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CAUTION!(Continued)
transmission, or air conditioning. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
If a flush is needed because of component malfunc-
tion, 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 once a month. 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 in the “SAFE” range. Adding 1.0 quart (.95 liters) of oil when the reading is at the bottom of the
“SAFE” range will result in an oil level at the top of the
“SAFE” range on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
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Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the left
side of the transmission. The fluid level should be 1/4
inch (6.4mm) below the bottom of the fill hole. Add fluid,
if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Refer to “Flu-
ids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your
Vehicle” for further information.
Change Transmission Fluid
If contaminated with water, change the fluid immedi-
ately. See your authorized dealer for service.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s specified transmission fluid. Refer
to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in this section
for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain the
transmission fluid at the correct level using the recom-
mended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any
transmission; only the approved lubricant should be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
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Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission. Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and
its performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
transmission. Avoid using transmission sealers as they
may adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools.
If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction,
visit your authorized dealer immediately to have the
transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle
with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis-
sion damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
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Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle.
Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. How-
ever, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes
contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is
disassembled for any reason.
Rear Axle
Fluid Level Check
Checking the fluid level while the vehicle is on level
ground and has been stationary for 15 minutes will
improve the accuracy of the fluid level reading.
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the
axle. The fluid level should be 1-2.5 mm below the fill
plug. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Change Axle Fluid
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed
on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are
highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside
parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami-
nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated,
extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi-
tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and
underbody protection.
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Alarm (Security Alarm)..................19, 235
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................19
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........530, 565, 566
Disposal ............................. .533
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................422
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................250
Appearance Care ........................ .540
Arming System (Security Alarm) ...............19
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .425
Auto Down Power Windows ..................40
Automatic Door Locks ......................33
Automatic Headlights ..................... .139
Automatic High Beams .....................140
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) .......338, 345
Automatic Transmission ..............390, 538, 540
Adding Fluid ...................540, 567, 569
Autostick ............................ .397
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................540 Fluid Change
......................... .540
Fluid Level Check ...................... .539
Fluid Type ........................ .567, 569
Special Additives ...................... .539
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .......396
Autostick .............................. .397
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................33
Axle Fluid .......................... .567, 569
Axle Lubrication ..................... .567, 569
Battery ............................ .237, 520
Charging System Light ...................237
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Location ............................. .520
Belts, Seat ...............................96
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................525
B-Pillar Location ......................... .442
Brake Assist System ...................... .424
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............421
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Brake Fluid......................... .567, 569
Brake, Parking .......................... .418
Brakes ................................ .421
Brake System ........................ .421, 535
Fluid Check ....................536, 567, 569
Master Cylinder ....................... .536
Parking ............................. .418
Warning Light ..................... .233, 421
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................389
Braking ............................... .266
SRT ................................ .266
Braking Distance ......................... .266
SRT ................................ .266
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................145
Bulb Replacement ..................... .560, 562
Bulbs, Light .......................... .98, 560
Camera, Rear ........................... .195
Capacities, Fluid ...................... .565, 566Caps, Filler
Fuel ................................ .470
Oil (Engine) .......................... .516
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................533
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................95, 469
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................472
Car Washes ............................ .541
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............564
Certification Label ........................ .472
Chains, Tire ............................ .456
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .437
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .512
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............94
Checks, Safety ............................94
Child Restraint ............................71
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................76
Center Seat LATCH ......................84
Child Restraints .........................71
594 INDEX

Enhanced Accident Response Feature............67
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .466
Event Data Recorder ........................70
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................95, 469
Exhaust System ....................... .95, 526
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................112
Exterior Lighting ......................... .138
Exterior Lights ............................98
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .470
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .519
Air Conditioning ....................348, 523
Engine Oil .....................518, 567, 568
Engine Oil Disposal .....................518
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .478
Turn Signal ..................... .98, 143, 254Flash-To-Pass
........................... .144
Flooded Engine Starting ....................381
Fluid, Brake ......................... .567, 569
Fluid Capacities ...................... .565, 566
Fluid Leaks ..............................98
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................539
Brake ............................... .536
Cooling System ........................ .529
Engine Oil ........................... .515
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........567
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .135
Forward Collision Warning ..................182
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................496
Fuel .................................. .465
Adding ............................. .470
Additives ............................ .467
Clean Air ............................ .465
Ethanol ............................. .466
598 INDEX

Intelligent Battery Sensor..................273
Locks ..................................31
Automatic Door .........................33
Auto Unlock ...........................33
Door .................................31
Power Door ............................32
Low Tire Pressure System ...................458
Lubrication, Body ........................ .525
Lug Nuts .............................. .479
Maintenance Free Battery ....................520
Maintenance Procedures ....................514
Maintenance Schedule ...................572, 574
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .243, 512
Manual Backward ........................ .130, 131
Forward ......................... .130, 131
Rearward ............................ .130
Tilt ................................ .131Manual Park Release
...................... .498
Manual, Service ......................... .586
Manual Transmission ................383, 538, 540
Fluid Level Check ...................538, 540
Shift Speeds .......................... .386
Map/Reading Lights ...................144, 199
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................536
Methanol .............................. .466
Mirrors ............................... .105
Electric Remote .........................113
Exterior Folding ........................112
Heated ...............................113
Outside ...........................112,113
Rearview ............................ .105
Vanity ...............................114
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................458
MOPAR Parts ........................ .513, 585
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .466
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