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WARNING!(Continued)
•If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling
controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
blower at high speed.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for
cuts, frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be
replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the
system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding seat
belt or retractor condition, replace the seat belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for
four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the
ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is
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Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed
“Maintenance Schedule”, there are other components
which may require servicing or replacement in the future.
CAUTION!
•Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per-
form repairs and service when necessary could
result in more costly repairs, damage to other
components or negatively impact vehicle perfor-
mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions
examined by an authorized dealer or qualified
repair center.
• Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of your
vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-
vals. Do not use chemical flushes in these compo-
nents as the chemicals can damage your engine,
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transmission, power steering or air conditioning.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed because of
component malfunction, use only the specified
fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut OFF.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Electric Remote Mirrors.....................140
Electronic Brake Control System ...............511
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................512
Traction Control System ...................518
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........247
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............518
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........336
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......355
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................589
Jacking .......................... .603, 611
Jump Starting ......................... .622
Overheating .......................... .589
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........635
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .641
Block Heater ......................... .491
Break-In Recommendations ................124
Checking Oil Level ..................... .638Compartment
......................... .633
Compartment Identification ................633
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................650, 682
Cooling ............................. .649
Exhaust Gas Caution .................125, 563
Fails To Start ......................... .489
Flooded, Starting ...................... .489
Fuel Requirements ...................559, 681
Oil .......................... .638, 681, 682
Oil Filter ............................ .641
Oil Selection ...................... .639, 681
Oil Synthetic ......................... .640
Overheating .......................... .589
Starting ............................. .485
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .640
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................640
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............95
Entry System, Illuminated ....................
20
Ethanol ............................ .560, 564
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Memory Feature (Memory Seat)...............223
Memory Seat ........................ .141, 223
Methanol .............................. .560
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .363
Mirrors ............................... .138
Automatic Dimming .....................139
Electric Remote ........................ .140
Exterior Folding ....................... .140
Heated .............................. .141
Memory ............................. .223
Outside ............................. .140
Rearview ............................ .138
Vanity .............................. .144
Mode Fuel Saver ........................... .362
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................550
MOPAR Parts ........................ .637, 699
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .560Multi-Function Control Lever
.................235
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................124
Occupant Restraints ........................62
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................559
Oil, Engine ......................... .638, 682
Capacity ............................ .681
Change Interval ....................... .639
Checking ............................ .638
Disposal ............................. .641
Filter ............................ .641, 682
Filter Disposal ........................ .641
Identification Logo ..................... .639
Materials Added To ..................... .640
Pressure Warning Light ...................338
Recommendation ....................639, 681
Synthetic ............................ .640
Viscosity ......................... .640,
681
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