
CAUTION!
In the case that the yellow dot does not appear in the
winch mechanism window refer to step 11 above, the
operator should repeat the spare tire installation pro-
cedure. If the yellow dot does not appear in the winch
indication window, place and secure the damaged
wheel into the vehicle and seek dealer assistance to the
winch mechanism.12. Stow the jack, jack handle and winch handle tools back
in the storage compartment.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the
places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired
or replaced immediately.
13. Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressure, as required.
For vehicles with aluminum wheels:
1. Remove the adapter bracket and bolts from the storage bag in the glove compartment.
Winch Mechanism NOT Properly Engaged (Black Window
Will Appear)
264 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated
by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even
failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and
injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels
faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30
seconds continuously without stopping when you are
stuck. And do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no
matter what the speed.
CAUTION!
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between
DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster
than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may
result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It
can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmis-
sion shifting occurring).
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE
If a malfunction occurs and the gear selector cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following
procedure to temporarily move the gear selector:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove the gear selector override access cover which is located
below the gear selector.
4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
5. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access port, and push and hold the override release lever
forward.
6. Move the gear selector to the NEUTRAL position.
7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
8. Reinstall the gear selector override access cover.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service.
272 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page
for the required maintenance intervals.At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular
wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and
park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions. 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 321

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).............291
Adding Fuel ............................. .227
Adding Washer Fluid ....................... .289
Additives, Fuel ........................... .225
AirBag ..................................31 Air Bag Operation .........................33
Enhanced Accident Response ................274
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................274
If A Deployment Occurs ....................37
Knee Impact Bolsters .......................34
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ..............41
Air Bag Light .......................... .51, 103
Air Bag Maintenance .........................41
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......284
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................286
Air Conditioning Filter ...................164, 287
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............163, 165
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ...............286, 287
Air Conditioning System .....................286
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .209
Alarm (Security Alarm) .......................14
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .................14
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................291, 315
Disposal .............................. .293Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
.................191
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................117
Appearance Care .......................... .297
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .197
Auto Down Power Windows ...................19
Automatic Door Locks ........................18
Automatic Transaxle .........................11
Automatic Transmission ..................177, 297
Adding Fluid ....................... .296, 297
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................297
Fluid Change .......................... .297
Fluid Level Check ....................... .296
Fluid Type ......................... .295, 317
Gear Ranges ........................... .180
Special
Additives ........................ .296
Battery .............................. .104, 286
Charging System Light ....................104
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................16
Belts, Seat .................................51
Body Builders Guide ..........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................289
B-Pillar Location .......................... .204
Brake Assist System ........................ .193
Brake Control System, Electronic ................191
334 INDEX

Brake Fluid.............................. .317
Brake, Parking ............................ .189
Brake System ......................... .191, 294
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .191
Fluid Check ........................... .294
Parking .............................. .189
Warning Light .......................... .107
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................179
Bulb Replacement .......................311,312
Bulbs, Light ........................... .53, 311
Camera, Rear ..............................89
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .315
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .227
Power Steering ......................... .189
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................292
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................50, 226
Cargo Light ...............................78
Car Washes .............................. .297
Cellular Phone ........................... .157
Certification Label ......................... .228
Chains, Tire ............................. .217
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .200
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .279 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety
................50
Checks, Safety .............................50
Child Restraint .............................42
Child Restraints Booster Seats ............................45
Child Restraints ..........................42
Child Seat Installation ......................48
Infants And Child Restraints .................44
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........44
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .223
Climate Control ........................... .157
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .176
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................156
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .212
Console, Overhead ..........................91
Contract, Service .......................... .328
Coolant
Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .............292
Cooling System ........................... .290
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................291
Coolant Capacity ........................ .315
Coolant Level ....................... .290, 293
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................293
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................290
Inspection ............................. .293
Points To Remember ..................... .29310
INDEX 335

Introduction................................4
Jump Starting ............................ .267
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....16
Key-In Reminder ............................12
Key, Replacement ...........................13
Keys ....................................11
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................12
Lane Change Assist ..........................76
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..........................23
Latches ..................................53
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .223
Leaks, Fluid ...............................53
Life Of Tires ............................. .216
Light Bulbs ........................... .53, 311
Lights ................................ .53, 74
AirBag ............................ .51, 103
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .195
Brake Warning ......................... .107
Bulb Replacement ....................... .312
Cruise ................................119
Daytime Running .........................75
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................74, 76 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator
......195
Exterior ................................53
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................242
Headlights ..............................74
High Beam ..............................76
Illuminated Entry .........................14
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........115
Park .............................. .76, 119
Passing ................................76
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .103
Service ............................... .312
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .............112
Traction Control ........................ .195
Turn Signal ....................... .53, 74, 118
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) .......118
Loading Vehicle ....................... .228, 230
Capacities ............................. .230
Tires................................. .204
Locks Automatic Door ..........................18
Door ..................................
17
Lubrication, Body ......................... .289
Lug Nuts ............................... .243
Maintenance Free Battery .....................286
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Maintenance Procedures..................... .281
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .320
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .....115,279
Manual, Service ........................... .330
Methanol ............................... .224
Mirrors ..................................58
Electric Remote ...........................59
Exterior Folding ..........................58
Heated .................................59
Outside ................................58
Rearview ...............................58
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ................7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................219
MOPAR Parts ......................... .280, 329
MTBE/ETBE ............................. .224
Multi-Function Control Lever ...................74
New Vehicle Break-In Period ...................49
Occupant Restraints .........................20
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .................223
Oil Change Indicator ....................... .124
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ...................124
Oil, Engine ........................... .281, 316
Capacity .............................. .315Change Interval
........................ .282
Checking ............................. .281
Disposal .............................. .283
Filter ............................. .283, 316
Filter Disposal .......................... .283
Identification Logo ...................... .282
Materials Added To ...................... .283
Pressure Warning Light ....................109
Recommendation .....................282, 315
Synthetic ............................. .283
Viscosity .......................... .282, 315
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .283
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .283
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .109
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................278
Operator
Manual (Owner’s Manual) ...............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................58
Overhead Console ...........................91
Overheating, Engine ....................... .242
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...........4,330
Paint Care ............................... .297
Parking Brake ............................ .189
ParkSense System, Rear .......................85
Passing Light ..............................76
340 INDEX

Personal Settings.......................... .144
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........205
Power Mirrors ................................59
Steering ........................... .188, 189
Windows ...............................18
Power Steering Fluid ....................... .317
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts .................28
Pretensioners Seat Belts ...............................28
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .210
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............292
Radio Frequency General Information .....................13, 16
Radio Operation .......................... .157
Radio (Sound Systems) ..................... .144
Rear Camera ...............................89
Rear ParkSense System .......................85
Rearview Mirrors ...........................58
Recreational Towing ........................ .239
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .223
Refrigerant .............................. .287
Reminder, Seat Belt ..........................22
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ...........156Replacement Bulbs
..........................311
Replacement Keys ...........................13
Replacement Parts ......................... .280
Replacement Tires ......................... .216
Reporting Safety Defects .....................329
Restraint, Head .............................69
Restraints, Child ............................42
Rotation, Tires ............................ .218
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................51
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ..................53
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................329
Safety, Exhaust Gas ..........................50
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .198
Safety Tips ................................50
Schedule, Maintenance ...................... .320
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage .......26
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ............29
Energy Management Feature .................28
Lap/Shoulder
Belt Operation .................25
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................23
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ................26
Pregnant Women .........................28
Seat Belt Pretensioner ......................28
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