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5. Remove the filter cover by disengaging the retainingtab and mid way snap that secures the filter cover to
the HVAC housing. Disengage the mid way snap by pulling the door outward. Unhinge the filter cover on
the right side to fully remove the cover.
Right Side Of Glove Compartment
1 — Glove Compartment Tension Tether
2 — Glove Compartment DoorA/C Air Filter Cover
1 — Retaining Tab
2 — Mid Way Snap
3 — Filter Cover Hinge
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6. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out ofthe housing.
7. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter
cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the
cover.
CAUTION!
The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to
indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure
to properly install the filter will result in the need to
replace it more often.
8. Reinstall the glove compartment door on the glove compartment door hinge and reattach the glove com-
partment tension tether by inserting the tether clip in
the glove compartment and sliding the clip away from
the face of the glove compartment door. 9. Push the door to the near closed position to reengage
the glove compartment travel stops.
NOTE: Ensure the glove compartment door hinges and
glove compartment travel stops are fully engaged.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should
be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease,
such as MOPAR® Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be given to hood latching
components to ensure proper function. When performing
other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
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CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and
filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid specifica-
tions.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluidleaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools.
If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction,
visit your authorized dealer immediately to have the
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transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle
with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis-
sion damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle.
Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. How-
ever, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes
contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is
disassembled for any reason.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed
on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are
highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside
parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami-
nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated,
extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi-
tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and
underbody protection.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
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•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission as
needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
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.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• 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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Mileage or time passed (which-ever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X XX XX
Replace spark plugs
(3.6L engine).** X
Replace spark plugs
(5.7L engine).** X
Flush and replace the engine cool-
ant at 10 years or 150,000 miles
(240,000 km) whichever comes
first. XX
Change transfer case fluid. X
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................446
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .187
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............592
Adding Fuel ............................ .507
Additives, Fuel .......................... .501
Airbag ..................................66
Airbag Deployment ........................78
Airbag Light .............................74
Airbag Maintenance ........................79
Airbag, Side ..............................70
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................70
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .578
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................580
Air Conditioning Filter .....................386
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............387
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................580
Air Conditioning System ....................383
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .478
Air Suspension .......................... .423Alarm
Arm The System ........................23
Tamper Alert ...........................25
Alarm, Panic .............................28
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................23
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............9
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................591
Disposal ............................. .594
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................446
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................282
Appearance Care ........................ .602
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .454
Auto Down Power Windows ..................40
Automatic Headlights ..................... .164
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........383
Automatic Transmission ....................404
Adding Fluid ......................... .602
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................602
Fluid Change ......................... .602
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Exhaust System.......................... .108
Exterior Lights ...........................111
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .578
Air Conditioning ...................... .386
Engine Oil ........................... .578
Engine Oil Disposal .....................578
Flashers ............................... .538
Hazard Warning ....................... .538
Turn Signal ............................111
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .506
Engine Oil ........................... .505
Fuel Requirements ..................... .503
Maintenance .......................... .506
Replacement Parts ...................... .506
Starting ............................. .506
Flooded Engine Starting ....................398 Fluid Capacities
......................... .625
Fluid Leaks ..............................111
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................601
Brake ............................... .597
Engine Oil ........................... .574
Power Steering ........................ .442
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........627
Fog Lights ............................. .283
Fog Light Service ........................ .620
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .154
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...................538
Four Wheel Drive ........................ .413
Operation ............................ .413
Systems ............................. .413
Four Wheel Drive Operation .................413
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................556
Front Axle (Differential) .....................598
Fuel .................................. .498
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