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bezel on each side of the steering column away from
the instrument panel far enough to disengage the
snap clip retainers from their receptacles in the
instrument panel.
(4) Remove the steering column opening cover
from the instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
(1) Position the steering column opening cover to
the instrument panel (Fig. 10).
(2) Align the snap clip retainers on the steering
column opening cover with their receptacles in the
instrument panel.
(3) Press firmly and evenly on the steering column
opening cover over the snap clip locations until each
of the snap clips is fully engaged in its receptacle.
(4) Install and tighten the three screws that secure
the lower edge of the steering column opening cover
to the lower instrument panel reinforcement. Tighten
the screws to 2.2 N´m (20 in. lbs.).
(5) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
STORAGE BIN
REMOVAL
Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission
have a lighted fold-down cup holder installed on the
instrument panel just inboard of the glove box. Vehi-
cles equipped with a manual transmission have a
lighted storage bin installed on the instrument panel
in place of the fold-down cup holder.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the cluster bezel from the instrument
panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/
CLUSTER BEZEL - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the two screws that secure the top of
the storage bin to the instrument panel (Fig. 11).
(4) Lower the top of the storage bin away from the
instrument panel far enough to access the illumina-
tion lamp and hood unit.
(5) Disengage the illumination lamp and hood
retainer clip from the back of the instrument panel
storage bin unit.
(6) Remove the storage bin unit from the instru-
ment panel.
INSTALLATION
Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission
have a lighted fold-down cup holder installed on the
instrument panel just inboard of the glove box. Vehi-
cles equipped with a manual transmission have a
lighted storage bin installed on the instrument panel
in place of the fold-down cup holder.
Fig. 11 Instrument Panel Storage Bin Remove/Install
1 - SCREWS
2 - STORAGE BIN (RAISED)
3 - STORAGE BIN (LOWERED)
23 - 116 INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEMBR/BE
STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER (Continued)

Scratch Filler/Primer, Touch-Up Paints and Clear Top
Coat. Refer to Introduction group of this manual for
Body Code Plate information.
WARNING: USE A OSHA APPROVED BREATHING
FILTER WHEN SPRAYING PAINT OR SOLVENTS IN
A CONFINED AREA. PERSONAL INJURY CAN
RESULT.
OPERATION
(1) Scrape loose paint and corrosion from inside
scratch or chip.
(2) Clean affected area with Moparž Tar/Road Oil
Remover, and allow to dry.
(3) Fill the inside of the scratch or chip with a coat
of filler/primer. Do not overlap primer onto good sur-
face finish. The applicator brush should be wet
enough to puddle-fill the defect without running. Do
not stroke brush applicator on body surface. Allow
the filler/primer to dry hard.
(4) Cover the filler/primer with color touch-up
paint. Do not overlap touch-up color onto the original
color coat around the scratch or chip. Butt the new
color to the original color, if possible. Do not stroke
applicator brush on body surface. Allow touch-up
paint to dry hard.
(5) On vehicles without clear coat, the touch-up
color can be lightly finesse sanded (1500 grit) and
polished with rubbing compound.(6) On vehicles with clear coat, apply clear top coat
to touch-up paint with the same technique as
described in Step 4. Allow clear top coat to dry hard.
If desired, Step 5 can be performed on clear top coat.
WARNING: AVOID PROLONGED SKIN CONTACT
WITH PETROLEUM OR ALCOHOL ± BASED CLEAN-
ING SOLVENTS. PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
AVOID PROLONGED SKIN CONTACT WITH PETRO-
LEUM OR ALCOHOL ± BASED CLEANING SOL-
VENTS. PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
WET SANDING/BUFFING &
POLISHING
DESCRIPTION
Minor acid etching, orange peel, or smudging in
clear coat or single-stage finishes can be reduced
with light finesse sanding, hand buffing, and polish-
ing.If the finish has been finesse sanded in the
past, it cannot be repeated. Finesse sanding
operation should be performed by a trained
automotive paint technician.
CAUTION: Do not remove clear coat finish, if
equipped. Base coat paint must retain clear coat for
durability.
23 - 130 PAINTBR/BE
PAINT TOUCH-UP (Continued)

PLUMBING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
PLUMBING
DESCRIPTION...........................40
OPERATION.............................41
WARNING..............................41
CAUTION...............................41
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................43
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM LEAKS...........43
STANDARD PROCEDURE..................43
A/C LINE COUPLERS....................43
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM SERVICE
EQUIPMENT...........................44
REFRIGERANT RECOVERY...............45
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM EVACUATE........45
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM CHARGE.........46
SPECIFICATIONS........................46
A/C COMPRESSOR
DESCRIPTION...........................46
OPERATION.............................46
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................46
A/C COMPRESSOR.....................46
REMOVAL..............................47
INSTALLATION...........................47
A/C CONDENSER
DESCRIPTION...........................48
OPERATION.............................48
REMOVAL..............................49
INSTALLATION...........................49
SUCTION AND DISCHARGE LINE
REMOVAL..............................50
INSTALLATION...........................51
LIQUID LINE
REMOVAL..............................52INSTALLATION...........................52
A/C EVAPORATOR
DESCRIPTION...........................52
OPERATION.............................53
REMOVAL..............................53
INSTALLATION...........................53
A/C ORIFICE TUBE
DESCRIPTION...........................53
OPERATION.............................53
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................54
FIXED ORIFICE TUBE...................54
REMOVAL..............................54
ACCUMULATOR
DESCRIPTION...........................54
OPERATION.............................54
REMOVAL..............................54
INSTALLATION...........................55
HEATER CORE
DESCRIPTION...........................55
OPERATION.............................55
REMOVAL..............................56
INSTALLATION...........................56
REFRIGERANT
DESCRIPTION...........................56
OPERATION.............................56
REFRIGERANT OIL
DESCRIPTION...........................56
OPERATION.............................56
STANDARD PROCEDURE..................57
REFRIGERANT OIL LEVEL................57
PLUMBING
DESCRIPTION - A/C LINE COUPLERS
Spring-lock type refrigerant line couplers are used
to connect many of the refrigerant lines and other
components to the refrigerant system. These couplers
require a special tool for disengaging the two coupler
halves.
DESCRIPTION
The refrigerant lines and hoses are used to carry
the refrigerant between the various air conditioning
system components. A barrier hose design with a
nylon tube, which is sandwiched between rubber lay-
ers, is used for the R-134a air conditioning system onthis vehicle. This nylon tube helps to further contain
the R-134a refrigerant, which has a smaller molecu-
lar structure than R-12 refrigerant. The ends of the
refrigerant hoses are made from lightweight alumi-
num or steel, and commonly use braze-less fittings.
Any kinks or sharp bends in the refrigerant plumb-
ing will reduce the capacity of the entire air condi-
tioning system. Kinks and sharp bends reduce the
flow of refrigerant in the system. A good rule for the
flexible hose refrigerant lines is to keep the radius of
all bends at least ten times the diameter of the hose.
In addition, the flexible hose refrigerant lines should
be routed so they are at least 80 millimeters (3
inches) from the exhaust manifold.
24 - 40 PLUMBINGBR/BE

The refrigerant system will remain chemically sta-
ble as long as pure, moisture-free R-134a refrigerant
and refrigerant oil is used. Dirt, moisture, or air can
upset this chemical stability. Operational troubles or
serious damage can occur if foreign material is
present in the refrigerant system.
When it is necessary to open the refrigerant sys-
tem, have everything needed to service the system
ready. The refrigerant system should not be left open
to the atmosphere any longer than necessary. Cap or
plug all lines and fittings as soon as they are opened
to prevent the entrance of dirt and moisture. All lines
and components in parts stock should be capped or
sealed until they are to be installed.
All tools, including the refrigerant recycling equip-
ment, the manifold gauge set, and test hoses should
be kept clean and dry. All tools and equipment must
be designed for R-134a refrigerant.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REFRIGERANT
SYSTEM LEAKS
WARNING: REVIEW THE WARNINGS AND CAU-
TIONS IN THE FRONT OF THIS SECTION BEFORE
PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING OPERATION.
(Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/
PLUMBING - WARNING) (Refer to 24 - HEATING &
AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - CAUTION)
If the air conditioning system is not cooling prop-
erly, determine if the refrigerant system is fully-
charged. (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR
CONDITIONING - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING -
A/C PERFORMANCE) If the refrigerant system is
low or empty; a leak at a refrigerant line, connector
fitting, component, or component seal is likely.
An electronic leak detector designed for R-134a
refrigerant, or a fluorescent R-134a leak detection
dye and a black light are recommended for locating
and confirming refrigerant system leaks. Refer to the
operating instructions supplied by the equipment
manufacturer for proper care and use of this equip-
ment.
An oily residue on or near refrigerant system lines,
connector fittings, components, or component seals
can indicate the general location of a possible refrig-
erant leak. However, the exact leak location should
be confirmed with an electronic leak detector prior to
component repair or replacement.
To detect a leak in the refrigerant system with an
electronic leak detector, perform one of the following
procedures:
SYSTEM EMPTY
(1) Evacuate the refrigerant system. (Refer to 24 -
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING -STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFRIGERANT SYS-
TEM EVACUATE)
(2) Connect and dispense 0.283 kilograms (0.625
pounds or 10 ounces) of R-134a refrigerant into the
evacuated refrigerant system. (Refer to 24 - HEAT-
ING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE - REFRIGERANT SYSTEM
CHARGE)
(3) Position the vehicle in a wind-free work area.
This will aid in detecting small leaks.
(4) With the engine not running, use a electronic
R-134a leak detector and search for leaks. Because
R-134a refrigerant is heavier than air, the leak detec-
tor probe should be moved slowly along the bottom
side of all refrigerant lines, connector fittings and
components.
(5) To inspect the evaporator coil for leaks, insert
the electronic leak detector probe into the center
instrument panel outlet. Set the blower motor switch
to the lowest speed position, and the mode control
switch in the recirculation mode.
SYSTEM LOW
(1) Position the vehicle in a wind-free work area.
This will aid in detecting small leaks.
(2) Bring the refrigerant system up to operating
temperature and pressure. This is done by allowing
the engine to run with the air conditioning system
turned on for five minutes.
(3) With the engine not running, use a electronic
R-134a leak detector and search for leaks. Because
R-134a refrigerant is heavier than air, the leak detec-
tor probe should be moved slowly along the bottom
side of all refrigerant lines, connector fittings and
components.
(4) To inspect the evaporator coil for leaks, insert
the electronic leak detector probe into the center
instrument panel outlet. Set the blower motor switch
to the lowest speed position, and the mode control
switch in the recirculation mode.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - A/C LINE
COUPLERS
WARNING: REVIEW THE WARNINGS AND CAU-
TIONS IN THE FRONT OF THIS SECTION BEFORE
PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING OPERATION.
(Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/
PLUMBING - WARNING) (Refer to 24 - HEATING &
AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - CAUTION)
REMOVAL
(1) Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant
system. (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDI-
BR/BEPLUMBING 24 - 43
PLUMBING (Continued)

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FIXED ORIFICE
TUBE
The fixed orifice tube can be checked for proper
operation using the following procedure. However,
the fixed orifice tube is only serviced as a part of the
liquid line unit. If the results of this test indicate
that the fixed orifice tube is obstructed or missing,
the entire liquid line unit must be replaced.
WARNING: THE LIQUID LINE BETWEEN THE CON-
DENSER OUTLET AND THE FIXED ORIFICE TUBE
CAN BECOME HOT ENOUGH TO BURN THE SKIN.
USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN PERFORMING THE
FOLLOWING TEST.
(1) Confirm that the refrigerant system is properly
charged. (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDI-
TIONING - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - A/C PER-
FORMANCE)
(2) Start the engine. Turn on the air conditioning
system and confirm that the compressor clutch is
engaged.
(3) Allow the air conditioning system to operate for
five minutes.
(4) Lightly and cautiously touch the liquid line
near the condenser outlet at the front of the engine
compartment. The liquid line should be hot to the
touch.
(5) Touch the liquid line near the evaporator inlet
at the rear of the engine compartment. The liquid
line should be cold to the touch.
(6) If there is a distinct temperature differential
between the two ends of the liquid line, the orifice
tube is in good condition. If there is little or no
detectable temperature differential between the two
ends of the liquid line, the orifice tube is obstructed
or missing and the liquid line must be replaced.
REMOVAL
The fixed orifice tube is located in the liquid line,
between the condenser and the evaporator coil. If the
fixed orifice tube is faulty or plugged, the liquid line
assembly must be replaced. (Refer to 24 - HEATING
& AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/LIQUID LINE
- REMOVAL)
ACCUMULATOR
DESCRIPTION
The accumulator is mounted in the engine com-
partment between the a/c evaporator outlet tube and
the compressor inlet.
OPERATION
Refrigerant enters the accumulator canister as a
low pressure vapor through the inlet tube. Any liq-
uid, oil-laden refrigerant falls to the bottom of the
canister, which acts as a separator. A desiccant bag is
mounted inside the accumulator canister to absorb
any moisture which may have entered and become
trapped within the refrigerant system (Fig. 13).
REMOVAL
WARNING: REVIEW THE WARNINGS AND CAU-
TIONS IN THE FRONT OF THIS SECTION BEFORE
PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING OPERATION.
(Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/
PLUMBING - WARNING) (Refer to 24 - HEATING &
AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - CAUTION)
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant
system. (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDI-
TIONING/PLUMBING - STANDARD PROCEDURE -
REFRIGERANT RECOVERY)
(3) Remove the a/c low pressure switch from the
accumulator. (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CON-
DITIONING/CONTROLS/A/C LOW PRESSURE
SWITCH - REMOVAL)
(4) Loosen the screw that secures the accumulator
retaining band to the support bracket on the dash
panel (Fig. 20).
(5) Disconnect the suction line refrigerant line fit-
ting from the accumulator outlet. (Refer to 24 -
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE - A/C LINE COUPLERS)
Install plugs in, or tape over all of the opened refrig-
erant line fittings.
(6) Disconnect the accumulator inlet refrigerant
line fitting from the evaporator outlet. (Refer to 24 -
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING -
Fig. 12 FIXED ORIFICE TUBE - TYPICAL
1 - DIFFUSER SCREEN
2 - ªOº RINGS
3 - INLET FILTER SCREEN
4 - ORIFICE
24 - 54 PLUMBINGBR/BE
A/C ORIFICE TUBE (Continued)

ROAD TEST
DESCRIPTION - ROAD TEST INSPECTION
The following items must be inspected during the
road test portion of the new vehicle inspection.
²Check neutral safety switch operation
²Check operation of shift/clutch interlock system
²Check operation of gauges and warning lights
²Check horn operation
²Check operation of turn signals and emergency
flashers
²Check all mirror adjustments, including day/
night function
²Check windshield wipers for proper wipe pattern
and intermittent mode (if equipped)
²Check washer spray pattern
²Check heater, defroster and air conditioning for
proper operation
²Check that the fan operates quietly
²Check the rear window defroster (if equipped)
²Leave air selection lever in the fresh air position
²Check the rear heater and air conditioning for
proper operation
²Check the rear air register locations
²Check that the indicator lamps operate properly
²Check the operation of the radio, cassette and/or
compact disc player, and that sound quality is good
²Ensure that the clock displays the correct time
²Check that the trip computer/maintenance
reminder operates in all modes
²Check all speed control functions
²Check the service brakes to ensure that they
stop the vehicle in a straight line, without noise,
shudder or vibration
²Check the brake warning light
²Check the parking brake operation
²Check the engine's performance
²Check the transmission's performance for
smooth, quiet operation. If the vehicle is a 4x4, check
that the transfer case shifts easily among all ranges
²Check Autostick function (if equipped)
²Check the vehicle's steering and handling
²The steering wheel should be centered when
traveling in a straight line
²The vehicle should not pull or vibrate
²Check for squeaks, rattles and wind noise
²Check any other vehicle aspects you believe are
important, but that may not be included on the New
Vehicle Preparation Form
²Fill fuel tank with specified grade of fuel
INSPECTION - FUEL
Fill fuel tank with specified grade of gasoline (reg-
ular, midgrade or premium).
INSPECTION - OTHER
As part of DaimlerChrysler's Customer One philos-
ophy, the ªOtherº blank is provided on the New Vehi-
cle Preparation Form. This is designed to encourage
you to check any aspects of vehicle operation that
you believe are important to your customers, but that
do not appear elsewhere on the form.
INSPECTION - SQUEAKS, RATTLES AND WIND
NOISE
(1) Make sure that the instrument panel, glove
box, seats, steering wheel and column are free from
squeaks and rattles. Tighten any obvious loose fas-
teners.
(2) Check that the windows and doors are free
from squeaks, rattles and wind noise.
(3) Check that the vehicle exterior is free from
squeaks, rattles and noise, front and rear.
(4) Make sure that all interior panels are free from
squeaks and rattles.
INSPECTION - STEERING AND HANDLING
(1) Check that the power assist works properly (if
equipped). Steering should not require excessive
effort.
(2) Make sure the steering wheel does not vibrate
at idle or road speed.
(3) Ensure that the steering wheel is centered
when traveling straight ahead.
(4) Check that the vehicle does not drift to one
side.
(5) Make sure that the vehicle does not vibrate/
shake.
INSPECTION - TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER
CASE
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
(1) Make sure that the park lock holds the vehicle
With the vehicle on a grade, put automatic trans-
mission in PARK and slowly release the service
brake to see if park lock holds. If it does not hold, the
transmission requires further service.
(2) Make sure shift lever operates easily/ smoothly
(Fig. 36).
Check for smooth shifting. Check for proper
upshifting and downshifting.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
(1) Check that the shifter operates easily (Fig. 38).
(2) Make sure that the clutch operates smoothly
(Fig. 37).
(3) Look for proper synchronization.
The gears should not grind.
BR/BENEW VEHICLE PREPARATION 30 - 15

INSPECTION - PARKING BRAKE
(1) Ensure that the parking brake is easy to oper-
ate (Fig. 40).
(2) Make sure the parking brake does not drag.
(3) With the vehicle stopped on a grade, firmly
apply the service brakes, place the transmission in
NEUTRAL and set the parking brake. Slowly release
the service brakes to see if the parking brake will
hold.
(4) Check that the parking brake warning light
comes on when the parking brake is applied, and is
off when the brake is released.
INSPECTION - SERVICE BRAKES
(1) Check brake warning light operation at vehicle
startup.
(2) Check ABS warning light operation at vehicle
startup.
(3) Inspect service brake pedal travel and feel (Fig.
41).
(4) Put the vehicle in gear and apply the brakes
while the car is in motion. Be sure brake operation is
smooth and positive.
(5) Make sure that the vehicle stops in a straight
line, without pulling to one side.
(6) Check that the brakes operate quietly, without
noise.
(7) Ensure there is no shudder or vibration when
braking.
INSPECTION - SPEED CONTROL
Check the following speed control functions (Fig.
42):²Check on/off switch
²Check ªsetº operation
²Check ªresumeº function
²Check ªaccelerateº and ªdecelerateº functions
²Check brake release function
²Check ªcancelº function
INSPECTION - TRIP COMPUTER/
MAINTENANCE REMINDER
NOTE: Reset the average fuel economy when the
road test is complete.
Check that all modes operate correctly (Fig. 43).
INSPECTION - RADIO
(1) Check for good AM/FM reception, ensure that
the cassette and/or compact disc (CD) player works
properly (Fig. 44).
(2) Check for good sound quality from all speakers.
(3) Ensure that the radio displays the correct time.
(4) Check the steering wheel controls (if equipped).
INSPECTION - HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER
(1) Check that heater/defroster works properly
(Fig. 45).
(2) Turn on the heater when the engine reaches
operating temperature.
(3) Operate the blower motor in all speeds.
(4) Operate system in all modes (heat, defrost,
etc.).
(5) Operate the rear heater (if equipped).
(6) Check for hot air output at all outlets.
Fig. 40 PARKING BRAKE OPERATION
Fig. 41 SERVICE BRAKE PEDAL
BR/BENEW VEHICLE PREPARATION 30 - 17
ROAD TEST (Continued)

INSPECTION - MIRROR
(1) Check operation of rearview mirror's day/night
function (if equipped).
(2) Check ease of adjustment for all mirrors (power
or manual) (Fig. 46) and (Fig. 47).
INSPECTION - TURN AND EMERGENCY
SIGNALS
(1) Ensure that the turn signals work properly
(including canceling after completing a turn).
(2) Ensure that the emergency flashers work prop-
erly.
INSPECTION - HORN
Ensure that the horn works properly.
INSPECTION - GAUGES/WARNING LIGHTS
(1) Ensure that all gauges, instrument indicator
lights, warning lights and instrument panel lights
are functioning properly.
(2) Inspect operation of message center (if
equipped).
INSPECTION - SHIFT/CLUTCH INTERLOCK
SYSTEM
(1) On vehicles with a manual transmission or
transaxle, be sure engine starts only when clutch is
depressed.
(2) Some vehicles equipped with an automatic
transmission also have a brake interlock system. On
these vehicles, be sure that you cannot shift out of
PARK without pressing the brake pedal.
INSPECTION - NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH
(1) On vehicles with an automatic transmission or
transaxle, check shift indicator alignment in all
ranges.
(2) Be sure the engine starts in both PARK and
NEUTRAL.
(3) Verify that the engine does not start in any
REVERSE/DRIVE positions.
PRE DELIVERY STORAGE
DESCRIPTION
Pre Delivery Storage information is provided to
recommend practices to use when storing new vehi-
cles prior to delivery to the customer.
If you have prepared a vehicle that will not be
immediately delivered to the customer, store the
vehicle according to guidelines outlined in (Refer to
30 - NEW VEHICLE PREP/PREDELIVERY STOR-
AGE - STANDARD PROCEDURE) to prevent unnec-
essary wear and tear on the vehicles electrical
systems, paint and finish and damage due to pilfer-
age and vandalism.
Fig. 46 INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
Fig. 47 OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
BR/BENEW VEHICLE PREPARATION 30 - 19
ROAD TEST (Continued)

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The horn chirps when
the vehicle is locked with the RKE transmitter.
HEADLAMP FLASH
NOTE: This feature can be enabled with or without
the horn chirp feature.
The headlamp flash function is a feature that can
be enabled or disabled on vehicles equipped with
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The headlamps flash
once when the vehicle is locked with the RKE trans-
mitter, and flash twice when the vehicle is unlocked
with the RKE transmitter.
LOW FUEL CHIME
All vehicles equipped with the audible low fuel
chime are shipped with this feature enabled.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) DOOR UNLOCK
SEQUENCE
Two door unlock sequences are provided on vehi-
cles equipped with this feature. When using the RKE
transmitter to unlock the doors, pressing the unlock
button once when the feature is enabled unlocks only
the driver's door. Pushing the RKE transmitter
unlock button a second time unlocks the remaining
doors. When the RKE door unlock feature is disabled,
all doors unlock with one press of the RKE transmit-
ter unlock button.
HEADLIGHTS ON AUTOMATICALLY WITH WIPERS
This feature appears on vehicles that have, as an
option, automatic headlights. When the windshield
wipers are turned on, the headlights automatically
turn on.
12V POWER OUTLET
This feature currently appears on Caravan/Voyag-
er/Town and Country vehicles. The vehicles are
shipped with the 12V power outlets turned off with
the ignition key. The relay can be changed to make
the outlets powered at all times. This feature may be
of interest to customers with cell phones.
TURN SIGNAL CHIME
This feature is an audible turn signal warning
chime. The chime sounds if the turn signal is on, the
vehicle has traveled one mile and vehicle speed has
exceeded 40 Km/h (25 mph).
REMOTE UNLOCK
The remote unlock function is a feature that can be
enabled or disabled on vehicles equipped with
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). With the first press of
the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors, the driver's
door only unlocks. With the second press of the RKEtransmitter, the remaining doors and the liftgate
unlock. With the remote unlock feature enabled, the
first press of the RKE transmitter unlocks all doors.
REMOTE LINKED TO MEMORY
The remote linked to memory function is currently
only available only on Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
vehicles. When enabled, this feature recalls a mem-
ory of seats, mirror and radio presets and positions
when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmit-
ter.
HEADLAMP DELAY
Currently available only on Jeep Grand Cherokee
vehicles, the headlamp delay timeout can be set to
30, 60 or 90 seconds. This timeout only occurs when
the ignition is turned off prior to turning the head-
lamps off, or when leaving the headlamps in AUTO
mode.
SERVICE INTERVAL
Currently available only on Jeep Grand Cherokee
vehicles, the interval for the service reminder mes-
sage can be set from 3,219 kilometers to 12,070 kilo-
meters (2,000 miles to 7,500 miles).
EASY EXIT SEAT
Currently available only on Jeep Grand Cherokee
Limited vehicles, the driver's seat will reposition
55mm (2.1 inches) rearward, or the end of travel if
less than 55mm (2.1 inches) and full downward when
the key is removed from the ignition. This feature
allows ease of exiting the vehicle. The seat will repo-
sition itself to the memory location when the vehicle
is unlocked using the RKE transmitter or by pressing
the memory buttons on the door panel.
APPEARANCE TIPS
CLEANING
(1) Before delivering the new vehicle to the cus-
tomer, the following checks on appearance details are
recommended:
²Wash the vehicle to remove all traces of road
grime and other dirt on the car from new vehicle
preparation operations
²Clean the tire sidewalls
²Clean exterior and interior glass surfaces
²Remove all protective covers
²Remove undercoat overspray, excess window
sealer, and excess weatherstrip adhesive
²Inspect interior trim, seats, carpeting, and mold-
ings. Clean as necessary
²Remove shipping and inspection stickers
BR/BENEW VEHICLE PREPARATION 30 - 21
PROGRAMMABLE ELECTRONIC FEATURES (Continued)

CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP -
INSTALLATION........................8L-6
CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP -
REMOVAL...........................8L-6
CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP
UNIT - INSTALLATION..................8L-6
CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP
UNIT - REMOVAL.....................8L-6
CENTER SEAT ARMREST/CONSOLE -
INSTALLATION......................23-132
CENTER SEAT ARMREST/CONSOLE -
REMOVAL.........................23-132
CENTER SEAT ARMREST/LATCH COVER -
INSTALLATION......................23-132
CENTER SEAT ARMREST/LATCH COVER -
REMOVAL.........................23-132
CENTERING - STANDARD PROCEDURE,
CLOCKSPRING......................8O-11
CENTRAL TIMER MODULE - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING........................8E-4
CERTIFICATION LABEL - DESCRIPTION,
VEHICLE SAFETY..................Intro.-12
CHAIN COVER(S) - INSTALLATION,
TIMING BELT..........9-113,9-169,9-226,9-56
CHAIN COVER(S) - REMOVAL, TIMING
BELT ................9-113,9-169,9-225,9-56
CHAIN STRETCH - INSPECTION,
MEASURING TIMING....9-114,9-170,9-227,9-58
CHANNEL - INSTALLATION, GLASS RUN . . 23-70
CHANNEL - REMOVAL, GLASS RUN......23-70
CHARGE - STANDARD PROCEDURE,
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM...............24-46
CHARGE AIR COOLER AND PLUMBING -
CLEANING..........................11-18
CHARGE AIR COOLER AND PLUMBING -
DESCRIPTION.......................11-17
CHARGE AIR COOLER AND PLUMBING -
INSPECTION........................11-18
CHARGE AIR COOLER AND PLUMBING -
INSTALLATION.......................11-18
CHARGE AIR COOLER AND PLUMBING -
OPERATION.........................11-17
CHARGE AIR COOLER AND PLUMBING -
REMOVAL..........................11-17
CHARGING - DESCRIPTION.............8F-27
CHARGING - OPERATION..............8F-27
CHARGING - STANDARD PROCEDURE,
BATTERY............................8F-9
CHARGING SYSTEM - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING...........................8F-27
CHART, SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE........5-3
CHART, SPECIFICATIONS -
TORQUE.............19-19,19-39,19-41,19-9
CHART, SPECIFICATIONS -
TORQUE.....................2-15,2-27,2-8
CHART, SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE......22-11
CHARTS - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING,
DIAGNOSIS......21-149,21-320,21-492,21-663
CHARTS - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING,
SMOKE DIAGNOSIS...................9-234
CHASSIS ADAPTER BRACKET -
INSTALLATION, CAB...................13-9
CHASSIS ADAPTER BRACKET -
REMOVAL, CAB.......................13-9
CHECK - INSTALLATION...............23-78
CHECK - REMOVAL...................23-78
CHECK - STANDARD PROCEDURE,
COOLANT LEVEL......................7-16
CHECK - STANDARD PROCEDURE, FLUID
LEVEL..........21-199,21-370,21-545,21-715
CHECK - STANDARD PROCEDURE, OIL
PUMP VOLUME . . . 21-209,21-379,21-554,21-724
CHECK CABLE - INSTALLATION.........23-63
CHECK CABLE - REMOVAL.............23-62
CHECK GAUGES INDICATOR -
DESCRIPTION.......................8J-17
CHECK GAUGES INDICATOR -
OPERATION.........................8J-17
CHECK OUT - STANDARD PROCEDURE,
OWNER............................30-22
CHECK VALVE - DESCRIPTION, ONE WAY . 25-30
CHECK VALVE - DESCRIPTION, VACUUM
. . 24-28
CHECK VALVE - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING, ONE-WAY
..................25-30
CHECK VALVE - INSTALLATION, ONE
WAY
...............................25-30
CHECK VALVE - INSTALLATION, VACUUM
. 24-29
CHECK VALVE - OPERATION, ONE WAY
. . . 25-30CHECK VALVE - OPERATION, VACUUM....24-28
CHECK VALVE - REMOVAL, ONE WAY....25-30
CHECK VALVE - REMOVAL, VACUUM.....24-29
CHECKING BATTERY ELECTROLYTE
LEVEL - STANDARD PROCEDURE.........8F-8
CHECKING TRANSMISSION CLUTCH AND
BAND OPERATION - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING, AIR................21-147,21-318
CHECKS - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING,
PRELIMINARY.........................7-4
CHILD TETHER - INSTALLATION..........8O-9
CHILD TETHER - REMOVAL.............8O-9
CHIME WARNING SYSTEM -
DESCRIPTION........................8B-1
CHIME WARNING SYSTEM - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING........................8B-2
CHIME WARNING SYSTEM - OPERATION . . . 8B-1
CHOKE RELAY - DESCRIPTION, RADIO....8A-8
CHOKE RELAY - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING, RADIO......................8A-8
CHOKE RELAY - INSTALLATION, RADIO....8A-9
CHOKE RELAY - OPERATION, RADIO......8A-8
CHOKE RELAY - REMOVAL, RADIO.......8A-9
CIGAR LIGHTER - DIAGNOSIS &
TESTING.........................8W-97-2
CIGAR LIGHTER OUTLET - DESCRIPTION . 8W-97-2
CIGAR LIGHTER OUTLET -
INSTALLATION....................8W-97-3
CIGAR LIGHTER OUTLET - OPERATION . 8W-97-2
CIGAR LIGHTER OUTLET - REMOVAL....8W-97-3
CIRCUIT ACTUATION TEST MODE -
DESCRIPTION........................25-1
CIRCUIT BREAKER - DESCRIPTION....8W-97-4
CIRCUIT BREAKER - DIAGNOSIS &
TESTING.........................8W-97-4
CIRCUIT SENSE - DESCRIPTION,
IGNITION...........................8E-17
CIRCUIT SENSE - OPERATION, IGNITION . . 8E-19
CIRCUITS - DIESEL - OPERATION,
NON-MONITORED....................25-23
CIRCUITS - GAS ENGINES - OPERATION,
NON-MONITORED....................25-22
CLAMPS - DESCRIPTION, HOSE...........7-2
CLAMPS - OPERATION, HOSE.............7-2
CLASSIFICATION OF LUBRICANTS -
STANDARD PROCEDURE.................0-3
CLEANER ELEMENT - INSTALLATION,
AIR ...............................9-245
CLEANER ELEMENT - REMOVAL, AIR.....9-244
CLEANING AND INSPECTION, OIL
COOLER & LINES....................9-296
CLEANING, APPEARANCE TIPS..........30-21
CLEANING/REVERSE FLUSHING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE, COOLING
SYSTEM............................7-16
CLEARANCE - STANDARD PROCEDURE,
CONNECTING ROD BEARING AND
CRANKSHAFT JOURNAL...............9-274
CLEARANCE - STANDARD PROCEDURE,
MAIN BEARING......................9-275
CLEARANCE LAMP - INSTALLATION.......8L-6
CLEARANCE LAMP - REMOVAL..........8L-6
CLOCKSPRING - DESCRIPTION.........8O-10
CLOCKSPRING - INSTALLATION.........8O-13
CLOCKSPRING - OPERATION...........8O-10
CLOCKSPRING - REMOVAL............8O-11
CLOCKSPRING CENTERING - STANDARD
PROCEDURE........................8O-11
CLOSURE PANEL TRIM - INSTALLATION,
REAR.............................23-121
CLOSURE PANEL TRIM - REMOVAL,
REAR.............................23-120
CLUB/QUAD CAB - INSTALLATION.......8O-20
CLUB/QUAD CAB - REMOVAL...........8O-19
CLUSTER - ASSEMBLY, INSTRUMENT....8J-13
CLUSTER - DESCRIPTION, INSTRUMENT . . . 8J-2
CLUSTER - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING,
INSTRUMENT........................8J-6
CLUSTER - DISASSEMBLY, INSTRUMENT . . 8J-11
CLUSTER - INSTALLATION, INSTRUMENT . 8J-14
CLUSTER - OPERATION, INSTRUMENT.....8J-3
CLUSTER - REMOVAL, INSTRUMENT
.....8J-10
CLUSTER BEZEL - INSTALLATION
.......23-110
CLUSTER BEZEL - REMOVAL
..........23-109
CLUTCH - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/8.0L -
DESCRIPTION, FAN DRIVE VISCOUS
......7-56
CLUTCH - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/8.0L -
OPERATION, FAN DRIVE VISCOUS
........7-56CLUTCH - 5.9L DIESEL - DESCRIPTION,
FAN DRIVE VISCOUS...................7-57
CLUTCH - 5.9L DIESEL - OPERATION,
FAN DRIVE VISCOUS...................7-57
CLUTCH - ASSEMBLY, FRONT . . . 21-206,21-376,
21-550,21-721
CLUTCH - ASSEMBLY, REAR....21-248,21-419,
21-593,21-766
CLUTCH - CLEANING, REAR....21-247,21-418,
21-593,21-765
CLUTCH - DESCRIPTION.................6-1
CLUTCH - DESCRIPTION, A/C
COMPRESSOR.......................24-13
CLUTCH - DESCRIPTION, FRONT . 21-202,21-373,
21-548,21-718
CLUTCH - DESCRIPTION, OVERDRIVE . . . 21-214,
21-385,21-560,21-731
CLUTCH - DESCRIPTION, REAR . . 21-246,21-417,
21-591,21-764
CLUTCH - DIAGNOSTIC AND TESTING......6-2
CLUTCH - DISASSEMBLY, FRONT......21-202,
21-373,21-549,21-719
CLUTCH - DISASSEMBLY, REAR . 21-247,21-418,
21-592,21-765
CLUTCH - INSPECTION, A/C
COMPRESSOR.......................24-16
CLUTCH - INSPECTION, FRONT . . 21-205,21-376,
21-550,21-721
CLUTCH - INSPECTION, REAR . . . 21-248,21-419,
21-593,21-765
CLUTCH - INSTALLATION, A/C
COMPRESSOR.......................24-16
CLUTCH - OPERATION....................6-1
CLUTCH - OPERATION, A/C
COMPRESSOR.......................24-13
CLUTCH - OPERATION, FRONT . . 21-202,21-373,
21-548,21-718
CLUTCH - OPERATION, OVERDRIVE....21-214,
21-385,21-560,21-731
CLUTCH - OPERATION, REAR . . . 21-246,21-417,
21-592,21-764
CLUTCH - REMOVAL, A/C COMPRESSOR . . 24-14
CLUTCH - SPECIFICATIONS...............6-7
CLUTCH - WARNING....................6-2
CLUTCH AND BAND OPERATION -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING, AIR
CHECKING TRANSMISSION......21-147,21-318
CLUTCH AND BAND OPERATION -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING, AIR
TESTING TRANSMISSION.......21-490,21-661
CLUTCH BREAK-IN - STANDARD
PROCEDURE, A/C COMPRESSOR........24-13
CLUTCH CAM/OVERDRIVE PISTON
RETAINER - ASSEMBLY,
OVERRUNNING . . . 21-236,21-406,21-581,21-752
CLUTCH CAM/OVERDRIVE PISTON
RETAINER - CLEANING, OVERRUNNING . 21-236,
21-406,21-580,21-752
CLUTCH CAM/OVERDRIVE PISTON
RETAINER - DESCRIPTION,
OVERRUNNING . . . 21-235,21-405,21-580,21-751
CLUTCH CAM/OVERDRIVE PISTON
RETAINER - DISASSEMBLY,
OVERRUNNING . . . 21-235,21-405,21-580,21-751
CLUTCH CAM/OVERDRIVE PISTON
RETAINER - INSPECTION,
OVERRUNNING . . . 21-236,21-406,21-580,21-752
CLUTCH CAM/OVERDRIVE PISTON
RETAINER - OPERATION,
OVERRUNNING . . . 21-235,21-405,21-580,21-751
CLUTCH COIL - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING, A/C COMPRESSOR...........24-13
CLUTCH DISC - DESCRIPTION............6-7
CLUTCH DISC - INSTALLATION............6-9
CLUTCH DISC - OPERATION..............6-8
CLUTCH DISC - REMOVAL...............6-8
CLUTCH HOUSING - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING............................6-11
CLUTCH HOUSING - INSTALLATION.......6-13
CLUTCH HOUSING - REMOVAL...........6-13
CLUTCH PEDAL - INSTALLATION
.........6-19
CLUTCH PEDAL - REMOVAL
.............6-18
CLUTCH PEDAL POSITION SWITCH -
DESCRIPTION
........................6-22
CLUTCH PEDAL POSITION SWITCH -
OPERATION
..........................6-22
CLUTCH RELAY - DESCRIPTION, A/C
COMPRESSOR
.......................24-17
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