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SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION ...3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...9 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...91 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...189 STARTING AND OPERATING ...289 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...385 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...407 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...459 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...475 INDEX ...485 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION ...3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...9 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...91 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...189 STARTING AND OPERATING ...289 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...385 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...407 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...459 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...475 INDEX ...485 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
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...Defrost. If side window fogging becomes a problem, increase blower speed. If Equipped NOTE: Recirculate without A/C should not be used to "Maintenance Schedules" for filter service FLOOR, MIX, or DEFROST mode. outside mirrors. air toward the side windows when the system is directed at each...as fogging may reduce airflow, and if they enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains. Vehicle windows tend to "Maintenance Procedures" A side window demister outlet is located at intervals. 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Interior fogging on the ...
...Defrost. If side window fogging becomes a problem, increase blower speed. If Equipped NOTE: Recirculate without A/C should not be used to "Maintenance Schedules" for filter service FLOOR, MIX, or DEFROST mode. outside mirrors. air toward the side windows when the system is directed at each...as fogging may reduce airflow, and if they enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains. Vehicle windows tend to "Maintenance Procedures" A side window demister outlet is located at intervals. 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Interior fogging on the ...
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...over 75 mph (120 km/h). Use snow tires only different loads and perform different steering, driving, in size and Tires on ice, skid maintenance intervals. For these tire types. These effects can be during the winter. unequal rates. The benefits of vehicles operate at safety and handling... do so may be unusual wear should not be reduced by the checked before using these reasons, they wear at type to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper While studded tires improve performance on the front and rear axles of rotation are especially worthwhile with your vehicle. Rotation ...
...over 75 mph (120 km/h). Use snow tires only different loads and perform different steering, driving, in size and Tires on ice, skid maintenance intervals. For these tire types. These effects can be during the winter. unequal rates. The benefits of vehicles operate at safety and handling... do so may be unusual wear should not be reduced by the checked before using these reasons, they wear at type to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper While studded tires improve performance on the front and rear axles of rotation are especially worthwhile with your vehicle. Rotation ...
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... AND OPERATING If you REGULARLY TOW a trailer for more than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until sive shifting and heat build-up. Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper Make sure all trailer and vehicle lights are working...
... AND OPERATING If you REGULARLY TOW a trailer for more than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until sive shifting and heat build-up. Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper Make sure all trailer and vehicle lights are working...
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... engineers who designed your vehicle to perform a service job, take your vehicle. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC dealership or qualified repair center. (Continued) WARNING! You can be badly... could result in civil penalties being assessed against you. Besides those maintenance items specified in an expert manner. CAUTION! • Failure to perform all service operations in the fixed maintenance schedule, there are available which include detailed service information for which may...
... engineers who designed your vehicle to perform a service job, take your vehicle. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC dealership or qualified repair center. (Continued) WARNING! You can be badly... could result in civil penalties being assessed against you. Besides those maintenance items specified in an expert manner. CAUTION! • Failure to perform all service operations in the fixed maintenance schedule, there are available which include detailed service information for which may...
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... pressure and an increase in for further information. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change indicator system will cause oil aeration, which can lead to "Maintenance Schedule" for scheduled maintenance. Also, be sure the oil fill cap is Petroleum Institute (API). Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of... the American The oil change intervals exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months, whichever occurs first. manufacturer only recommends Refer to loss of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Do not overfill the engine.
... pressure and an increase in for further information. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change indicator system will cause oil aeration, which can lead to "Maintenance Schedule" for scheduled maintenance. Also, be sure the oil fill cap is Petroleum Institute (API). Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of... the American The oil change intervals exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months, whichever occurs first. manufacturer only recommends Refer to loss of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Do not overfill the engine.
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...the engine compartment before starting . Maintenance-Free Battery Your vehicle is accessible without removing the tire and wheel. To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to the "Maintenance Schedule" for jump-starting the vehicle with a maintenance-free battery. Make sure that no... one is necessary for further information. cies" for repair or maintenance. Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of engine ...
...the engine compartment before starting . Maintenance-Free Battery Your vehicle is accessible without removing the tire and wheel. To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to the "Maintenance Schedule" for jump-starting the vehicle with a maintenance-free battery. Make sure that no... one is necessary for further information. cies" for repair or maintenance. Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of engine ...
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...contents. 2. on the sides of the box) with your thumb and forefinger and pulling outward while Refer to replace the filter: 1. maintenance intervals. Pivot the glove box downward. 5. Once disconnected, the dampener will retract underneath the instrument panel if you release it. Disengage ... other hand. NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C System 3. This is an ozone-saving product. Perform the following procedure to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper lightly lifting upward on the inside of the glove box and lower the door. WARNING! dampener connector (on the ...
...contents. 2. on the sides of the box) with your thumb and forefinger and pulling outward while Refer to replace the filter: 1. maintenance intervals. Pivot the glove box downward. 5. Once disconnected, the dampener will retract underneath the instrument panel if you release it. Disengage ... other hand. NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C System 3. This is an ozone-saving product. Perform the following procedure to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper lightly lifting upward on the inside of the glove box and lower the door. WARNING! dampener connector (on the ...
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... radiator. Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for any accumulation of the condenser. Properly dispose of sediment, clean and flush with a thorough rinsing to the "Maintenance Schedule" for leaks. Cooling System - Check the front of the A/C condenser for brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at anytime the ignition...
... radiator. Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for any accumulation of the condenser. Properly dispose of sediment, clean and flush with a thorough rinsing to the "Maintenance Schedule" for leaks. Cooling System - Check the front of the A/C condenser for brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at anytime the ignition...
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maintenance intervals. 7 Riding the brakes can result in an emergency. • Do not change the thermostat for the proper forming underhood services. In order to brake ... are not kinked or obstructed. • Keep the front of the condenser clean. Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when perRefer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for Summer or Winter operation. Check the fluid level in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas Master Cylinder - If your foot resting or riding on the...
maintenance intervals. 7 Riding the brakes can result in an emergency. • Do not change the thermostat for the proper forming underhood services. In order to brake ... are not kinked or obstructed. • Keep the front of the condenser clean. Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when perRefer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for Summer or Winter operation. Check the fluid level in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas Master Cylinder - If your foot resting or riding on the...
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... Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to the "Maintenance Schedule" for any reason. Transmission Fluid And Filter Changes Refer to geographic locations and usage. Six-Speed Automatic Transmission The automatic... transmission has no dipstick and is disassembled for the proper maintenance intervals. Fluid Level Check - 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Using a transmission fluid other than that recommended by...
... Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to the "Maintenance Schedule" for any reason. Transmission Fluid And Filter Changes Refer to geographic locations and usage. Six-Speed Automatic Transmission The automatic... transmission has no dipstick and is disassembled for the proper maintenance intervals. Fluid Level Check - 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Using a transmission fluid other than that recommended by...
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...oil change is time to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent maintenance may indicator system. remind you that an oil change indicator system will influence when the "Change Oil" message .... This means that an oil change indicator message will illuminate. M A I N T E N A N C E 460 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 C H E D U L E S On MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified to take your vehicle in for Have your vehicle serviced...
...oil change is time to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent maintenance may indicator system. remind you that an oil change indicator system will influence when the "Change Oil" message .... This means that an oil change indicator message will illuminate. M A I N T E N A N C E 460 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 C H E D U L E S On MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified to take your vehicle in for Have your vehicle serviced...
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... only when the level is on level ground will improve the ever comes first. If a • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. scheduled oil change is performed by A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after ... "Instrument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odometer" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for an extended period of the oil level reading. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 461 M NOTE: • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since your authorized dealer, the message can...
... only when the level is on level ground will improve the ever comes first. If a • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. scheduled oil change is performed by A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after ... "Instrument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odometer" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for an extended period of the oil level reading. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 461 M NOTE: • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since your authorized dealer, the message can...
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... add as required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for correct E operation. D U L E S 8 as needed. M A I N T E N A N C E 462 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once A Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or...
... add as required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for correct E operation. D U L E S 8 as needed. M A I N T E N A N C E 462 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once A Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or...
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... Code Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code 8 Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 463 M 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign ...any of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 8,000 miles (13 000 km). 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at 16,000 miles (26 000 km) ...
... Code Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code 8 Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 463 M 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign ...any of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 8,000 miles (13 000 km). 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at 16,000 miles (26 000 km) ...
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...24,000 miles (39 000 km). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs...seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; M 464 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or N T 18 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. replace if necessary. 8 Odometer Reading ...
...24,000 miles (39 000 km). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs...seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; M 464 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or N T 18 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. replace if necessary. 8 Odometer Reading ...
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... Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code 8 Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 465 M 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first...of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 40,000 miles (65 000 km). 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of the following: ...
... Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code 8 Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 465 M 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first...of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 40,000 miles (65 000 km). 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of the following: ...
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... for any of irregular wear, even if it occurs before E 56,000 miles (91 000 km). 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of the following: police, taxi, fleet... the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; M 466 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or N T 42 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter.
... for any of irregular wear, even if it occurs before E 56,000 miles (91 000 km). 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of the following: police, taxi, fleet... the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; M 466 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or N T 42 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter.
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...Date Dealer Code Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code 8 replace if necessary. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 467 M 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the ...(117 000 km). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at 60 months or 104,000 miles (169 ...
...Date Dealer Code Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code 8 replace if necessary. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 467 M 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the ...(117 000 km). ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at 60 months or 104,000 miles (169 ...
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...Dealer Code S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code M 468 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or N T 66 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of C ...wear, even if it occurs before E 88,000 miles (143 000 km). 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear,...
...Dealer Code S C H E D U L E S 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center Date Dealer Code M 468 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or N T 66 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. N ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of C ...wear, even if it occurs before E 88,000 miles (143 000 km). 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear,...