366SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Life Of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying
factors including, but not limited to:
Driving style.
Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pres -
sures can cause uneven wear patterns to
develop across the tire tread. These abnormal
wear patterns will reduce tread life, resulting in
the need for earlier tire replacement.
Distance driven.
Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V
or higher, and Summer tires typically have a
reduced tread life. Rotation of these tires per
the vehicle scheduled maintenance is highly
recommended.
NOTE:Wheel valve stem must be replaced as well when
installing new tires due to wear and tear in existing
tires. 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 manufacturer strongly
recommends that you use tires equivalent to the
originals in size, quality and performance when
replacement is needed Ú
page 365. 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 Ú page 357.
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!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after
six years, regardless of the remaining tread.
Failure to follow this warning can result in
sudden tire failure. You could lose control and
have a collision resulting in serious injury or
death.
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 performance characteristics,
resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpre -
dictable 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 over -
loading and failure. You could lose control and
have a collision.
Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in
sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
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Battery Saver Feature
...................................... 66Belts, Seat..................................................... 292Blind Spot Monitoring.................................... 240Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 337B-Pillar Location............................................. 360Brake Assist System...................................... 235Brake Control System, Electronic.................. 235Brake Fluid.................................................... 383Brake System...................................... 344, 377Anti-Lock (ABS).......................................... 377Fluid Check..................................... 345, 383Master Cylinder......................................... 345Parking...................................................... 137Warning Light............................................ 123Brake/Transmission Interlock....................... 141Brightness, Interior Lights................................ 67Bulb Replacement............................... 354, 355Bulbs, Light................................. 293, 354, 355
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Camera.......................................................... 171Camera, Rear...................................... 171, 172Capacities, Fluid............................................ 381Caps, Filler Fuel........................................................... 175Oil (Engine)................................................ 331Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...................... 343Car Washes................................................... 374Carbon Monoxide Warning............................ 294
CargoVehicle Loading........................................ 101Cargo Area Cover.......................................... 101Cargo CompartmentLuggage Carrier........................................ 106Cargo Load Floor........................................... 101Cargo Tie-Downs........................................... 101Cellular Phone.............................................. 233Certification Label......................................... 176Chains, Tire................................................... 370Change Oil Indicator..................................... 114Changing A Flat Tire...................................... 298Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 357Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)......................... 131Checking Your Vehicle For Safety................. 291Checks, Safety.............................................. 291Child Restraint.............................................. 275Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 278Center Seat LATCH................................... 284Child Seat Installation..................... 286, 288How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt.... 285Infant And Child Restraints....................... 276Lower Anchors And Tethers ForChildren................................................ 279Older Children And Child Restraints......... 277
Seating Positions...................................... 279Using The Top Tether Anchorage.............. 289Cigar Lighter.....................................................92Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 378CleaningWheels...................................................... 369Climate Control................................................70Automatic....................................................70Manual........................................................76Rear......................................................74, 80Coat Hook........................................................87Cold Weather Operation................................ 135Compact Spare Tire...................................... 368Computer, Trip/Travel................................... 122Contract, Service........................................... 385Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 343Cooling System............................................. 342Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 343Coolant Level............................................ 344Cooling Capacity....................................... 381Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 344Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 342Inspection........................................ 342, 344Points To Remember................................ 344Pressure Cap............................................ 343Radiator Cap............................................. 343Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)......................... 342, 381, 38211
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Flooded Engine Starting
................................ 135Fluid Capacities............................................. 381Fluid Leaks.................................................... 293Fluid Level Checks Brake........................................................ 345Engine Oil.................................................. 332Fluid, Brake................................................... 383Fog Lights................................................. 63, 66Fold In Floor (Stow ‘n Go) Seating.................... 42Fold-Flat Seats................................................. 32Forward Collision Warning............................. 244Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 323Front Position Light........................................ 355Fuel............................................................... 378Additives................................................... 380Clean Air.................................................... 378Ethanol...................................................... 379Filler Cap (Gas Cap)................................... 175Gasoline.................................................... 378Materials Added........................................ 380Methanol................................................... 379Octane Rating................................. 378, 382Requirements........................................... 378Specifications............................................ 382Tank Capacity............................................ 381Fuses............................................................. 346
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)..................... 60Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap).............................. 175Gasoline, (Fuel)............................................. 378Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 378Gasoline, Reformulated................................ 378Gear Ranges................................................. 141Glass Cleaning.............................................. 376Gross Axle Weight Rating.............................. 178Gross Vehicle Weight Rating......................... 177GVWR............................................................ 176
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HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
....................... 187Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 295Head Restraints............................................... 52Headlights....................................................... 63Cleaning................................................... 374High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.......... 63Lights On Reminder.............................. 63, 65Passing................................................. 63, 65Switch.......................................................... 63Time Delay................................................... 63Washers...................................................... 65Heated Mirrors.......................................... 57, 60Heated Seats................................................... 51
Heater, Engine Block..................................... 136Hill Start Assist.............................................. 238HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 179HomeLink (Garage Door Opener).....................60Hood Prop........................................................97Hood Release...................................................97Hook, Coat.......................................................87
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Ignition.............................................................17Switch..........................................................17Indicator LightsBlue.......................................................... 130Green........................................................ 129White........................................................ 130Yellow....................................................... 129Inside Rearview Mirror........................... 57, 295Instrument Cluster............................... 110, 112Display...................................................... 112Display Controls........................................ 113Menu Items.............................................. 116Instrument Cluster DisplayAudio........................................................ 117Driver Assist.............................................. 116Fuel Economy........................................... 117Messages................................................. 11711
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Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness)
............. 67Park........................................................... 129Passing................................................. 63, 65Reading....................................................... 66Seat Belt Reminder................................... 125Security Alarm........................................... 126Service...................................................... 354Service Automatic Emergency Braking...... 127Service AWD.............................................. 127Service LaneSense.................................... 127Service Stop Start System......................... 127Side Marker............................................... 355SmartBeams............................................... 64Stop Start Active........................................ 129Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............... 128Traction Control......................................... 238Turn Signals.................... 63, 129, 293, 355Load Floor, Cargo.......................................... 101Load Shed Battery Saver Mode..................... 121Load Shed Battery Saver On.......................... 121Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction............ 121Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor............ 121Loading Vehicle................................... 101, 176Tires.......................................................... 360Low Tire Pressure System............................. 247Lubrication, Body........................................... 337Lug Nuts........................................................ 377Luggage Carrier............................................. 106
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Maintenance.................................................... 96Maintenance Free Battery............................ 332Maintenance Schedule................................. 327Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)..................................... 127, 131Manual Park Release............................................ 321Service..................................................... 387Map/Reading Lights........................................ 66Marker Lights, Side....................................... 355Media Hub....................................................... 87Memory Feature (Memory Seats).................... 32Memory Seat..................................... 31, 32, 58Memory Seats And Radio................................. 32Methanol...................................................... 379Mini-Trip Computer....................................... 122Mirrors............................................................. 57Automatic Dimming..................................... 57Electric Remote........................................... 58Exterior Folding............................................ 60Heated.................................................. 57, 60Memory....................................................... 31Outside................................................. 57, 58Rearview.............................................57, 295Vanity.......................................................... 57Modifications/AlterationsVehicle......................................................... 10
Monitor, Tire Pressure System...................... 247Mopar Parts.................................................. 386MP3 Control.....................................................87Multi-Function Control Lever............................63
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New Vehicle Break-In Period......................... 136
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Occupant Restraints..................................... 250Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............. 378, 382Oil Change Indicator...................................... 114Reset........................................................ 114Oil Filter, Change........................................... 334Oil Filter, Selection........................................ 334Oil Pressure Light.......................................... 125Oil, Engine............................................ 333, 382Capacity.................................................... 381Checking................................................... 332Dipstick..................................................... 332Disposal.................................................... 334Filter................................................ 334, 382Filter Disposal........................................... 334Identification Logo.................................... 333Materials Added To................................... 334Pressure Warning Light............................. 125Recommendation............................ 333, 381Synthetic................................................... 334Viscosity.................................................... 381
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