SCHEDULED SERVICING
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that service
is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as
frequent short-trips, or extremely hot or cold ambient
temperatures will influence when the “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).
NOTE:Even though the vehicle may not have been driven,
both the fuel in the tank and oil in the engine will still
degrade over time. Additionally, there will be a notification
to the driver if the engine is being run to maintain the oil
and fuel systems. Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than
your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to “Vehicle Info” in “Instrument Cluster Display”
in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel”.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or
350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The
350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
concern for fleet customers.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) or 350 hours of
engine run time if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off
road environment or is operated predominately at idle or
only very low engine RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is
considered Severe Duty.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 431
Engine Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where appli-
cable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the system
should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT
coolant (conforming to MS.90032) by an authorized dealer.
Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumula-
tion of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying
water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the
condenser.
Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at the
coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire
system for leaks. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT
PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
NOTE:Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to
severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is needed to
be added to the system please contact an local authorized
dealer. If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains visible
sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and flush with
OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to MS.90032).
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the
proper maintenance intervals.
Electric/Battery Coolant System
These coolant systems must be serviced by an authorized
dealer. If the coolant level is below what is specified on the
reservoir, contact an authorized dealer for service.
These systems require the use of high purity water, such as
deionized, or distilled water, when mixing the water and
coolant (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality
water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
cooling systems. If the coolant level of the battery coolant
system is low, the wrench warning light will be illuminated
on the instrument cluster.
Selection Of Coolant
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifica-
tions” for further information.
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Plastic And Coated Parts
Use Mopar Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
CAUTION!
•Direct contact of air fresheners, insect repellents,
suntan lotions, or hand sanitizers to the plastic,
painted, or decorated surfaces of the interior may
cause permanent damage. Wipe away immediately.
• Damage caused by these type of products may not be
covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
cloth.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Leather Parts
Mopar Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather
upholstery.
Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can
act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and
should be removed promptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn
soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar
Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid soaking your
leather upholstery with any liquid. Please do not use
polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents, or
ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery.
Application of a leather conditioner is not required to
maintain the original condition.
NOTE: If equipped with light colored leather, it tends to
show any foreign material, dirt, and fabric dye transfer
more so than darker colors. The leather is designed for easy
cleaning, and FCA recommends Mopar total care leather
cleaner applied on a cloth to clean the leather seats as
needed.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 489
Glass Cleaning........................... .490
GVWR ................................. .370
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ......................... .375
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................... .378
Headlights Bulb Replacement ....................... .386
Cleaning .............................. .486
Delay ..................................93
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...........93
Lights On Reminder .....................93, 96
Passing ............................. .93, 95
Replacing ............................. .386
Switch .................................93
Time Delay .......................... .93, 96
Washers ................................96
Head Restraints ............................83
Heated Mirrors ......................... .89, 92
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . .93, 94
Hill Start Assist ........................... .195
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ...............134
Hood Prop .............................. .126
Hood Release ............................ .126Hook, Coat
.............................. .144
Inside Rearview Mirror ....................89, 378
Instrument Cluster ..................... .159, 182
Instrument Cluster Display Information Display ...................... .160
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................489
Interior And Instrument Lights ..................98
Interior Appearance Care .....................488
Interior Lights ..............................98
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ..............101
Introduction ................................4
Inverter, Power ........................... .147
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ..................... .535
Jack Operation ........................ .400, 461
Jump Starting ............................ .418
KeyFob..................................38 Arm The Alarm ..........................54
Disarm The Alarm ........................54
Pr
ogramming Additional Key Fobs .............53
Remote Battery Replacement .................42
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....42
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INDEX 599
Keyless Enter-N-GoLock The Vehicle’s Doors ...................524
Passive Entry Programming .................524
Key, Replacement ...........................53
Keys ....................................38
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................93
Lane Change Assist ...................... .93, 97
LaneSense ............................... .356
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ .215
Latches ................................. .274
Hood ................................ .126
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .494
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .274
Life Of Tires ............................. .475
Liftgate ................................. .128
Light Bulbs .......................... .274, 388
Light Replacement ......................... .388
Lights .................................. .274
AirBag .........................173, 230, 272
Automatic Headlights ......................96
Battery Saver ......................... .93, 97
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .194
Brake Warning ......................... .173
Bulb Replacement .....................384, 388 Center Mounted Stop
..................... .390
Cruise ............................ .182, 183
Daytime Running ...................... .93, 94
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................93
Engine Temperature Warning ................174
Exterior ........................... .274, 388
Fog............................... .97, 389
Front Replacement ....................... .388
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................378
Headlights .......................... .93, 386
Headlights On Reminder .................93, 96
Headlight Switch .........................93
High Beam ..............................93
High Beam/Low Beam Select ..............93,
94
Instrument Cluster ........................93
Intensity Control ..........................99
Interior ................................98
Lights On Reminder .....................93, 96
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ............100
Park ................................. .183
Passing ............................. .93, 95
Reading ................................98
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .173
Security Alarm ......................... .176
Service ............................... .384
600 INDEX
Side Marker........................ .387, 388
SmartBeams .............................95
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ..........180, 207
Traction Control ........................ .194
Turn Signal ....................93, 182, 274, 387
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .174, 182
Load Floor, Cargo ......................... .134
Loading Vehicle ....................... .134, 370
Tires................................. .467
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode ...................... .170
Battery Saver On ........................ .170
Electrical Load Reduction ...................170
Intelligent Battery Sensor ...................170
Low Tire Pressure System .....................207
Lubrication, Body ......................... .445
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ....................150
Lug Nuts ............................... .492
Maintenance Free Battery .....................437
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .431
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ........185
Manual, Service ........................... .592
Map/Reading Lights .........................98
Marker Lights, Side ........................ .387Master Cylinder (Brakes)
.....................459
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) .................68
Memory Seat ..............................68
Memory Seats And Radio .....................68
Methanol ............................... .495
Mirrors ..................................89
Automatic Dimming .......................89
Electric Remote ...........................91
Exterior Folding ..........................92
Heated ............................. .89, 92
Outside ............................. .89, 90
Rearview ........................... .89, 378
Vanity .................................93
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ................6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................207
Mopar
Parts ............................. .591
Multi-Function Control Lever ...................93
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................281
Occupant Restraints ........................ .213
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............494, 499
Oil, Engine ........................... .438, 499
Capacity .............................. .498
Change Interval ........................ .438
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INDEX 601
Vehicle Loading....................... .370, 468
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................6
Vehicle Storage ............................118
Viscosity, Engine Oil ....................... .439
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................570
Warning Flasher, Hazard .....................378
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .178
Warnings And Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ...................... .591
Washers, Windshield ....................... .436
Washing Vehicle .......................... .487
Water Driving Through ........................ .375
Wheel And Wheel Trim ..................... .480
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................480
Wind Buffeting ........................... .125
Window Fogging ...........................118
Windshield Defroster ....................... .273
Windshield Washers .....................100, 436
Fluid ................................ .436
Windshield Wiper Blades .....................446
Wiper Blade Replacement .....................446
Wipers, Intermittent .....................100, 101
Wrecker Towing .......................... .425
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INDEX 607