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filter. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the
direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the
vehicle (text and arrows on the filter indicate this).
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for
proper maintenance intervals.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease such as
MOPARSpray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera-
tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the
application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should
be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing otherunderhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
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Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers
The windshield washer 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 water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. 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.The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 l) of washer
fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” appears in
the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).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.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
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Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 315
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 75
Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 141
Bulb Replacement.....................432,433
Bulbs, Light..........................78,432
Calibration, Compass..................... 227
Capacities, Fluid........................ 438
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 371
Oil (Engine).......................... 401
Power Steering........................ 326
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 414
Car Washes............................ 420
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............76,370
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 373
Cellular Phone........................88,293
Certification Label....................... 373
Chains, Tire............................ 353Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 340
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 397
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 76
Checks, Safety........................... 76
Child Restraint..................66,67,68,70,72
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............69,70
Child Safety Locks........................ 33
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 367
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 421
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 407
Climate Control......................... 293
Clock.....................235,237,252,256,265
Coin Holder........................... 194
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 292
Compass.............................. 226
Compass Calibration..................... 227
Compass Variance....................... 227
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Latches................................ 78
Hood............................... 132
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 367
Leaks, Fluid............................ 78
Life of Tires............................ 351
Light Bulbs..........................78,432
Lights..............................78,134
Airbag........................59,63,77,207
Anti-Lock.........................206,331
Automatic Headlights................... 135
Brake Assist Warning................... 337
Brake Warning.....................207,329
Bulb Replacement...................432,433
Courtesy/Reading...................140,180
Cruise.............................. 205
Daytime Running...................... 137
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............138,139
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 337
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 211Engine Temperature Warning.............. 206
Exterior.............................. 78
Fog .............................138,205
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 378
Headlight Switch...................... 134
Headlights........................134,433
Headlights On Reminder................. 137
Headlights On With Wipers............135,143
High Beam........................139,210
High Beam Indicator.................... 210
Illuminated Entry....................... 20
Instrument Cluster..................134,205
Intensity Control....................... 141
Interior..........................140,180
License............................. 437
Lights On Reminder.................... 137
Low Fuel............................ 205
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 213
Map Reading......................140,180
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Wind Buffeting.......................39,189
Window Airbag (Side Curtain).............53,59
Window Fogging........................ 300
Windows.............................. 35
Power............................... 35
Windshield Defroster...................78,298
Windshield Washers................142,143,408
Fluid............................... 408Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 407
Windshield Wipers....................... 142
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 407
Wiper, Delay........................... 142
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 142
Wipers, Rain Sensitive.................... 144
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