wiper blades Ram ProMaster 2016 Owner's Manual

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..........353
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .354
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............355
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................... .355
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................357
 DEALER SERVICE ..................... .357
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........357
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .358
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... .361▫
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................361
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .362
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............364
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............366
▫ Body Lubrication .....................368
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............369
▫ Cooling System ..................... .370
▫ Brake System ....................... .376
▫ Automatic Transmission
(3.6L Gasoline Engine Only) ..............378
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other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR Lock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces-
sary.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment
and should be checked at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator
antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to
flush out any residual water.7
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Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................32
Vehicle Certification Label ...................289
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ....................258, 289, 291
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Storage .......................... .398
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .360
Warnings And Cautions ......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .423
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .369
Washing Vehicle ......................... .381Water
Driving Through ....................... .235
Wind Buffeting ............................24
Windows ................................22
Power ................................22
Windshield Defroster ....................66, 207
Windshield Washers .....................99, 369
Fluid .................................99
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................369
Windshield Wipers .........................99
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................369
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... .100
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