WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami-
nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could
be damaged, causing partial or complete brake
failure. This could result in a collision.
CAUTION!
Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall
clutch system performance. Improper brake fluids
may damage the clutch system resulting in loss of
clutch function and the ability to shift the transmis-
sion.
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
The automatic transmission and differential assembly are
contained within a single housing.
The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be
checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with
an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the
transmission and the fluid.
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-
mance. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended trans-
mission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion. It is important that the transmission fluid be main-
tained at the prescribed level using the recommended
fluid.
544 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission (1.4L Turbo
Engine) – If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR
C635 DDCT/MTX Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission (2.0L And
2.4L Engine) – If Equipped We recommend you use SK Energy ATF SP-4 Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission – If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR C635 DDCT/MTX Transmission Fluid
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPARDOT 3, SAE J1703. If DOT 3, SAE
J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only rec-
ommended brake fluids or equivalent.
562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” message is displayed.
Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil
message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km)
since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first. Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:•Check engine oil level.
•Check windshield washer fluid level.
•Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, and
brake master cylinder as needed.
•Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 415
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 538
Adding Fuel ........................... 462
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 534
Additives, Fuel ......................... 460
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 527
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 529
Air Conditioning ........................ 361
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 361
Air Conditioning Filter .................374,530
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............529,530
Air Conditioning System .............361,372,529
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 437
Airbag .............................. 60,77
Airbag Deployment ....................... 79
Airbag Light ..................... 67,81,95,291
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 80
Airbag, Side ........................ 63,65,77
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........64,65,77Alarm (Security Alarm)
.................... 21
Alarm Light ........................... 291
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 21
Alarm, Panic ............................ 26
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 415
Anti-Lock Warning Light .............294,415,417
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 21
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........537,560,561
Capacities .......................... 560
Disposal ........................... 540
Appearance Care ........................ 546
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 21
Assist, Hill Start ........................ 420
Assistance Towing ....................... 131
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 42
Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 34
Auto Up Power Windows .................. 43
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................ 105
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Automatic Door Locks..................... 34
Automatic Headlights .................... 212
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 372
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 380
Automatic Transmission ................386,544
Adding Fluid ....................... 545
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 545
Fluid Level Check .................... 545
Fluid Type ......................... 544
Gear Ranges ..................... 390,400
Special Additives ..................... 545
Autostick ............................. 407
B-Pillar Location ........................ 432
Battery ............................... 528
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 27
Belts, Seat ............................ 50,95
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 532
Brake Assist System ...................... 418 Brake Control System, Electronic
............. 415
Brake Fluid ............................ 562
Brake System ........................... 542
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..................... 415
Master Cylinder ..................... 542
Parking ........................... 412
Warning Light ....................... 289
Brake, Parking .......................... 412
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 388
Brakes ............................... 542
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 93
Brightness, Interior Lights .................. 218
Bulb Replacement ..................... 556,557
Bulbs, Light .......................... 97,556
Camera, Rear ........................... 245
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........ 560
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 560
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Temperature Gauge................... 286
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 78
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 23
Ethanol ............................... 458
Event Data Recorder ...................... 82
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 94,461
Exhaust System ....................... 94,534
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 107
Exterior Lighting ........................ 211
Exterior Lights .......................... 97
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 292
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 527
Air Conditioning .................. 374,530
Automatic Transmission ................ 545
Engine Oil ....................... 527,561
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 217 Flashers
Hazard Warning ..................... 483
Turn Signal .................... 97,216,286
Flat Tire Changing ....................... 484
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 382
Floor Console .......................... 268
Fluid Capacities ......................... 560
Fluid Leaks ............................. 97
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................ 545
Fluid, Brake ........................... 562
Fluids ................................ 561
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 561
Fog Lights .......................... 215,288
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 207
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 509
Fuel .............................. 457,561
Additives .......................... 460
Capacity ........................... 560
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Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 551
Interior Appearance Care .................. 550
Interior Lights .......................... 218
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 221
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 485
Jack Operation .......................... 487
Jacking Instructions ...................... 487
Jump Starting .......................... 505
Key-In Reminder ......................... 17
Key, Programming ........................ 20
Key, Replacement ........................ 20
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 19
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ................... 36,380
Keyless Entry System ...................... 24
Keyless Go ............................. 14
Keys ................................. 12 Knee Bolster
............................ 60
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 216
Lane Change Assist ...................... 216
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 50
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) .....87,88
Latch Plate ............................. 52
Latches ................................ 97
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 457
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 97
Life of Tires ............................ 443
Light Bulbs .......................... 97,556
Lights .............................. 97,211
Airbag ...................... 67,81,95,291
Alarm ............................ 291
Anti-Lock ....................... 294,417
Automatic Headlights ................. 212
Brake Warning ...................... 289
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Loading Vehicle...................... 464,466
Capacities .......................... 466
Tires .............................. 432
Locks ................................. 32
Auto Unlock ......................... 34
Automatic Door ...................... 34
Child Protection ...................... 35
Door .............................. 32
Power Door ......................... 33
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) ............................ 87,88
Lubrication, Body ....................... 532
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 528
Maintenance Procedures ................... 523
Maintenance Schedule .................... 564
Maintenance, General ..................... 523
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 294,521
Manual Transaxle ........................ 379 Manual Transmission
.................. 384,546
Fluid Level Check .................... 546
Frequency of Fluid Change ............. 546
Lubricant Selection ................... 546
Shift Speeds ........................ 384
Manual, Service ......................... 577
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 542
Methanol ............................. 458
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 303
Mirrors ............................... 105
Automatic Dimming .................. 105
Electric Powered ..................... 108
Electric Remote ...................... 108
Exterior Folding ..................... 107
Heated ............................ 108
Outside ........................... 106
Rearview .......................... 105
Vanity ............................ 109
592 INDEX