FLUID TYPES
DESCRIPTION
E-85 GENERAL INFORMATION
The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel
Vehicles (FFV) only. These vehicles can be identified
by the unique Fuel Filler Door Label that states
Ethanol (E-85) or Unleaded Gasoline Only. This sec-
tion only covers those subjects that are unique to
these vehicles. Please refer to the other sections of
this manual for information on features that are
common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline only
powered vehicles.
ETHANOL FUEL (E-85)
E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel etha-
nol and 15% unleaded gasoline.
WARNING: Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable
and could cause serious personal injury. Never
have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehi-
cle when removing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap)
or filling the tank. Do not use E-85 as a cleaning
agent and never use it near an open flame.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
The vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline
with an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mix-
ture of these two.
For best results, a refueling pattern that alternates
between E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be
avoided. When you do switch fuels, it is recom-
mended that
²you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates
less than 1/4 full
²you do not add less than 5 gallons when refuel-
ing
²you operate the vehicle immediately after refuel-
ing for a period of at least 5 minutes
Observing these precautions will avoid possible
hard starting and/or significant deterioration in
driveability during warm up.
FFV STARTING
The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable
for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0ÉF. In
the range of 0ÉF to 32ÉF, you may experience an
increase in the time it takes for your engine to start,
and a deterioration in driveability (sags and/or hesi-
tations) until the engine is fully warmed up.
CRUISING RANGE
Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon
than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuelconsumption. You can expect your MPG and your
driving range to decrease by about 30% compared to
gasoline operation.
ENGINE OIL
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE
IRRITATING TO THE SKIN. AVOID PROLONGED OR
REPEATED SKIN CONTACT WITH ENGINE OIL.
CONTAMINANTS IN USED ENGINE OIL, CAUSED BY
INTERNAL COMBUSTION, CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO
YOUR HEALTH. THOROUGHLY WASH EXPOSED
SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT WASH
SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL FUEL, THINNER, OR
SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN RESULT. DO
NOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE OIL
PROPERLY. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR GOVERN-
MENT AGENCY FOR LOCATION OF COLLECTION
CENTER IN YOUR AREA.
API SERVICE GRADE CERTIFIED
Use an engine oil that is API Service Grade Certi-
fied. MOPARtprovides engine oils that conform to
this service grade.
SAE VISCOSITY
An SAE viscosity grade is used to specify the vis-
cosity of engine oil. Use only engine oils with multi-
ple viscosities such as 5W-30 or 10W-30. These are
specified with a dual SAE viscosity grade which indi-
cates the cold-to-hot temperature viscosity range.
Select an engine oil that is best suited to your par-
ticular temperature range and variation (Fig. 4).
ENERGY CONSERVING OIL
An Energy Conserving type oil is recommended for
gasoline engines. The designation of ENERGY CON-
SERVING is located on the label of an engine oil con-
tainer.
Fig. 4 Temperature/Engine Oil Viscosity
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CONTAINER IDENTIFICATION
Standard engine oil identification notations have
been adopted to aid in the proper selection of engine
oil. The identifying notations are located on the label
of engine oil plastic bottles and the top of engine oil
cans (Fig. 5).
This symbol on the front of an oil container means
that the oil has been certified by the American Petro-
leum Institute (API) to meet all the lubrication
requirements specified by DaimlerChrysler.
FLEXIBLE FUEL ENGINE OIL - 3.3L
Engine Oil Selection for Operating on E-85 Fuel
If vehicle operates on E-85 fuel either full or part-
time, use only MopartFlexible Fuel 5W-30 engine oil
or an equivalent that meets DaimlerChrysler Stan-
dard MS-9214. Equivalent commercial Flexible Fuel
engine oils may be labeled as Multi-Fuel, Variable
Fuel, Flexible Fuel, etc. These engine oils may be
satisfactory if they meet the DaimlerChrysler Stan-
dard.
SAE 5W-30 engine oil is preferred for use in Flex-
ible Fuel engines.
CAUTION: If Flexible Fuel engine oil is not used
when using E-85 fuel, engine wear or damage may
result.
DESCRIPTION - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID
NOTE: Refer to the maintenance schedules for the
recommended maintenance (fluid/filter change)
intervals for this transaxle.
NOTE: For fluid level checking procedures, (Refer
to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC -
31TH/FLUID - STANDARD PROCEDURE) (Refer to 21
- TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 41TE/
FLUID - STANDARD PROCEDURE)NOTE: The 41TE transaxle has a common transmis-
sion and differential sump. Filling the transaxle
accommodates the differential as well.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
MopartATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid-
Type 9602) is required in this transaxle. Substitute
fluids can induce torque converter clutch shudder.
MopartATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid-
Type 9602) when new is red in color. The ATF is dyed
red so it can be identified from other fluids used in
the vehicle such as engine oil or antifreeze. The red
color is not permanent and is not an indicator of fluid
condition. As the vehicle is driven, the ATF will begin
to look darker in color and may eventually become
brown.This is normal.A dark brown/black fluid
accompanied with a burnt odor and/or deterioration
in shift quality may indicate fluid deterioration or
transmission component failure.
FLUID ADDITIVES
DaimlerChrysler strongly recommends against the
addition of any fluids to the transmission, other than
those automatic transmission fluids listed above.
Exceptions to this policy are the use of special dyes
to aid in detecting fluid leaks.
Various ªspecialº additives and supplements exist
that claim to improve shift feel and/or quality. These
additives and others also claim to improve converter
clutch operation and inhibit overheating, oxidation,
varnish, and sludge. These claims have not been sup-
ported to the satisfaction of DaimlerChrysler and
these additivesmust not be used.The use of trans-
mission ªsealersº should also be avoided, since they
may adversely affect the integrity of transmission
seals.
DESCRIPTION - FUEL REQUIREMENTS
Your engine is designed to meet all emissions reg-
ulations and provide excellent fuel economy and per-
formance when using high quality unleaded gasoline
having an octane rating of 87. The use of premium
gasoline is not recommended. The use of premium
gasoline will provide no benefit over high quality reg-
ular gasoline, and in some circumstances may result
in poorer performance.
Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not
harmful to your engine. However, continued heavy
spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and
immediate service is required. Engine damage result-
ing from operation with a heavy spark knock may
not be covered by the new vehicle warranty.
Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as
hard starting, stalling and hesitations. If you experi-
ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline
before considering service for the vehicle.
Fig. 5 Engine Oil Container Standard Notations
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FLUID TYPES (Continued)
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
GEAR LUBRICATION ± RATINGS
SAE ratings also apply to multiple grade gear
lubricants. In addition, API classification defines the
lubricants usage.
DESCRIPTION - ENGINE COOLANT
WARNING: ANTIFREEZE IS AN ETHYLENE GLYCOL
BASE COOLANT AND IS HARMFUL IF SWAL-
LOWED OR INHALED. IF SWALLOWED, DRINK
TWO GLASSES OF WATER AND INDUCE VOMIT-
ING. IF INHALED, MOVE TO FRESH AIR AREA.
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT
STORE IN OPEN OR UNMARKED CONTAINERS.
WASH SKIN AND CLOTHING THOROUGHLY AFTER
COMING IN CONTACT WITH ETHYLENE GLYCOL.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DISPOSE OF
GLYCOL BASE COOLANT PROPERLY, CONTACT
YOUR DEALER OR GOVERNMENT AGENCY FOR
LOCATION OF COLLECTION CENTER IN YOUR
AREA. DO NOT OPEN A COOLING SYSTEM WHEN
THE ENGINE IS AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE OR
HOT UNDER PRESSURE, PERSONAL INJURY CAN
RESULT. AVOID RADIATOR COOLING FAN WHEN
ENGINE COMPARTMENT RELATED SERVICE IS
PERFORMED, PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
CAUTION: Use of Propylene Glycol based coolants
is not recommended, as they provide less freeze
protection and less corrosion protection.
The cooling system is designed around the coolant.
The coolant must accept heat from engine metal, in
the cylinder head area near the exhaust valves and
engine block. Then coolant carries the heat to the
radiator where the tube/fin radiator can transfer the
heat to the air.
The use of aluminum cylinder blocks, cylinder
heads, and water pumps requires special corrosion
protection. MopartAntifreeze/Coolant, 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula (MS-9769), or the equivalent
ethylene glycol base coolant with organic corrosion
inhibitors (called HOAT, for Hybrid Organic Additive
Technology) is recommended. This coolant offers the
best engine cooling without corrosion when mixed
with 50% Ethylene Glycol and 50% distilled water to
obtain a freeze point of -37ÉC (-35ÉF). If it loses color
or becomes contaminated, drain, flush, and replace
with fresh properly mixed coolant solution.CAUTION: MoparTAntifreeze/Coolant, 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula (MS-9769) may not be mixed
with any other type of antifreeze. Doing so will
reduce the corrosion protection and may result in
premature water pump seal failure. If non-HOAT
coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an
emergency, it should be replaced with the specified
coolant as soon as possible.
DESCRIPTION - LUBRICANTS AND GREASES
When service is required, DaimlerChrysler Corpo-
ration recommends that only Mopartbrand parts,
lubricants and chemicals be used. Mopartprovides
the best engineered products for servicing
DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles.
Only lubricants bearing designations defined by
the following organization should be used to service a
Chrysler Corporation vehicle.
²Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
²American Petroleum Institute (API) (Fig. 6)
²National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI)
(Fig. 7)
SAE VISCOSITY RATING
An SAE viscosity grade is used to specify the vis-
cosity of engine oil. These are specified with a dual
SAE viscosity grade which indicates the cold-to-hot
temperature viscosity range. Example SAE 5W-30 =
multiple grade engine oil.
DaimlerChrysler Corporation only recommends
multiple grade engine oils.
API QUALITY CLASSIFICATION
This symbol (Fig. 6) on the front of an oil container
means that the oil has been certified by the Ameri-
can Petroleum Institute (API) to meet all the lubri-
cation requirements specified by DaimlerChrysler
Corporation.
GEAR LUBRICANTS
SAE ratings also apply to multiple grade gear
lubricants. In addition, API classification defines the
lubricants usage. Such as API GL-5 and SAE 80W-
90.
Fig. 6 API Symbol
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FLUID TYPES (Continued)
112,500 Miles (180 000 km) or at 90 months
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
120,000 Miles (192 000 km) or at 96 months
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Replace the engine air cleaner element (fil-
ter).
²Check and replace the PCV valve, if neces-
sary.*
²Inspect the serpentine drive belt. Not required if
replaced at 75,000, 90,000 or 105,000 miles.
²Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals.
*This maintenance is recommended by Daimler-
Chrysler Corporation to the owner but is not
required to maintain the emissions warranty.
NOTE: Inspection and service should also be per-
formed anytime a malfunction is observed or sus-
pected. Retain all receipts.
SCHEDULE±B±CHRYSLER TOWN AND
COUNTRY VEHICLES
Follow this schedule if the vehicle is usually oper-
ates under one or more of the following conditions.
²Frequent short trip driving less than 5 miles (8
km)
²Frequent driving in dusty conditions
²Frequent trailer towing
²Day and night temperatures are below freezing
²Frequent long periods of engine idling
²Frequent stop and go driving
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained
high speeds during hot weather, above 90ÉF (32ÉC)*
²Taxi, police or delivery service
²If equipped for and operation with E-85
(ethanol) fuel.
3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
6,000 Miles (10 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
9,000 Miles (14 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
12,000 Miles (19 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
15,000 Miles (24 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the engine air cleaner element (fil-
ter). Replace as necessary.*
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power trans-
fer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of Schedule ±
B.)
18,000 Miles (29 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
21,000 Miles (34 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrunning
clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See the note at the end
of Schedule ± B.)
24,000 Miles (38 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
27,000 Miles (43 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
30,000 Miles (48 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Replace the engine air cleaner element (fil-
ter).
²Inspect the PCV valve, replace as neces-
sary.*
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power trans-
fer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of Schedule ±
B.)
²Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals.
33,000 Miles (53 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
36,000 Miles (58 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
39,000 Miles (62 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power trans-
fer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of Schedule ±
B.)
²Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals.
²Inspect the brake linings.
93,000 Miles (149 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
96,000 Miles (154 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid
and replace the filter. (See the note at the end of
Schedule ± B.)
99,000 Miles (158 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
100,000 Miles (160 000 km)
²Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60
months or 100,000 miles (160 000 km).
102,000 Miles (163 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
105,000 Miles (168 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the engine air cleaner element (fil-
ter) and replace as necessary.*
²Inspect the serpentine drive belt and replace if
necessary. This maintenance is not required if belt
was previously replaced.
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power trans-
fer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of Schedule ±
B.)
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrunning
clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See the note at the end
of Schedule ± B.)
108,000 Miles (173 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
111,000 Miles (178 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
114,000 Miles (182 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
117,000 Miles (187 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
120,000 Miles (192 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Replace the engine air cleaner element (fil-
ter).
²Inspect the PCV valve and replace as nec-
essary.*
²Inspect the serpentine drive belt. Not required if
replaced at 75,000, 90,000 or 105,000 miles.
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power trans-
fer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of Schedule ±
B.)
²Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals.
*This maintenance is recommended by Daimler-
Chrysler Corporation to the owner but is not
required to maintain the emissions warranty.
NOTE: Operating the vehicle more than 50% in
heavy traffic during hot weather, above 90ÉF (32ÉC),
using the vehicle for police, taxi, limousine type
operation or trailer towing require the more fre-
quent transaxle service noted in Schedule ± B. Per-
form these services if vehicle usually operates
under these conditions.
NOTE: Inspection and service should also be per-
formed anytime a malfunction is observed or sus-
pected.
DESCRIPTION
SCHEDULE±A±DODGE CARAVAN, CHRYSLER
VOYAGER
7,500 Miles (12 000 km) or at 6 months
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
15,000 Miles (24 000 km) or at 12 months
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
22,500 Miles (36 000 km) or at 18 months
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 24 months
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
²Inspect the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines
and replace if necessary.
²Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and
3.8 liter engines. Not required if replaced at 75,000,
90,000 or 105,000 miles.
²Replace theengine timing belton 2.4 liter
engine only.
²Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals.
* This maintenance is recommended by Daimler-
Chrysler Corporation to the owner but is not
required to maintain the emissions warranty.
Inspection and service should also be performed
anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected.
Retain all receipts.
SCHEDULE±B±DODGE VEHICLES, CHRYSLER
VOYAGER
Follow this schedule if the vehicle is usually oper-
ates under one or more of the following conditions.
²Frequent short trips of less than 5 miles
²Frequent driving in dusty conditions
²Frequent trailer towing
²Day and night temperatures are below freezing
²Frequent stop and go driving
²Extensive periods of idling
²Frequent operation at sustained high speeds
during hot weather, above 90ÉF (32ÉC)
²Use of E-85 (ethanol) fuel in 3.3 liter engines.
3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
6,000 Miles (10 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
9,000 Miles (14 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
12,000 Miles (19 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
15,000 Miles (24 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect theengine air cleaner element (fil-
ter).Replace as necessary.*
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power trans-
fer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of Schedule ±
B.)
²Inspect the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines
and replace if necessary.
18,000 Miles (29 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
21,000 Miles (34 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrunning
clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See the note at the end
of Schedule ± B.)
24,000 Miles (38 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
27,000 Miles (43 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
30,000 Miles (48 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Replace theengine air cleaner element (fil-
ter).
²Inspect thePCV valveand replace as neces-
sary.*
²Replace thespark plugs2.4 liter engines.
²Inspect and adjust the generator belt and power
steering pump belt tension on 2.4 liter engines.
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power trans-
fer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of Schedule ±
B.)
²Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals.
33,000 Miles (53 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
36,000 Miles (58 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
39,000 Miles (62 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
42,000 Miles (67 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrunning
clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See the note at the end
of Schedule ± B.)
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
²Check thePCV valveand replace if necessary.
Not required if previously changed.*
²Replace thespark plugson 2.4 liter engines.
²Inspect the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines
and replace if necessary.
²Inspect the serpentine drive belt (3.3 liter and
3.8 liter engines) and replace if necessary. This main-
tenance is not required if belt was previously
replaced.
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power trans-
fer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of Schedule ±
B.)
²Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals.
²Inspect the brake linings.
93,000 Miles (149 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
96,000 Miles (154 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Drain and replace the automatic transmission
fluid and filter.
²Adjust bands on 3±speed transmission. (See the
note at the end of Schedule ± B.)
99,000 Miles (158 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
100,000 Miles (160 000 km)
²Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months
or 100,000 miles (160 000 km).
102,000 Miles (163 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
105,000 Miles (168 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect theengine air cleaner element (fil-
ter)and replace as necessary.*
²Inspect the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines
and replace if necessary.
²Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and
3.8 liter engines and replace if necessary. This main-
tenance is not required if the belt was previously
replaced.
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power trans-
fer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of Schedule ±
B.)
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrunning
clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See the note at the end
of Schedule ± B.)
108,000 Miles (173 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
111,000 Miles (178 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
114,000 Miles (182 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
117,000 Miles (187 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake linings.
120,000 Miles (192 000 km)
²Change the engine oil.
²Replace the engine oil filter.
²Replace theengine air cleaner element (fil-
ter).
²Inspect thePCV valveand replace as neces-
sary.*
²Replace thespark plugson 2.4 liter engines.
²Inspect the generator belt and power steering
pump belt tension, replace the belt if necessary on
2.4 liter engines.
²Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and
3.8 liter engines. Not required if replaced at 75,000,
90,000 or 105,000 miles.
²Replace theengine timing belton 2.4 liter
engines.
²Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power trans-
fer unit fluid. (See the note at the end of Schedule ±
B.)
²Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals.
* This maintenance is recommended by Daimler-
Chrysler Corporation to the owner but is not
required to maintain the emissions warranty.
NOTE: Operating the vehicle more than 50% in
heavy traffic during hot weather, above 90ÉF (32ÉC),
using vehicle for police, taxi, limousine type opera-
tion or trailer towing require the more frequent tran-
saxle service noted in Schedule ± B. Perform these
services if vehicle usually operate under these con-
ditions.
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
schedule B if the vehicle is operated under any of
the conditions noted by an asterisk at the begin-
ning of the schedule.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
transmission in NEUTRAL and turn the ignition
OFF.
(3) On disabled vehicle, place gear selector in park
or neutral and set park brake. Turn off all accesso-
ries.
(4) Connect jumper cables to booster battery. RED
clamp to positive terminal (+). BLACK clamp to neg-
ative terminal (-). DO NOT allow clamps at opposite
end of cables to touch, electrical arc will result.
Review all warnings in this procedure.
(5) On disabled vehicle, connect RED jumper cable
clamp to positive (+) terminal. Connect BLACK
jumper cable clamp to engine ground as close to the
ground cable attaching point as possible (Fig. 9).
(6) Start the engine in the vehicle which has the
booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes,
then start the engine in the vehicle with the dis-
charged battery.
CAUTION: Do not crank starter motor on disabled
vehicle for more than 15 seconds, starter will over-
heat and could fail.
(7) Allow battery in disabled vehicle to charge to
at least 12.4 volts (75% charge) before attempting to
start engine. If engine does not start within 15 sec-
onds, stop cranking engine and allow starter to cool
(15 minutes), before cranking again.
DISCONNECT CABLE CLAMPS AS FOLLOWS:
²Disconnect BLACK cable clamp from engine
ground on disabled vehicle.²When using a Booster vehicle, disconnect
BLACK cable clamp from battery negative terminal.
Disconnect RED cable clamp from battery positive
terminal.
²Disconnect RED cable clamp from battery posi-
tive terminal on disabled vehicle.
TOWING
TOWING RECOMMENDATIONS
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW TOWING ATTACHMENT
DEVICES TO CONTACT THE FUEL TANK OR LINES,
FUEL LEAK CAN RESULT.
DO NOT LIFT OR TOW VEHICLE BY FRONT OR
REAR BUMPER.
DO NOT GO UNDER A LIFTED VEHICLE IF NOT
SUPPORTED PROPERLY ON SAFETY STANDS.
DO NOT ALLOW PASSENGERS TO RIDE IN A
TOWED VEHICLE.
USE A SAFETY CHAIN THAT IS INDEPENDENT
FROM THE TOWING ATTACHMENT DEVICE.
CAUTION: Do not damage brake lines, exhaust sys-
tem, shock absorbers, sway bars, or any other
under vehicle components when attaching towing
device to vehicle.
Do not secure vehicle to towing device by the use
of front or rear suspension or steering components.
Remove or secure loose or protruding objects from
a damaged vehicle before towing.
Refer to state and local rules and regulations before
towing a vehicle.
Do not allow weight of towed vehicle to bear on
lower fascia, air dams, or spoilers.
RECOMMENDED TOWING EQUIPMENT
To avoid damage to bumper fascia and air dams
use:
²FWD vehicles, use a flat bed towing device or
wheel lift is recommended (Fig. 10).
²AWD vehicles, a flat bed towing device or wheel
lift and towing dolly is recommended (Fig. 10).
When using a wheel lift towing device, be sure the
disabled vehicle has at least 100 mm (4 in.) ground
clearance. If minimum ground clearance cannot be
reached, use a towing dolly. If a flat bed device is
used, the approach angle should not exceed 15
degrees.
Fig. 9 Jumper Cable Clamp Connections
1 - BATTERY POSITIVE CABLE
2 - POSITIVE JUMPER CABLE
3 - TEST INDICATOR
4 - BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE
5 - BATTERY
6 - NEGATIVE JUMPER CABLE
7 - ENGINE GROUND
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