battery CHRYSLER CONCORDE 2004 2.G Owner's Manual

If your OBD system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD system is
ready or not ready, if the MIL symbol is illuminated
during normal vehicle operation, you should have your
vehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M
station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on
with the engine running.REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine Moparparts for normal/scheduled
maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in-
sure the designed performance. Damage or failures
caused by the use of non-Moparparts for maintenance
and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer’s
warranty.
DEALER SERVICE
Your dealer has the qualified service personnel, special
tools and equipment to perform all service operations in
an expert manner. Service Manuals are available which
include detailed service information for your vehicle.
Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure
yourself.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 193
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Maintenance-Free Battery
The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma-
nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is
periodic maintenance required.
NOTE:The battery is stored in a compartment in front
of the tire in the right front fender and is accessible
through the engine compartment. The tire and wheel
need not be removed to access the battery.
To access the battery:
1. Turn the steering wheel fully to the right.
2. Remove the battery access panel from the inner fender
shield.
3. Remove the air cleaner.
4. Move the battery into the opening and lift it out.
WARNING!
Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to
contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean over a
battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in
eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water. Battery gas is flammable and
explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the
battery. Don’t use a booster battery or any other
booster source with an output greater than 12 volts.
Don’t allow cable clamps to touch each other.
WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories con-
tain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 203
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CAUTION!
It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to the
negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+)
and negative (-) and identified on the battery case.
Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts
and free of corrosion. Apply grease to posts and
clamps after tightening. If a “fast charger” is used
while the battery is in the vehicle, disconnect both
vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger
to battery. Do not use a “fast charger” to provide
starting voltage as battery damage can result.
Air Conditioner
Check the air conditioning system at the start of the
warm weather season.
NOTE:If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con-
denser for an accumulation of dirt or insects. Clean with
a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and
through the condenser as required. Fabric front fascia
protectors may reduce air flow to the condenser, reducing
air conditioning performance.
WARNING!
The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury
or damage to the system, adding refrigerant or any
repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be
done by an experienced repairman.
204 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Once a Month
•
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transaxle and add
as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
•Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
At Each Oil Change
•
Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints and front and rear suspension
components.
•Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
•Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on
Schedule “A” 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or every other
interval shown on Schedule “B” 6,000 miles (10 000
km).
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About Your Brakes...................... 157
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System............. 112
Accident Damage....................... 221
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 211
Adding Fuel.......................... 170
Air Cleaner, Engine..................... 202
Air Conditioning....................137,140
Air Conditioning Controls.............137,140
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 146
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 205
Air Conditioning System................. 204
Air Pressure, Tires...................159,161
Airbag................................ 33
Airbag Deployment....................37,38
Airbag Light....................37,41,49,111
Airbag Maintenance...................... 40
Alarm System.......................... 23
Alignment and Balance.................. 167
Antifreeze Disposal..................... 211
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 211
Anti-Lock Brake System.................. 157
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 112
Anti-Theft Security Alarm................. 23Appearance Care....................... 220
Auto Down Power Windows............... 25
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 56
Automatic Door Locks.................... 16
Automatic Headlights..................67,70
Automatic Off, Interior Lights.............. 65
Automatic Temperature Control............ 140
Automatic Transaxle..................153,217
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 219
Fluid Level Check..................... 218
Reset Mode......................... 154
Selection Of Lubricant................. 217
Shifting............................ 154
Special Additives..................... 219
Backfire, Engine........................ 202
Ball Joints............................ 207
Battery............................182,203
Emergency Starting.................... 182
Gas Caution......................182,203
Jump Starting........................ 182
Keyless Transmitter Replacement.......... 22
Location.........................183,203
262 INDEX

Homelink Transmitter..................76,81
Hood Release.......................... 64
Hook, Coat............................ 55
Hoses............................214,217
Ignition
Key ................................ 12
Lock............................... 13
Illuminated Entry....................... 14
Infant Restraint......................... 42
Instrument Cluster................107,108,109
Instrument Panel and Controls..........105,106
Instrument Panel Cover.................. 223
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 223
Interior Fuses.......................... 225
Interior Lights.......................65,226
Intermittent Wipers...................... 70
Introduction............................ 4
Jack Operation......................... 178
Jump Starting......................... 182
Key, Sentry............................. 9Key-In Reminder........................ 12
Keyless Entry System..................... 18
Keys.................................. 9
Knee Bolster........................... 33
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 28
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)..... 45
Leaks, Fluid............................ 50
Light Bulbs........................226,227
Lights
Airbag.........................37,49,111
Anti-Lock........................... 112
Automatic Off......................65,66
Back-Up............................ 231
Battery Saver.......................65,66
Brake Warning.................... 112,156
Center Mounted Stop.................. 231
Check Engine........................ 111
Courtesy/Reading..................... 66
Cruise...........................73,110
Daytime Running...................... 68
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 69
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Dome............................... 75
Door Ajar........................... 110
Exterior Check........................ 50
Fog .............................68,230
Front Replacement.................... 226
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 176
Headlight Switch...................... 66
Headlights.....................66,226,227
High Beam Indicator................... 110
Illuminated Entry...................... 14
Instrument Cluster..................... 65
Interior...........................14,65
License............................. 232
Low Fuel........................... 109
Malfunction Indicator...............169,191
Map Reading......................... 66
Oil Pressure......................... 109
Park..........................66,227,230
Passing............................. 69
Reading............................. 75
Rear Tail............................ 231
Seat Belt Reminder.................... 110
Security Alarm........................ 24Service Engine Soon................... 191
Side Marker......................226,230
Theft Alarm.......................... 10
Traction Control....................72,159
Trunk Ajar.......................... 109
Turn Signal.................... 110,230,231
Voltage............................. 112
Locks
Cylinder Maintenance.................. 15
Door.............................14,15
Glove Compartment.................... 13
Lubricants............................ 207
Luggage Carrier........................ 172
Luggage Rack......................... 172
Lumbar Support........................ 61
Maintenance Free Battery................. 203
Maintenance Schedule................... 236
Light Duty ScheduleB................ 239
ScheduleA......................... 246
ScheduleB
......................... 239
Malfunction Indicator Light......... 111,169,192
Manual, Service........................ 257
268 INDEX

Tilt Steering Column..................... 71
Time Delay, Headlight.................... 67
Timing Belt........................... 202
Tires ...........................50,159,259
Air Pressure......................159,161
Alignment.......................... 167
Balancing........................... 167
Chains............................. 163
Changing........................177,178
Flat Changing........................ 177
High Speed......................... 161
Jacking............................. 178
Pressure Label....................... 161
Quality Grading...................... 259
Radial............................. 162
Replacement......................... 165
Rotation............................ 166
Snow Tires.......................... 164
Spare Tire........................... 162
Spinning............................ 163
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 164
To Open Hood.......................... 64Towing.............................. 172
Disabled Vehicle...................... 186
Trailering........................... 172
Traction Control...................72,109,159
Trailer Towing......................... 172
Transaxle
Additives........................... 219
Automatic........................153,217
Filter.............................. 219
Operation........................... 154
Selection of Lubricant.................. 217
Transmission
Range Indicator.................... 112,154
Transmitter Battery Service................ 22
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener..........76,81
Transmitter Programming................. 20
Transporting Pets........................ 48
Traveler Trip Computer................... 93
Tread Wear Indicators................... 164
Trip Computer........................93,96
Trip Odometer.......................... 98
Trip Odometer Reset Button............... 111
272 INDEX