SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE263
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
the range 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
markings on the dipstick.
Adding 1 qt (1 L) 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
Windshield Washer Fluid Cap
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 washer fluid.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some
washer fluid, apply it to a cloth or towel, and wipe clean the
wiper blades; this will help blade performance.
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, and periodic
maintenance is not required.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your
engine.
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
Úpage 251.
Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame
or sparks 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.
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Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the
addition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes)
to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and
its performance may be impaired by supplemental
additives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil
Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact an authorized dealer, service
station or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
ENGINE OIL FILTER
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at
every engine oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
A full-flow type disposable oil filter should be used for
replacement. The quality of replacement filters varies
considerably. Only high quality Mopar® certified filters
should be used. If Mopar® Engine Oil Filters are
unavailable only use filters that meet or exceed SAE/
USCAR-36 Filter Performance Requirements.
ENGINE AIR CLEANER FILTER
For the proper maintenance intervals Úpage 260.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement filters varies considerably. Only
high quality Mopar® certified filters should be used.
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT INSPECTION
When inspecting accessory drive belts, small cracks that
run across the ribbed surface of a belt from rib to rib, are
considered normal. These are 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)
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses,
etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to inspect an accessory drive belt
with vehicle running.
When working near the radiator cooling fan, discon -
nect the fan motor lead. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time regardless of
ignition mode. You could be injured by the moving
fan blades.
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you
have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent
mechanic.
WARNING!
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K
Key Fob ............................................................................12 Arm The System .........................................................19
Disarm The Alarm ...................................................... 19
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........................14
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .........13
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ............ 14
Keyless Enter 'n Go™ ...................................................... 21 Passive Entry .............................................................. 21
Keys .................................................................................12
Keysense .........................................................................98
LLane Change And Turn Signals ...................................... 54
Lane Change Assist .................................................54, 57
LaneSense.................................................................... 140
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................................................... 202
Latches ......................................................................... 235 Hood ...........................................................................82
Lead Free Gasoline ...................................................... 304
Leaks, Fluid .................................................................. 235
Life Of Tires .................................................................. 293
Liftgate .............................................................................83 Hands-Free .................................................................84
Power ..........................................................................83
Light Bulbs ........................................................... 235
, 282 Lights .............................................................................235
Air Bag ................................................... 102
, 209, 233
Anti Lock Brake System ..........................................105
Automatic Emergency Braking OFF ........................ 107 Battery Saver ............................................................. 57
Brake Assist Warning .............................................. 190Brake Warning ......................................................... 103
Bulb Replacement...................................................282
Cruise ............................................................. 107
, 108
Daytime Running ....................................................... 54
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ........................................ 54
Electric Power Steering Fault..................................103
Electronic Park Brake.............................................. 105 Electronic Stability Control Active...........................105
Electronic Throttle Control ...................................... 104Engine Temperature Warning................................. 104
Exterior ........................................................... 235
, 282
Fog.....................................................................57, 108
Headlights ........................................................... 54, 56
High Beam ............................................................... 109
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................................. 54
Hood Open ............................................................... 104
Instrument Cluster .................................................... 54
Intensity Control ........................................................ 58
Interior........................................................................ 58
KeySense ................................................................. 108
LaneSense ..................................................... 105
, 108 Liftgate Open ........................................................... 104
Lights On Reminder ........................................... 54
, 57
Low Fuel................................................................... 105
Low Washer Fluid .................................................... 106
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ................... 106 Oil Pressure ............................................................. 104
Oil Temperature ...................................................... 104
Park .......................................................................... 108
Passing ............................................................... 54
, 56
Reading...................................................................... 58
Seat Belt Reminder ................................................. 104 Security Alarm ......................................................... 105
Service ..................................................................... 282Service Automatic Emergency Braking.................. 106
Service AWD ............................................................ 106
Service LaneSense ................................................. 106Service Stop Start System ...................................... 106
Side Marker ............................................................. 282
SmartBeams.............................................................. 56
Stop Start Active...................................................... 108
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ........................... 106Traction Control ....................................................... 190Transmission Temperature .................................... 104
Turn Signals................................... 54
, 108, 235, 282
Load Floor, Cargo ........................................................... 86
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode................................... 101
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Seats .................................................................. 28, 40, 43
Adjustment ................................................... 28, 29, 40
Heated ........................................................................43
Memory....................................................................... 27
Power ...................................................................40
, 42
Rear Folding ............................................................... 28
Reclining .....................................................................29
Seatback Release ............................................... 28
, 29
Stow ‘n Go (Fold in Floor) ..........................................36
Tilting ...................................................................28
, 29
Security Alarm .............................................................. 105 Arm The System .........................................................19
Disarm The System....................................................19
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ................................ 306
Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................................................15
Service Assistance ....................................................... 308
Service Contract ........................................................... 310
Service Manuals........................................................... 311
Shifting Automatic Transmission......................................... 118
Shoulder Belts .............................................................. 202
Side View Mirror Adjustment ..........................................48
Signals, Turn........................................54
, 108, 235, 282
SmartBeams....................................................................56
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)........................................... 297
Snow Tires .................................................................... 294
Spare Tire Changing .................................................... 239
Spare Tire Stowage ...................................................... 245
Spare Tires .................................................240
, 295, 296
Specifications Oil ............................................................................. 306 Speed Control
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ...........................................127
Cancel ...................................................................... 124
Resume ....................................................................124
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....................................124
Starting ...................................................................16
, 111
Button......................................................................... 15
Cold Weather ...........................................................113
Engine Fails To Start ............................................... 114
Remote....................................................................... 16
Starting And Operating ................................................. 111
Starting Procedures ...................................................... 111
Steering ......................................................................... 121 Tilt Column ................................................................. 26
Wheel, Heated ........................................................... 26
Wheel, Tilt .................................................................. 26
Storage ............................................................................ 71
Storage, Vehicle .............................................................. 70
Stow ‘n Go (Fold In Floor) Seats .................................... 36
Stow ‘n Vac...................................................................... 86
Streaming ...................................................................... 177
Stuck, Freeing ............................................................... 255
Sun Roof ................................................................... 80
, 81
Sunglasses Storage ........................................................ 71
Supplemental Restraint System – Air Bag ..................210
Surround View Camera ................................................ 143
Sway Control, Trailer..................................................... 192
Symbol Glossary ............................................................... 8
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................................................... 264
System, Remote Starting ............................................... 16
TTelescoping Steering Column ........................................ 26
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ......................... 70
Tilt Steering Column ....................................................... 26 Time Delay Headlight ................................................................... 54
Tire And Loading Information Placard ........................ 288
Tire Markings ................................................................ 283
Tire Safety Information ................................................ 283
Tire Service Kit ............................................................. 245
Tire Service Kit — If Equipped
b
............................... 245
Tire Stowage ................................................................. 245
Tires ................................................... 234
, 291, 295, 298
Aging (Life Of Tires) ................................................. 293 Air Pressure ............................................................. 291
Chains ...................................................................... 297Changing.................................................................. 239
Compact Spare........................................................ 295General Information.......................................291
, 295
High Speed .............................................................. 292 Inflation Pressure .................................................... 291
Jacking ............................................................ 239
, 240
Life Of Tires ............................................................. 293
Load Capacity .......................................................... 288
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..... 99
, 106, 197
Quality Grading........................................................ 298 Radial ....................................................................... 292
Replacement ........................................................... 293
Rotation ................................................................... 298
Safety .............................................................. 283
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