
4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade
holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press
the wiper blade until it snaps into place.
5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into
place.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer and the rear window washer
share the same fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is
located in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the
fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator
antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to
flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade performance.To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 l) of washer
fluid when the message “LoWASH” appears in the
instrument cluster.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you.
Care must be exercised when filling or working
around the washer solution.
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To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses
and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth.
To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution
followed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with
MOPAR® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial household-
type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use
caution when cleaning the inside rear window equipped
with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window
equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use scrapers or
other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1.
Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR® Total Clean, a mild
soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts
from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
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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 indi-
cator message will illuminate. This means that service is
required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as
frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambi-
ent temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence when
the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” 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).
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime
will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
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Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water.........................418
Hazard Warning Flasher....................498
Headlights
Automatic............................221
Bulb Replacement.......................574
Cleaning.............................563
Delay................................221
High Beam............................574
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.........225
Lights On Reminder.....................222
On With Wipers........................221
Passing..............................225
Switch...............................220
Time Delay............................221
Head Restraints..........................205
Heated Mirrors...........................118
Heated Seats.............................198Heater, Engine Block.......................396
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch. . . .225
Hitches
Trailer Towing.........................486
Holder, Coin.............................271
Holder, Cup.............................269
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)............250
Hood Release............................218
Ignition
Key..................................12
Illuminated Entry..........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)....................16
Infant Restraint...........................79
Information Center, Vehicle..................303
Inside Rearview Mirror.....................115
Instrument Cluster........................294
Instrument Panel and Controls................292
Instrument Panel Cover.....................562
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Anti-Lock.............................300
Automatic Headlights....................221
Back-Up..............................576
Brake Assist Warning....................432
Brake Warning.........................299
Bulb Replacement.......................574
Courtesy/Reading......................227
Daytime Running.......................222
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.................224
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator.....432
Exterior..............................108
Fog .................................223
Hazard Warning Flasher..................498
Headlights............................220
Headlights On Reminder..................222
Headlights On With Wipers................221
Headlight Switch.......................220
High Beam............................225
High Beam Indicator.....................296High Beam/Low Beam Select...............225
Illuminated Entry........................21
Instrument Cluster......................220
Intensity Control........................226
Interior..............................225
License..............................579
Lights On Reminder.....................222
Low Fuel.............................308
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).........294
Map Reading..........................227
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness)...........226
Park................................574
Passing..............................225
Reading..............................227
Rear Servicing.........................576
Rear Tail
.............................576
Seat Belt Reminder......................299
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...............301
Service...............................572
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Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator). . . .294
Side Marker...........................574
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)...............301
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............297
Traction Control........................432
Turn Signal...........................108
Vanity Mirror..........................119
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)......294
Load Floor, Cargo.........................278
Loading Vehicle..........................479
Capacities............................480
Tires ................................440
Locks..................................30
Automatic Door.........................32
Auto Unlock...........................32
Child Protection.........................33
Door.................................30
Power Door............................31
Low Tire Pressure System...................459Lubrication, Body.........................540
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)...................286
Maintenance Free Battery....................535
Maintenance Procedures....................530
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......294
Manual, Service..........................600
Manual Transaxle
Fluid Level Check.......................558
Lubricant Selection......................558
Map/Reading Lights.......................227
Marker Lights, Side........................574
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................553
Methanol...............................469
Mini-Trip Computer.......................314
Mirrors................................115
Automatic Dimming.....................116
Electric Powered........................117
Electric Remote.........................117
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Trip Odometer...........................296
Turn Signals.............................224
UCI Connector...........................365
Underhood Fuses.........................568
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.................601
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector. . . .365
Universal Transmitter......................250
Unleaded Gasoline........................468
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................54
Upholstery Care..........................562
Vanity Mirrors...........................119
Vehicle Certification Label...................479
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).............6
Vehicle Loading..........................441
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations...............7
Vehicle Storage...........................384Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............18
Viscosity, Engine Oil.......................533
Warning Flasher, Hazard....................498
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .294
Warnings and Cautions.......................6
Warranty Information......................599
Washer
Adding Fluid..........................543
Washers, Windshield.......................227
Washing Vehicle..........................560
Water
Driving Through........................418
Wheel and Wheel Trim.....................561
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care.................561
Wind Buffeting............................43
Window Fogging.........................384
Windows................................40
Power................................40
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