2004 DODGE NEON oil change

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000
(Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000 ) (163 000) (168 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect the front brake pads and rear brake linings
and rotors.X
Inspect and replace, if necessary, theair cleaner
element (filter).*X
Replace manual transaxle fluid.² X
Flush and replace the engine coolant. X
Replace theengine timing belt.X
Inspect and replace, if required, themake-up air
filter(located inside the air cleaner).X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
³ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
² This maintenance is required only for police, taxi,
limousine type operation, or trailer towing.LThis maintenance is required only for police, taxi,
limousine type operation, or trailer towing.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
214 SCHEDULE ªBº
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Schedule ªAº
Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000
(Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000) (58 000)
[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Replace themake-up air filter(located inside
the air cleaner).X
Adjust generator drive belt tension X
SCHEDULE ªAº 215
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Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000
(Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000)
[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs and ignition cables.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace, if necessary.* X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months,
regardless of mileage.X
Replace themake-up air filter(located inside the air
cleaner).X
Replace drive belts.X
216 SCHEDULE ªAº
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Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000
(Kilometers) (115 000) (125
000)(134
000)(144
000)(154 000) (160
000)
[Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
Inspect the front brake pads and rear brake linings
and rotors.XX
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if necessary. Not
required if previously changed. * ³X
Replace themake-up air filter(located inside the
air cleaner).X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months,
regardless of mileage.X
Replaceengine timing belt.X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.³ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
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Emission Control System Maintenance....167,204
Engine............................... 165
Break-In Recommendations............... 46
Checking Oil Level.................... 169
Compartment........................ 165
Cooling............................ 180
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 145
Jump Starting........................ 157
Oil ..........................169,200,201
Oil Change Interval................... 170
Oil Filter............................ 201
Oil Selection......................... 171
Oil Synthetic......................... 172
Overheating......................... 152
Temperature Gauge.................... 82
Timing Belt.......................... 174
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................ 171
Exhaust Gas Caution..................47,145
Exhaust Pipes......................... 179
Exhaust System........................ 179
Extender, Seat Belt....................... 31Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 175
Automatic Transaxle................... 189
Engine Fuel......................... 175
Engine Oil.......................172,201
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 152
Flooded Engine Starting.................. 115
Fluid, Brake........................... 201
Fluid Capacities........................ 200
Fluid Leaks............................ 48
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle................... 187
Manual Transaxle..................... 189
Fog Lights...........................62,78
Folding Rear Seat....................... 57
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 160
Front Suspension Ball Joints............... 178
Fuel..............................141,201
Adding............................. 145
Capacity............................ 200
Filler Cap........................... 145
Filter.............................. 175
INDEX 233
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Jack Operation......................... 153
Jacking Instructions..................... 154
Jump Starting......................... 157
Key, Programming....................... 12
Key Release Button....................... 9
Key, Replacement....................... 12
Key, Sentry............................ 11
Key-In Reminder........................ 10
Keyless Entry System..................... 17
Keys.................................. 9
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 79
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 24
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)..... 42
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 141
Leaks, Fluid............................ 48
Light Bulbs........................196,197
Lighter, Cigar.......................... 70
Lights................................ 60
Airbag..........................39,47,80
Anti-Lock............................ 79Brake Warning........................ 78
Center Mounted Stop.................. 199
Daytime Running...................... 62
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............61,62
Dome............................... 61
Exterior Check........................ 48
Fog ..............................62,78
Headlights On Reminder................ 62
High Beam Indicator................... 79
Instrument Cluster..................... 61
Interior.............................. 60
Lights On Reminder.................... 62
Low Fuel............................ 81
Malfunction Indicator................... 81
Map Reading......................... 60
Oil Pressure.......................... 80
Park................................ 61
Passing............................. 62
Rear Servicing....................... 199
Rear Tail............................ 199
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 80
Security Alarm........................ 21
Side Marker......................... 199
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Theft Alarm.......................... 80
Turn Signal.....................62,79,199
Voltage.............................. 80
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description).... 78
Loading Vehicle........................ 147
Tires ............................... 129
Locks................................ 14
Child Protection....................... 16
Door............................... 14
Power Door.......................... 15
Steering Wheel........................ 13
Lubrication, Body....................... 178
Maintenance.......................169,204
Maintenance, Airbag..................... 39
Maintenance Free Battery................. 175
Maintenance Procedures.................. 169
Maintenance Schedule................... 204
Schedule9A9......................... 215
Schedule9B9......................... 207
Maintenance, Sunroof.................... 69
Malfunction Indicator Light.............81,167
Manual, Service........................ 225Manual Transaxle...............67,114,119,189
Downshifting........................ 121
Fluid Level Check..................... 189
Frequency of Fluid Change.............. 190
Lubricant Selection.................... 189
Map/Reading Lights..................... 60
Master Cylinder........................ 186
Mirrors............................... 51
Compass/Temperature.................. 51
Electric Remote....................... 54
Outside............................. 54
Rearview............................ 51
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 6
Mopar Parts........................168,224
Multi-Function Control Lever.............61,62
Occupant Restraints...................... 23
Odometer
Trip ................................ 81
Oil, Engine.........................169,200
Capacity............................ 200
Change Interval...................... 170
Checking........................... 169
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