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SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION ...3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...9 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...93 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...195 STARTING AND OPERATING ...295 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...387 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...411 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...459 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...475 INDEX ...485 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION ...3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...9 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...93 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...195 STARTING AND OPERATING ...295 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...387 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...411 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...459 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...475 INDEX ...485 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
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If Equipped The A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen from outside the vehicle and recirculated air within the passenger compartment. The filter acts on air coming from entering the cabin. Refer to "Maintenance Procedures" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for A/C Air Filter service information or see your authorized dealer for filter service intervals. Refer to "Maintenance Schedules" for service. 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL A/C Air Filter -
If Equipped The A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen from outside the vehicle and recirculated air within the passenger compartment. The filter acts on air coming from entering the cabin. Refer to "Maintenance Procedures" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for A/C Air Filter service information or see your authorized dealer for filter service intervals. Refer to "Maintenance Schedules" for service. 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL A/C Air Filter -
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The reasons for the proper maintenance intervals. The suggested rotation method is the "rearward cross" shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional tires that must not be corrected prior to rotation being performed. 352 STARTING AND OPERATING tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to the "Maintenance Schedule" for any rapid or unusual wear should be reversed. Tire Rotation Refer to a smooth, quiet ride.
The reasons for the proper maintenance intervals. The suggested rotation method is the "rearward cross" shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional tires that must not be corrected prior to rotation being performed. 352 STARTING AND OPERATING tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to the "Maintenance Schedule" for any rapid or unusual wear should be reversed. Tire Rotation Refer to a smooth, quiet ride.
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... at the heavier loads. The engine, axle or other parts of occupants and cargo for further information. Refer to "Maintenance Schedule" for your vehicle. Towing Requirements To promote proper break-in the Maintenance Schedule. Perform the maintenance listed in of the total load on your vehicle. 378 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that a trailer is...
... at the heavier loads. The engine, axle or other parts of occupants and cargo for further information. Refer to "Maintenance Schedule" for your vehicle. Towing Requirements To promote proper break-in the Maintenance Schedule. Perform the maintenance listed in of the total load on your vehicle. 378 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that a trailer is...
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...-Pin Connector 1 2 3 4 - - - - STARTING AND OPERATING 383 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in first gear to the "Maintenance Schedule" for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. If Equipped The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be in an area away from heavy traffic...
...-Pin Connector 1 2 3 4 - - - - STARTING AND OPERATING 383 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in first gear to the "Maintenance Schedule" for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. If Equipped The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be in an area away from heavy traffic...
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... to properly maintain your vehicle or perform repairs and service when necessary could result in civil Besides those maintenance items specified in the future. maintenance schedule, there are other components or negatively impact vehicle performance. may void your NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions... against you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. Refer to these Service Manuals before MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle. services...
... to properly maintain your vehicle or perform repairs and service when necessary could result in civil Besides those maintenance items specified in the future. maintenance schedule, there are other components or negatively impact vehicle performance. may void your NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions... against you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. Refer to these Service Manuals before MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle. services...
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... oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in for scheduled maintenance. Do not overfill the engine. Also, be sure the oil fill cap is been certified by the American time to the "Maintenance Schedule" for all engines under all types of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Petroleum Institute...
... oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in for scheduled maintenance. Do not overfill the engine. Also, be sure the oil fill cap is been certified by the American time to the "Maintenance Schedule" for all engines under all types of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Petroleum Institute...
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...replacement. Use a filter of protection in serious personal injury. Only high quality filters should be Engine Air Cleaner Filter used to the "Maintenance Schedule" for advice on how and where used to do so can provide a measure of this manufacturer's engines have a full-flow type... All of engine backfire. MOPAR engine oil filters are high Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection quality oil filters and are maintenance intervals. MOPAR engine air Refer to assure most efficient service. Failure to assure most efficient service. The quality of replacement...
...replacement. Use a filter of protection in serious personal injury. Only high quality filters should be Engine Air Cleaner Filter used to the "Maintenance Schedule" for advice on how and where used to do so can provide a measure of this manufacturer's engines have a full-flow type... All of engine backfire. MOPAR engine oil filters are high Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection quality oil filters and are maintenance intervals. MOPAR engine air Refer to assure most efficient service. Failure to assure most efficient service. The quality of replacement...
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...the entire system for brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection at any accumulation of the A/C condenser for the proper maintenance intervals. If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is hot. Never try to open the hood until the radiator has had time to remove all ...Cooling System WARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the "Maintenance Schedule" for any time the ignition switch is dirty or rusty in the ON position. • You or others can start at the bottle ...
...the entire system for brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection at any accumulation of the A/C condenser for the proper maintenance intervals. If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is hot. Never try to open the hood until the radiator has had time to remove all ...Cooling System WARNING! • When working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the "Maintenance Schedule" for any time the ignition switch is dirty or rusty in the ON position. • You or others can start at the bottle ...
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...described on . Driving with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean. • Do not change the thermostat for the proper maintenance intervals. You would not have your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in the master cylinder should be expected to brake...Fluid level can lead to fall as the brake pads wear. WARNING! If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the "Maintenance Schedule" for Summer or Winter operation. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 • Keep the front of the master cylinder area before removing the cap. If ...
...described on . Driving with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean. • Do not change the thermostat for the proper maintenance intervals. You would not have your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in the master cylinder should be expected to brake...Fluid level can lead to fall as the brake pads wear. WARNING! If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the "Maintenance Schedule" for Summer or Winter operation. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 • Keep the front of the master cylinder area before removing the cap. If ...
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... using a special service dipstick. fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, have the fluid Frequency Of Fluid Change level checked immediately. maintenance intervals. Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission Protection Of Body And Paint From...the bottom of the fill hole and a corrosive to the metal in Vehicle body care requirements vary according to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper cant has become contaminated with water. NOTE: If contaminated with incorrect Under normal operating conditions, the fluid...
... using a special service dipstick. fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, have the fluid Frequency Of Fluid Change level checked immediately. maintenance intervals. Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission Protection Of Body And Paint From...the bottom of the fill hole and a corrosive to the metal in Vehicle body care requirements vary according to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper cant has become contaminated with water. NOTE: If contaminated with incorrect Under normal operating conditions, the fluid...
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... E85 fuel usage will illuminate. The oil change is necessary. M A I N T E N A N C E 460 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 C H E D U L E S On MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified to take your vehicle in for your vehicle. Inspection... displayed. This means that an oil change indicator system will sound, indicating that service is suspected. More frequent maintenance may indicator system. Operating conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip driving. On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles...
... E85 fuel usage will illuminate. The oil change is necessary. M A I N T E N A N C E 460 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 C H E D U L E S On MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified to take your vehicle in for your vehicle. Inspection... displayed. This means that an oil change indicator system will sound, indicating that service is suspected. More frequent maintenance may indicator system. Operating conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip driving. On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles...
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... the oil change indicator message after a • Under no circumstances should oil change . If a • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. scheduled oil change indicator message is NOT illuminated. Change your vehicle's oil if it has been six months since the last oil change. accuracy of time... change intervals fully warmed engine is shut off -road for an extended period of the oil level reading. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 461 M NOTE: • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since your last oil change, even if the oil change is ...
... the oil change indicator message after a • Under no circumstances should oil change . If a • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. scheduled oil change indicator message is NOT illuminated. Change your vehicle's oil if it has been six months since the last oil change. accuracy of time... change intervals fully warmed engine is shut off -road for an extended period of the oil level reading. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 461 M NOTE: • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since your last oil change, even if the oil change is ...
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... add as required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. M A I N T E N A N C E 462 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once A Month At Each Oil Change • Check the tire pressure and look for correct D operation. as...
... add as required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. M A I N T E N A N C E 462 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once A Month At Each Oil Change • Check the tire pressure and look for correct D operation. as...
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... brake linings, replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 463 M 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of... irregular wear, even if it occurs before 8,000 miles (13 000 km). 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at 16,000 miles (26 000 km) ...
... brake linings, replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 463 M 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of... irregular wear, even if it occurs before 8,000 miles (13 000 km). 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at 16,000 miles (26 000 km) ...
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... H E D U L E S 24,000 miles (39 000 km). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs..., tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; M 464 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or N T 18 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter.
... H E D U L E S 24,000 miles (39 000 km). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs..., tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; M 464 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or N T 18 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 465 M 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs ...before 40,000 miles (65 000 km). 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it...
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 465 M 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs ...before 40,000 miles (65 000 km). 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it...
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...wear, even if it occurs before E 56,000 miles (91 000 km). 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of the following...L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code M 466 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or N T 42 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter.
...wear, even if it occurs before E 56,000 miles (91 000 km). 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of the following...L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code M 466 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or N T 42 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter.
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...vehicle for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 467 M 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first...miles (117 000 km). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at 60 months or 104,000 miles (169 000...
...vehicle for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 467 M 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first...miles (117 000 km). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at 60 months or 104,000 miles (169 000...
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N ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of C irregular wear, even if it occurs before E 88,000 miles (143 000 km). M 468 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or N T 66 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code
N ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of C irregular wear, even if it occurs before E 88,000 miles (143 000 km). M 468 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or N T 66 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code