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▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ........26
▫ General Information ....................26
▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...........27
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ..........................28
▫ How To Use Remote Start ................28
DOORS ..............................31
▫ Upper Half Door Window Removal — If
Equipped ............................31
▫ Upper Half Door Window Installation — If
Equipped ............................31
▫ Front Door Removal ....................32
▫ Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models) ......34 DOOR LOCKS .........................36
▫ Manual Door Locks ....................36
▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........38
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear
Doors ...............................40
WINDOWS ...........................41
▫ Power Windows — If Equipped ...........41
▫ Wind Buffeting .......................43
REAR SWING GATE .....................44
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS ................45
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................48
▫ Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Retractor
Lockout — Four-Door Models Only .........54
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .....5512 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
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Transmitter Battery Replacement
The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.
NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap-
ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
1. With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a
flat blade screwdriver to pry the two halves of the RKE
transmitter apart. Use extreme care not to damage the
seal or internal components.
2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the
new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it
with rubbing alcohol.
3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two
halves together. Separating RKE Transmitter Halves
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ......... .561
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .562
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ........... .562
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................... .563
REPLACEMENT PARTS ................. .564
DEALER SERVICE ..................... .564
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .......... .565
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .566
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... .569 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............... .569
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .............. .570
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............ .571
▫ Body Lubrication .................... .572
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades .............. .573
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ................. .574
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .574
▫ Cooling System ..................... .577
▫ Brake System ....................... .583
▫ Automatic Transmission – If Equipped ..... .585
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4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
• The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should
not proceed to the I/M station.
• The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the
engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system
is ready and you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready. Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced
before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail
your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine
running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine MOPAR parts for normal/scheduled main-
tenance and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the
designed performance. Damage or failures caused by the
use of non-MOPAR parts for maintenance and repairs will
not be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
DEALER SERVICE
Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person-
nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service
operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are564 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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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. MOPAR engine 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. 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. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
• 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.570 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Fluid Level Check ..................... .586
Fluid Type .......................... .585
Special Additives ...................... .585
Autostick .............................. .426
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ....... .182
Auxiliary Power Outlet .................... .182
Axle Lock .............................. .433
Battery ................................ .570
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........27
Belts, Seat ...............................48
Body Mechanism Lubrication ................ .572
Brake Assist System ...................... .457
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. .456
Brake System ........................... .583
Anti-Lock (ABS) ...................... .455
Master Cylinder ....................... .583
Parking ............................. .452
Warning Light ........................ .302 Brake/Transmission Interlock ................ .419
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .........98
Bulb Replacement ........................ .606
Bulbs, Light ............................ .103
Calibration, Compass ..................... .318
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .610
Caps, Filler
Fuel ............................... .510
Power Steering ....................... .451
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .............. .580
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................. .100
Cargo Light ............................ .172
Car Washes ............................ .592
Cellular Phone ...........................114
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............. .609
Certification Label ........................ .513
Chains, Tire ............................ .492
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .540
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