•Install on Rear Tires Only.
• P225/75R16 or a P235/65R17 tire with the use of a
traction device that meets the SAE type “Class S”
specification is recommended.
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable
handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
• Because of restricted traction device clearance be-
tween tires and other suspension components, it is
important that only traction devices in good condi-
tion are used. Broken devices can cause serious
damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs
that could indicate device breakage. Remove the
damaged parts of the device before further use.
• Install device as tightly as possible and then re-
tighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km).
(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
•Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
• Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
• Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pave-
ment.
• Observe the traction device manufacturer ’s instruc-
tions on the method of installation, operating speed,
and conditions for use. Always use the suggested
operating speed of the device manufacturer ’s if it is
less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
• Do not use traction devices on a compact spare tire.
Tire Rotation Recommendations
The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at
different loads and perform different steering, handling,
and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at
unequal rates.
These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. The
benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggres-
sive tread designs such as those on On/Off Road type tires.
Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud,
snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth,
quiet ride.
424 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for the proper mainte-
nance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear
should be corrected prior to rotation being performed.
The suggested rotation method is the “rearward-cross”
shown in the following diagram.CAUTION!
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends
on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each
wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to
the transfer case. Tire rotation schedule should be
followed to balance tire wear.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in
each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your
vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified government test course. For example, a
tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well
on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative
Tire Rotation
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performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices,
and differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak
traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under con-
trolled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test
wheel.Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the
tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of performance, which all passenger
vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher
levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the
minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Ex-
cessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive loading,
either separately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.
STORING THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle should remain stationary for more than a
month, observe the following precautions:
•
Park your vehicle in a covered, dry and possibly airy
location the windows open slightly.
• Check that the Electric Park Brake is not engaged.
426 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
•Disconnect the negative (-) terminal from the battery
post and be sure that the battery is fully charged. During
storage check battery charge quarterly.
• If you do not disconnect the battery from the electrical
system, check the battery charge every thirty days, also
we recommend you use storage mode for more infor-
mation refer to (“Instrument Cluster Display Menu
Items” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel”).
• Clean and protect the painted parts by applying protec-
tive waxes.
• Clean and protect polished metal parts by applying
protective waxes.
• Apply talcum powder to the front and rear wiper blades
and leave raised from the glass.
• Cover the vehicle with an appropriate cover taking care
not to damage the painted surface by dragging across
dirty surfaces. Do not use plastic sheeting which will not
allow the evaporation of moisture present on the surface
of the vehicle.
• Inflate the tires at a pressure of +7.25 psi (+0.5 bar)
higher than recommended on the tire placard and check
it periodically. •
Do not drain the engine cooling system.
• Whenever you leave the vehicle is stationary for two
weeks or more, run idle the engine for approximately
five minutes, with the air conditioning system on and
high fan speed. This will ensure a proper lubrication of
the system, thus minimizing the possibility of damage to
the compressor when the vehicle is put back into opera-
tion.
CAUTION!
Before removal of the positive and negative terminals
to the battery, wait at least a minute with ignition
switch in the OFF position and close the driver ’s door.
When reconnecting the positive and negative terminals
to the battery be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
position and the driver ’s door is closed.
BODYWORK
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
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About Your Brakes........................ .436
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............397
Adding Fuel ............................. .312
Additives, Fuel ........................... .438
AirBag ................................ .250
Advance Front Air Bag ....................250
Air Bag Operation ....................... .252
Enhanced Accident Response .............256, 368
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................368
FrontAirBag .......................... .250
If A Deployment Occurs ....................255
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .252
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............257
Transporting Pets ....................... .278
Air Bag Light ......................... .196, 280
Air Bag Maintenance ....................... .257
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......381
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................385
Air Conditioning Filter ....................69, 387
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................68
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ...............385, 386
Air Conditioning System .....................385
Air Filter ............................... .381
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .414
Alarm (Security Alarm) ....................26, 201 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle
................7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ..................... .465
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................396, 442
Disposal .............................. .398
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................214
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................202
Arming System (Security Alarm) ................27
Assistance Towing ......................... .483
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .216
Automatic Dimming Mirror ....................50
Automatic Headlights ........................53
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ................195
Automatic
Transmission ..................295, 405
Adding Fluid .......................... .405
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................405
Fluid Change .......................... .405
Fluid Level Check .....................402, 403
Fluid Type ......................... .402, 445
Special Additives ........................ .403
Autostick ............................... .300
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........176
Auxiliary Power Outlet ..................... .176
Axle Fluid .............................. .445
Axle Lock ............................... .305
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Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)...............58
Introduction ................................4
Inverter, Power ........................... .178
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio .................499
Jacking Instructions ........................ .355
Jack Location ............................ .353
Jack Operation ...................353, 355, 356, 405
Jump Starting ............................ .358
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....20
Key, Programming ..........................25
Key, Replacement ...........................25
Keys ....................................19
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................24
Lane Change Assist ..........................54
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ .239
Latches ................................. .282
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .282
Life Of Tires ............................. .417
Light Bulbs .......................... .282, 342
Lights .................................. .282
AirBag ............................196, 280 Automatic Headlights
......................53
Back-Up .............................. .345
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .223
Brake Warning ......................... .197
Bulb Replacement ....................... .343
Cargo .................................56
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .346
Cruise ............................... .209
Daytime Running .........................52
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................53
Exterior .............................. .282
Fog............................... .53, 344
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................342
Headlights .......................... .52, 343
Headlight Switch .........................52
High Beam ..............................53
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................53
Hill Descent Control Indicator ...............225
Instrument Cluster ........................52
Interior ................................
54
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........203
Passing ................................53
Rear Servicing .......................... .345
Rear Tail Lamps ........................ .345
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .201
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Security Alarm......................... .201
Service ............................... .343
Side Marker ........................... .345
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .............204
Traction Control ........................ .223
Turn Signal ....................54, 282, 344, 345
Loading Vehicle ........................... .313
Tires................................. .409
Locking Axle ............................. .305
Locks Child Protection ..........................31
Door ..................................28
Power Door .............................30
Lubrication, Body ......................... .389
Lug Nuts ............................... .436
Maintenance Free Battery .....................378
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .371
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .203, 212
Manual, Service ........................... .506
Manual Transmission ....................290, 405
Fluid Level Check ....................... .405
Lubricant Selection ....................405, 445
Shift Speeds ........................... .291
Methanol ............................... .439Mirrors
..................................49
Automatic Dimming .......................50
Electric Powered ..........................51
Electric Remote ...........................51
Heated .................................51
Outside ................................50
Rearview ...............................49
Vanity .................................52
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ................7
Modular Hard Top ..........................83
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................227
MOPAR Parts ............................ .505
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................288
Occupant Restraints ........................ .236
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............438, 443
Oil Change Indicator ....................... .195
Oil
Change Indicator, Reset ...................195
Oil, Engine ........................... .380, 443
Capacity .............................. .442
Change Interval ..................... .195, 380
Dipstick .............................. .378
Disposal .............................. .381
Filter ............................. .381, 443
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Filter Disposal.......................... .381
Identification Logo ...................... .380
Materials Added To ...................... .381
Pressure Warning Light ....................200
Recommendation .....................380, 442
Synthetic ............................. .381
Viscosity .......................... .380, 442
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .381
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .381
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .200
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................210
Operating Precautions ...................... .210
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ...............5
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................50
Overdrive ............................... .300
Overdrive OFF Switch ...................... .300
Overheating, Engine ....................... .361
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...........5,506
Paint Care ............................... .427
Parking Brake ............................ .288
Personal Settings .......................... .191
Pets ................................... .278
Phone, Cellular ........................... .472
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect) .................472Placard, Tire And Loading Information
...........409
Power Brakes ............................... .436
Door Locks ..............................30
Inverter .............................. .178
Mirrors ................................51
Steering .............................. .308
Windows ...............................71
Power Steering Fluid ....................... .445
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................245
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .354
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. .245
Programmable Electronic Features ...............191
Radial
Ply Tires ........................... .415
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............398
Radio 130 Operating Instructions Auxiliary Mode .........455
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ............449
Radio 130 With Satellite Radio Multimedia Satellite Radio ..................464
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ............455
Radio Frequency General Information ..................20, 24, 26
518 INDEX