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regularly available automotive interior cleaning and pro- tecting products. Using a mild soap and water solution is also acceptable. Excess cleaning materials should be wiped dry with a soft terry cloth. Any harsh detergents, abrasives, abrasive cleaners, cleansers, or chemicals should be avoided, as these will damage the wood trim. 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.


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• Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp rag.


• Dry with a soft tissue. Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage will also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly.


CONVERTIBLE TOP CARE Immediate removal of any contaminant is recommended. Regular washing of the top will enhance its life and appearance, and make successive cleanings easier. Do not subject the top to excessive heat. Frequently vacuum the top and storage compartment. Washing Hand washing is highly recommended. Automatic car washing equipment can damage the top material. If you must use an automatic car wash, soft cloth systems are preferred.


CAUTION!


Avoid high pressure car washes, as they can damage the top material. Also, increased water pressure may force water past the weather strips.


General Cleaning Careful vacuuming of the top before washing is helpful in removing dust and other foreign particles. Wash in partial shade instead of direct sun. Wet the entire vehicle before washing the top. The top should be washed with a soft, natural bristle scrub brush, and a mild soap solution such as liquid dish washing soap. Do not use detergent.


CAUTION!


Never use an abrasive type cleaner or bleaches. Cleaners should not contain silicones, organic sol- vents, petroleum distillates or plasticizers. always wait until the top is thoroughly dry before lowering it into the storage area.


Scrub in all directions, covering an area of about two square feet at a time. Avoid heavy scrubbing. Rinse the


MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 235


entire vehicle with water to remove all soap and dirt from the top fabric and to prevent streaking on painted and chrome surfaces. Allow the top to dry before lowering. Vacuuming the top with a wet/dry shop vacuum will decrease the top’s drying time, ensure removal of all dirt, and delete streaks in the material. Multiple cleanings may be necessary to remove stubborn stains. If stains persist, contact your local dealership for further sugges- tions. Cloth Top Additional Cleaning Procedure For additional cleaning assistance in removing stubborn stains, apply Mopar Convertible Cloth Top Cleaner # 4883061 to the complete stain, extending 2 inches (50
mm) beyond the stain. With a soft bristle brush, scrub in all directions over the stain. Avoid heavy scrubbing. Rinse the area with warm water. If the stain is still apparent, repeat the cleaning procedure. When the stain is no longer showing, rinse the complete top with warm water. Let the top dry before lowering it.


FUSES


Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)


A Power Distribution Center is located in the engine


236 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE


Cloth Top Protection For appearance purposes, you may wish to protect your Twillfast™ (cloth) top periodically. A fabric protectant such as Scotchguard威 is suggested. The top should be clean and dry before application of the protectant.


CAUTION!


Avoid getting Scotchguard威 on the surrounding weather strips, moldings, paint, or glass. Damage to these items might occur.


Weather Strip Care Lubricate all top and door glass weather strips periodi- cally with Mopar Weather Strip Lubricant (part number 4773427), to keep them soft and pliable.


Power Distribution Center


compartment, near the air cleaner. This information ap- plies to vehicles built without the fuse and relay num- bering embossed on the Power Distribution Center Top Cover. Interior Fuses


Cavity


Circuit


Fuse 30 Amp Green Blower Motor 10 Amp Red


10 Amp Red 15 Amp Blue


10 Amp Red


Fuse Panel Cover


The fuse access panel is behind the end cover at the left side of the instrument panel. To remove the panel, pull it out, as shown.


MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 237


Right High Beam Head- light, High Beam Indica- tor Left High Beam Headlight Power Door Lock Switch Illumination, Power Top Switch, Transmission Range Switch, Daytime Running Light Module (Canada), Power Win- dows, Anti-lock Brake System Module Power Door Lock and Door Lock Arm/Disarm Switches, Vanity, Reading, Map, Rear Seating, Igni- tion, and Trunk Lights, Illuminated Entry, Radio, Power Antenna, Data Link Connector, Body Control Module, Power Amplifier


238 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE


Cavity


10


11


12
13


14


Fuse 10 Amp Red Heated Rear Window In-


Circuit


20 Amp Yel- low


20 Amp Yel- low 15 Amp Blue


20 Amp Yel- low 10 Amp Red


10 Amp Red 20 Amp Yel- low 10 Amp Red


dicator Instrument cluster illumi- nation, Park and tail Lights Power Receptacle, Horns, Ignition, Fuel, Start Power Door Lock Motors (Body Control Module) Daytime Running Light Module (Canada) Instrument Cluster, Trans- mission Control, Park/ Neutral Switch, Body Control Module Left Low beam Headlight Right Low Beam Head- light, Fog Light Switch Radio


Cavity 15


Fuse 10 Amp Red


16
17
18


19


10 Amp Red 10 Amp 20 Amp C/BRKR 30 Amp C/BRKR


Circuit Turn Signal and Hazard Flashers, Wiper Switch, Seat Belt Control Module, Wiper Relays, Rear Win- dow Defroster Relay Airbag Control Module Airbag Control Module Power Seat Switch, Re- mote Trunk Release Power Windows


CAUTION!


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 continues to blow, it shows 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.


MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 239


REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS


LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PC 194
ABS Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PC 161
Fog Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PC 161
Floor Console, Courtesy Light, Door Courtesy Light, Trunk Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 562
Climate Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Traction Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PC161


LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9007
Park/Turn Signal (Front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157A Side/Marker (Front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Turn Signal (Rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3757A Fog Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 880L Center Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . . . . Dealer Service Item Tail/Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157
Tail Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W3W/2821
Back Up Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W16W/921
License Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W5W/2825


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BULB REPLACEMENT


Headlight Bulb Replacement


1. Open the hood and remove the two headlight mount- ing screws.


2. Remove the push-in fasteners by prying under the head of the fasteners with a flat bladed tool.


3. Gently pry the headlight assembly away from the fender as shown in the picture. This will free the ball stud from its retainer in the fender. Pull the headlight assem- bly away from the vehicle.


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4. Turn the retaining ring counterclockwise and remove the bulb and socket assembly.


Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life.


5. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb.


CAUTION!


6. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.


242 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE


7. Reinsert the bulb and socket assembly and turn the retaining ring clockwise to secure the bulb. 8. Reinstall the headlight assembly. Park, Turn Signal, Sidemarker Bulb Replacement


1. Open the hood and remove the two headlight assem- bly mounting screws. Pull the headlight assembly away from the vehicle.


2. Gently pry the headlight assembly away from the fender as shown in the picture. This will free the ball stud from its retainer in the fender. Pull the headlight assem- bly away from the vehicle.


3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove the bulb and socket assembly.


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Fog Light Bulb Replacement


1. Remove the screw securing the light assembly to the front fascia.


4. Pull the bulb out of the socket, replace the bulb, and reinstall the bulb and socket to the headlight assembly. Reinstall the headlight assembly.


2. Pull the bulb and socket assembly away from the vehicle to expose the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb and socket assembly.


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4. Turn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the housing.


Rear Light Bulb Replacement


1. Open the trunk and pull the trunk liner away to expose the wiring connector and light housing plastic retainers.


5. Install the new bulb and socket assembly, reattach the wiring connector, and reinstall the fog light assembly. Center Stoplight Bulb Replacement You may wish to see your dealer for service of this light. A detailed service procedure is contained in the manu- facturer’s Service Manual. Information on purchasing a Service Manual can be found at the back of this Owner’s Manual.


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License Plate Bulb Replacement


1. Locate both small slots on the outboard side of the license lamp. Using a small screwdriver, remove the entire housing. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the housing. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Replace the bulb and snap it back into place on the housing of the chrome appliqué. Headlight Aiming The headlights on your new vehicle were aimed at the factory. The factory setting was made at a no load setting. A great increase in weight will change the aiming and it may be necessary to readjust the headlights if carrying an excessive amount of weight in the trunk, rear seats or pulling a trailer. To readjust the headlights first mark the position of the headlights on a wall prior to loading the vehicle. Load the vehicle and then readjust the headlights to the original position. If any further adjustments are necessary contact your manufacturer’s dealer. A detailed service procedure is contained in the manufacturer’s Service Manual. Information on purchasing a Service Manual can be found at the back of this Owner’s Manual.


2. Disconnect the wiring connector as shown and re- move the plastic retainers. Remove the light housing from the vehicle. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the housing. Remove the bulb and reinstall the bulb and socket assembly. 4. Reinstall the light housing and reconnect the wiring connector. Push the trunk liner back into place.


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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES


Fuel (approximate) 2.4 and 2.7 Liter Engines (87 Oc-


tane)


Engine Oil-With Filter 2.4 and 2.7 Liter Engines (Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the


correct SAE grade)


Cooling System *


2.4 Liter Engines* (Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/


100,000 Mile Formula)


2.7 Liter Engines (Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/


100,000 Mile Formula)


* Includes 1 qt. for coolant tank.


U.S.


Metric


16 Gal-


lons


5 qts.


8 qts.


9.5 qts.


61 Liters


4.7 Li- ters


7.5 Li- ters


9.0 Li- ters


RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS


MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 247


Engine Component Engine Coolant


Engine Oil


Spark Plugs


Oil Filter (2.4L Engine) Oil Filter (2.7L Engine) Fuel Selection


Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Mopar威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 5W-20 and SAE 5W-30 are recommended. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label under the engine hood. Mopar威 Oil Filter (P/N 4105409) or equivalent. Mopar威 Oil Filter (P/N 5281090) or equivalent. 87 Octane


248 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE


Chassis Component Automatic Transaxle Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Steering Gear & Linkage, Ball Joints, Prop Shafts & Yokes, Wheel Bearings


Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Mopar威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar威 Brake Fluid DOT 3 Motor Vehicle. Mopar威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar威 Multi-Purpose Lubricant NLGI Grade 2.


MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES


CONTENTS


䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . 250
䡵 Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250


▫ Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
▫ Schedule “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261


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250 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 emission control devices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establish- ment or individual using any automotive part which has been certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of California, 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.〫 • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser- • Off-road or desert operation.


speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).


vice).〫


• If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)


fuel.


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 ANY of these apply to you then flush and NOTE: replace the engine coolant every 100,000 miles (160,000
km) or 60 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 251


NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6 months or 6,000 miles, 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.


Once a Month • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or


damage.


252 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES


as required.


• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct • Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for


master cylinder, and transaxle and add as needed.


operation.


proper fit.


At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. • Inspect the exhaust system.


components.


• Inspect the brake linings, hoses and calipers. • Inspect the CV joints and front and rear suspension • Check the automatic transmission fluid level. • Check the brake master cylinder fluid level. • Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps. In 2.7L Engines equipped with Flex Fuel Engine NOTE: (FFV), change engine oil every 5 months or 5,000 miles, whichever comes first. This applies to both Maintenance Schedule A and B.


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 (16.2 km). • More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high • Trailer towing.〫


speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).


SCHEDULE “B” 253


vices).〫


• Taxi, police or delivery service (commercial ser- • Off-road or desert operation. • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)


fuel.


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 ANY of these apply to you then flush and NOTE: replace the engine coolant every 100,000 miles (160,000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow schedule B of the ⬙Maintenance Schedules⬙ section of this manual.


254 SCHEDULE “B”


Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary.* Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Rotate the tires.


3,000
(5 000)


6,000
(10 000)


9,000
(14 000)


12,000
(19 000)


15,000
(24 000)


18,000
(29 000)


Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if re- quired.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect and check tension for power steering belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust or replace if re- quired. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. * Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine. Rotate the tires.


21,000
(34 000)


24,000
(38 000)


27,000
(43 000)


30,000
(48 000)


33,000
(53 000)


36,000
(58 000)


SCHEDULE “B” 255


256 SCHEDULE “B”


Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary.* Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Rotate the tires.


39,000
(62 000)


42,000
(67 000)


45,000
(72 000)


48,000
(77 000)


51,000
(82 000)


54,000
(86 000)


Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect and check tension for power steering belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust or replace if re- quired. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the ignition cables on 2.4 liter engine. Replace the accessory drive belts on the 2.7
liter engine. Replace the spark plugs on the 2.4 liter en- gine. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. *‡ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.〫 Rotate the tires. Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not done at 100,000 miles.


57,000
(91 000)


60,000
(96 000)


63,000
(101 000)


66,000
(106 000)


69,000
(110 000)


72,000
(115 000)


SCHEDULE “B” 257


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258 SCHEDULE “B”


Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect and check tension for power steering belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust or replace if re- quired. Replace the engine timing belt on 2.4 liter engine. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. Rotate the tires.


75,000
(120 000)


78,000
(125 000)


81,000
(130 000)


84,000
(134 000)


87,000
(139 000)


90,000
(144 000)


Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at 3 months. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary.* Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the spark plugs on the 2.7 liter en- gine. Check and retension accessory drive belts on 2.7 liter engine. Replace the accessory drive belts on 2.4 liter engine. Rotate the tires. Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not replaced at 60 months.


93,000
(149 000)


96,000
(154 000)


99,000
(158 000)


100,000
(160 000)


102,000
(163 000)


105,000
(168 000)


SCHEDULE “B” 259


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260 SCHEDULE “B”


Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re- placed at 3 months. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if neces- sary.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs on the 2.4 liter engine. Replace the ignition cables on the 2.4 liter engine. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, ro- tors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the accessory drive belts on 2.7 liter engine. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. * Change the automatic transmission fluid and fil- ter.〫 Flush and replace engine coolant at 120 months, if not done at 100,000 miles. Rotate the tires. * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis- sions warranty.


108,000
(174 000)


111,000
(179 000)


114,000
(183 000)


117,000
(188 000)


120,000
(193 000)


‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced. Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts.


SCHEDULE “A” 261


SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if necessary.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Rotate the tires.


6,000
(10 000)


12,000
(19 000)


18,000
(29 000)


24,000
(38 000)


30,000
(48 000)


36,000
(58 000)


[6]


[12]


[18]


[24]


[30]


[36]


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262 SCHEDULE “A”


Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect and check tension for power steering belt (2.4 Liter Engine). Adjust or replace if re- quired. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine. Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60
months, if not done at 100,000 miles. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. *‡ Replace the ignition cables on 2.4 liter en- gine. Replace the accessory drive belts in 2.7 liter engine. Rotate the tires.


42,000
(67 000)


48,000
(77 000)


54,000
(86 000)


60,000
(96 000)


66,000
(106 000)


72,000
(115 000)


[60]


[66]


[72]


[42]


[48]


[54]


Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine. Replace the spark plugs on 2.7 liter engine. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. *‡ Check and retension alternator drive belts on 2.7 liter engine. Replace the accessory drive belts on 2.4L en- gine. Rotate the tires. Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not replaced at 60 months.


78,000
(125 000)


84,000
(134 000)


90,000
(144 000)


96,000
(154 000)


100,000
(160 000)


102,000
(163 000)


SCHEDULE “A” 263


[78]


[84]


[90]


[96]


[102]


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264 SCHEDULE “A”


Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the air cleaner filter and replace if required.* Replace the air cleaner filter. Inspect the front and rear brake pads, linings, rotors, rear drums and shoes. Replace the spark plugs on 2.4 liter engine. Check and replace, if necessary, the PCV valve. *‡ Replace the engine timing belt on 2.4 liter engine. Replace the accessory drive belts in 2.7 liter engine. Replace the ignition cables on 2.4 liter engine. Flush and replace engine coolant at 120 months, if not done at 100,000 miles. Rotate the tires. * 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.


108,000
(174 000)


[108]


114,000
(183 000)


[114]


120,000
(193 000)


[120]


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” 265


IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE


CONTENTS


䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your


Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
▫ Be Reasonable With Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
䡵 If You Need Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
䡵 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
䡵 Mopar威 Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272


䡵 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
▫ In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
䡵 Publication Order Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire


Quality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
▫ Treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
▫ Traction Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
▫ Temperature Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 9


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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 you 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 • 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


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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 729–1240
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.


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 See your manufacturer’s Warranty Information Booklet for information on warranty coverage and transfer of warranty.


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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.


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U.S. ONLY


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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 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 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Wash- ington DC area) 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.


PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form. NOTE: A street address is required when ordering manuals. (No P.O. Boxes).


• Service Manuals.


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.


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• 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.) or 1–800–387–1143
(Canada) Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at: www.techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com or www.daimlerchrysler.ca/manuals


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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. 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.


Traction Grades The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con- crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- mance.


WARNING!


The traction grade is based on braking (straight- ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) performance.


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WARNING!


The temperature grade is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.


Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, repre- senting 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 passen- ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.


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278 INDEX


About Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . 222
Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Aiming Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 211
Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128,134
Air Conditioning Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . 133,139
Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134,214
Air Pressure, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Airbag Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32,34
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33,35,45,91
Airbag Light Airbag Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Alarm Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Alarm, Panic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19,96
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Alignment and Balance


Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
. . . . . . . . . 221,222,246
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Disposal Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Anti-Theft Security Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14,15
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Automatic Headlights Automatic Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . 147,149,198,227,248
Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Fluid and Filter Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Interlock System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10,148
Reset Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Selection Of Lubricant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227,248
Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Special Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173


Auxiliary Power Outlet


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82


Ball Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195,214
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Keyless Transmitter Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 19
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193,213
Belts, Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Belts, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Boot, Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
B-Pillar Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Brake, Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153,224
Anti-Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Master Cylinder Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Brake/Transmission Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . 147,149


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Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle . . . . . . 43
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Bulbs, Light


Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . 246
Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Capacity, Cargo Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Caps, Filler


Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Carpeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance . . . . . . . 126
Cassette Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102,110,113
Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109,114,119,121
CD Changer CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107,115,117,125
Center High Mounted Stop Light . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Central Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188


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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Charging System Light Chart, Tire Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35,38,40,41
Child Restraint Tether Anchors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Cigar Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236,237
Clean Air Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Cleaning Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Wood Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Coin Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Compact Disc Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Compact Disc Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Compact Disc Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102,107
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97


Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Console, Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Contract, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Convertible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Convertible Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Convertible Top Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Coolant Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Coolant Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220,223
Coolant Level Disposal of Used Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Drain, Flush, and Refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Points to Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Radiator Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Rubber and Plastic Components . . . . . . . . . . 224
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 221,246,247
Selection of Coolant Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Crankcase Emission Control System . . . . . . . . . 213


Cruise Control (Speed Control) Cruise Light Customer Assistance


. . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268


Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Dealer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Defroster, Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Defroster, Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45,131,136
Diagnostic System, Onboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

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