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Fuel Pump
(ABS) Ignition Run Passenger Door
20 Amp Yel- low
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Description
Driver Door
Mini Fuse 20 Amp Yel- low 15 Amp Blue PLG, OHC, Body Control Module (BCM), Naviga- tion, Hands-Free Phone (HFM) Amplifier
25 Amp Natural 15 Amp Blue HVAC, DVD, RAD, CLK,
SKREEM
380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CAUTION!
• When installing the Integrated Power Module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power Module, and possibly result in a electrical system failure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse contin- ues to blow, it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. You may: • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again.REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number Center & Rear Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 578
Front Door Courtesy Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 578
Liftgate Light(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 578
Overhead Console Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . 212–2
Visor Vanity Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . V26377
NOTE: For lighted switches, see your dealer for replace- ment instructions. All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement.MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381
LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number Back-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 921
Rear Stop, Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157
Rear Sidemarker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Fog Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9145
Front Turn Signal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157A Front Sidemarker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Standard Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H7
License. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
BULB REPLACEMENT
Standard Quad Headlights
1. Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod- ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forward away from the vehicle, disengaging the assembly from the lower attachment clip.
2. Remove the rubber boot seals. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. 4. Rotate the bulb to the left and replace the bulb. Reinstall the rubber boot seals and then the headlight module.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) — If Equipped The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube. High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the headlight switch off and the key removed. Because of this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights when the headlight switch is turned ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop- erly. See your authorized dealer for service.
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NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis- charge Headlights (HID), when the headlights are turned on there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges.
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Front Park/Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lights
1. Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod- ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forward away from the vehicle, disengaging the assembly from the lower attachment clip.
2. Twist the bulb socket to remove from the headlight module and pull the bulb from socket.
3. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and then reinstall the headlight module. Front Fog Light
1. Reach under the front fascia and grasp the front fog light bulb. 2. Twist the front fog light bulb to remove from the fog light module. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and Back-up Lights
1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Remove the two tail light assembly screws and rotate the assembly outward to remove the ball stud form the attaching grommet.
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3. Twist the socket assembly to remove it from the housing. 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the tail light assembly. License Light
1. Place a screwdriver in the slot next to the release tab and push on the release tab to remove the lens. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Replace the bulb and push on the lens until it snaps into place.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
Fuel (approximate) 89
Octane Engine Oil-With FilterCooling System *
3.5 Liter Engines (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 3.8 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-20, API Certified)
3.5 Liter Engines (Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/ 100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 3.8 Liter Engines (Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/ 100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent)
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
U.S.
23 gallons
Metric 87 liters
5.5 qts 5.0 qts
5.2 liters 4.7 liters
10.7 qts
10.1 liters
11.8 qts
11.2 liters
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant
3.5 Liter Engine Oil
3.8 Liter Engine Oil
Spark Plugs
Oil Filter, 3.5/3.8 Liter Engines Fuel Selection
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent Use API Certified SAE 10W-30 engine oil, refer to oil viscosity chart for cor- rect SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Refer to your oil filler cap for cor- rect SAE grade, meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com- partment. Mopar威 5281090 or equiv. 89 Octane
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Chassis Component Automatic Transmission AWD Power Transfer Unit AWD Overrunning Clutch AWD Rear Carrier Brake Master Cylinder
Power Steering Reservoir
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Mopar威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar威 Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent. Mopar威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar威 Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent. Mopar威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 or DOT 4+ is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids. Mopar威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONTENTS
䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . 390
䡵 Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390▫ Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393
▫ Schedule “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406M
390 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main- tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip driving. Inspection and service also should be done any time a malfunction is suspected. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis- sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of Califor- nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES There are two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle. First is Schedule “B”. It is for vehicles that are operated under the conditions that are listed below and at the beginning of the schedule. • Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C). • Stop and go driving. • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km). • More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high • Trailer towing.〫
speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).
vice).〫
• Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser- • Off-road or desert operation. If ANY of these apply to you then change your NOTE: engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the ⬙Maintenance Schedules⬙ section of this manual. NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule ⬙B⬙. Second is Schedule “A”. It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched- ule ⬙B⬙. Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi- tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 391
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in- tervals exceed 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months whichever comes first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu- racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark. • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
392 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
damage.
Once a Month • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals • Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle, brake master • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
cylinder and transmission, add as needed.
as required.
operation.
At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. • Inspect the exhaust system. • Inspect the brake hoses. • Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo- • Check the automatic transmission fluid level. • Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
nents.
SCHEDULE “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000
miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an 〫. • Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C). • Stop and go driving. • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km). • More than 50% of your driving is at sustained highspeeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).
SCHEDULE “B” 393
vice).〫
• Trailer towing.〫 • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser- • Off-road or desert operation. If ANY of these apply to you then change your NOTE: engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the ⬙Maintenance Schedules⬙ section of this manual. If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule ⬙A⬙ of the ⬙Mainte- nance Schedules⬙ section of this manual.
394 SCHEDULE “B”
Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. * Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power transfer unit fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Replace the air conditioning filter.
3, 000
(5 000 )6, 000
(10 000 )9, 000
(15 000)12, 000
(20 000)15, 000
(25 000)18, 000
(30 000)Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if nec- essary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) Inspect the PCV valve and replace as necessary.* Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power trans- fer unit fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrunning clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See the note at the end of this chart) Replace the air conditioning filter.
21, 000
(35 000)24, 000
(40 000)27, 000
(45 000)30, 000
(50 000)33, 000
(55 000)36, 000
(60 000)SCHEDULE “B” 395
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396 SCHEDULE “B”
Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. * Change the All Wheel Drive power transfer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of this chart.) Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrun- ning clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Replace the air conditioning filter.
39, 000
(65 000)42, 000
(70 000)45, 000
(75 000)48, 000
(80 000)51, 000
(85 000)54, 000
(90 000)Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) Inspect the PCV valve and replace if neces- sary.* Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if necessary. ‡ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
57, 000
(95 000)60, 000
(100 000)63, 000
(105 000)66, 000
(110 000)69, 000
(115 000)72, 000
(120 000)SCHEDULE “B” 397
398 SCHEDULE “B”
Miles (Kilometers) Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power transfer unit fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrun- ning clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Replace the air conditioning filter.
57, 000
(95 000)60, 000
(100 000)63, 000
(105 000)66, 000
(110 000)69, 000
(115 000)72, 000
(120 000)Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) Check the PCV valve and replace if necessary. Not required if previously changed.* Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if necessary. ‡
75, 000
(125 000)78, 000
(130 000)81, 000
(135 000)84, 000
(140 000)87, 000
(145 000)90, 000
(150 000)SCHEDULE “B” 399
400 SCHEDULE “B”
Miles (Kilometers) Change the All Wheel Drive power transfer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of this chart.) Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrun- ning clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Replace the air conditioning filter.
75, 000
(125 000)78, 000
(130 000)81, 000
(135 000)84, 000
(140 000)87, 000
(145 000)90, 000
(150 000)Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter * Replace engine timing belt. Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power transfer unit fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrunning clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if neces- sary. ‡ Flush and replace the engine coolant. Replace the air conditioning filter.
93, 000
(155 000)96, 000
(160 000)99, 000
(165 000)102, 000
(170 000)105, 000
(175 000)SCHEDULE “B” 401
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402 SCHEDULE “B”
Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) Inspect the PCV valve and replace as necessary.* Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if neces- sary. ‡ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power transfer unit fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Replace the air conditioning filter.
108, 000
(180 000)111, 000
(185 000)114, 000
(190 000)117, 000
(195 000)120, 000
(200 000)Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if neces- sary. ‡ Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power transfer unit fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrunning clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Replace the air conditioning filter.
123, 000
(205 000)126, 000
(210 000)129, 000
(215 000)132, 000
(220 000)135, 000
(225 000)SCHEDULE “B” 403
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404 SCHEDULE “B”
Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if neces- sary. ‡ Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) Inspect the PCV valve and replace as necessary.* Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power transfer unit fluid. (See note at the end of this chart)
138, 000
(230 000)141, 000
(235 000)144, 000
(240 000)147, 000
(245 000)150, 000
(250 000)Miles (Kilometers) Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrunning clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See note at the end of this chart) Replace the air conditioning filter. * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis- sions warranty. ‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced. Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- ceipts.
138, 000
(230 000)SCHEDULE “B” 405
141, 000
(235 000)144, 000
(240 000)147, 000
(245 000)150, 000
(250 000)NOTE: The AWD power transfer unit fluid and the AWD overrunning clutch/ rear carrier fluid must be changed at the more frequent intervals shown in sched- ule B if the vehicle is operated under any of the condi- tions noted by a diamond (〫) at the beginning of the schedule.
406 SCHEDULE “A”
SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) Replace the air conditioning filter.
6, 000
(10 000)12, 000
(20 000)18, 000
(30 000)24, 000
(40 000 )30, 000
(50 000)36, 000
(60 000)[6]
[18]
[12]
[24]
[30]
[36]
Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) Check the PCV valve and replace, if necessary.* Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if nec- essary. ‡ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60
months or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Replace the air conditioning filter.42, 000
(70 000)48, 000
(80 000)54, 000
(90 000)60, 000
(100 000)66, 000
(110 000)72, 000
(120 000)SCHEDULE “A” 407
[42]
[48]
[54]
[60]
[66]
[72]
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408 SCHEDULE “A”
Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces- sary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) Check and replace the PCV valve , if necessary.* Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if neces- sary. ‡ Replace the spark plugs. Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Replace the air conditioning filter.
78, 000
(130 000)84, 000
(140 000)90, 000
(150 000)96, 000
(160 000)100, 000
(165 000)[78]
[84]
[96]
[90]
Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace engine timing belt. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) Check the PCV valve and replace, if necessary.* Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if necessary. ‡ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months, if not done at 100,000 miles (160 000 km). Replace the air conditioning filter.
SCHEDULE “A” 409
102, 000
(170 000)[102]
108, 000
(180 000)[108]
114, 000
(190 000)[114]
120, 000
(200 000)[120]
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410 SCHEDULE “A”
Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate Tires Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) Check the PCV valve and replace, if necessary.* Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if necessary. ‡ Replace the air conditioning filter. * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis- sions warranty. ‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
126, 000
(210 000)[126]
132, 000
(220 000)[132]
138, 000
(230 000)[138]
144, 000
(240 000)150, 000
(250, 000)[144]
[150]
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- ceipts.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
SCHEDULE “A” 411
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CONTENTS
䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For
Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414
▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 414
▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414
▫ Be Reasonable With Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414
䡵 If You Need Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414
䡵 Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only) . . . . . 417
䡵 Mopar威 Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417䡵 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417
▫ In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417
䡵 Publication Order Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418
䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform TireQuality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419
▫ Treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419
▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420
▫ Temperature Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420 9414 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty, discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s service history. This can often provide a clue to the current problem. Prepare A List Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident, or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests If you list a number of items, and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an ap- pointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy with our products and services. Warranty service must be done by an authorized Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealer. We strongly recommend that you take your vehicle to your selling dealer. They know you and your vehicle best, and are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality service. The manufacturer’s dealers have the facilities, factory-trained
technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership. They want to know if you need assistance. • If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you
may contact the Manufacturer’s Customer Center.
Any communication to the Manufacturer’s Customer Center should include the following information: • Owner’s name and address • Owner’s telephone number (home and office) • Dealership name
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 415
• Vehicle identification number • Vehicle delivery date and mileage DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P.O. Box 21–8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004
Phone: (800) 992-1997
DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone —(800) 465–2001
In Mexico contact: Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240
Sante Fe C.P. 05109
Mexico, D. F. In Mexico (915) 729–1248 or 729–1240
Outside Mexico (525) 729–1248 or 729–1240416 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY. Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex- pected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands be- hind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts. If you purchased a manufacturer’s Service Contract, you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery date. If you have any questions about your service
contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na- tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922. The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer’s Service Contract. If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer’s Service Contract, and you require service after your manufactur- er’s new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer to your contract documents, and contact the person listed in those documents. We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with your ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns.
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to this vehicle.
MOPAR姞 PARTS Mopar威 fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra- tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
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campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, and the manufacturer. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– 9153), or go to http://www.NHTSA.gov. or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Dept. of Transportation, Washington DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. In Canada: If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer Service Department imme- diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should write to Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9.
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These comprehensive service manuals provide the information that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintaining, servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams and charts.
• Diagnostic Procedure Manuals.
Filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations, these practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer- controlled vehicle systems and features. They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshooting and driveability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment.
• Owner’s Manuals.
These manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler group vehicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and maintenance pro- cedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips.
Call Toll Free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at: • www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com • www.daimlerchrysler.ca/manuals DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories estab- lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis- tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car.
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All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements in Addition to These Grades. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con- ditions on a specified government test course. For ex- ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1
1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.420 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
Traction Grades The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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422 INDEX
Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132,357
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Additives, Fuel Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235,240
Air Conditioning Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Air Conditioning Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253,354
Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . 235,240,243,353
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control . . . . . . . . 236
Air Pressure, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Airbag Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Airbag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49,50,59,72,175
Airbag Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Alarm System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Alignment and Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290Disposal
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 266,291,370
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . 359,360,386
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . . . . 26
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . 26
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Auto Down Power Windows Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17,18
Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . . 243
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388
Interlock System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Reset Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262Selection Of Lubricant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367,388
Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Special Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367
Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
Fluid and Filter Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369
Fluid Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369
Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367
Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139,264Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . 24
