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5. Open the two air filter access doors.
6. Remove the two particulate air filters from the HVACair inlet housing. Pull the filter elements straight out of
the housing, one at a time.
Air Filter Access Door Open
1 — Air Conditioning Filter Access Door
2 — Air Conditioning Air Filter
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7. Install the A/C air filter with the air filter positionindicators pointing in the same direction as removal.
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. Close A/C Air Filter access doors and secure retaining tabs.
9. Rotate the glove compartment door back into position.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
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.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR®
Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
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NOTE:No chemical flushes should be used in any
transmission; only the approved lubricant should be
used.
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 fluid
leaks. 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
It is best to check the fluid level when the transmission is
at normal operating temperature (approximately
180° F/(82° C). This occurs after at least 15 miles (25 km)
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever 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
Adjust parking brake on vehicles
equipped with four wheel disc
brakes. XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid. X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air cleaner filter. X X X X X
Replace air conditioning/cabin air
filter. XXX X X X X
Replace spark plugs ** X
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................311
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............599
Adding Fuel ............................ .526
Additives, Fuel .......................... .524
Airbag.................................65
Air bag Deployment ........................74
Air bag Light .............................77
Air bag Maintenance ........................76
Air bag, Side .............................73
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .587
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................589
Air Conditioning ......................... .400
Air Conditioning Controls ...................400
Air Conditioning Filter .....................411
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............412
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................589
Air Conditioning System ....................400
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .496
Alarm Light ............................ .313Alarm (Security Alarm)
......................21
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............9
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................360
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................598
Disposal ............................. .601
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................465
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................311
Appearance Care ..........................611
Arming System (Security Alarm) ...............22
Assistance Towing ........................ .133
Auto Down Power Windows ..................46
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................116
Automatic Door Locks ......................43
Automatic Headlights ..................... .171
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............332
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........404
Automatic Transaxle Interlock System .........................18
Automatic Transmission ....................429
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Engine Oil Viscosity...................... .586
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................586
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............74
Entry System, Illuminated ....................23
Ethanol ............................... .522
Event Data Recorder ........................78
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................... .104
Exhaust System .......................... .104
Extender, Seat Belt .........................65
Exterior Lights .......................... .107
Fabric Care ............................. .614
Fabric Top ............................. .616
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .587
Air Conditioning ........................411
Engine Oil ........................... .587
Engine Oil Disposal .....................586 Flashers
Hazard Warning ....................... .556
Turn Signal .......................... .107
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .173
Flooded Engine Starting ....................420
Fluid Capacities ......................... .632
Fluid Leaks ............................ .107
Fluid Level Checks ........................611
Engine Oil ........................... .584
Manual Transmission ....................609
Power Steering ........................ .461
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........633
Fog Lights ............................. .173
Fog Light Service ........................ .630
Fold and Tumble Rear Seat ..................164
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .167
Folding Windshield ....................... .293
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...................556
Four Wheel Drive ........................ .439
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