2004 CHRYSLER CONCORDE checking oil

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 proper equipment.
If you have any doubt about your ability to perform
a service job, take your vehicle to a competent
mechanic.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain the maintenance service
recommended by the engineers who designed your ve-
hicle.
Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed
maintenance internals, there are other items that should
operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it
could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance.
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the
engine oil must be maintained, at the correct level. Check
the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
2.7L Engine Oil Dipstick
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Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground also
will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
Maintain the oil level between the MIN and MAX
markings on the dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when
the reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX
reading on these engines.
2.7L Engine Oil Fill
3.5L Engine Oil Fill
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WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake and Power Steering System Hoses
When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance,
inspect surface of hoses for evidence of heat and me-
chanical damage. Hard and brittle rubber, cracking,
checking, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive swelling
suggest deterioration of the rubber. Particular attention
should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest
to high heat sources, such as the exhaust manifold.
Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they
are secure and no leaks are present.
NOTE:Often, fluids such as oil, power steering fluid,
and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera-
tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings. There-
fore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not neces-
sarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of hot
fluid when systems are under pressure (during vehicle
operation) should be noted before hose is replaced based
on leakage.
NOTE:Inspection of brake hoses should be done
whenever the brake system is serviced and every engine
oil change.
WARNING!
Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure.
You could have an accident. If you see any signs of
cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake
hoses replaced immediately.
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NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the
Maintenance Schedulessection of this manual.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for ScheduleB.
Second is Schedule“A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
uleB.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months
whichever comes first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
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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.
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Disposal
Antifreeze........................... 211
Engine Oil.......................... 199
Door Locks..........................14,15
Door Locks, Automatic................... 16
Door Locks, Central...................... 15
Door Opener, Garage...................76,81
Drive Belts............................ 200
Drive Shaft Universal Joints............... 207
Driver’s Seat Glide Feature................ 60
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 185
With an Automatic Transaxle............ 153
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 57
Electronic Speed Control.................. 72
Electronic Vehicle Information Center......... 88
Emergency Flashers..................... 176
Emission Control System Maintenance. . 192,202,236
Engine
Backfire............................ 202
Block Heater......................... 153Break-In Recommendations............... 48
Checking Oil Level.................... 194
Compartment.....................189,190
Cooling.......................... 110,210
Fails to Start......................... 152
Oil .............................109,194
Oil Change Interval................... 197
Oil Selection......................... 198
Oil Synthetic......................... 199
Overheating...................... 110,176
Specifications........................ 232
Timing Belt.......................... 202
Entry System, Illuminated................. 14
Exhaust Gas Caution................49,82,210
Exhaust System........................ 210
Exterior Lights.......................66,227
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 202
Automatic Transaxle................... 219
Engine Fuel......................... 202
Engine Oil.......................... 200
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Memory Feature......................57,61
Memory Seat........................... 21
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 93
Mirrors............................... 56
Automatic Dimming.................... 56
Electric Remote....................... 57
Heated.............................. 56
Outside............................. 57
Rearview............................ 56
Vanity.............................. 58
Mopar Parts........................193,255
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 68
Occupant Restraints...................... 27
Odometer............................. 111
Oil, Engine........................... 194
Change Interval...................... 197
Checking........................... 194
Dipstick............................ 194
Disposal............................ 199
Filter.............................. 200
Identification Logo.................... 198
Materials Added to.................... 199Quality............................. 198
Recommendation..................... 198
Synthetic........................... 199
Onboard Diagnostic System............191,192
Opener, Garage Door...................76,81
Operator Manuals........................ 4
Overhead Console.....................75,96
Overhead Travel Information Center......... 96
Overheating, Engine..................... 176
Owner’s Manual......................4,257
Paint Care............................ 220
Paint Damage......................... 220
Panic Alarm........................... 20
Parking Brake......................... 156
Parking On Hill........................ 156
Passing Light........................... 69
Pets.................................. 48
Pets, Transporting....................... 48
Power
Distribution Center.................... 224
Door Locks.......................... 14
Outlet.............................. 100
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