Appearance Care And Protection
From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From
Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according
to geographic locations and usage. Chemicals
that make roads passable in snow and ice and
those that are sprayed on trees and road sur-
faces during other seasons are highly corrosive
to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne con-
taminants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is
operated, extreme hot or cold weather and
other extreme conditions will have an adverse
effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody pro-
tection.
The following maintenance recommendations
will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from
the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or re-
moval of paint and protective coatings from your
vehicle.
The most common causes are:•Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.
•Stone and gravel impact.
•Insects, tree sap and tar.
•Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
•Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
Washing
•Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash
your vehicle in the shade using MOPAR Car
Wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the
panels completely with clear water.
•If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have
accumulated on your vehicle, use MOPAR
Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover to
remove.
•Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as
MOPAR Cleaner Wax to remove road film,
stains and to protect your paint finish. Take
care never to scratch the paint.
•Avoid using abrasive compounds and power
buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out
the paint finish.
CAUTION!
•Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning
materials such as steel wool or scouring
powder that will scratch metal and painted
surfaces.
•Use of power washers exceeding 1,200
psi (8 274 kPa) can result in damage or
removal of paint and decals.
Special Care
•If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you
drive near the ocean, hose off the undercar-
riage at least once a month.
•It is important that the drain holes in the lower
edges of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk
be kept clear and open.
•If you detect any stone chips or scratches in
the paint, touch them up immediately. The
cost of such repairs is considered the re-
sponsibility of the owner.
•If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision
or similar cause that destroys the paint and
protective coating, have your vehicle re-
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Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl uphol-
stery.
MOPAR Total Clean is specifically recom-
mended 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. Stub-
born 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.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning
purposes. Many are potentially flammable,
and if used in closed areas they may cause
respiratory harm.
CAUTION!
Direct contact of air fresheners, insect repel-
lents, suntan lotions, or hand sanitizers to
the plastic, painted, or decorated surfaces of
the interior may cause permanent damage.
Wipe away immediately.
CAUTION!
Damage caused by these type of products
may not be covered by your New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or
Keton based cleaning products to clean
leather seats, as damage to the seat may
result.Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are
lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage
than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and
therefore different lens cleaning procedures
must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the
lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping
with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with
a mild soap solution followed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, sol-
vents, steel wool or other aggressive material to
clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a
regular basis with MOPAR Glass Cleaner, or
any commercial household-type glass cleaner.
Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use cau-
tion when cleaning the inside rear window
equipped with electric defrosters or windows
equipped with radio antennas. Do not use
scrapers or other sharp instrument that may
scratch the elements.
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
34 30 Amp Pink – Antilock BrakeValve
35 40 Amp Green – Antilock Brake Pump
36 30 Amp Pink – Headlamp/Washer Control/Smart
Glass – If Equipped
37 – 25 Amp Clear Diesel Heater and H2/MOD power
top
CAUTION!
•
When installing the IPM cover, it is important
to ensure the cover is properly positioned
and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow
water to get into the IPM, and possibly result
in an electrical system failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is impor-
tant to use only a fuse having the correct
amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a
rating other than indicated may result in a
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CAUTION!(Continued)
dangerous electrical system overload. If a
properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must
be corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more
than 21 days, you may want to take steps to
preserve your battery.
•
Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribu-
tion Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw).
•Or disconnect the negative cable from the
battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out
of service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or
more, run the air conditioning system at idle
for about five minutes in the fresh air and
high blower setting. This will ensure ad-
equate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the
system is started again.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
7,500
15,000
22,500
30,000
37,500
45,000
52,500
60,000
67,500
75,000
82,500
90,000
97,500
105,000
112,500
120,000
127,500
135,000
142,500
150,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240
Or Kilometers:
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
168,000
180,000
192,000
204,000
216,000
228,000
240,000
If using your vehicle for any
of the following: Dusty or
off-road conditions. Inspect
the engine air cleaner filter,
replace if necessary.XXX X X X X X X X
Inspect the brake linings,
replace if necessary.XXX X X X X X X X
Inspect exhaust system. X X X X X X
Inspect the front suspension,
tie rod ends and boot seals,
replace if necessary.XX X X X X
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X X
Change brake fluid every 24
months if using DOT 4 brake
fluid.XXX X X X X X X X
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
7,500
15,000
22,500
30,000
37,500
45,000
52,500
60,000
67,500
75,000
82,500
90,000
97,500
105,000
112,500
120,000
127,500
135,000
142,500
150,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240
Or Kilometers:
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
168,000
180,000
192,000
204,000
216,000
228,000
240,000
Adjust parking brake on ve-
hicles equipped with four-
wheel disc brakes.XX X X X
Replace engine air cleaner
filter.XX X X X
Replace air conditioning/
cabin air filter.XXX X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs (2.0L &
2.4L Engines) *XX X X X X
Replace spark plugs (2.0L
E22 Engine) *XX
Replace accessory drive
belt(s).X
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze). . . .264
Adding Fuel..................212
Adding Washer Fluid.............261
Additives, Fuel................211
Adjust
Down....................89
Forward...................89
Rearward..................89
Up......................89
AirBag.....................38
Advance Front Air Bag..........38
Air Bag Operation.............39
Air Bag Warning Light...........44
Enhanced Accident Response......43
Event Data Recorder (EDR).......45
Front Air Bag................38
If A Deployment Occurs..........43
Knee Impact Bolsters...........40
Maintaining Your Air Bag System.....45
Side Air Bags...............40
Transporting Pets.............57
Air Bag Deployment..............38
Air Bag Light.............44, 59, 123
Air Bag Maintenance.............45
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner
Filter)....................258
Air Conditioner Maintenance........259Air Conditioning................150
Air Conditioning Controls..........150
Air Conditioning Filter.........158, 260
Air Conditioning Refrigerant......259, 260
Air Conditioning System.....150, 153, 259
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips. . . .157, 159
Air Pressure, Tires..............196
Alarm (Security Alarm)............125
Alarm System (Security Alarm)......14, 15
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle.......8
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).......187
Anti-Lock Warning Light...........133
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)......263, 280
Capacities................280
Disposal..................265
Appearance Care...............271
Assist, Hill Start................189
Automatic Dimming Mirror..........65
Automatic Door Locks.............22
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . .153
Automatic Transaxle..............12
Fluid Level Check.........268, 269
Automatic Transmission . .168, 169, 267, 268
Autostick.................176
Fluid And Filter Changes........269
Fluid Type.............267, 268
Gear Ranges............170, 174Special Additives..........268, 269
Autostick.................176, 177
Battery..................127, 258
Charging System Light.........127
Keyless Transmitter Replacement
(RKE)...................18
Belts, Seat...................59
Body Mechanism Lubrication........261
Brake Assist System.............189
Brake Fluid..................282
Brake System..............186, 266
Master Cylinder.............266
Parking..................185
Warning Light..............124
Brake, Parking................185
Brake/Transmission Interlock........169
Brakes.....................186
Bulb Replacement..............279
Bulbs, Light................60, 279
Calibration, Compass............144
Camera, Rear.................104
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . .280
Capacities, Fluid...............280
Caps, Filler
Fuel....................212
318
Electronic Roll Mitigation........194
Traction Control System........191
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .102
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)......191
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light. .128
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)...................139
Emergency, In Case Of
Jacking..................228
Jump Starting..............241
Towing..................247
Engine..................253, 254
Air Cleaner................258
Break-In Recommendations.......57
Checking Oil Level............256
Coolant (Antifreeze)...........263
Cooling..................263
Exhaust Gas Caution...........58
Fuel Requirements............210
Jump Starting..............241
Oil ..................256, 280
Oil Change Interval...........257
Oil Filler Cap.........253, 254, 257
Oil Filter.................258
Oil Selection...............257
Oil Synthetic...............258
Overheating...............227Enhanced Accident Response Feature . . .43
Event Data Recorder.............45
Exhaust Gas Caution.............58
Exhaust System.............58, 262
Exterior Lights.................60
Filters
Air Cleaner................258
Air Conditioning..........158, 260
Engine Oil................258
Engine Oil Disposal...........258
Flash-To-Pass.................98
Flashers
Hazard Warning.............227
Turn Signal...........60, 136, 280
Flooded Engine Starting...........166
Fluid Capacities...............280
Fluid Leaks...................60
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle........268, 269
Cooling System.............263
Power Steering.............184
Fluid, Brake..................282
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts . . .281
Fog Lights................97, 279
Folding Rear Seat...............94
Four Wheel Drive............134, 178Systems.................178
Four Wheel Drive Operation.........178
Four-Way Hazard Flasher..........227
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle...........243
Fuel......................210
Adding..................212
Additives.................211
Capacity.................280
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)..........212
Gasoline.................210
Gauge..................133
Octane Rating..............210
Requirements..............210
Tank Capacity..............280
Fueling....................212
Fuses.....................274
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap).......212, 256
Gasoline (Fuel).............210, 280
Gasoline, Clean Air..............211
Gauges
Fuel....................133
Gear Ranges..............170, 174
Gear Select Lever Override.........244
Glass Cleaning................273
Gross Axle Weight Rating..........213
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