▫E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .......479
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................479
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ................480
▫ Fuel System Cautions ...................480
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings .............481
FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .482
▫ E-85 General Information ...............482
▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ....................482
▫ Fuel Requirements ....................482
▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles .............483
▫ Starting ........................... .484
▫ Cruising Range ...................... .484▫
Replacement Parts ....................484
▫ Maintenance ....................... .484
ADDING FUEL ....................... .485
▫ Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release .........487
VEHICLE LOADING ....................488
▫ Vehicle Certification Label ...............488
▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) .......489
▫ Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) .........489
▫ Overloading ........................ .489
▫ Loading ........................... .490
TRAILER TOWING .....................490
▫ Common Towing Definitions .............490
▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...............493
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CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..........533
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ..........534
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .535
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................... .535
REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................537
DEALER SERVICE ..................... .537
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........538
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .538
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... .542▫
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................543
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............543
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............545
▫ A/C Air Filter ...................... .546
▫ Body Lubrication .....................548
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............549
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................549
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .550
▫ Cooling System ..................... .552
▫ Brake System ....................... .559
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regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding 1.0 qt (1.0 L) of oil when the reading is
at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Checking Oil Level — 5.7L Engine
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level atregular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level in the “SAFE” range. Adding 1.0 qt (1.0 L) of
oil when the reading is at the bottom of the “SAFE” range
will result in an oil level at the top of the “SAFE” range
on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.7
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Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces-
sary.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the
front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the
fluid level 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 “Low Washer Fluid” appears in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if equipped).
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Automatic Door Locks......................32
Automatic Headlights ..................... .218
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............334
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........382
Automatic Transmission ....................400
Adding Fluid ......................... .563
Autostick ............................ .417
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................563
Fluid Change ......................... .563
Fluid Level Check ...................... .561
Fluid Type ........................... .590
Special Additives ...................... .562
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .......408
Autostick .............................. .417
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................32
Auto Up Power Windows ....................40
Axle Fluid ............................. .590
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) .................590Battery
................................ .543
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Location ............................. .543
Remote Battery Replacement ................25
Transmitter Battery Replacement .............25
Belts, Seat ...............................48
Bluetooth® Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio
Device After Pairing .....................154
Connect Or Disconnect Link Between the Uconnect®
Phone And Mobile Phone .................141
Pair (Link) Uconnect® Phone To A Mobile
Phone .............................. .128
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................548
B-Pillar Location ......................... .447
Brake Assist System ...................... .432
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............431
Brake Fluid ............................ .590
Brake, Parking .......................... .426
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INDEX 611
Customer Programmable Features...........365
Operation ............................ .126
Phone Call Features .....................132
Phone Features ........................ .136
Screen Activated Features .................339
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect®
Phone .............................. .141
Uconnect® Settings .......................23
Uconnect® phone ........................ .123
Uconnect® Phone ........................ .146
Uconnect® Settings Customer Programmable Features ............34
Passive Entry Programming .................34
Uconnect® Settings ..................... .346
Uconnect® Voice Command ..................184
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................607
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .369
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .477Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt
................54
Vanity Mirrors ...........................112
Vehicle Certification Label ...................488
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .448
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........18
Vehicle Storage .......................... .384
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .541
Voice Command ......................... .184
Warning Flasher, Hazard ....................505
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .314
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .604
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .549
Washers, Windshield ...................... .228
630 INDEX