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NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or cycle the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the igni-
tion switch is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
552 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Brake Assist System.....................424
Traction Control System...................423
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses)......572
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........174
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............425
Emergency Deck Lid Release..................45
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck................521
Jacking...............................498
Jump Starting..........................517
Overheating...........................495
Towing..............................526
Emergency Trunk Release....................45
Emission Control System Maintenance..........535
Engine.................................534
Air Cleaner...........................543
Block Heater..........................398
Break-In Recommendations.................96
Checking Oil Level......................538
Compartment..........................533
Compartment Identification................533
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................553
Cooling..............................552
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................98
Fails to Start...........................396
Flooded, Starting.......................396
Fuel Requirements......................464
Jump Starting..........................517
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..538
Oil Filler Cap..........................541
Oil Selection...........................540
Oil Synthetic..........................542
Overheating...........................495
Starting..............................393
Temperature Gauge......................263
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................541
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................541
EnhancedAccident Response Feature............70
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Vanity...............................120
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................458
MOPAR® Parts...........................537
MTBE/ETBE............................466
Multi-Function Control Lever.................157
New Vehicle Break-In Period..................96
Occupant Restraints........................46
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................464
Odometer...............................263
Tr i p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..263
Oil, Engine..............................275
Capacity.............................589
Change Interval........................540
Checking.............................538
Dipstick..............................538
Disposal..............................542
Filter................................542
Filter Disposal.........................542
Identification Logo......................540
Materials Added to......................542
Recommendation.......................540
Synthetic.............................542
Viscosity.............................541
Oil Filter, Selection........................542
Onboard Diagnostic System..................535
Operating Precautions......................535
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors...................117
Overheating, Engine.......................495
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).............4
Paint Care..............................564
Panic Alarm..............................23
Parking Brake............................418
ParkSense® System, Rear....................218
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