warning CHRYSLER CONCORDE 2004 2.G Manual PDF

Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under hood services, or immediately if
the brake system warning lamp shows system failure.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be
expected to fall as the brake pads wear. However, low
fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be
needed.Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to the Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts section for the correct fluid type.
WARNING!
Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point or unidentified as to specification, may
result in sudden brake failure during hard pro-
longed braking. You could have an accident.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter.
Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the
brake fluid as seal damage will result!
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Use a mild soap and warm water solution to clean vinyl
or leather upholstery. For stubborn stains, use Mopar
Vinyl Cleaner.
Mopar Vinyl Cleaner is specifically recommended for
vinyl trim.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
CAUTION!
The use of vinyl, leather or plastic protectants may
cause excessive gloss and/or discoloration of interior
trim parts.
Leather Seat Care and Cleaning
Leather is best preserved by regular cleaning with a
damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as anabrasive and damage the leather surface and should be
removed immediately with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils
can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar Total
Clean. Care should be taken to avoid soaking the leather
with any liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning
fluids, solvents, detergents, or ammonia based cleaners
to clean the leather. Application of a leather conditioner is
not required to maintain the original condition.
Wooden Steering Wheel Care — If Equipped
If your vehicle is equipped with a wood steering wheel,
it is finished with a clear topcoat. Please take care to
avoid scratching the surface with sharp or abrasive
materials.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
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WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following describes the tire grading categories estab-
lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s
manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall
of the tires on your car.
All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con-
ditions on a specified government test course. For ex-
ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1
1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and
may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and
C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con-
crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade is based on braking (straight-
ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering
(turning) performance.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, repre-
senting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the
tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C
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corresponds to a level of performance which all passen-
ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by law.WARNING!
The temperature grade is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup
and possible tire failure.
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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
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Saving Feature....................65,66,68
Belts, Drive........................... 200
Belts, Engine.......................... 202
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 207
Brake, Parking......................... 156
Brake System.......................157,214
Anti-Lock........................... 157
Fluid Check......................... 216
Hoses.............................. 215
Master Cylinder...................... 216
Warning Light....................... 112
Brake/Transmission Interlock...........153,154
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 48
Brightness, Interior Lights................. 65
Bulb Replacement...................... 227
Bulbs, Light........................226,227
Calibration, Compass..................... 98
Capacities, Fluid....................... 233
Capacity, Cargo Weight.................. 171
Car Washes........................220,221
Cargo Compartment
Capacity............................ 171Luggage Carrier...................... 172
Carpeting............................. 221
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 135
Cassette Tape Player............... 114,121,135
Catalytic Converter..................... 200
CD Changer.....................124,129,130
CD Player.................... 119,126,128,134
Central Door Locks...................... 15
Chains, Tire........................... 163
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 177
Charging System Light................... 112
Check Engine Light..................... 111
Checks, Safety.......................... 49
Child Restraint...................41,43,45,46
Child Restraint Tether Anchors...........44,45
Child Safety Locks....................... 15
Circuit Breakers........................ 224
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 168
Cleaning
Carpets............................. 221
Cloth.............................. 221
Glass.............................. 223
Headlights.......................... 222
INDEX 263
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Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 176
Flat Tire Changing...................... 177
Floor Shift Interlock...................... 13
Fluid Capacities........................ 233
Fluid Leaks............................ 50
Fluid Level Checks...................... 218
Fog Lights............................. 68
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 186
Fuel..............................109,167
Adding............................. 170
Filler Cap........................... 171
Filter.............................. 202
Gauge............................. 109
Materials Added...................... 169
Octane Rating........................ 167
System Hoses........................ 217
Fuses.............................224,225
Garage Door Opener...................76,81
GasCap .............................. 171
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 168
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends............... 168Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 110
Fuel............................... 109
Oil Pressure......................... 109
Speedometer/Odometer................ 111
Glass Cleaning......................... 223
Glove Compartment..................... 13
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 176
Head Restraints......................... 63
Headlights
Automatic........................... 67
Bulb Replacement..................226,227
Cleaning............................ 222
Dimmer Switch....................... 69
Lights On Reminder.................... 67
Switch.............................. 66
Time Delay........................... 67
Heated Mirrors......................... 56
Heated Seats........................... 61
Heater............................137,140
High Beam Indicator.................... 110
Holder, Cup........................... 55
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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