to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi-
bly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding
on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake
temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible
brake damage. You would not have your full braking
capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when
performing under hood services or immediately if the
“Brake Warning Light” is illuminated.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid
level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid
reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to
fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level should be
checked when pads are replaced. However, low fluid level
may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed.Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer
to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”
for further information.
WARNING!
•
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical
Specifications” for further information. Using the
wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your
brake system and/or impair its performance. The
proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also
identified on the original factory installed hydraulic
master cylinder reservoir.
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter or mois-
ture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylin-
der reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in
a open container absorbs moisture from the air
resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it
to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged brak-
ing, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could
result in a collision.
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Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with
oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu-
facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent
to the originals in size, quality and performance when
replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on “Tread
Wear Indicators” in this section. Refer to the Tire and
Loading Information placard or the Vehicle Certification
Label for the size designation of your tire. The Load Index
and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the
original equipment tire sidewall.
See the Tire Sizing Chart example found in the “Tire Safety
Information” section of this manual for more information
relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a tire.
It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear
tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously affect
your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of the
original wheels.It is recommended you contact an authorized tire dealer or
original equipment dealer with any questions you may
have on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use
equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the
safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
WARNING!
•
Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating, or speed
rating other than that specified for your vehicle.
Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels
may change suspension dimensions and perfor-
mance characteristics, resulting in changes to steer-
ing, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can
cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering
and suspension components. You could lose control
and have a collision resulting in serious injury or
death. Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load
ratings approved for your vehicle.
• Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity,
other than what was originally equipped on your
vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load index could
result in tire overloading and failure. You could lose
control and have a collision.
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Starting.............................. .278
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .439
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................439
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........246, 428
Ethanol ................................. .495
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................271, 497
Exhaust System ....................... .271, 451
Exterior Lighting ....................... .93, 388
Exterior Lights ...................93, 274, 384, 388
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .440
Air Conditioning ......................119,443
Engine Oil ......................... .440, 499
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .439
Flashers Hazard Warning ........................ .378
Turn Signal ....................93, 182, 274, 387
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .93, 95
Fluid, Brake ............................. .501
Fluid Capacities ........................... .498
Fluid Leaks .............................. .274
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................ .459
Fluids And Lubricants ...................... .499Fog Lights
......................... .93, 97, 389
Fog Light Service .......................... .389
Folding Rear Seat ...........................68
Forward Collision Warning ....................204
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .424
Front Position Light ........................ .388
Fuel ................................... .494
Additives ............................. .495
Clean Air ............................. .494
Ethanol .............................. .495
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ..................... .367
Gasoline .............................. .494
Materials Added ........................ .495
Methanol ............................. .495
Octane
Rating ....................... .494, 499
Requirements .......................... .494
Specifications .......................... .499
Tank Capacity .......................... .498
Fuses .................................. .390
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ............134, 139
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .....................367
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .494
Gasoline (Fuel) ........................... .494
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .494
598 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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Spark Plugs............................. .499
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ......................... .499
Oil.................................. .499
Speed Control Accel/Decel ........................... .296
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ...................302
Cancel ............................... .297
Resume .............................. .296
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..............294, 297
Starting .............................. .49, 278
Remote ................................49
Starting And Operating ..................... .278
Starting Procedures ........................ .278
Steering ................................ .293
Column Controls .........................93
Tilt Column .............................87
Wheel, Heated ........................ .87, 88
Wheel, Tilt ..............................87
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................534
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .534
Storage, Vehicle ............................118
Stuck, Freeing ............................ .424
Sunglasses Storage ......................... .149
Sun Roof ............................... .123Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag
..........231
System, Remote Starting ......................49
Telescoping Steering Column ...................87
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ...........110
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ..................... .134
Tilt Steering Column .........................87
Time Delay, Headlight ........................93
Tire And Loading Information Placard ............467
Tire Markings ............................ .462
Tires......................... .274, 471, 478, 483
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .475
Air Pressure ........................... .471
Chains ............................... .482
Changing .......................... .400, 461
Compact Spare ......................... .478
General
Information ...................471, 478
High Speed ............................ .473
Inflation Pressures ....................... .472
Jacking ........................ .400, 401, 461
Life Of Tires ........................... .475
Load Capacity ...................... .467, 468
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ..........164, 207
Pressure Warning Light ....................180
Quality Grading ........................ .483
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INDEX 605