- Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
If the light turns on and a warning chime sounds while driving, safely pull over and
stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal,
turn the engine off immediately.
We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have
the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by
steam or boiling coolant.
- Brake Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking
brake application. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is
applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock
brake system reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid
level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake
hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been
detected by the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
system. In this case, the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected.
If the problem is related to the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying
the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacity in the event of a failure to
a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is
indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level
in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level. The light will remain on
until the cause is corrected.
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), are also equipped with
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake
Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS
system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch
from the OFF position to the ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for
approximately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake
is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light
inspected by an authorized dealer.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
Two Door Models18.6 Gallons 70 Liters
Four Door Models 22.5 Gallons 85 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6L Engine 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
Cooling System *
3.6L Engine (MOPAR®Antifreeze/EngineCoolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formulaor equivalent)10.5 Quarts 9.9 Liters
* Includes coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine CoolantWe recommend you use MOPAR®Antifreeze/Coolant10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic AdditiveTechnology) or equivalent meeting the requirements ofChrysler Material Standard MS-12106.
Engine OilWe recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 EngineOil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler MaterialStandard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, andShell Helix®. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correctSAE grade.
Engine Oil FilterWe recommend you use MOPAR®Engine Oil Filter orequivalent.
Spark PlugsWe recommend you use MOPAR®Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection87 Octane
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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
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power
steering and automatic transmission, and fill as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required mainte-
nance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
•Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
•Inspect exhaust system
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
•Inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessary.
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Cooling System............126Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . .126Coolant Capacity.........124Coolant Level...........126Disposal of Used Coolant....126Drain, Flush, and Refill.....126Inspection............126Points to Remember . . . . . . .126Pressure Cap...........126Selection of Coolant(Antifreeze)........124, 126Corrosion Protection.........126Cruise Control (Speed Control)....28Customer Assistance.........138
Defects, Reporting..........139Dimmer Control.............26Dimmer Switch, Headlight......26Disabled Vehicle Towing.......105Disarming, Security System......11DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . .126Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Driver Cockpit............6,49
ECO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93Electronic Speed Control (CruiseControl)................28Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . .105Electronic Stability Control (ESC)OFF Indicator...........108Electronic Throttle ControlWarning Light . . . . . . . . . . .109Electronic Vehicle InformationCenter (EVIC) . . . . . . . . . .92, 94Emergency, In Case ofJacking..............112Overheating............111To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 5Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . .126Break-In Recommendations . . .26Checking Oil Level........126Compartment...........122Coolant (Antifreeze).......124Cooling...............126
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . .124Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124, 126Oil Filler Cap...........126Oil Selection........124, 126Overheating............111Event Data Recorder.........120Exhaust System............126
FA Q . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 4 1FiltersAir Cleaner............126Engine Oil . . . . . . . . .124, 126Engine Oil Disposal.......126FlashersTu r n S i g n a l . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1 0Flash-To-Pass..............27Fluid, Brake..............125Fluid Capacities............124Fluids, Lubricants andGenuine Parts . . . . . . . . . . .124Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . .26, 27, 110Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . .23Four Wheel Drive............98Operation..............98Shifting...............98Systems..............98Four Wheel Drive Operation......98Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.......119Frequently Asked Questions.....141Front Heated Seats...........25FuelOctane Rating..........124Requirements . . . . . . . . . .124Specifications..........124Tank Capacity..........124Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
General Maintenance.........126Glass Cleaning............126GPS Navigation (Uconnect®gps) . . .67
HeadlightsAutomatic.............26Cleaning.............126Dimmer Switch..........26High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
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