234SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal
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
BODY AND UNDERBODY MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights
and fog lights 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,
solvents, steel wool or other aggressive material to
clean the lenses.
PRESERVING THE BODYWORK
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 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. Use precautions to not
scratch the paint.
Avoid using abrasive compounds and power
buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out
the paint finish.
Special Care
If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you
drive near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage
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.
If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or
similar cause that destroys the paint and protec -
tive coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon
as possible.
If you carry special cargo such as chemicals,
fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such
materials are well packaged and sealed.
If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads,
consider mud or stone shields behind each
wheel.
Use Mopar® Touch Up Paint on scratches as
soon as possible. An authorized dealer has
touch up paint to match the color of your
vehicle.
CAUTION!
Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning mate -
rials 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.
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Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
....................................... 76Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 171Head Restraints............................................... 19HeadlightsCleaning.................................................... 234Passing........................................................ 24Switch......................................................... 24Heated Mirrors................................................ 23Heated Seats................................................... 18Heater, Engine Block....................................... 53Hill Start Assist.............................................. 134HitchesTrailer Towing.............................................. 70Hood Prop........................................................ 36Hood Release.................................................. 36
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Ignition............................................................ 12Key....................................................... 10, 12Switch......................................................... 12Ignition Key Removal....................................... 12Immobilizer (Sentry Key).................................. 12Inside Rearview Mirror..................................... 22
Instrument Cluster.................................... 39, 40Descriptions................................................ 49Display......................................................... 40Display Controls........................................... 40Engine Oil Reset.......................................... 41Menu Items................................................. 42Instrument Panel............................................. 39Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning................... 235Interior And Instrument Lights......................... 25Interior Appearance Care.............................. 235Interior Lights................................................... 25iPod Control..................................................... 32iPod/USB/MP3 Control.................................... 32Bluetooth Streaming Audio.......................... 32
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Jack Location................................................ 171Jack Operation.............................................. 171Jacking And Tire Changing............................ 171Jump Starting............................................... 181
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Key FobProgramming Additional Key Fobs
............... 11Key Fob Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................................... 10
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry)..11
Keys.................................................................10Replacement...............................................11Sentry (Immobilizer).....................................12
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Lane Change Assist..........................................25Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 139Latches......................................................... 170Hood............................................................36Leaks, Fluid................................................... 170Life Of Tires................................................... 227Light Bulbs........................................... 170, 213Lights............................................................ 170Air Bag............................................... 44, 168Brake Assist Warning................................ 133Brake Warning.............................................45Bulb Replacement.................................... 213Cruise..........................................................50Daytime Running.........................................24Engine Temperature Warning......................46Exterior.............................................. 24, 170Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 171Headlights...................................................24Interior.........................................................25Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)..........48
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