
WARNING!(Continued)
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer
to Warranty Information Book, for further war-
ranty information.
• The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refriger-
ant or any repair requiring lines to be discon-
nected should be done by an experienced techni-
cian.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air condition-
ing system as the chemicals can damage your air
conditioning components. Such damage is not cov-
ered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R–1234yf
R–1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluo-
roolefin (HFO) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-friendly substance with a low global-warming potential. The manufacturer
recommends that air conditioning service be performed
by an authorized dealer using recovery and recycling
equipment.
NOTE:
Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil, and refrigerants.
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 application 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 latch-
ing components to ensure proper function. When per-
forming other underhood services, 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
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amount of a high quality lubricant, such as Mopar Lock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades, the wind-
shield, and rear window periodically with a sponge or
soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will
remove accumulations of salt, waxes, or road film, and
help reduce streaking and smearing.
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 or rear window.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield or rear window. Make sure that they are
not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid
damaging the blade. Keep the wiper blade out of contact
with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines, or wet spots. If any of these condi-
tions are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as
necessary.
Blade Lifting
If it is necessary to lift the blade from the windshield (In
the event of snow or blade replacement) Proceed as
directed:
1. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the OFF position.
2. Turn the ignition to the MAR-ON position then to STOP.
3. After turning the ignition to the STOP, within two minutes move the right stalk upward, into the un-
stable (“anti-panic”) position, for at least half of a
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
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If there is not a jet of fluid, first check that there is fluid
in the washer reservoir. Refer to “Adding Washer
Solvent” in this chapter for further information.
Then check that the nozzle holes are not clogged; use a
suitable tool such as a needle to unblock them if
necessary.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine ex-
haust system.
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust
system; or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside
the vehicle; or when the underside or rear of the vehicle
is damaged; have an authorized technician inspect the
complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for
broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust
fumes to seep into the passenger compartment. In
addition, have the exhaust system inspected each time
the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change.
Replace as required.
WARNING!
•Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain
carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious
and can eventually poison you. To avoid breath-
ing CO, refer to “Safety Tips” in “Safety” for
further information.
• A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park
over materials that can burn. Such materials
might be grass or leaves coming into contact with
your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your
vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can
contact anything that can burn.
CAUTION!
• The catalytic converter requires the use of un-
leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the
effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con-
trol device and may seriously reduce engine per-
formance and cause serious damage to the engine.
• Damage to the catalytic converter can result if
your vehicle is not kept in proper operating
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206 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)...........209
Adding Fuel ........................... .149
Adding Washer Fluid .....................196
Additives, Fuel ......................... .248
AirBag .............................. .104
Air Bag Operation .....................106
Air Bag Warning Light ..................103
Driver Knee Air Bag ....................107
Enhanced Accident Response ..............184
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............184
If A Deployment Occurs .................110
Knee Impact Bolsters ....................106
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ...........113
Transporting Pets ..................... .122
Air Bag Light .....................71, 103, 124
Air Bag Maintenance ......................113
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . .201
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................202
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............202, 203
Air Conditioning System ...................202
Air Filter ............................. .201
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... .227
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ...............20
Alfa DNA System (Dynamic Car Control System) .138
Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission............77, 133 Fluid Type
....................... .216, 254
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ..............6
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............208, 252
Capacities .......................... .252
Disposal .............................211
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................82
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................74
Automatic Transaxle .......................17
Automatic Transmission ...................133
Fluid Type .......................... .254
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........50
Battery ............................ .71, 199
Charging System Light ...................71
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ..............16
Belts, Seat ............................. .124
Body Mechanism Lubrication ................203
B-Pillar
Location ........................ .222
Brake Fluid ........................... .254
Brake, Parking ......................... .131
Brake System ....................... .212, 248
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................82
Master Cylinder ...................... .212
Parking ............................ .131
Warning Light .........................69
266 INDEX

Daytime Running Lights....................31
Dealer Service .......................... .200
Deck Lid, Release .........................43
Defroster, Windshield .....................124
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................34
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................77
Dimmer Control ..........................33
Disabled Vehicle Towing ...................181
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............211
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .....23
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ......................24
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water .............................. .153
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .......50
Electrical Power Outlets ....................50
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................29
Electronic Brake Control System ...............83
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .......143
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........70
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher .................156 Jacking
............................ .216
Jump Starting ........................ .176
Overheating ......................... .180
Towing ............................ .181
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........78
Engine ............................... .195
Air Cleaner ......................... .201
Break-In Recommendations ...............131
Checking Oil Level .....................196
Compartment ........................ .195
Cooling ............................ .207
Exhaust Gas Caution ................123, 251
Fails To Start ........................ .130
Flooded, Starting ..................... .130
Fuel Requirements .....................248
Jump Starting ........................ .176
Oil ............................ .200, 252
Oil Filler Cap ..................... .195, 201
Oil Filter ........................... .201
Oil
Selection ......................... .200
Overheating ......................... .180
Starting ............................ .129
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ..........184
Ethanol .............................. .249
268 INDEX

Head Restraints..........................26
Heated Mirrors ...........................29
Heater .................................39
Holder, Cup .............................50
Ignition ................................17
Key ............................. .15, 17
Ignition Key Removal ......................17
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ...................19
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................27
Instrument Cluster ........................76
Instrument Cluster ......................54
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ..............243
Interior And Instrument Lights ...............32
Interior Appearance Care ...................242
Interior Lights ...........................32
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ............34
Introduction .............................4
Jack Operation ......................... .216
Jump Starting .......................... .176
Key Fob Unlock The Doors ......................15
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .16 Key-In Reminder
.........................19
Key, Replacement .........................19
Keys ..................................15
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ...................19
Lane Change Assist .......................32
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................95
Latches .............................. .126
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... .248
Leaks, Fluid ........................... .126
Life Of Tires ........................... .230
Light Bulbs ........................ .126, 156
Lights ............................. .30, 126
AirBag .......................71, 103, 124
Brake Warning .........................69
Bulb Replacement ..................... .156
Cruise ...............................76
Engine Temperature Warning ..............72
Exterior ............................ .126
Hazard Warning Flasher .................156
Interior ..............................32
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........75
Park ............................. .31, 76
Passing ..............................31
Seat
Belt Reminder ......................71
270 INDEX

Service............................. .156
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .........72, 88
Turn Signal ....................... .76, 126
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .72, 76
Loading Vehicle Tires .............................. .222
Locks Power Door ...........................22
Low Tire Pressure System ...................88
Lubrication, Body ....................... .203
Lug Nuts ............................. .246
Maintenance Free Battery ...................199
Maintenance, General .....................200
Maintenance Procedures ...................200
Maintenance Schedule .....................187
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .75, 78
Manual, Service ........................ .264
Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection .....................254
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ...................212
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............24
Memory Seat ............................24
Memory Seats And Radio ...................24
Methanol ............................. .249Mirrors
................................27
Electric Remote ........................29
Heated ..............................29
Outside .......................... .28, 29
Rearview .............................27
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ..............6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................88
Mopar Parts ........................... .263
MTBE/ETBE .......................... .249
Multi-Function Control Lever ................30
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................131
Occupant Restraints .......................92
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ...............248
Oil, Engine ..................... .200, 252, 253
Capacity ........................... .252
Change Interval ...................... .200
Checking ........................... .196
Disposal ............................ .201
Filter .............................. .201
Filter
Disposal ....................... .201
Materials Added To ....................201
Pressure Warning Light ...................70
Recommendation ...................200, 25212
INDEX 271

Viscosity........................... .201
Oil Filter, Change ....................... .201
Oil Filter, Selection ...................... .201
Oil Pressure Light .........................70
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................77
Operating Precautions ......................77
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............5
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................28
Overheating, Engine ..................... .180
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........5,264
Paint Care ............................ .240
Parking Brake .......................... .131
Passing Light ............................31
Pets ................................. .122
Placard, Tire And Loading Information .........222
Power Door Locks ...........................22
Mirrors ..............................29
Windows .............................42
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ..............100
Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... .100
Radial Ply Tires ........................ .228Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)
..........210
Radio Frequency General Information ..................17, 20
Radio Operation ........................ .258
Rear Seat, Folding ........................24
Reclining Front Seats ......................25
Recreational Towing ..................... .151
Reformulated Gasoline ....................248
Refrigerant ............................ .203
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................94
Remote Keyless Entry Unlock The Doors ......................15
Replacement Bulbs ...................... .156
Replacement Keys ........................19
Replacement Tires ....................... .231
Reporting Safety Defects ...................263
Restraint, Head ..........................26
Restraints, Child .........................114
Rotation, Tires ......................... .238
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................124
Safety
Checks Outside Vehicle ...............126
Safety Defects, Reporting ...................263
Safety, Exhaust Gas ...................... .123
Safety Information, Tire ....................216
272 INDEX