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are present. Components should be replaced immedi-
ately if there is any evidence of degradation that could
cause failure.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the appropriate “Maintenance Schedule” in
Section 8 for suggested service intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake and Power Steering System Hoses
When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance,
inspect surface of hoses for evidence of heat and me-
chanical damage. Hard and brittle rubber, cracking, tears,
cuts, abrasion, and excessive swelling suggest deteriora-
tion of the rubber. Particular attention should be made to
examining those hose surfaces nearest to high heat
sources, such as the exhaust manifold.
Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they
are secure and no leaks are present.
NOTE:Inspection of brake hoses should be done when-
ever the brake system is serviced and every engine oil
change.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361
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Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.
Automatic Transmission MoparATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Manual Transmission MoparManual Transmission Lubricant or equivalent (meeting the re-
quirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-9224)
Transfer Case MoparATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Front Axle SAE 80W-90 Multipurpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Rear Axle SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Brake Master Cylinder/Manual
Transmission Clutch SystemMoparDOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE
J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only rec-
ommended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MoparATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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Autostick............................. 256
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)...... 144
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 144
AxleFluid ............................. 384
Battery............................... 351
Charging............................ 332
Emergency Starting..................... 332
Gas Caution.......................... 332
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 24
Belts,Drive ............................ 347
Belts, Seat.............................. 38
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 353
B-Pillar Location........................ 274
Brake Assist System...................... 129
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 128
Brake Fluid............................ 384
Brake System........................... 361
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................128,265Hoses.............................. 361
Master Cylinder....................... 362
Parking............................. 263
Warning Light.....................167,169
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 249
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 74
Bulb Replacement....................... 379
Bulbs,Light ............................ 378
Calibration, Compass..................178,184
Capacities, Fluid........................ 382
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 300
Power Steering........................ 352
Car Washes............................ 367
Carbon Monoxide Warning............... 74,299
Cargo Area Features...................... 150
Cargo Compartment...................... 150
Light ............................... 150
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Flooded Engine Starting................... 240
Fluid, Brake........................... 384
Fluid Capacities......................... 382
Fluid Leaks............................. 76
Fluid Level Checks...................... 366
Automatic Transmission................. 363
Engine Oil........................... 343
Manual Transmission................... 364
Power Steering........................ 352
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 383
Fog Light Service........................ 380
Fog Lights..........................121,380
Folding Rear Seat........................ 115
Four Wheel Drive....................... 259
Operation........................... 259
Systems............................. 259
Four Wheel Drive Operation................ 259
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 324
Front Axle (Differential)................... 366Fuel................................. 296
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 300
Filter ............................... 350
Gasoline............................ 296
Gauge.............................. 164
Materials Added....................... 298
Octane Rating......................296,383
Requirements......................... 382
Tank Capacity........................ 382
Fuel System Caution................298,301,302
Fuses................................ 371
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 134
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............300,302,340
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge)................... 164
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 296
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 297
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 297
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Bulb Replacement...................378,379
Cargo .............................. 150
Center Mounted Stop................... 381
Cruise .............................. 174
Daytime Running...................... 122
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 120
Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) Indicator.......................132,166
Fog ..........................121,170,380
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 324
Headlight Switch...................... 120
Headlights........................... 379
Illuminated Entry....................... 20
Instrument Cluster..................120,164
Interior............................. 119
Lights On Reminder.................... 120
Low Fuel............................ 164
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 173
Passing............................. 121Rear Servicing........................ 381
Rear Tail............................ 381
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 165
Service...........................378,379
Side Marker.......................... 381
Traction Control....................... 132
Turn Signal.....................121,379,381
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 164
Load Floor, Cargo....................... 151
Load N Go
SlidingCargoFloor ..................... 153
Loading Vehicle......................... 303
Tires ............................... 274
Locks................................. 27
Automatic Door........................ 30
Child Protection........................ 30
Door................................ 27
Power Door........................... 29
Steering Wheel......................... 16
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Odometer
Trip ................................ 174
Oil, Engine.........................343,383
Capacity............................ 382
Dipstick............................. 343
Filter ............................346,383
Identification Logo..................... 345
Materials Added to..................... 346
Recommendation...................345,382
Viscosity..........................346,382
Onboard Diagnostic System..............340,341
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 134
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 82
Overdrive.......................171,251,257
Overdrive OFF Switch.................251,257
Overheating, Engine...................165,325
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).......... 416
PaintCare ............................. 366Paint Damage.......................... 366
Panic Alarm............................ 23
Parking Brake.......................... 263
Parking On Hill......................... 263
Passing Light........................... 121
PCVValve ............................ 350
Personal Settings........................ 188
Pets.................................. 73
Pets, Transporting........................ 73
Phone, Cellular.......................... 84
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™)............. 84
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 274
PolishingandWaxing ..................... 367
Power
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 371
Door Locks........................... 29
Inverter............................. 146
Mirrors .............................. 83
Steering..........................268,352
430 INDEX

Sunroof............................. 141
Windows............................. 31
Power Steering Fluid..................... 384
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 45
Preparation for Jacking.................... 328
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 44
Programmable Electronic Features......136,140,188
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry)............... 24,136,140
Radial Ply Tires......................... 281
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 191
Radio, Navigation....................... 219
Radio, Satellite.......................219,221
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 366
Rear Window Defroster................... 156
Rear Window Features.................... 155
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 155Rearview Mirrors........................ 81
Reclining Front Seats..................... 111
Recorder, Event Data...................... 61
Recreational Towing...................... 321
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 297
Refrigerant............................ 352
Release, Hood.......................... 117
Reminder, Lights On..................... 120
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 44
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 226
Remote Starting System.................... 26
Replacement Parts....................... 342
Replacement Tires....................... 283
Reporting Safety Defects................... 415
Restraint, Head......................... 113
Restraints, Child......................... 64
Restraints, Occupant...................... 36
Roof Type Carrier....................... 157
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Settings, Personal........................ 188
Shift Lock Manual Override................ 248
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission........... 245
Shifting
Automatic Transmission...............249,254
Manual Transmission................... 243
Shoulder Belts........................... 38
Signals, Turn...................121,167,379,381
Sliding Cargo Floor
LoadNGo ........................... 153
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 285
Spare Tire............................. 327
Spark Plugs............................ 347
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 296
Oil ................................ 345
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 125
Speedometer........................... 166
Starting............................... 239Automatic Transmission................. 239
Cold Weather......................... 240
Emergency (Jump Starting)............... 332
Engine Block Heater.................... 243
Engine Fails to Start.................... 240
Manual Transmission................... 239
Remote.............................. 26
Steering
Power...........................268,352
TiltColumn .......................... 124
Wheel Lock........................... 16
Wheel, Tilt........................... 124
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 226
Storage............................... 148
Storage Bin............................ 148
Storage, Vehicle......................... 233
Sun Roof.............................. 141
Sun Visor Extension....................... 84
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 47
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