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CAUTION!(Continued)
In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
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 dam-
age:
•
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.
548 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Electronic Roll Mitigation.................426
Traction Control System ...................420
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......567
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..................155, 156, 160
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............421
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........239
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................44
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................514
Jacking .............................. .501
Jump Starting ..................... .510, 512
Overheating .......................... .487
Towing ....................... .518, 519, 520
Emergency Trunk Release ....................44
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........529
Engine ............................. .525, 526
Air Cleaner .......................... .539
Block Heater ......................... .387Break-In Recommendations
.................92
Checking Oil Level ..................... .532
Compartment ...................524, 525, 526
Compartment Identification ................524
Coolant (Antifreeze) ........549, 589, 590, 592, 595
Cooling ............................. .549
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................95, 465
Fails To Start ......................... .386
Flooded, Starting ...................... .386
Fuel Requirements ..................... .459
Jump Starting ..................... .510, 512
Oil .......532, 585, 586, 587, 588, 589, 590, 592, 595
Oil Change Interval ..................... .533
Oil Filler Cap ...................... .535, 536
Oil Filter ............................ .538
Oil Selection ..........533, 534, 585, 586, 587, 588
Oil Synthetic ......................... .538
Overheating .......................... .487
Starting ............................. .380
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INDEX 631
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Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................453
MOPAR Parts ........................ .530, 621
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .462
Multi-Function Control Lever .................144
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................92
Occupant Restraints ........................44
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . .459, 589, 590, 592, 595
Oil, Engine .............260, 532, 589, 590, 592, 595
Capacity ....................585, 586, 587, 588
Change Interval ....................... .533
Checking ............................ .532
Dipstick ............................. .532
Disposal ............................. .538
Filter ...................538, 589, 590, 592, 595
Filter Disposal ........................ .538
Identification Logo ..................... .534Materials Added To
..................... .536
Pressure Warning Light ...................238
Recommendation .......533, 534, 585, 586, 587, 588
Synthetic ............................ .538
Viscosity .............535, 536, 585, 586, 587, 588
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .538
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .538
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .238
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................527
Operating Precautions ..................... .527
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................114
Overhead Console ........................ .198
Overheating, Engine ...................... .487
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..........4,622
Paint Care ............................. .560
Panic Alarm ..............................25
Parking Brake ........................... .409
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