Starting
The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use
when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the
range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), an increase in the time it
takes for your engine to start may be experienced, and a
deterioration in driveability (sags and/or hesitations) until
the engine is fully warmed up. These issues may be
improved with the use of seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel.
NOTE:Use of the engine block heater (if equipped) may
improve engine start time when using E-85 fuel when the
ambient temperature is less than 32°F (0°C).
Cruising Range
Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter than
gasoline, an increase in fuel consumption will be experi-
enced. The miles per gallon (mpg)/kilometers per liter and
the driving range will decrease by approximately 30%,
compared to gasoline operation.
Replacement Parts
All fuel and engine components in your Flexible Fuel
Vehicle (FFV) are designed to be compatible with ethanol.
Ethanol compatible service components are required.
CAUTION!
Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol
compatible components can damage your vehicle.
Maintenance
CAUTION!
Do not use ethanol mixtures greater than 85% in your
vehicle. It will make it more difficult for your engine to
start under cold conditions, may affect drivability, and
could cause engine damage.
ADDING FUEL
1. Push the fuel filler door release switch (located in the driver’s door map pocket).
396 STARTING AND OPERATING
5. Close the filter access cover.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper main-
tenance intervals.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as
Mopar Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the applica-
tion of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be wipedclean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating excess oil
and grease should be removed. Particular attention should
also be given to hood latching components to ensure
proper function. When performing other underhood ser-
vices, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch
should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as Mopar Lock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulations
of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may
cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer
fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a
dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.A/C Air Filter
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CAUTION!(Continued)
properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates a
problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
2 60 Amp Yellow –Front PDC Feed #1
3 ––Fuse – Spare
4 60 Amp Yellow –Front PDC Feed #2
5 30 Amp Pink
20 Amp Blue – Police –
Sunroof/Dome Lamp –
Police
6 40 Amp Green –Exterior Lighting #1
7 40 Amp Green –Exterior Lighting #2
8 30 Amp Pink –Interior Lighting
9 40 Amp Green –Power Locks
10 30 Amp Pink –
Driver Door Control Module
1130 Amp Pink –Passenger Door Control
Module
12 –20 Amp Yellow Dual USB Center Console
Rear/Cigar Lighter IP – If
Equipped
15 40 Amp Green –HVAC Blower
16 20 Amp Blue –Left Spot Lamp – Police
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CavityCartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
17 ––Fuse – Spare
18 30 Amp Pink –Mod Network Interface –
Police
19 ––Fuse – Spare
20 ––Fuse – Spare
21 30 Amp Pink –Fuel Pump
22 –20 Amp Yellow – Police Right Spot Lamp – Police
23 –10 Amp Red Fuel Door/Diagnostic Port
24 –10 Amp Red Integrated Center Stack
25 –10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor
26 –15 Amp Blue Cygnus Transmission
Module (Charger/300) /
Electronic Shift Module
(Charger/300)
27 –25 Amp Clear Amplifier – If Equipped
31 –25 Amp Breaker Power Seats – If Equipped
32 –15 Amp Blue HVAC Module/Cluster
33 –15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch/RF Hub
Module/Steering Column
Lock (300) – If Equipped
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Appearance Care.......................... .466
Arming System (Security Alarm) ................16
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .355
Auto Down Power Windows ...................33
Automatic Door Locks ........................26
Automatic Headlights .......................119
Automatic High Beams ..................... .120
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...........309
Automatic Transmission ..................336, 465
Adding Fluid .....................465, 487, 490
Autostick ............................. .343
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................465
Fluid Change .......................... .465
Fluid Level Check .....................464, 465
Fluid Type ......................... .487, 490
Special Additives ........................ .464
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ........342
Autostick ............................... .343
Operation ............................. .343
Auto Unlock, Doors .........................26
Auto Up Power Windows .....................34
AW D Towing ............................... .437
Axle Fluid ........................... .487, 490Axle Lubrication
....................... .487, 490
Battery .............................. .204, 451
Charging System Light ....................204
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................20
Location .............................. .451
Belts, Seat .................................78
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................455
B-Pillar Location .......................... .367
Brake Assist System ........................ .354
Brake Control System, Electronic ................352
Brake Fluid .......................... .487, 490
Brake, Parking ............................ .350
Brakes ................................. .351
Brake System ......................... .351,
462
Fluid Check ..................... .463, 487, 490
Master Cylinder ........................ .463
Parking .............................. .350
Warning Light ...................... .202, 351
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................336
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..........75
Brightness, Interior Lights ....................126
Bulb Replacement ...................... .482, 483
Bulbs, Light ........................... .81, 482
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Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze)............459, 485, 486, 487, 488, 489
Corrosion Protection ....................... .466
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .................136
Cruise Light .......................... .217, 220
Cupholders .......................... .188, 471
Customer Assistance ....................... .504
Customer Programmable Features ...........233, 234
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ..............127
Daytime Running Lights .....................121
Dealer Service ............................ .446
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ...................36
Deck Lid, Power Release ......................35
Defroster, Rear Window ..................... .192
Defroster, Windshield ........................79
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ...................127
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................444
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ....................123
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................... .447
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................436
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................461
Door Ajar ............................... .207Door Ajar Light
........................... .207
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .......27
Door Locks .......................... .19, 25
KeyFob................................25
Remote ................................25
Remote Keyless Entry ......................25
Door Locks, Automatic .......................26
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .347
E-85 Fuel ............................... .394
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .184
Electric Rear Window Defrost ..................192
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................95
Electronic Brake Control System ................352
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................352
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...................361
T
raction Control System ....................357
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .......472
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......133, 136
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............357
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........205
Emergency Deck Lid Release ...................36
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INDEX 513
Jump Starting......................... .429, 431
KeyFob..................................11 Arm The Alarm ..........................16
Lock The Doors ..........................19
Panic Alarm .............................20
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........15, 20
Remote Keyless Entry ......................18
Towing ............................... .438
Unlatch The Trunk ........................19
Unlock The Doors .........................18
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....20
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......20
Key Fob, Remote Keyless Entry .................18
Key-In Reminder ............................12
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..................... .28, 332
Enter The Trunk ..........................19
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors .............19, 243, 265
Passive Entry ............................28
Passive Entry Programming ...........28, 243, 265
Unlock From The Driver’s Side ...............18
Unlock From The Passenger Side ..............18
Keyless Go ................................11
Key, Replacement ...........................15
Keys ....................................11 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)
......................14
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................122
Lane Change Assist ........................ .123
LaneSense ............................... .159
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..........................39
Latches ..................................81
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .390
Leaks, Fluid ...............................81
Life Of Tires ............................. .380
Light Bulbs ........................... .81, 482
Lights ............................... .81, 118
AirBag ......................... .49, 79, 201
Automatic Headlights .....................119
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .360
Brake Warning ...................... .202, 351
Bulb Replacement ....................... .483
Cruise ............................ .217, 220
Daytime Running ....................... .121
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ..............122,
123
Engine Temperature Warning ................204
Exterior ................................81
Fog ................................. .121
Headlights ..........................118,484
Headlights On Reminder ...................121
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Headlights On With Wipers..............119,129
Headlight Switch .........................118
High Beam ............................ .123
High Beam/Low Beam Select ................123
Illuminated Entry .........................17
Instrument Cluster ........................118
Intensity Control ........................ .126
Interior ............................... .125
License ............................... .485
Lights On Reminder ..................... .121
Low Fuel ............................. .213
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........208
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ............127
Park ................................. .216
Passing ............................... .123
Reading ........................... .123, 172
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .201
Security Alarm ......................... .203
Service ............................ .482, 483
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ..........211,384
Traction Control ........................ .360
Turn Signal ...................... .81, 122, 217
Vanity Mirror ............................96
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .204, 217
Loading Vehicle ....................... .399, 401Capacities
............................. .401
Tires................................. .367
Load Leveling System ...................... .193
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode ...................... .230
Battery Saver On ........................ .230
Electrical Load Reduction ...................230
Intelligent Battery Sensor ...................230
Locks ....................................25
Automatic Door ..........................26
Auto Unlock .............................26
Child Protection ..........................27
Door ..................................25
Power Door .............................26
Low Tire Pressure System .....................384
Lubrication,
Body......................... .455
Lug Nuts ............................... .413
Maintenance Free Battery .....................451
Maintenance Procedures ..................... .446
Maintenance Schedule .............494, 495, 498, 500
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .208, 445
Manual, Service ........................... .508
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .....................463
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ................114
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