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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
m3.5L Engine...........................268
mOnboard Diagnostic System Ð OBD II........269
mEmissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................270
mReplacement Parts......................271
mDealer Service.........................271
mMaintenance Procedures..................272
NEngine Oil..........................272
NEngine Oil Filter......................276NDrive Belts Ð Check Condition And Tension . . 276
NSpark Plugs.........................277
NEngine Air Cleaner Filter................277
NFuel Filter..........................277
NCatalytic Converter....................278
NMaintenance-Free Battery................279
NAir Conditioner......................281
NPower Steering Ð Fluid Check............282
NFront & Rear Suspension Ball Joints........283
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Also check belt routing to make sure there is no interfer-
ence between the belts and other engine components.
Spark Plugs
Spark plugs must fire properly to assure engine perfor-
mance and emission control. New plugs should be in-
stalled at the specified mileage. The entire set should be
replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spark
plug. Malfunctioning spark plugs can damage the cata-
lytic converter. For proper type of replacement spark
plugs, refer to the ªVehicle Emission Control Informa-
tionº label in the engine compartment.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at
the intervals shown on Schedule ªAº. If, however, you
drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or severe con-
ditions, the filter element should be inspected periodi-
cally and replaced if necessary at the intervals shown on
Schedule ªBº.
WARNING!
The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection
in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air
cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or
maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the
engine compartment before starting the vehicle with
the air cleaner removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Fuel Filter
A plugged fuel filter can cause stalling, limit the speed at
which a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting.
Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the
fuel tank, filter replacement may be necessary. See your
local dealer for service.
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND
GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MopartAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology)
Engine Oil Use API Certified, meeting material standard MS-6395, (GF-3). Refer to oil
viscosity chart for correct SAE grade.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com-
partment.
Oil Filter Mopart5281090 or equiv.
Fuel Selection 89 Octane
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Miles 75, 000 78, 000 81, 000 84, 000 87, 000 90, 000
(Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXXX X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary. *XXXX
Replace theengine air cleaner filterXX
Replace thespark plugson 3.5 liter engines. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front
& Rear)X
Check thePCV valveand replace if necessary.
Not required if previously changed.*X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if
necessary. ³XX
Change the All Wheel Drive power transfer
unit fluid. (See the note at the end of this
chart.)XX
SCHEDULE ªBº 325
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Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 100, 000
(Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000)
[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces-
sary. *XX XX
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front &
Rear)X
Check and replace thePCV valve, if necessary.* X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if neces-
sary. ³X
Replace thespark plugs3.5 liter engines. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 100,000
miles, if not done at 60 months.X
Relpace the air conditioning filter. X X
332 SCHEDULE ªAº
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Shoulder Belts........................... 32
Side Airbag............................. 50
Signals, Turn.....................139,309,310
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 259
Snow Chains........................... 233
Snow Tires............................ 234
Spare Tire............................. 253
Spark Plugs............................ 277
Speed Control.......................... 111
Speedometer........................... 139
Starting............................... 198
Engine Fails to Start.................... 199
Starting and Operating.................... 198
Steering
Linkage............................. 283
Power........................... 211,282
Shaft Seal............................ 283
Tilt Column.......................... 110Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................. 178
Storage............................126,306
Storage, Vehicle......................192,306
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 306
Sulfur in Gasoline....................... 237
Sun Roof.............................. 121
Sun Visor Extension....................... 73
Sunglass Storage........................ 115
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 43
System, Navigation...................... 182
Tachometer............................ 142
Tape Player............................ 164
Temperature Control, Automatic............. 183
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......138,251
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............53,55
Theft Alarm............................ 24
Theft System............................ 24
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