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DRIVING TIPS................................................................... 196
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................................... 196
Driving Through Water ............................................. 197
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS .............................. 199
BULB REPLACEMENT .................................................. 200
Replacement Bulbs ................................................... 200
Replacing Exterior Bulbs ............................................ 201
Replacing Interior Bulbs ............................................. 203
FUSES.................................................................................. 206
Underhood Fuses......................................................... 206
Interior Fuses................................................................ 209
Central Unit Fuse Panel .............................................. 211
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ............................... 212
Jack Location — If Equipped ..................................... 212
Removing The Spare Tire — If Equipped ................ 213
Preparations For Jacking ........................................... 217
Jacking Instructions ..................................................... 218
Vehicles With Alloy Wheels ...................................... 224
Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers ................... 226
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ........................... 227
Tire Service Kit Storage .............................................. 227
Tire Service Kit Usage ................................................. 227
JUMP STARTING..............................................................231
Preparations For Jump Starting ................................. 231
Jump Starting Procedure ............................................232
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ..................................234
IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE ......................235
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE .....................................236
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ......................................237
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...............................238
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ...............................................................240
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)................................. 240
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .............................................241
Maintenance Plan ........................................................242
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .......................................... 245
Engine Compartment — 2.4L ....................................245
Checking Oil Level ......................................................246
Adding Washer Fluid .................................................246
Maintenance-Free Battery .......................................... 247
Pressure Washing ........................................................248
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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 indi-
cator message will illuminate. This means that service is
required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as
frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extended engine idle time,
extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures will influence
when the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed.
Severe Operating Conditions 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).
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 the steps described under “Oil
Change Reset” in “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed
10,000 miles (16,000 km), 350 hours of engine run time or
12 months, 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 environ -
ment or is operated predominantly at idle, or only very low engine
RPM. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it
occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake master cylinder, fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Engine Compartment — 2.4L
1 — Air Cleaner Filter5 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Cap 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir Cap
3 — Oil Fill Cap 7 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick
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Checking Oil Level
To ensure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be
maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular
intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the
engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed up
engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
There are four possible dipstick types,
• Crosshatched zone.
• Crosshatched zone marked SAFE.
• Crosshatched zone marked with MIN at the low end of therange and MAX at the high end of the range.
• Crosshatched zone marked with dimples at the MIN and the MAX ends of the range. NOTE:
Always maintain the oil level within the crosshatch mark
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ings on the dipstick.
Adding 1 quart (1.0 liters) of oil when the reading is at the
low end of the dipstick range will raise the oil level to the
high end of the range marking.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield and rear window washers share the same fluid
reservoir. The fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine
compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at
regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer
solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a
few seconds to flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some washer
fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe clean the
wiper blades, this will help blade performance. CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your
engine.
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To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in
cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating
information can be found on most washer fluid containers.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic mainte-
nance required.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents are
flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must
be exercised when filling or working around the washer
solution.
WARNING!
• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact
your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a battery
when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on
skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of
water. Refer to “Jump Starting Procedure” in “In Case
Of Emergency” for further information.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame orsparks away from the battery. Do not use a booster
battery or any other booster source with an output
greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to
touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION!
• It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the
negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery
posts are marked positive (+) and negative (-) and are
identified on the battery case. Cable clamps should be
tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables before
connecting the charger to the battery. Do not use a “fast
charger” to provide starting voltage.
WARNING! (Continued)
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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 ensure 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 latching components to ensure proper function.
When performing 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 amount of a
high quality lubricant, such as Mopar Lock Cylinder Lubri-
cant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the wind -
shield 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 petro -
leum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending 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 conditions are present, clean the
wiper blades or replace as necessary.
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Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions) ............. 92
Warnings And Cautions .......................................................... 12
Warranty Information ............................................................ 332
Washers, Windshield ....................................................... 50, 246
Washing Vehicle ..................................................................... 291
Water Driving Through ................................................................. 197
Wheel And Wheel Tire Care ................................................. 285
Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim ................................................. 285
Wind Buffeting .......................................................................... 63
Window Fogging ...................................................................... 58 Windows ....................................................................................60
Power ......................................................................................60
Windshield Defroster .............................................................154
Windshield Washers .................................................................50 Fluid ...................................................................................... 246
Windshield Wiper Blades ......................................................252
Windshield Wipers ...........................................................50, 246
Wipers Blade Replacement ....................................................252
Wrecker Towing ......................................................................238
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