MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ...........277
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .278
▫ Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ........................ .278
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message .............279
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS .......................... .279
REPLACEMENT PARTS ...................280
DEALER SERVICE ...................... .280
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .............281
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .281
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .283
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................284
▫ Exhaust System ....................... .284
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................286 ▫
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............286
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .289
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades .................289
▫ Cooling System ....................... .290
▫ Brake System ........................ .294
▫ Automatic Transmission (3.6L Gasoline Engine
Only) .............................. .295
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion ........................... .297
▫ Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders . . . .301
FUSES ............................... .302
▫ Underhood Fuses ...................... .302
▫ Interior Fuses ......................... .307
▫ Right Central Pillar Fuses .................310
VEHICLE
STORAGE.....................311
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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 wiped
clean 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.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending
on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor-
mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks,
water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are
present, clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment
and should be checked at regular intervals. Fill the reser-
voir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator anti-
freeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush
out any residual water.
The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid
when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates.
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TransaxleAutomatic ..............................11
Transmission Automatic ............................ .177
Fluid ............................. .295, 317
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .215
Turn Signals ..............................118
Uconnect Operation ............................. .144
Uconnect Voice Command ....................166
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................331
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .223
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .................26
Vehicle Certification Label ....................228
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...............7
Vehicle Loading .....................205, 228, 230
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................7
Vehicle Storage ........................ .164, 311
Viscosity, Engine Oil ....................... .282
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................166Warnings And Cautions
.......................6
Warranty Information ...................... .329
Washer Adding Fluid .......................... .289
Washing Vehicle .......................... .297
Water Driving Through ........................ .187
Wind Buffeting .............................20
Window Fogging .......................... .164
Windows .................................18
Power .................................18
Windshield Defroster .........................51
Windshield Washers ..................... .80, 289
Fluid ..................................80
Windshield Wiper Blades .....................289
Windshield Wipers ..........................80
Wiper Blade Replacement .....................289
Wipers, Intermittent .........................80
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