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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ........................ 213
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED...... 213
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING.......................... 216 Preparations For Jacking .............................. 216Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage .............. 217
Jacking Instructions ...................................... 218
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ..................... 221
Tire Service Kit Storage ................................ 221
Tire Service Kit Components And Operation ....221
Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions .............. 221
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .............. 223
JUMP STARTING .................................................. 225
Preparations For Jump Start......................... 226Jump Starting Procedure .............................. 226
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY .............................. 227
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................... 228
MANUAL PARK RELEASE–8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION.................................................... 229 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............................... 231
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ......................... 232 All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models ...................... 233Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Models ................ 233
Without The Key Fob ..................................... 233
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .................................................................. 233
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ........................ 233
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................... 234
3.6L And 5.7L Engines ................................. 234
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................... 238
3.6L Engine .................................................. 238
5.7L Engine .................................................. 239
Checking Oil Level ......................................... 240
Adding Washer Fluid ..................................... 240
Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 241Pressure Washing ......................................... 241 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..................................... 241
Engine Oil....................................................... 242Engine Oil Filter ............................................. 242Engine Air Cleaner Filter .............................. 243
Air Conditioner Maintenance ....................... 243
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ................... 244Body Lubrication ........................................... 245
Windshield Wiper Blades.............................. 245
Exhaust System ............................................. 247Cooling System ............................................. 248Brake System ............................................... 251Automatic Transmission ............................... 251
Rear Axle........................................................ 252
Fuses.............................................................. 252
Bulb Replacement ........................................ 261
TIRES ..................................................................... 264
Tire Safety Information ................................ 264Tires — General Information ........................ 273Tire Types....................................................... 276Spare Tires — If Equipped............................. 277Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 279Snow Traction Devices ................................. 280
Tire Rotation Recommendations ................. 281
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING
3.6L AND 5.7L ENGINES
These vehicles are 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 indicator message will illuminate. This
means that service is required for your vehicle.
Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips,
trailer tow, and extremely hot or cold ambient
temperatures will influence when the “Change Oil”
or “Oil Change Required” message is displayed.
Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible,
within the next 500 miles (805 km).
The “Oil Change Required” message will be
displayed in the instrument cluster and a single
chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is
necessary. An 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 an authorized dealer, the
message can be reset by referring to “Instrument
Cluster Display” Ú
page 69.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km),
12 months or 350 hours of engine run time,
whichever comes first. The 350 hours of engine
run or idle time is generally only a concern for fleet
customers.
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 irreg -
ular wear, even if it occurs before your next
scheduled service.
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir,
brake master cylinder, and power steering (if
equipped) and fill as needed.
Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Maintenance Plan — 3.6L And 5.7L
Required Maintenance Intervals:
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the
following page for the required maintenance
intervals. More frequent maintenance may be
needed in severe conditions, such as dusty areas
and very short trip driving. In some extreme
conditions, additional maintenance not specified
in the maintenance schedule may be required.
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At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
Change oil and filter.
Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect engine air cleaner filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions, replace engine air cleaner filter if necessary.
Inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary, replacement may be more frequent if vehicle is operated in extreme dusty conditions.
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV/Universal joints. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if
necessary. X X X
XX X X
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Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive
50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a
rapid loss of inflation pressure. This rapid loss of
inflation is referred to as the Run Flat mode. A Run
Flat mode occurs when the tire inflation pressure is
of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a Run Flat tire
reaches the Run Flat mode it has limited driving
capabilities and needs to be replaced immediately.
A Run Flat tire is not repairable. When a Run Flat
tire is changed after driving with underinflated tire
condition, please replace the TPMS sensor as it is
not designed to be reused when driven under Run
Flat mode 14 psi (96 kPa) condition.
NOTE:TPMS Sensor must be replaced after driving the
vehicle on a flat tire condition.
It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at
full capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the
Run Flat mode.
See the Tire Pressure Monitoring System section
for more information.
Tire Spinning
When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions,
do not spin your vehicle's wheels above 30 mph
(48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds
continuously without stopping.
For further information Úpage 231.
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment
tires to help you in determining when your tires
should be replaced.
Tire Tread
These indicators are molded into the bottom of the
tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the
tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm).
When the tread is worn to the tread wear
indicators, the tire should be replaced.
For further information Ú
page 276.
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.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces
generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause tire damage or failure. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your
vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h)
for more than 30 seconds continuously when
you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a
spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
1 — Worn Tire
2 — New Tire
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.
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............................ 213Headlight Switch......................................... 44Headlights............................................ 44, 46Headlights On With Wipers.......................... 46High Beam.................................................. 45High Beam Indicator.................................... 82High Beam/Low Beam Select..................... 45Instrument Cluster...................................... 44Intensity Control.......................................... 49Interior........................................................ 47LaneSense Indicator............................ 81, 82License...................................................... 264Lights On Reminder..................................... 46Low Fuel...................................................... 79Low Washer Fluid Warning.......................... 79Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)......... 79Oil Temperature Warning............................ 77Park...................................................... 46, 81Passing........................................................ 46Reading....................................................... 48Seat Belt Reminder..................................... 78Security Alarm............................................. 78Service...................................................... 261Service Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Warning......................................... 80
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW).... 80Service LaneSense Warning........................ 79Traction Control........................................ 172Transmission Temperature Warning............ 78Trunk Open Warning.................................... 78Turn Signals.........................45, 47, 81, 211Vanity Mirror................................................ 38Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions..................................... 77, 81Load Shed Battery Saver On............................ 74Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction.............. 74Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor............... 74Loading Vehicle................................... 114, 115Capacities................................................. 115Tires......................................................... 270LocksAuto Unlock................................................. 25Automatic Door............................................ 26Child Protection........................................... 26Power Door.................................................. 23Low Tire Pressure System............................. 179Lubrication, Body.......................................... 245Lug Nuts/Bolts.............................................. 286
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Maintenance....................................................64Maintenance Free Battery............................ 241Maintenance Schedule................................. 234
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine)...79, 83
ManualService...................................................... 295Media Hub.......................................................59Media Mode.................................................. 150Memory Seat....................................................29Memory Settings..............................................29Methanol....................................................... 288Mirrors.............................................................38Electric Powered..........................................39Electric Remote...........................................39Heated.........................................................40Outside........................................................39Rearview............................................ 38, 213Vanity...........................................................38Modifications/AlterationsVehicle........................................................... 9Monitor, Tire Pressure System...................... 179Mopar Parts.................................................. 295MP3 Control.....................................................59Multi-Function Control Lever............................45
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