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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Spark Plugs – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.047 in [1.2 mm])
Spark Plugs – 3.2L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Fuel Selection – 2.4L Engine 87 Octane
Fuel Selection – 3.2L Engine 87-89 Octane
Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid, or
equivalent.
Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of
your transmission.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should
be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.
650 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
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Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and
brake master cylinder, fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions
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Automatic Headlights..................... .167
Automatic High Beams .....................168
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........403
Automatic Transaxle ...................... .424
Automatic Transmission ....................426
Adding Fluid ......................... .622
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................622
Fluid Change ......................... .622
Fluid Level Check ...................... .621
Fluid Type ........................... .621
Special Additives ...................... .621
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................36
Auto Up Power Windows ....................45
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........300
Auxiliary Power Outlet .....................300
Axle Fluid ............................. .650
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) .................650Battery
................................ .604
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........26
Belts, Seat ...............................55
Blind Spot Monitoring ..................... .138
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................607
B-Pillar Location ......................... .488
Brake Assist System ...................... .462
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............459
Brake Fluid ............................ .650
Brakes ................................ .458
Brake System ........................... .458
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .459
Fluid Check .......................... .619
Master Cylinder ....................... .619
Warning Light ........................ .327
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................426
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................174
Bulb Replacement ........................ .642
Bulbs, Light .............................
11910
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Enhanced Accident Response Feature............85
Entry System, Illuminated ....................22
Ethanol ............................... .521
Event Data Recorder ........................89
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................51
Exhaust System ...........................116
Exterior Lighting ......................... .166
Exterior Lights ...........................119
Fabric Care ............................. .626
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .603
Air Conditioning ...................... .412
Engine Oil ........................... .603
Engine Oil Disposal .....................602
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .553
Turn Signal ............................119
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .173Flooded Engine Starting
....................421
Floor Console ........................... .310
Fluid, Brake ............................ .650
Fluid Capacities ......................... .648
Fluid Leaks .............................119
Fluid Level Checks Brake ............................... .619
Engine Oil ........................... .600
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........649
Fog Lights ............................. .170
Fog Light Service ........................ .645
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .157
Forward Collision Warning ..................216
Four Wheel Drive ........................ .443
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................582
Fuel .................................. .519
Additives ............................ .523
Clean Air ............................ .521
Ethanol ............................. .521
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Jacking Instructions....................... .570
Jack Location ........................... .567
Jack Operation .......................... .566
Jump Starting ........................... .578
Key Fob Arm The Alarm .........................19
Panic Alarm ............................25
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........18
Programming Additional Transmitters .........18
Key-In Reminder ..........................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................38
Keyless Entry System .......................22
Key, Replacement ..........................18
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................16
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................172
Lane Change Assist ....................... .172Lap/Shoulder Belts
.........................55
Latches ................................119
Hood ............................... .164
Latch Plate ...............................56
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .519
Leaks, Fluid .............................119
Life of Tires ............................ .501
Liftgate .................................47
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ...............317
Light Bulbs ..............................119
Lights .................................119
Airbag ................................74
Anti-Lock ............................ .328
Automatic Headlights ....................167
Back-Up ............................. .646
Battery Saver ......................... .176
Brake Assist Warning ....................478
Brake Warning ........................ .327
Bulb Replacement ...................... .642
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