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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in
the ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
WARNING!
Be sure to turn off the engine if you want to rest or
sleep in your car. Accidents can be caused by inad-
vertently moving the gear selection lever or by
pressing the accelerator pedal. This may cause exces-
sive heat in the exhaust system, resulting in over-
heating and vehicle fire which may cause serious or
fatal injuries.
Automatic Transaxle
The gear selector must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE:You must press the brake pedal before shifting
out of Park.
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Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-
type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner.
Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window
equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter
window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use
scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch
the elements. When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray
cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do not
spray cleaner directly on the mirror.
Instrument Panel Cover
The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which
minimizes reflections in the windshield. Do not use
protectants or other products which may cause undesir-
able reflections. Use soap and warm water to restore the
low glare surface.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft tissue.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the car to
wash them.
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
17 10 Amp
RedIOD Feed Mod-Wcm
18 40 Amp
GreenASD Relay Contact
PWR Feed
19 20 Amp
YellowPWR Amp 1 & Amp
2 Feed
20 15 Amp
Lt. BlueIOD Feed Radio
21 10 Amp
RedIOD Feed Intrus
Mod/Siren
22 10 Amp
RedIGN RUN Heat/AC/
Compass Sensor
23 15 Amp
Lt. BlueENG ASD Relay Feed
3
24 15 Amp
Lt. BluePower Sunroof FeedCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
25 10 Amp
RedHeated Mirror
26 15 Amp
Lt. BlueENG ASD Relay Feed
2
27 10 Amp
RedIGN RUN Only ORC
Feed
28 10 Amp
RedIGN RUN ORC/OCM
Feed
29 Hot Car (No Fuse Re-
quired)
30 20 Amp
YellowHeated Seats
31 10 Amp
RedHeadlamp Washer
Relay Control
32 30 Amp
PinkENG ASD Control
Feed 1
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Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)........... 334
Corrosion Protection..................... 345
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 326
CruiseLight ........................... 171
CupHolder ............................ 152
Customer Assistance..................... 384
Data Recorder, Event...................... 62
Dealer Service.......................... 320
Defroster, Rear Window................... 159
Defroster, Windshield................... 74,222
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 127
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 317
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 122
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 336
Engine Oil........................... 324
Door Locks............................. 18
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 20Door Opener, Garage..................... 132
Downshifting.......................... 242
DriveBelts ............................ 324
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt.................... 111
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 308
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 81
Electrical Power Outlets................... 149
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 129
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 142
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 176
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 301
Jump Starting......................... 305
Towing ............................. 310
Emission Control System Maintenance......318,366
Engine............................... 316
Break-In Recommendations................ 72
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Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™).............. 83
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 298
Head Restraints......................... 112
Headlights............................ 355
Cleaning............................ 348
High Beam........................122,167
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 122
Passing............................. 123
Replacing............................ 355
Switch .............................. 119
Heated Seats........................... 113
Hitches
TrailerTowing ........................ 287
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 132
Hood Release.......................... 123
Hoses................................ 338
Ignition............................... 12
Key ................................. 12Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................. 14,31
Infant Restraint.......................... 64
Information Center, Vehicle................. 176
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 79
Instrument Cluster....................... 166
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 164
Instrument Panel Cover................... 349
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 349
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 350
Interior Appearance Care.................. 347
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 127
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 301
Jack Operation.......................301,302
Jacking Instructions...................... 302
Jump Starting.......................... 305
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Seat Belt Reminder..................... 168
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 32
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).............. 170
Traction Control....................... 142
Turn Signal.................. 119,122,167,358
Voltage............................. 166
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 166
Loading Vehicle......................... 284
Tires ............................... 255
Locks
Child Protection........................ 23
Door................................ 18
Power Door........................... 19
Steering Wheel......................... 17
Lubrication, Body....................... 331
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 159
Lumbar Support........................ 110
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 327Maintenance, General..................... 320
Maintenance Procedures................... 320
Maintenance Schedule.................... 366
Schedule “A”......................... 378
Schedule “B”......................... 369
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 174,318
Manual, Service......................... 388
Manual Transaxle..................233,241,343
Downshifting......................... 242
Fluid Level Check...................343,344
Frequency of Fluid Change............343,344
Lubricant Selection..................343,344
Map/Reading Lights..................... 118
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 340
Mirrors ................................ 79
Electric Powered....................... 81
Outside.............................. 80
Rearview............................. 79
Vanity ............................... 82
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Personal Settings........................ 180
Pets.................................. 72
Phone, Cellular.......................... 83
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™)............. 83
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 255
Power
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 350
Door Locks........................... 19
Mirrors .............................. 81
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 149
Steering..........................250,330
Steering, Checking..................... 330
Sunroof............................. 146
Transfer Unit......................... 344
Windows............................. 34
Power Steering Fluid..................... 364
Power Transfer Unit...................... 344
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 47
Preparation for Jacking.................... 302Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 46
Programmable Electronic Features......133,137,180
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry)............... 27,133,137
Radial Ply Tires......................... 263
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 185
Radio, Navigation....................... 209
Radio Operation...................187,195,220
Radio, Satellite.......................210,214
Radio (Sound Systems).................187,195
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 344
Rear Drive Assembly..................... 344
Rear Liftgate (Sedan)...................... 32
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 115
Rear Window Defroster................... 159
Rear Window Features.................... 157
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 157
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Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 29
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 132
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 27
Transporting Pets........................ 72
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 266
Trip Odometer.......................... 173
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 171
Turn Signals......................122,167,358
UConnect™ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 83
Understanding Your Instrument Panel......... 164
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 389
Universal Transmitter..................... 132
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 277
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 338
VanityMirrors ........................... 82Variance, Compass....................... 183
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading......................256,284
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage......................... 354
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 30
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)............. 166
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 387
Washer, Adding Fluid..................127,158
Washers, Windshield..................... 125
Washing Vehicle......................... 345
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 268
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 347
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 347
WindBuffeting ......................... 149
Window Fogging........................ 227
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