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2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has been unlocked, be sure it is stowed
properly and locks into position.

Stowed Position

NOTE:Be sure to replace the cover by snapping it back in
place.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or
snow, it can often be moved using a rocking
motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to
clear the area around the front wheels. Push and
hold the lock button on the gear selector. Then,
shift back and forth between DRIVE (D) and
REVERSE (R) while gently pressing the accelerator.
NOTE:Shifts between DRIVE (D) and REVERSE (R)
can only be achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph
(8 km/h) or less. Whenever the transmission
remains in NEUTRAL (N) for more than two
seconds, you must press the brake pedal to
engage DRIVE (D) or REVERSE (R).
Use the least amount of accelerator pedal
pressure that will maintain the rocking motion
without spinning the wheels or racing the engine.
NOTE:Push the ESC OFF switch to place the Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system in “Partial OFF”
mode, before rocking the vehicle Ú page 191.
Once the vehicle has been freed, push the ESC OFF
switch again to restore ESC On mode.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces
generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and
tires. A tire could explode and injure someone.
Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than
30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30
seconds continuously without stopping when
you are stuck and do not let anyone near a
spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may
lead to transmission overheating and failure.
Allow the engine to idle with the transmission
in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every
five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize
overheating and reduce the risk of transmis -
sion failure during prolonged efforts to free a
stuck vehicle.
When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting
between DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or
drivetrain damage may result.
Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too
fast may lead to transmission overheating and
failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not
spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h)
while in gear (no transmission shifting occur -
ring).

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Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and
Replacement
Inspect engine air cleaner filter for dirt and/or
debris. If you find evidence of either dirt or debris,
change the engine air cleaner filter.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal

1. Release the spring clips from the engine air
cleaner filter cover.

Engine Air Cleaner Filter Cover

2. Lift the engine air cleaner filter cover to access the engine air cleaner filter.
3. Remove the engine air cleaner filter from the housing assembly.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Assembly

Engine Air Cleaner Filter Installation
NOTE:Inspect and clean the housing if dirt or debris is
present before replacing the engine air cleaner
filter.

1. Install the engine air cleaner filter into the housing assembly with the engine air cleaner
filter inspection surface facing downward.

2. Install the engine air cleaner filter cover onto the housing assembly locating tabs.
3. Latch the spring clips and lock the engine air cleaner filter cover to the housing assembly.
AIR CONDITIONER MAINTENANCE
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized
dealer at the start of each warm season. This
service should include cleaning of the condenser
fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension
should also be checked at this time.
1 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter Cover
2 — Spring Clips
1 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter Cover
2 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter
WARNING!
Use only refrigerants and compressor lubri -
cants approved by the manufacturer for your
air conditioning system. Some unapproved
refrigerants are flammable and can explode,
injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or
lubricants can cause the system to fail,
requiring costly repairs. Refer to Warranty
Information Book, for further warranty infor -
mation.
The air conditioning system contains refrig -
erant under high pressure. To avoid risk of
personal injury or damage to the system,
adding refrigerant or any repair requiring lines
to be disconnected should be done by an
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When inspecting accessory drive belts, small
cracks that run across the ribbed surface of the
belt from rib to rib, are considered normal. This is
not a reason to replace belt. However, cracks
running along a rib (not across) are not normal.
Any belt with cracks running along a rib must be
replaced. Also have the belt replaced if it has
excessive wear, frayed cords or severe glazing.

Accessory Belt (Serpentine Belt)

Conditions that would require replacement:
Rib chunking (one or more ribs has separated
from belt body)
Rib or belt wear

Longitudinal belt cracking (cracks between two ribs)

Belt slips
“Groove jumping" (belt does not maintain
correct position on pulley)
Belt broken (note: identify and correct problem
before new belt is installed)
Noise (objectionable squeal, squeak, or rumble
is heard or felt while drive belt is in operation)
Some conditions can be caused by a faulty
component such as a belt pulley. Belt pulleys
should be carefully inspected for damage and
proper alignment.
Belt replacement on some models requires the
use of special tools. We recommend having your
vehicle serviced at an authorized dealer.
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. Use
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 Autumn and Spring.
Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant,
such as Mopar® Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly
into the lock cylinder.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield 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 petroleum products such as engine
oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending
on geographical area and frequency of use. If chat
-
tering, marks, water lines or wet spots are present,
clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary.

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The wiper blades and wiper arms should be
inspected periodically, not just when wiper
performance problems are experienced. This
inspection should include the following points:
Wear or uneven edges
Foreign material
Hardening or cracking
Deformation or fatigue
If a wiper blade or wiper arm is damaged, replace
the affected wiper arm or blade with a new unit. Do
not attempt to repair a wiper arm or blade that is
damaged.
Front Wiper Blade Removal/Installation

1. Lift the wiper arm to raise the wiper blade off of the glass, until the wiper arm is in the full
up position.

Wiper Blade With Release Tab In Locked Position
2. To disengage the wiper blade from the wiper
arm, flip up the release tab on the wiper blade
and while holding the wiper arm with one
hand, slide the wiper blade down towards the
base of the wiper arm.

Wiper Blade With Release Tab In Unlocked Position

CAUTION!
Do not allow the wiper arm to spring back
against the glass without the wiper blade in
place or the glass may be damaged.
1 — Wiper
2 — Release Tab
3 — Wiper Arm
1 — Wiper Blade
2 — Release Tab
3 — Wiper Arm
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3. With the wiper blade disengaged, remove the wiper blade from the wiper arm by holding the
wiper arm with one hand and separating the
wiper blade from the wiper arm with the other
hand (move the wiper blade toward the right
side of the vehicle to separate the wiper blade
from the wiper arm).

Wiper Blade Removed From Wiper Arm

4. Gently lower the wiper arm onto the glass. Installing The Front Wipers

1. Lift the wiper arm off of the glass, until the
wiper arm is in the full up position.

2. Position the wiper blade near the hook on the tip of the wiper arm with the wiper release tab
open and the blade side of the wiper facing up
and away from the windshield.
3. Insert the hook on the tip of the arm through the opening in the wiper blade under the
release tab.
4. Slide the wiper blade up into the hook on the wiper arm and rotate the wiper blade until it is
flush against the wiper arm. Fold down the
latch release tab and snap it into its locked
position. Latch engagement will be
accompanied by an audible click.
5. Gently lower the wiper blade onto the glass.
Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation

1. Lift the rear wiper arm pivot cap away from the glass to allow the rear wiper blade to be
raised off of the glass.

NOTE:The rear wiper arm cannot be fully raised off the
glass unless the wiper arm pivot cap is unsnapped
first. Attempting to fully raise the rear wiper arm
without unsnapping the wiper arm pivot cap may
damage the vehicle.

Wiper Pivot Cap In Unlocked Position

1 — Wiper Blade
2 — Release Tab
3 — Wiper Arm
1 — Wiper Arm Pivot Cap
2 — Wiper Arm

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F12 40 Amp Green –CBC #3/Power Locks
F13 40 Amp Green –Blower Motor Front
F14 40 Amp Green –Body Controller #4/Exterior Light
F15 40 Amp Green –Low Temperature Radiator (LTR) Engine Cooling Pump*
F16 ––Spare
F17 30 Amp Pink –Headlamp Washers*
F18 ––Spare
F19 20 Amp Blue –Headrest Solenoid*
F20 30 Amp Pink –Passenger Door Module
F21 ––Spare
F22 20 Amp Blue –Engine Control Module/Power Control Module*
F23 30 Amp Pink –CBC #1/Interior Light
F24 30 Amp Pink –Driver Door Module
F25 30 Amp Pink –Front Wipers
F26 30 Amp Pink –ESP/ECU Valves
F27 ––Spare
F28 20 Amp Blue –Trailer Tow Backup Lights*
F29 20 Amp Blue –Trailer Tow Parking Lights*
F30 30 Amp Pink –Trailer Tow (Receptacle) / Trailer Tow (Separate E-Brake) / Trailer Tow (BUX)*
F31 ––Spare
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
* If Equipped

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F32 30 Amp Pink –Drive Train Control Module
F33 ––Spare
F34 30 Amp Pink –ELSD*
F35 30 Amp Pink –Sunroof*
F36 30 Amp Pink –Electronic BackLight (EBL)
F37 25 Amp Clear –HVAC Rear Blower Motor*
F38 30 Amp Pink –Power Inverter
F39 30 Amp Pink –Power Liftgate
F40 –10 Amp Red Daytime Running Lights/Headlamp Leveling*
F41 ––Spare
F42 –20 Amp Yellow Horn
F43 ––Spare
F44 –10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port
F45 –5 Amp Tan Cyber Security MOD
F46 ––Spare
F47 ––Spare
F48 ––Spare
F49 –10 Amp Red Integrated Central Stack/Climate Control
F50 –20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module*/Slip Differential*
F51 –15 Amp Blue KIN/RF HUB/Steering Column Lock *
CavityCartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
* If Equipped
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Bulb Replacement
NOTE:Lens fogging can occur under certain atmospheric
conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric
conditions change to allow the condensation to
change back into a vapor. Turning the lamps on will
usually accelerate the clearing process.
FRONT TURN SIGNAL
See below steps to replace:

1. Open the hood.

2. Rotate the turn signal bulb a quarter turn
counterclockwise to remove from housing.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb.
FRONT FOG LAMPS
The front fog lamps are LEDs. See an authorized
dealer for service.
REAR TAIL, STOP AND TURN SIGNAL LAMPS
The rear tail, stop, and turn signal lamps are LED.
See an authorized dealer for replacement.
REAR LIFTGATE MOUNTED BACK-UP LAMPS
See below steps to replace:

1. Raise the liftgate.

2. Use a fiber stick or flat blade screw driver to pry the lower trim from the liftgate.
3. Back-up lamps are now visible. Rotate socket(s) counterclockwise.
4. Remove/replace bulb(s).
5. Reinstall the socket(s).
6. Reverse process to reinstall the liftgate trim.
Front Fog Lamps
LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer)
Rear Tail Lamps/Side Marker Lamps LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer)
Rear Stop/Turn Signal Lamps LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer)
Rear Liftgate Tail Lamps LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer)
Rear Backup Lamps 921 (W16W)
Rear License Lamps LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer)
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED (Serviced at an authorized dealer)
Exterior Bulbs
Bulb Name Bulb Number
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers.
Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface,
clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.

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