2009 Chrysler Aspen Owner Manual Supplement Hybrid - Page 100

2009 Chrysler Aspen Manual

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98 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • A Hybrid vehicle that is in DRIVE with the "READY" light illuminated and gas engine stopped, is NOT a substitute for the NEUTRAL position. The vehicle can creep in DRIVE or REVERSE when the "READY" light is illuminated. FUSES 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 suggests a problem in the circuit that must be corrected. NOTE: If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for longer than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. You may do this by disconnecting the 12-Volt battery or by disconnecting the two ignition-off draw (I.O.D.) fuses located in the auxiliary Power Distribution Center (PDC) in the engine compartment. The I.O.D. cavities include a snap-in retainer that allows the CAUTION! Car wash equipment damage, vehicle damage or a potential accident event could result if the car wash facility instructions for PARK, NEUTRAL, DRIVE and REVERSE are not followed.

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A Hybrid vehicle that is in DRIVE with the “READY”
light illuminated and gas engine stopped, is NOT a
substitute for the NEUTRAL position. The vehicle can
creep in DRIVE or REVERSE when the “READY” light
is illuminated.
CAUTION!
Car wash equipment damage, vehicle damage or a
potential accident event could result if the car wash
facility instructions for PARK, NEUTRAL, DRIVE
and REVERSE are not followed.
FUSES
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 suggests a
problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
NOTE:
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for
longer than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect
your battery. You may do this by disconnecting the
12-Volt battery or by disconnecting the two ignition-off
draw (I.O.D.) fuses located in the auxiliary Power Distri-
bution Center (PDC) in the engine compartment. The
I.O.D. cavities include a snap-in retainer that allows the
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE