NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor
Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives
or polishing compounds. They will permanently damage
this finish and such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. USE ONLY MILD SOAP AND
WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used on a regular basis
this is all that is required to maintain this finish.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If
Equipped
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man-
ner:
• Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
• Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
• For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a
mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove
stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
• For grease stains, apply MOPAR® Multi-Purpose
Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use
a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
• Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of
protectants on Stain Repel products.
622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog
lights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone break-
age than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPAR® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive typecleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may
scratch the elements.
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 be
used, 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.
624 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 will influence when the “Oil
Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operat-
ing Conditions 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).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 “Oil Change Reset”
in “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” or
Driver Information Display (DID)” 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.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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Center Seat LATCH..................... .100
Child Restraints .........................86
Child Seat Installation ....................103
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .......101
Infants And Child Restraints ................89
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint . . . .100
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle
Seat Belt ............................. .102
LATCH Positions ........................95
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ............98
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......94
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........89
Seating Positions ........................93
Using The Top Tether Anchorage ............106
Child Safety Locks .........................34
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .531
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .621
Climate Control ......................... .400Coin Holder
............................ .306
Cold Weather Operation ....................449
Compact Spare Tire ........................511
Console, Floor .......................... .306
Console, Overhead ....................... .277
Contract, Service ......................... .667
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........613
Cooling System .......................... .609
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............611
Coolant Capacity ...................... .651
Coolant Level ......................... .614
Disposal of Used Coolant .................613
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................610
Inspection ........................... .609
Points to Remember .....................614
Pressure Cap ......................... .613
Radiator Cap ......................... .613
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............610
Corrosion Protection ...................... .619
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Cruise Control (Speed Control)................182
Cupholders ............................ .303
Customer Assistance ...................... .665
Data Recorder, Event .......................85
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............169
Daytime Running Lights ....................163
Dealer Service ........................... .593
Deck Lid, Emergency Release .................46
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................45
Defroster, Rear Window .....................314
Defroster, Windshield ......................111
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................591
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................166
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .595
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................584
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................613Door Locks
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ......34
Door Locks ............................24
KeyFob...............................31
Key Fob Emergency Key ...................25
Manual Door Locks ......................31
Power Door Locks .......................32
Remote ...............................31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................31
Door Locks, Automatic ......................33
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .281
Driver Information Display (DID) Controls ............................. .356
Display ............................. .356
Driver Information Display (DID) ............356
Instrument Cluster ..................... .356
Messages ............................ .346
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ..................... .146
678 INDEX
DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .472
E-85 Fuel .............................. .535
Electrical Power Outlets .....................299
Electric Parking Brake ..................... .475
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................314
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................131
Electronic Brake Control System ...............482
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..............485
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........178
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............487
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......274
Change Engine Oil ..................... .345
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .333
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .333
EVIC Display ......................... .333EVIC Messages
........................ .346
Selectable Menu Items ....................349
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................46
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................549
Jacking .............................. .562
Jump Starting ......................... .576
Overheating .......................... .549
Towing ............................. .584
Emergency Trunk Release ....................46
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........592
Engine ................................ .589
Air Cleaner .......................... .598
Block Heater ......................... .456
Break-In Recommendations ................108
Checking Oil Level ..................... .595
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................652
Cooling ............................. .609
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................110
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Rain Sensitive Wiper System.................175
Rear Camera ........................... .274
Rear Cupholder ......................... .304
Rear ParkSense System .....................221
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .152
Rear Window Defroster .....................314
Rear Window Features .....................314
Recorder, Event Data .......................85
Recreational Towing ...................... .545
Reformulated Gasoline .....................531
Refrigerant ............................. .602
Reminder, Lights On ...................... .163
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................49
Remote Control Starting System .........................27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) FCC General Information ..................27
Lock The Doors .........................24
Panic Alarm ............................24 Programming Additional Key Fobs
...........18
Programming Additional Transmitters .........18
Remote Battery Replacement ................25
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................13
Transmitter Battery Replacement .............25
Unlatch The Trunk .......................24
Unlock The Doors .......................23
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........398
Remote Starting Enter Remote Start Mode ..................29
EVIC Remote Start Abort Message ............29
Exit Remote Start Mode ...................30
How To Use Remote Start ..................28
Remote Starting System ...................27
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ...............................30
Remote Starting System ......................27
Remote Trunk Release .......................45
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .637
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Tire Markings........................... .493
Tires ..................................113 Aging (Life of Tires) .....................514
Air Pressure .......................... .504
Chains .............................. .516
Changing ............................ .562
Compact Spare .........................511
General Information .....................504
High Speed .......................... .507
Inflation Pressures ...................... .506
Jacking .............................. .562
Life of Tires .......................... .514
Load Capacity ........................ .499
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............349
Pressure Warning Light ...................326
Quality Grading ....................... .671
Radial .............................. .507
Replacement .......................... .515
Rotation ............................. .518Safety
.............................. .493
Sizes ............................... .494
Snow Tires ........................... .509
Spare Tire ............................ .563
Spinning ............................ .513
Tread Wear Indicators ....................513
Tire Safety Information .....................493
Tire Service Kit .......................... .552
To Open Hood .......................... .157
Towing ............................... .544
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .584
Recreational .......................... .545
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........545
Traction ............................... .471
Trailer Towing .......................... .544
Transaxle .............................. .457
Automatic ........................... .457
Autostick ............................ .468
Operation ............................ .457
692 INDEX