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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the
keyless ignition node is in the OFFmode, remove
the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in
a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear
selector.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ACC or RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ACC or RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
The gear selector must be in the PARK position before
you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting
into any driving gear.
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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 beused, 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.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
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CavityCartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
F100 10 Amp RedActive Damping - If Equipped
F101 15 Amp Blue Electrochromatic Mirror/Smart High
Beams - If Equipped
F103 10 Amp RedCabin Heater (Diesel engine only)
F104 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlets (Instrument Panel/Center
Console)
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Disposal of Used Coolant.................588
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................585
Inspection ........................... .584
Points to Remember .....................589
Pressure Cap ......................... .587
Radiator Cap ......................... .587
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............585
Corrosion Protection ...................... .596
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................198
Cupholders ............................ .263
Customer Assistance ...................... .633
Data Recorder, Event .......................84
Daytime Running Lights ....................178
Dealer Service ........................... .565
Defroster, Rear Window .....................277
Defroster, Windshield ......................116
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .567Power Steering
........................ .438
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................555
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................588
Door Locks ..............................32
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ......35
Door Locks ............................32
KeyFob...............................32
Remote ...............................32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................32
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .244
Driving ............................... .431
E-85 Fuel .............................. .492
Economy (Fuel) Mode ..................... .414
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ........256
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................277
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................133
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case .............424
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GVWR................................ .499
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................526
Headlights ............................. .614
Automatic ........................... .176
Bulb Replacement ...................... .614
Cleaning ............................ .600
On With Wipers ....................... .176
Passing ............................. .185
Replacing ............................ .614
Heated Mirrors .......................... .134
Heater, Engine Block .......................411
High Beam Indicator ...................... .292
Hill Start Assist .......................... .449
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .505
Holder, Cup ............................ .263
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ............244Hood Release
........................... .173
Ignition Key..................................14
Illuminated Entry ..........................23
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................17
Infant Restraint ...........................85
Information Center, Vehicle ..................301
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................126
Instrument Cluster ....................... .292
Instrument Panel and Controls ................290
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............601
Interior Appearance Care ....................599
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............186
Introduction ..............................4
Inverter, Power .......................... .261
Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions .........535
Jacking Instructions ....................... .535
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Brake Assist Warning....................452
Brake Warning ........................ .295
Bulb Replacement ...................... .614
Cargo .............................. .273
Center Mounted Stop ....................617
Daytime Running ...................... .178
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................175
Exterior ..............................118
Fog ................................ .293
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................526
Headlights ........................... .614
Headlights On With Wipers ................176
High Beam Indicator .....................292
Illuminated Entry ........................23
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........293
Map Reading ......................... .182
Passing ............................. .185
Reading ............................. .182
Rear Servicing ........................ .617Rear Tail
............................ .617
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .292
Security Alarm ........................ .300
Service .............................. .614
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .293
Side Marker .......................... .617
SmartBeams .......................... .177
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............297
Traction Control ....................... .452
Turn Signal ............................118
Vanity Mirror ......................... .135
Loading Vehicle ......................... .499
Tires ............................... .460
Locks ..................................32
Child Protection .........................35
Door .................................32
Power Door ............................34
Lubrication, Body ........................ .578
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................278
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Lug Nuts.............................. .527
Maintenance Free Battery ....................571
Maintenance Procedures ....................566
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .624
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......293
Manual, Service ......................... .638
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............167
Memory Seat ........................... .167
Memory Seats and Radio ....................167
Methanol .............................. .487
Mirrors ............................... .126
Electric Powered ....................... .133
Electric Remote ........................ .133
Exterior Folding ....................... .133
Heated .............................. .134
Outside ............................. .127
Rearview ............................ .126
Vanity .............................. .135Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle
...............9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................478
Mopar Parts ............................ .565
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .487
Multi-Function Control Lever .................175
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................113
Occupant Restraints ........................51
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................73
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................486
Odometer .............................. .299
Trip ................................ .299
Oil, Engine ............................. .567
Capacity ............................ .618
Change Interval ....................... .568
Dipstick ............................. .567
Disposal ............................. .570
Filter ............................... .570
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Filter Disposal........................ .570
Identification Logo ..................... .568
Materials Added to ..................... .570
Recommendation ...................... .568
Viscosity ............................ .569
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .570
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................563
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ............244
Operating Precautions ..................... .563
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............6
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................127
Overhead Console ........................ .241
Overheating, Engine ...................... .295
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............6
Paint Care ............................. .596
Panic Alarm ..............................26
Parking Brake ........................... .439
ParkSense® System, Rear ....................229 Passing Light
........................... .185
Passive Entry .............................36
Pets ...................................113
Pets, Transporting .........................113
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........460
Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ................603
Door Locks ............................34
Inverter ............................. .261
Lift Gate ..............................48
Mirrors ............................. .133
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........256
Seats ............................... .145
Steering ............................. .436
Sunroof ............................. .253
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............191
Windows ..............................42
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................68
Preparation for Jacking .....................535
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