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CLIMATE CONTROLS
The air conditioning and heating system is designed to
make you comfortable in all types of weather.
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of
outer rotary dials and inner push knobs.
Blower Control
Rotate this control to regulate the
amount of air forced through the venti-
lation system in any mode. The blower
speed increases as you move the control
to the right from the “O” (OFF) position.
There are four blower speeds.
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the
climate controls will not function during Remote Start
operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off)
position.
Manual Temperature Control
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CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any
other booster source with a system voltage greater
than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and
precautions.
Preparations For Jump-Start
The battery in your vehicle is located between the left
front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash
shield. To allow jump-starting there are remote battery
posts located on the left side of the engine compartment.Remote Battery Posts
1 — Remote Positive (+)Post (covered with protective cap)
2 — Remote Negative (-)Post
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WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal accessories. 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive
(+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the locking
tab and pull upward on the cover.
Locking Tab
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4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, parkthe vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could
result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the
remote positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the
negative (-)post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper
cable to the remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.
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WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-)
post of the discharged battery. The resulting electri-
cal spark could cause the battery to explode and
could result in personal injury. Only use the specific
ground point, do not use any other exposed metal
parts.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then
start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: Disconnecting The Jumper Cables
1. Disconnect the negative
(-)jumper cable from the
remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with the dis-
charged battery.
2. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
3. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable from the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable
from the remote positive (+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
5. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle,
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
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WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
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.
NOTE:The battery is stored in a compartment behind
the left front fender and is accessible without removing
the tire and wheel. Remote battery terminals are located
in the engine compartment for jump-starting. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” for further information.
To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to the
right and remove the inner fender shield.
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Exterior Lights............................99
Fabric Care ............................. .454
FCC General Information (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .27
FCC General Information (Sentry Key) ...........18
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .208
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .428
Air Conditioning ...................... .285
Engine Oil ........................... .428
Engine Oil Disposal .....................428
Flashers ............................... .392
Hazard Warning ....................... .392
Turn Signal ............................99
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .166
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .371
Engine Oil ........................... .370
Fuel Requirements ..................... .368Maintenance
.......................... .371
Replacement Parts ...................... .371
Starting ............................. .371
Flooded Engine Starting ....................293
Fluid Capacities ......................... .471
Fluid Leaks ..............................99
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................447
Brake ............................... .444
Cooling System ........................ .438
Engine Oil ........................... .425
Power Steering ........................ .319
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........472
Fog Lights ............................. .166
Fog Light Service ........................ .468
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .159
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................412
Fuel .................................. .364
Adding ............................. .372
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Programmable Electronic Features.............233
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .345
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........441
Radio Operation ......................... .272
Radio Remote Controls .....................270
Rear Cupholder ......................... .195
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .159
Rearview Mirrors ........................ .105
Rear Window Defroster .....................200
Rear Window Features .....................200
Recorder, Event Data .......................72
Recreational Towing ...................... .389
Reformulated Gasoline .....................364
Refrigerant ............................. .431
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................57
Remote Control Door Locks ............................22
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................22Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan)
.................22
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........270
Remote Starting System ......................28
Remote Trunk Release .......................40
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .463
Replacement Keys .........................16
Replacement Parts ........................ .423
Replacement Tires ........................ .352
Reporting Safety Defects ....................489
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ................214
Restraint, Head .......................... .154
Restraints, Child ...........................73
Rotation, Tires .......................... .354
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................96
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................99
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................489
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................95
Safety Information, Tire .....................331
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