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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ........................ 243
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED...... 243
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ........................ 247 Preparations For Jacking ............................ 247
Jack Location ................................................. 248
Spare Tire Stowage ....................................... 249
Spare Tire Removal ....................................... 249
Jacking Instructions ..................................... 251
JUMP STARTING .................................................. 255
Preparations For Jump Start......................... 255Jump Starting Procedure .............................. 256
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY –
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................ 257
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ............................ 258
MANUAL PARK RELEASE ................................... 258
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .............................. 260
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .........................261
Rear Wheel Drive Models ............................. 262
All Wheel Drive Models ................................. 263
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .................................................................. 263
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......................... 263
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................... 264
Maintenance Plan ......................................... 265
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................... 268
3.6L Engine ................................................... 268
5.7L Engine ................................................... 269
Checking Oil Level ......................................... 270
Adding Washer Fluid .................................... 270
Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 270Pressure Washing ......................................... 271
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE..................................... 271
Engine Oil ...................................................... 271
Engine Oil Filter ............................................ 272
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............................ 272
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................... 273
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ................... 275Body Lubrication .......................................... 276
Windshield Wiper Blades ............................. 276
Exhaust System ............................................ 279
Cooling System .............................................. 280
Brake System ............................................... 283
Automatic Transmission ............................... 284
Front/Rear Axle Fluid ................................... 285Transfer Case ............................................... 285
Fuses.............................................................. 286
Bulb Replacement......................................... 293 TIRES ..................................................................... 295
Tire Safety Information ................................. 295
Tires — General Information ........................ 303Tire Types....................................................... 306Spare Tires — If Equipped ............................ 307
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 309Snow Traction Devices ................................. 310
Tire Rotation Recommendations ................ 312
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................... 312
Treadwear...................................................... 312
Traction Grades ............................................. 313Temperature Grades..................................... 313
STORING THE VEHICLE .................................... 313
BODYWORK .......................................................... 313 Protection From Atmospheric Agents .......... 313
Body And Underbody Maintenance ............. 314
Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 314
INTERIORS ........................................................... 315
Seats And Fabric Parts ................................. 315
Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 315
Leather Surfaces........................................... 316
Glass Surfaces ............................................. 316

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CHECKING OIL LEVEL

To ensure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil
must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil
level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The
best time to check the engine oil level is about five
minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off.

Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground
will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
There are four possible dipstick types:
Crosshatched zone.
Crosshatched zone marked SAFE.
Crosshatched zone marked with MIN at the
low end of the range and MAX at the high end of
the range.
Crosshatched zone marked with dimples at the
MIN and the MAX ends of the range.
NOTE:Always maintain the oil level within the crosshatch
markings on the dipstick.
Adding 1 quart (1.0 liter) of oil when the reading is
at the low end of the dipstick range will raise the oil
level to the high end of the range marking.
ADDING WASHER FLUID
The instrument cluster display will indicate when
the washer fluid level is low. When the sensor
detects a low fluid level, the windshield will light on
the vehicle graphic outline and the “WASHER
FLUID LOW” message will be displayed.
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and
the rear window washer is shared. The fluid
reservoir is located in the engine compartment, be
sure to check the fluid level at regular intervals. Fill
the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only
(not radiator antifreeze). When refilling the washer
fluid reservoir, take some washer fluid and apply it
to a cloth or towel and wipe clean the wiper blades,
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.
MAINTENANCE-FREE BATTERY
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free
battery. Water will never have to be added, and
periodic maintenance is not required.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will
cause aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could
damage your engine.
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.
WARNING!
Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and
can burn or even blind you. Do not allow
battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or
clothing. Do not lean over a battery when
attaching clamps Úpage 255. 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. Do not
use a booster battery or any other booster
source with an output greater than 12 Volts.
Do not allow cable clamps to touch each
other.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accesso -
ries contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
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Battery
.................................................... 92, 270Charging System Light................................. 92Keyless Key Fob Replacement.................... 15Battery Saver Feature...................................... 52Belts, Seat..................................................... 239Blind Spot Monitoring.................................... 195Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 276B-Pillar Location............................................. 300Brake Assist System...................................... 190Brake Control System, Electronic.................. 190Brake Fluid.......................................... 283, 323Brake System...................................... 283, 317Anti-Lock (ABS).......................................... 317Fluid Check............................................... 283Master Cylinder......................................... 283Parking...................................................... 105Warning Light.............................................. 91Brake/Transmission Interlock....................... 107Bulb Replacement............................... 293, 294Bulbs, Light.................................................... 241
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Camera, Rear................................................ 139Capacities, Fluid............................................ 321Caps, Filler Oil (Engine)................................................ 268Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...................... 282Car Washes................................................... 314
Carbon Monoxide Warning................... 241, 242Cargo Area Cover............................................. 76Cargo Compartment........................................ 76Light............................................................ 76Luggage Carrier........................................... 77Cargo Light....................................................... 76Cargo Tie-Downs.............................................. 77Cellular Phone.............................................. 188Center High Mounted Stop Light................... 295Certification Label......................................... 141Chains, Tire................................................... 310Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 296Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)......................... 100Checking Your Vehicle For Safety................. 239Checks, Safety.............................................. 239Child Restraint.............................................. 223Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 225Child Seat Installation.............................. 236How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt.............................................. 233Infant And Child Restraints....................... 224Locating The LATCH Anchorages.............. 229Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children................................................ 226Older Children And Child Restraints......... 225Seating Positions...................................... 226
Child Safety Locks............................................26Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 319CleaningWheels...................................................... 309Climate Control................................................55Automatic....................................................55Cold Weather Operation................................ 104Compact Spare Tire...................................... 307Contract, Service........................................... 325Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 282Cooling System............................................. 280Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 281Cooling Capacity....................................... 321Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 282Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 281Inspection................................................. 281Points To Remember................................ 283Pressure Cap............................................ 282Radiator Cap............................................. 282Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)......................... 281, 321, 322Corrosion Protection..................................... 313Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 119, 121Cruise Light............................................... 97, 98Customer Assistance.................................... 324Cybersecurity................................................ 158
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Daytime Running Lights
................................... 49Defroster, Windshield.................................... 240De-Icer, Remote Start...................................... 21Diagnostic System, Onboard........................... 99Dipsticks Oil (Engine)................................................ 270Disabled Vehicle Towing................................ 261DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)....................... 282Door Ajar................................................... 92, 93Door Ajar Light.......................................... 92, 93Door Locks............................................... 22, 26Child-Protection Door Lock —Rear Doors.............................................. 26Doors............................................................... 22Driver’s Seat Back Tilt.............................. 29, 30Driving........................................................... 156DVD Player (Video Entertainment System).... 178
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Economy (Fuel) Mode.................................... 107Electric Brake Control System....................... 190Anti-Lock Brake System............................. 189Electronic Roll Mitigation................. 191, 194Electric Remote Mirrors................................... 44Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)......... 68Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 120Electronic Stability Control (ESC)...................191Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light........ 92
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case............. 112Emergency Gas Can Refueling...................... 257Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck..................... 260Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 243Jacking..................................................... 247Jump Starting........................................... 255Emission Control System Maintenance........ 100Engine........................................................... 268Air Cleaner................................................ 272Block Heater............................................. 104Break-In Recommendations..................... 104Checking Oil Level.................................... 270Compartment.................................. 268, 269Compartment Identification............. 268, 269Cooling..................................................... 280Exhaust Gas Caution....................... 241, 242Fails To Start............................................ 103Flooded, Starting...................................... 103Fuel Requirements.......................... 318, 321Jump Starting........................................... 255Oil.................................................... 271, 321Oil Filler Cap............................................. 268Oil Filter.................................................... 272Oil Selection........................... 271, 321, 322Oil Synthetic............................................. 272Overheating.............................................. 258Starting..................................................... 101Enhanced Accident Response
Feature................................................ 221, 263
Ethanol.......................................................... 319Exhaust Gas Cautions.......................... 241, 242Exhaust System................................... 241, 279Exterior Lights............................... 48, 241, 293
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FiltersAir Cleaner
................................................ 272Air Conditioning........................ 63, 273, 274Engine Oil................................................. 272Engine Oil Disposal................................... 272Flashers........................................................ 243Hazard Warning........................................ 243Turn Signals.............................. 98, 241, 294Flash-To-Pass...................................................50Flooded Engine Starting................................ 103Fluid Capacities............................................ 321Fluid Leaks.................................................... 241Fluid Level ChecksBrake........................................................ 283Engine Oil................................................. 270Fluids And Lubricants.................................... 323Fog Lights..................................................... 294Fog Lights, Service........................................ 294Fold-Flat Seats.................................................29Folding Rear Seats...........................................31Forward Collision Warning............................ 199Four-Way Hazard Flasher.............................. 243Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 260Front Axle (Differential)................................. 285

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Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions
.... 93Load Shed Battery Saver Mode....................... 89Load Shed Battery Saver On............................ 89Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction.............. 89Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor.............. 89Loading Vehicle............................................. 141Tires.......................................................... 300Locks Child Protection........................................... 26Manual........................................................ 22Power Door.................................................. 23Lubrication, Body........................................... 276Lug Nuts/Bolts.............................................. 317Luggage Carrier............................................... 77
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Maintenance................................................... 74Maintenance Free Battery............................. 270Maintenance Schedule.................................. 264Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)....................................... 94, 100ManualService...................................................... 327Memory Feature (Memory Seats).................... 28Memory Seat................................................... 28Memory Seats And Radio................................ 28Methanol....................................................... 319Mirrors............................................................. 42Electric Remote........................................... 44Exterior Folding........................................... 44
Heated......................................................... 44Outside........................................................ 43Rearview......................................42, 43, 243Vanity.......................................................... 43Modifications/AlterationsVehicle......................................................... 10Monitor, Tire Pressure System...................... 201Mopar Parts.................................................. 326Multi-Function Control Lever............................ 48
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New Vehicle Break-In Period......................... 104
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Occupant Restraints..................................... 204Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)..................... 318Oil Change Indicator........................................ 85Reset........................................................... 85Oil Filter, Change.......................................... 272Oil Filter, Selection........................................ 272Oil Pressure Light............................................. 93Oil, Engine..................................................... 271Capacity.................................................... 321Checking................................................... 270Dipstick.................................................... 270Disposal................................................... 272Filter......................................................... 272Filter Disposal........................................... 272Identification Logo.................................... 272Materials Added To.................................. 272
Pressure Warning Light................................93Recommendation............................ 271, 321Synthetic................................................... 272Viscosity.................................................... 321Onboard Diagnostic System.............................99Operating Precautions.....................................99Operator ManualOwner's Manual........................................ 327Outside Rearview Mirrors.................................43Overheating, Engine...................................... 258
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Paint Care..................................................... 313Parking Brake............................................... 105ParkSense System, Rear............................... 130Passive Entry....................................................23Pets............................................................... 239Pinch Protection...............................................74Placard, Tire And Loading Information.......... 300PowerBrakes...................................................... 317Distribution Center (Fuses)....................... 287Door Locks...................................................23Inverter........................................................70Liftgate........................................................75Mirrors.........................................................44Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).................68Seats...........................................................35Steering........................................... 117, 323Sunroof........................................................73
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