
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................98
Fails to Start .......................... .298
Flooded, Starting ...................... .298
Fuel Requirements ..................... .369Jump Starting
......................... .410
Oil................................. .429
Oil Change Interval ..................... .216
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .423
Oil Selection .......................... .430
Oil Synthetic ......................... .431
Overheating .......................... .396
Starting ............................. .296
Temperature Gauge ..................... .210
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .431
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................431
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............71
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .370
Event Data Recorder ........................74
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................98
Exhaust System ...........................98
Exterior Lights .......................... .101
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Disposal............................. .432
Filter ............................... .432
Filter Disposal ........................ .432
Identification Logo ..................... .430
Materials Added to ..................... .432
Recommendation ...................... .430
Synthetic ............................ .431
Viscosity ............................ .431
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .432
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .212
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................425
Operating Precautions ..................... .425
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Overheating, Engine ...................... .396
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .454
Panic Alarm ..............................26 Parking Brake
........................... .324
Passing Light ........................... .168
Personal Settings ......................... .237
Pets ....................................96
Phone, Cellular ...........................111
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®) ...............111
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........343
Power Deck Lid Release ........................40
Door Locks ............................33
Mirrors ............................. .109
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........193
Seats ............................... .150
Steering ............................. .323
Sunroof ............................. .190
Windows ..............................36
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................59
Preparation for Jacking .....................399
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .344
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Storage .......................... .288
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............19
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .431
Voice Recognition System (VR) ................143
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .210
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .489
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .439
Washers, Windshield ...................... .172
Washing Vehicle ......................... .454Water
Driving Through ....................... .321
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................456
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................456
Wind Buffeting ............................40
Window Fogging ........................ .288
Windows ................................36
Power ................................36
Windshield Defroster .......................99
Windshield Washers ...................... .172
Fluid ............................... .439
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................439
Windshield Wipers ....................... .172
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................439
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... .173
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