WARNING!(Continued)
•Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is
in violation of most state and federal fire regula-
tions and may cause the MIL to turn on.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground while filling.
NOTE:
• When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank
is full.
• Tighten the gas cap about 1/4 turn until you hear one
click. This is an indication that the cap is properly
tightened. •
If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL will
come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time
the vehicle is refueled.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel has been added, the vehicle diagnostic system
can determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose,
improperly installed, or damaged. If the system detects a
malfunction, the “gASCAP” message will display in the
odometer display. Tighten the gas cap until a clicking
sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is
properly tightened. Press the odometer reset button to
turn the message off. If the problem persists, the message
will appear the next time the vehicle is started. This
might indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected
twice in a row, the system will turn on the MIL. Resolving
the problem will turn the MIL off.
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL). It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose, improp-
erly installed, or damaged. A “gASCAP” message will be
displayed in the odometer. Tighten the gas cap until a
clicking sound is heard. This is an indication that the
gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer reset
button to turn the message off. If the problem persists,
580 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime
will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Instrument Clus-
ter Descriptions” or “Electronic Vehicle Information Cen-
ter (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
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Four Wheel Drive Operation.................439
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................570
Front Axle (Differential) .....................611
Fuel .................................. .521
Adding ............................. .526
Additives ............................ .524
Clean Air ............................ .522
Ethanol ............................. .522
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....................526
Gasoline ............................. .521
Gauge .............................. .308
Materials Added ....................... .524
Methanol ............................ .522
Octane Rating ......................... .521
Requirements ......................... .521
Tank Capacity ......................... .632
Fueling ............................... .526
Fuses ................................. .619Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)
...................526
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .522
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .521
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................522
Gauges Coolant Temperature .....................313
Fuel ................................ .308
Odometer ............................ .316
Speedometer ......................... .308
Tachometer ........................... .312
Gear Ranges ............................ .424
Gear Select Lever Override ..................572
General Information ...................... .149
Glass Cleaning .......................... .615
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................531
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................530
GVWR ................................ .528
Hands-Fr
ee Phone (Uconnect®) ...............118
662 INDEX
Door.................................40
Power Door ............................42
Steering Wheel ..........................17
Lubrication, Body ........................ .593
Lug Nuts .............................. .557
Maintenance Free Battery ....................588
Maintenance Procedures ....................583
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .636
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......319
Manual, Service ......................... .652
Manual Transmission ..................... .422
Fluid Level Check ...................... .609
Lubricant Selection ..................... .609
Shift Speeds .......................... .424
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................604
Methanol .............................. .522
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .322
Mirrors ................................115 Automatic Dimming
.....................116
Electric Powered ........................117
Electric Remote .........................117
Heated ...............................118
Outside ..............................115
Rearview .............................115
Vanity ...............................118
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............9
Modular Hard Top ....................... .206
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................509
MOPAR® Parts .......................... .582
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .522
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................102
Occupant Restraints ........................50
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................521
Odometer .............................. .316
Trip ................................ .314
666 INDEX
Four-Wheel-Drive Operation...............439
Maintenance .......................... .610
Transmission ........................... .605
Automatic ........................... .429
Manual ............................. .422
Range Indicator ....................... .314
Shifting ............................. .427
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .29
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .503
Trip Computer .......................... .322
Trip Odometer .......................... .316
Trip Odometer Reset Button ..................314
Turn Signals ............................ .172
UCI Connector .......................... .390
Uconnect® Advanced Phone Connectivity ..............136
Phone Call Features .....................128
Phone Features ........................ .131Uconnect® 130
Operating Instructions Auxiliary Mode ........372
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ..........363
Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio Multimedia Satellite Radio .................359
Operating Instructions CD Mode ............379
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ..........373
Playing MP3 Files ...................... .381
Uconnect® (Hands-Free Phone) ...............118
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................653
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .390
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .521
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................59
Upholstery Care ......................... .614
Vanity Mirrors ...........................118
Variance, Compass ....................... .325
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............8
Vehicle Loading ......................... .491
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