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WARNING! (Continued)
•Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is
running.
•A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground while filling.
NOTE:
•Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound.
This is an indication that the gas cap is tightened
properly. The MIL in the instrument cluster may turn
on if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure
that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is
refueled.
•When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel
tank is full.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“gASCAP” message will display in the instrument clus-
ter. Tighten the gas cap until a “clicking” sound is heard.
This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tight-
ened. Press the trip odometer reset button to turn off the
message. If the problem persists, the message will appear
the next time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a
damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row,
the system will turn on the MIL. Resolving the problem
will turn the MIL light off.
VEHICLE LOADING
Certification Label
As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin-
istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label
affixed to the driver’s side door or B-Pillar.
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WARNING!
•Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have an
accident.
•Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing you should allow for addi-
tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. Failure to do so could result in an
accident.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may include a four and seven-
pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer har-
ness and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
wiring harness.
The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle
but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
Refer to the following illustrations.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Before recreational towing, perform the procedure
outlined under “Shifting into NEUTRAL” to be
certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL.
Otherwise, internal damage will result.
•Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on
your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you leave the
vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the
NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the
parking brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL position
disengages both the front driveshaft and rear drive-
shaft from the powertrain and it will allow the
vehicle to move despite the transmission position.
The parking brake should always be applied when
the driver is not in the vehicle.
Shifting into NEUTRAL
Perform the following procedure to prepare your vehicle
for recreational towing:
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Turn OFF the engine.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
4. Press the brake pedal.
5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
6. Use the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object to
press the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL button for
four seconds. After the shift is complete, and the NEU-
TRAL light turns on, release the NEUTRAL button.
7. Start the engine.
8. Shift the transmission into REVERSE.
9. Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure
that there is no vehicle movement.
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WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make
the vehicle less stable and cause an accident. It could
slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the
vehicle only enough to remove the tire.
6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel.
7. Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle and install
lug nuts with the cone-shaped end toward the wheel.
Lightly tighten the nuts. To avoid the risk of forcing the
vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the nuts fully until the
vehicle has been lowered.
8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left,
and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the
wrench while tightening for increased leverage. Alternate
nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. The correct
wheel nut tightness is 95 ft lb (130 N·m). If in doubt about
the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque
wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service station.
10. Lower the jack to it’s fully closed position.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop, could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
the places provided.
11. Secure the tire, jack, and tools in their proper
locations.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 401
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•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the
proper maintenance 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 would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when
performing under hood services or immediately if the
“Brake Warning Light” 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. Brake fluid level
should be checked when pads are replaced. 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 “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for the correct fluid type.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429
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WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
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.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPARGlass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instruments, which may
scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439
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About Your Brakes....................... 320
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ............321,324
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 425
Adding Fuel ........................... 370
Additives, Fuel ......................... 368
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 416
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 418
Air Conditioning ........................ 274
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 274
Air Conditioning Filter .................284,419
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 285
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............418,419
Air Conditioning System .............274,277,418
Air Filter .............................. 416
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 347
Airbag ................................ 53
Airbag Deployment ....................... 65
Airbag Light ....................... 68,83,215
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 67 Alarm, Panic
............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................18,214
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 267
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........424,425,450
Disposal ............................ 427
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............321,324
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 206
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Anti-Theft System ....................... 214
Appearance Care ........................ 435
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 18
Assist, Hill Start ........................ 328
Assistance Towing ....................... 108
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 35
Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 32
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 90
Automatic Door Locks ................... 31,32
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Automatic Headlights.................... 143
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ..........212,218
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 277
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 294
Special Additives ...................... 431
Automatic Transmission .............296,430,431
Adding Fluid ...................... 431,452
Fluid and Filter Changes ..............430,431
Fluid Change ......................... 431
Fluid Level Check ..................... 430
Fluid Type ........................... 452
Gear Ranges ......................... 297
Special Additives ...................... 431
Torque Converter ...................... 301
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...... 180
Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 180
Axle Fluid ............................. 452
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 452Battery
............................... 417
Emergency Starting ..................... 402
Gas Caution .......................... 417
Jump Starting ......................... 402
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 25
Belts, Seat ............................ 43,82
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 419
B-Pillar Location ........................ 342
Brake Assist System ...................... 325
Brake Assist Warning Light ................. 208
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 324
Brake Fluid ............................ 452
Brake, Parking .......................... 320
Brake System ........................... 429
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................... 321,324
Fluid Check ....................... 429,452
Master Cylinder ....................... 429
Parking ............................. 320
Warning Light ........................ 213
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Brakes............................... 429
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 295
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 80
Brightness, Interior Lights .................. 148
Bulb Replacement ..................... 446,447
Bulbs, Light .......................... 83,446
Calibration, Compass ..................... 221
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 450
Caps, Filler Fuel ............................... 370
Oil (Engine) .......................... 415
Power Steering ........................ 319
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 426
Car Washes ............................ 435
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............81,369
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 190
Cargo Area Features ...................... 186
Cargo Compartment ...................... 186 Light
............................... 148
Cargo Light ............................ 148
Cargo Load Floor ........................ 186
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 188
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 371
Cellular Phone .......................... 94
Certification Label ....................... 371
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 395
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 339
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............204,411
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 81
Checks, Safety ........................... 81
Child Restraint .................... 71,72,76,78
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............74,76
Child Safety Locks ........................ 33
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 366
Cleaning Windshield Wiper Blades ................ 420
482 INDEX

Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 147
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... 413
Power Steering ........................ 319
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 427
Engine Oil ........................... 415
Door Locks ............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 31
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 165
Driving ............................ 313,314
Off-Pavement ......................... 314
Off-Road ............................ 314
On Hills ............................ 314
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 314
When to Use Low Range ................. 314
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 92 Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)
...... 180
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 180
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 324
Anti-Lock Brake System ................. 324
Brake Assist System .................... 325
Electronic Roll Mitigation ................ 326
Electronic Stability Program ............... 332
Traction Control System ................. 325
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ............. 326
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 155
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) .........208,332
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 215
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 394
Jacking ............................. 395
Jump Starting ......................... 402
Overheating .......................... 394
Towing ............................. 404
Emission Control System Maintenance ...... 411,454
484 INDEX