VIN CODE ID EXPLANATION
Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label. See VIN example below.
VIN Code ID Explanation. Scheme 5
SEVERE & NORMAL SERVICE DEFINITIONS
Note. Use the Severe Service schedule if the vehicle to be serviced is operated under ANY (one or more) of these conditions
Service is recommended at mileage intervals based on vehicle operation. Service schedules are based on the following primary operating conditions
Severe Service
- Dusty Conditions
- Towing
- Short Trips (Less Than 5 Miles), At Freezing Temperatures
- Hot Weather, Sustained high speed Driving
- Stop-And-Go Driving
- Frequent Short Trips (less than 10 miles)
- Long periods of engine idling
- Taxi, Police or delivery service
- Day and night temperatures below freezing
Normal Service
- Driven More Than 10 Miles Daily
- No Severe Service Operating Conditions
ENGINE OIL & FILTER CHANGE INTERVAL INFORMATION
If vehicle is driven less than 7500 miles during a 12-month period, replace oil filter at each oil change.
SERVICE LABOR TIMES
Note. Labor times are provided, where available, within appropriate SERVICE INTERVAL table in SCHEDULED SERVICES article.
TIRE INFLATION
The tire specification decal is located on rear of the driver's door.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) AIR BAG SYSTEM
Note. See the AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article in the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT Section.
The SRS has no user-servicable parts. Always have servicing done by an authorized dealer.
When performing maintenance on air bag equipped vehicles always observe proper safety precautions.
| WARNING | To avoid injury from accidental air bag deployment, read and carefully follow all warnings and service precautions. See appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article in the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT section. |
| CAUTION | Disconnect negative battery cable before servicing any air bag system, steering column or passenger side dash component. After any repair, turn ignition key to the ON position from passenger's side of vehicle in case of accidental air bag inflation |
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
| CAUTION | Never mix different diameter tires. On loose or uneven surfaces, the ABS system may require longer stopping distances than conventional brake systems. Exercise caution when removing mud or snow from the wheels so as not to damage the ABS wiring or speed sensors. |
BATTERY WARNING
| WARNING | When battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with computers may lose memory data. When battery power is restored, driveability problems may exist on some vehicles. These vehicles may require a relearn procedure. See appropriate COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section below. |
REPLACING BLOWN FUSES
| CAUTION | Before replacing a blown fuse, remove ignition key, turn off all lights and accessories to avoid damaging the electrical system. Be sure to use fuse with the correct indicated amperage rating. The use of an incorrect amperage rating fuse may result in a dangerous electrical system overload. |
BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR
| CAUTION | Indicator will cause a squealing or scraping noise, warning that brake pads need replacement. |
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
| CAUTION | Continued operation of vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause converter to overheat, resulting in possible damage to converter and vehicle. |
COOLANT (PROPYLENE-GLYCOL FORMULATIONS)
| CAUTION | To avoid possible damage to vehicle use only ethylene-glycol based coolants with a mixture ratio from 44-68% anti-freeze. DO NOT use 100% anti-freeze as it will cause the formation of cooling system deposits. This results in coolant temperatures of over 300° F (149°C) which can melt plastics. 100% anti-freeze has a freeze point of only -8° F (-22°C). |
| CAUTION | Propylene-Glycol Mixtures has a smaller temperature range than Ethylene-Glycol. The temperature range (freeze-boil) of a 50/50 Anti-Freeze/Water Mix is as follows: Propylene-Glycol -26° F (-32°C) - 257° F (125°C); Ethylene-Glycol -35° F (-37°C) - 263° F (128°C). |
| CAUTION | Propylene-Glycol/Ethylene-Glycol Mixtures can cause the destabilization of various corrosion inhibitors. Also Propylene-Glycol/Ethylene-Glycol has a different specific gravity than Ethylene-Glycol coolant, which will result in inaccurate freeze point calculations. |
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD) PARTS
| WARNING | Many solid state electrical components can be damaged by static electricity (ESD). Some will display a warning label, but many will not. Discharge personal static electricity by touching a metal ground point on the vehicle prior to servicing any ESD sensitive component. |
ENGINE OIL
| CAUTION | Never use non-detergent or straight mineral oil. |
FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE
| WARNING | Relieve fuel system pressure prior to servicing any fuel system component (fuel injection models). |
HALOGEN BULBS
| WARNING | Halogen bulbs contain pressurized gas which may explode if overheated. DO NOT touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands. Eye protection should be worn when handling or working around halogen bulbs. |
RADIATOR CAP
| CAUTION | Always disconnect the fan motor when working near the radiator fan. The fan is temperature controlled and could start at any time even when the ignition key is in the OFF position. DO NOT loosen or remove radiator cap when cooling system is hot. |
RADIATOR FAN
| WARNING | Keep hands away from radiator fan. Fan is controlled by a thermostatic switch which may come on or run for up to 15 minutes even after engine is turned off. |
TIRE SEALANTS
| CAUTION | Tire Sealants that are injected through the valve stem are NOT TO BE USED to service punctured tires because they can produce wheel rust and tire imbalance. |
WARRANTY INFORMATION
| CAUTION | Due to the different warranties offered in various regions and the variety of after-market extended warranties available, please refer to the warranty package that came with the vehicle to verify all warranty options. |
CUSTOMER ONE CARE WARRANTY
All 1995 Chrysler Corporation vehicles are covered by the Customer One Care Warranty, which provides 3 year/36,000 mile coverage.
Warranty coverage can be transferred to at no cost to second owner and begins on the earlier of two start dates
- Date original customer took delivery.
- Date vehicle was put into service (Demo).
Warranty does not cover any repair due to poor or improper maintenance. Warranty does not cover costs of damage due to use of contaminated fluids and/or the use of fluids not recommnded in the vehicles owners manual.
Warranty does not cover any costs of scheduled maintenance, or the cost of worn wiper blades, worn brake pads/linings or worn clutch linings. These are normal maintenance parts that all vehicles require.
BASIC NEW CAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Warranty covers any repairs to vehicle components (tires excluded) which have proven defective in material and workmanship during normal use. Warranty repairs (parts and labor) will be made by the dealer at no charge. Beginning at warranty start date, warranty lasts for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Warranty covers every Chrysler supplied part of vehicle EXCEPT its tires and OKI cellular telephone (Tires and Telephone are covered by seperate warranties offered by their manufacturers).
Under the 36-month/36,000-mile warranty, the following items are only warranted for the first 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first
- Brakes (Rotors, Pads, Linings & Drums)
- Wiper Blades
- Clutch Discs
CORROSION COVERAGE
Applies to perforations of body sheet metal due to corrosion only. Perforation means a rust-through condition, such as an actual hole in a sheet metal panel. Cosmetic or surface corrosion (resulting from stone chips or scratches in the paint, for example) would not be repaired under this coverage which begins at warranty start date and lasts for 36 months regardless of mileage.
Since the car was designed and built to resist corrosion, use of additional rust-inhibiting materials is not necessary and not a requirement under Corrosion Coverage for any sheet metal panel. Outer-body sheet metal panel limits are 7 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.
EMISSION SYSTEM "DEFECT" & "PERFORMANCE" WARRANTIES (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA)
Under the Defect Warranty, Chrysler warrants that the vehicle is free from defects in material and workmanship which would cause it to fail to meet Federal standards for emission control systems set at the time the vehicle was built.
The Performance Warranty covers all costs of repairing or adjusting any components or parts, as needed, in order for the vehicle to pass a Federally-approved state or local emissions test.
The following is a list of some of the primary components that affect the emissions of the vehicle and are covered by both warranties.
Other emission control parts, related to these components, are covered by the Performance Warranty, where applicable. If another part fails due to the failure of one of these components, both parts are covered. Warranties begin on warranty start date and last for 5 years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
FEDERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY
Warranty covers the following components (if so equipped) and begins at warranty start date and lasts for a period of 2 years or 24,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Some emission-related parts are warranted for 8 years or 80,000 miles whichever occurs first, and will be repaired or replaced by manufacturer if found to be defective in material or workmanship. See customer's copy of warranty information for specific items covered.
- AIR System Controls
- Distributor/Components
- Electronic Fuel Injection System (including injector)
- Engine Exhaust Manifold
- Engine speed sensors
- Evaporator Canister and Controls
- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve And Control System
- Exhaust Pipes (between Engine Manifold & Catalyst)
- Ignition Coil
- Intake Manifold
- Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
- Secondary Ignition Wires
- Spark Plugs
- Vapor Storage Canister And controls
- Temperature Sensors
- Throttle Body
- Vacuum Hoses, Clamps, Fittings And Tubing
- Vacuum, Temperature, Altitude, Speed And Time-Sensitive Valves And Switches
Warranty covers the following components (if so equipped) and begins at warranty start date and lasts for a period of 8 years or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
- Catalytic Converter
- Malfuntion Indicator Light (Check Engine Light)
- On-Board Diagnostic Connector
- Powertrain Control Module
Note. Some of these parts require scheduled replacement, as described in the vehicle's Owner's Manual. These parts are warranted only until the time they are first scheduled to be replaced.
EMISSION "PERFORMANCE" WARRANTY (CALIFORNIA)
If vehicle fails a Smog Check inspection, all necessary repairs and adjustments will be made by manufacturer to ensure that the vehicle passes the inspection. Warranty begins at warranty start date and lasts for a period of 3 years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
EMISSION "DEFECT" WARRANTY (CALIFORNIA)
If any emission-related part on the vehicle is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by manufacturer. Warranty begins at warranty start date and lasts for a period of 3 years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Some emission-related parts are warranted for 7 years or 70,000 miles whichever occurs first, and will be repaired or replaced by manufacturer if found to be defective in material or workmanship. See customer's copy of warranty information for specific items covered.
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Included in the Customer One Care Warranty is 24 Hour Roadside Assistance coverage, which provides the following services
- Flat Tire Service
- Out of Gas
- Battery Jump Assistance
- Lockout Service
- Towing Service
Note. 24 Hour Roadside Assistance phone number is 800-521-2779
TOWING
Warranty covers cost of towing vehicle to nearest Chrysler Corporation Dealer, if vehicle cannot be driven because of failure of a covered part.
AIR BAG WARRANTY
Warranty covers components listed below for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, with no deductible, starting from vehicles's warranty state date.
- Air Bag Module
- Clockspring Switch Assembly
- Front Impact Sensors
- Air Bag System Diagnostic Module