you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform-
ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle.
Please review these recommendations for using Organic
Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze)
that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-12106. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•We recommend using MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive
Technology) that meets the requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard MS-12106.
•Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant
that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concen-
trations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below
−34° F (−37° C) are anticipated.
•Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant
(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE:
•Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could
lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is
needed to be added to the system please contact your
local authorized dealer.
•Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom-
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
•If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,
touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is
considered the responsibility of the owner.
•If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar
cause that destroys the paint and protective coating,
have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The
cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of
the owner.
•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
•If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
•Use MOPAR® Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to
match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
•All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
•To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner.
NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or
Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners,
abrasives or polishing compounds. They will perma-
nently damage this finish and such damage is not cov-
ered 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.
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can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
and MOPAR® Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid
soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please
do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter-
gents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather
upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not
required to maintain the original condition.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
CAUTION!
Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton
based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as
damage to the seat may result.
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.
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The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a ser-
vice contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract,
and you require service after the manufacturer’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the
contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
the ownership experience. You will be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only),
some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids
contained in vehicles and certain products of compo-
nent wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the
DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group
LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
574 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
578 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
About Your Brakes........................377
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................382
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .158
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............513
Adding Fuel.............................431
Adding Washer Fluid......................508
Additives, Fuel...........................429
Air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Air Bag
Advance Front Air Bag....................54
Air Bag Components.....................53
Air bag Operation.......................56
Air Bag Warning Light....................65
Enhanced Accident Response................64
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................68
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
If A Deployment Occurs...................63
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................57
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............67
Side Air Bags...........................58
Transporting Pets........................90
Air bag Deployment........................53
Air bag Light.............................65
Air bag Maintenance........................67
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .501
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................503
Air Conditioning Filter.....................325
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips..............324
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................503
Air Conditioning System....................322
Air Pressure, Tires.........................404
Alarm
Arm The System........................18
Disarm The System.......................19
Alarm Light.............................225
Alarm, Panic.............................23
Alarm (Security Alarm)......................18
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................18
580 INDEX
Towing..............................484
Emergency Trunk Release....................41
Emission Control System Maintenance..........493
Engine.................................490
Air Cleaner...........................501
Block Heater..........................354
Break-In Recommendations.................90
Checking Oil Level......................496
Compartment..........................489
Compartment Identification................489
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................512
Cooling..............................511
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................94
Fails to Start...........................352
Flooded, Starting.......................352
Fuel Requirements......................425
Jump Starting..........................475
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..496
Oil Change Interval......................497
Oil Filler Cap..........................499
Oil Selection...........................498
Oil Synthetic..........................500
Overheating...........................453
Starting..............................347
Temperature Gauge......................229
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................499
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................499
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............64
Entry System, Illuminated....................20
Ethanol................................427
Event Data Recorder........................68
Exhaust Gas Caution........................94
Exhaust System...........................94
Exterior Folding Mirrors....................113
Exterior Lighting..........................138
Exterior Lights............................97
Filler Location Fuel........................43110
INDEX 585