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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 ...101 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...297 STARTING AND OPERATING ...359 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...469 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...493 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...551 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...559 INDEX ...569 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 ...101 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...297 STARTING AND OPERATING ...359 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...469 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...493 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...551 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...559 INDEX ...569 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
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... the tread wear indicators, the tire should be becomes 1/16 in determining when your tires should be replaced. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle maintenance schedule is highly recommended. 1 - Refer replaced. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to replacement tires in the original equipment tires grooves. Worn Tire...
... the tread wear indicators, the tire should be becomes 1/16 in determining when your tires should be replaced. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle maintenance schedule is highly recommended. 1 - Refer replaced. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to replacement tires in the original equipment tires grooves. Worn Tire...
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..., driving, The suggested operating speed of vehicles operate at shown in the following diagram. reversed. This rotation pattern does not apply to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper maintenance intervals. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS These effects can be unequal rates. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to a smooth...
..., driving, The suggested operating speed of vehicles operate at shown in the following diagram. reversed. This rotation pattern does not apply to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper maintenance intervals. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS These effects can be unequal rates. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to a smooth...
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...the future. CAUTION! (Continued) • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your engine, transmission, power steering or air conditioning. Immediately have potential malfunctions examined... the flushing procedure. Such damage is needed because of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance intervals. Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule, there are other components or negatively impact vehicle performance. If a flush is not covered...
...the future. CAUTION! (Continued) • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your engine, transmission, power steering or air conditioning. Immediately have potential malfunctions examined... the flushing procedure. Such damage is needed because of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance intervals. Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule, there are other components or negatively impact vehicle performance. If a flush is not covered...
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... is not covered by the American tion. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. CAUTION! This symbol means that are API Certified and meet the requirements of operating conditions, ... vehicle in for further informabeen certified by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Such damage is Identification Symbol time to the "Maintenance Schedule" for scheduled maintenance. whichever occurs first. 502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil The oil change...
... is not covered by the American tion. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. CAUTION! This symbol means that are API Certified and meet the requirements of operating conditions, ... vehicle in for further informabeen certified by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Such damage is Identification Symbol time to the "Maintenance Schedule" for scheduled maintenance. whichever occurs first. 502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil The oil change...
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... disposing of used to the engine oil. provide a measure of protection in The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can present a problem to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper indiscriminately discarded, can your vehicle. The quality of engine Engine Oil Filter backfire. environment. Engine oil is necessary at every engine oil...
... disposing of used to the engine oil. provide a measure of protection in The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can present a problem to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper indiscriminately discarded, can your vehicle. The quality of engine Engine Oil Filter backfire. environment. Engine oil is necessary at every engine oil...
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Remove the used filter. 5. Close the filter access cover. 7 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the maintenance intervals. vehicle (text and arrows on the filter will indicate this). MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 Filter Access Cover A/C Air Filter 3.
Remove the used filter. 5. Close the filter access cover. 7 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the maintenance intervals. vehicle (text and arrows on the filter will indicate this). MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 Filter Access Cover A/C Air Filter 3.
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CAUTION! • Mixing of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. If a non-OAT engine coolant (...coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for the proper maintenance intervals. Selection Of Coolant Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for further information. Drain, Flush, And Refill If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is different and should be mixed with Hybrid Organic ...
CAUTION! • Mixing of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. If a non-OAT engine coolant (...coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for the proper maintenance intervals. Selection Of Coolant Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for further information. Drain, Flush, And Refill If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is different and should be mixed with Hybrid Organic ...
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safely driven. In order to be added, the contents of maintenance intervals. If your vehicle is ever necessary, install ONLY expansion bottle must also be inspected periodically. If replacement is • Do not overfill the .... your engine which contains aluminum components. 7 equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper and distilled water for Summer or Winter freeze) needs to assure brake system performance, all brake • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration...
safely driven. In order to be added, the contents of maintenance intervals. If your vehicle is ever necessary, install ONLY expansion bottle must also be inspected periodically. If replacement is • Do not overfill the .... your engine which contains aluminum components. 7 equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper and distilled water for Summer or Winter freeze) needs to assure brake system performance, all brake • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration...
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...Fluid Level Check The fluid level is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Fluid And Filter Changes Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for any reason. 7 If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, visit your transmission components. Operating the vehicle with an...dealer can cause severe transmission damage. In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission is disassembled for the proper maintenance intervals. Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the transmission has no dipstick. Severe transmission damage may occur. Your ...
...Fluid Level Check The fluid level is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Fluid And Filter Changes Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for any reason. 7 If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, visit your transmission components. Operating the vehicle with an...dealer can cause severe transmission damage. In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission is disassembled for the proper maintenance intervals. Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the transmission has no dipstick. Severe transmission damage may occur. Your ...
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... Genuine Use this plug to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in required. The fluid level should be at the bottom of the rear housing. maintenance intervals. When the vehicle is located on the axle. To inspect the transfer the exterior surfaces of the Check the fluid level by removing the... maintain the proper level. Rear Axle Confirmed leaks should be case fluid level, remove the fill/inspection plug. Add fluid, if necessary, to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper front differential. If Equipped Fluid Changes The all wheel drive system consists of these compo-
... Genuine Use this plug to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in required. The fluid level should be at the bottom of the rear housing. maintenance intervals. When the vehicle is located on the axle. To inspect the transfer the exterior surfaces of the Check the fluid level by removing the... maintain the proper level. Rear Axle Confirmed leaks should be case fluid level, remove the fill/inspection plug. Add fluid, if necessary, to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper front differential. If Equipped Fluid Changes The all wheel drive system consists of these compo-
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...and moisture accumulation. • Stone and gravel impact. • Insects, tree sap and tar. • Salt in your vehicle. maintenance intervals. Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Change Axle Fluid Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care...or removal of paint and protective coatings from the corrosion Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper resistance built into your vehicle. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 The following maintenance recommendations will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody protection...
...and moisture accumulation. • Stone and gravel impact. • Insects, tree sap and tar. • Salt in your vehicle. maintenance intervals. Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Change Axle Fluid Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care...or removal of paint and protective coatings from the corrosion Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper resistance built into your vehicle. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 The following maintenance recommendations will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody protection...
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Have your vehicle. M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 552 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, "Oil Change Required" will be reset by someone other influence when the "Change Oil" or "...such as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, "Change Oil" will flash in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for scheduled maintenance. eter" in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change is displayed. remind you that an oil change...
Have your vehicle. M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 552 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, "Oil Change Required" will be reset by someone other influence when the "Change Oil" or "...such as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, "Change Oil" will flash in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for scheduled maintenance. eter" in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change is displayed. remind you that an oil change...
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... at the first sign of all interior and exterior lights Required Maintenance Intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter • Rotate the tires. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 553 M NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed... 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first. Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for unusual wear or damage • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, ...
... at the first sign of all interior and exterior lights Required Maintenance Intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter • Rotate the tires. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 553 M NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed... 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first. Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for unusual wear or damage • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, ...
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Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 240,000 X X 112,000 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 M 554 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I Maintenance Chart N T E Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) N A N Or Years: C E Or Kilometers: 100,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 14 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ...
Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 240,000 X X 112,000 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 M 554 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I Maintenance Chart N T E Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) N A N Or Years: C E Or Kilometers: 100,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 14 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ...
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... first) 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 100,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 150,000 110,000 8 Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Change the transfer case fluid; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 555 M 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 128,000 144,000 160,000...
... first) 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 100,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 150,000 110,000 8 Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Change the transfer case fluid; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 555 M 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 128,000 144,000 160,000...
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... if using your vehicle for any of the following : police, taxi, fleet, off -road, or frequent trailer towing (All Wheel Drive Only). X X X X 240,000 M 556 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) N T E N Or Years: A Or Kilometers: N C E 100,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 14 2 32,000 3 48,000 4 64...
... if using your vehicle for any of the following : police, taxi, fleet, off -road, or frequent trailer towing (All Wheel Drive Only). X X X X 240,000 M 556 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) N T E N Or Years: A Or Kilometers: N C E 100,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 14 2 32,000 3 48,000 4 64...
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... spark plug change the front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 557 M 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000...
... spark plug change the front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 557 M 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000...
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Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If N you N A have any doubt about your ability to perform a C service job, take your vehicle to a competent meE S C H E D U L E S chanic. • Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could cause an accident. 8 M 558 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I WARNING! This could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. N T E • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle.
Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If N you N A have any doubt about your ability to perform a C service job, take your vehicle to a competent meE S C H E D U L E S chanic. • Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could cause an accident. 8 M 558 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I WARNING! This could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. N T E • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle.
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... ...29 Automatic Door ...31 Auto Unlock ...31 Child Protection ...32 Door ...29 Power Door ...30 Low Tire Pressure System ...431 Lubrication, Body ...510 Maintenance Free Battery...505 Maintenance Procedures ...500 Maintenance Schedule ...552 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine)...305 Manual, Service ...566 Master Cylinder (Brakes) ...520 Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...190 Memory Seat ...190...
... ...29 Automatic Door ...31 Auto Unlock ...31 Child Protection ...32 Door ...29 Power Door ...30 Low Tire Pressure System ...431 Lubrication, Body ...510 Maintenance Free Battery...505 Maintenance Procedures ...500 Maintenance Schedule ...552 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine)...305 Manual, Service ...566 Master Cylinder (Brakes) ...520 Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...190 Memory Seat ...190...