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CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
WARNING!
•Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have a
collision.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing you should allow for addi-
tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. Failure to do so could result in a
collision.
Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping,
and backing up the trailer in an area located away from
heavy traffic.
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•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
• Use MOPAR® Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to
match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
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CavityCar-
tridge Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
2 — 20 Amp YellowBrake Vacuum
Pump
3 — 10 Amp RedCenter High
Mounted Stop
Light (CHMSL)/
Brake Switch
4 — 10 Amp RedIgnition Switch
5 — 20 Amp YellowTrailer Tow – If
Equipped
6 — 10 Amp RedPower Mirror
Switch/Climate
ControlsCavity Car-
tridge Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
7 — 30 Amp GreenIgnition Off Draw
(IOD) Sense 1
8 — 30 Amp GreenIgnition Off Draw
(IOD) Sense 2
9 40 Amp Green Battery Feed –
Power Seats – If
Equipped
10 — 20 Amp YellowInstrument Panel/
Power Locks/
Interior Lights
11 — 15 Amp Lt BlueSelectable Power
Outlet (Inside Cen-
ter Arm Rest)
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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
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 “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).
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 thanyour authorized dealer, the message can be reset by refer-
ring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Under-
standing 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.
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, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission
(four-speed only) and fill as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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Pressure Cap......................... .445
Radiator Cap ......................... .445
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............443
Corrosion Protection ...................... .454
Cruise Light ............................ .226
Cupholders ............................ .204
Customer Assistance ...................... .491
Customer Programmable Features .............244
Data Recorder, Event .......................69
Daytime Running Lights ....................182
Dealer Service ........................... .427
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................38
Defroster, Rear Window .....................210
Defroster, Windshield .......................94
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................185
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................425
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................180 Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission ..................451
Oil (Engine) .......................... .429
Power Steering ........................ .326
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................418
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................446
Door Locks ..............................32
Door Locks, Automatic ......................33
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .192
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ..................... .171
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .322
E-85 Fuel .............................. .375
Electrical Power Outlets .....................201
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................210
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................126
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Exterior Lights............................96
Fabric Care ............................. .457
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .218
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .432
Air Conditioning ...................... .295
Automatic Transmission ..................453
Engine Oil ........................... .432
Engine Oil Disposal .....................432
Flashers ............................... .398
Hazard Warning ....................... .398
Turn Signal ............................96
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .181
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .378
Engine Oil ........................... .377
Fuel Requirements ..................... .375
Maintenance .......................... .378Replacement Parts
...................... .378
Starting ............................. .378
Fluid Capacities ......................... .477
Fluid Leaks ..............................96
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................451
Brake ............................... .448
Cooling System ........................ .442
Engine Oil ........................... .429
Power Steering ........................ .326
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........478
Fog Lights ............................. .181
Fog Light Service ........................ .475
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................416
Fuel .................................. .370
Adding ............................. .379
Additives ............................ .373
Clean Air ............................ .371
Ethanol ............................. .371
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Filler Cap (Gas Cap).....................218
Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....................218
Gasoline ............................. .370
Gauge .............................. .218
Light ............................... .219
Materials Added ....................... .373
Methanol ............................ .371
Octane Rating ......................... .370
Requirements ......................... .370
Tank Capacity ......................... .477
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .375
Fueling ............................... .379
Fuel System Caution ...................... .380
Fuses ................................. .463
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ............192
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...................379
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .371
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................371 Gauges
Coolant Temperature .....................218
Fuel ................................ .218
Odometer ............................ .222
Tachometer ........................... .222
Gear Ranges ............................ .306
Gear Select Lever Override ..................417
General Information ........................18
Glass Cleaning .......................... .458
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................382
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................382
GVWR ................................ .382
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®) ...............128
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ .322
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................398
Headlights ............................. .471
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Introduction..............................4
Jacking Instructions ....................... .402
Jack Location ........................... .400
Jack Operation .......................... .400
Jump Starting ............................411
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 ................227
Lane Change Assist ....................... .180
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................44
Latches .................................96 Hood
............................... .175
Latch Plate ...............................45
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .370
Leaks, Fluid ..............................96
Life of Tires ............................ .358
Light Bulbs ..............................96
Lights ..................................96
Airbag ................................63
Back-Up ............................. .475
Battery Saver ......................... .184
Brake Assist Warning ....................336
Brake Warning ........................ .221
Bulb Replacement ...................... .471
Courtesy/Reading ..................... .183
Daytime Running ...................... .182
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................180
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .....336
Engine Temperature Warning ...............220
Exterior ...............................96
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