2004 DODGE NEON SRT engine coolant

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 ªBº of the
9Maintenance Schedules9section of this manual.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule9B9.
Second is ScheduleªAº. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule9B9
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
²
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.
²Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
²
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and transaxle and add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
²Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
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At Each Oil Change
²
Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
²Check the manual transaxle fluid level and fill plug
condition.
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
²Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on
SCHEDULE ªAº 5,000 miles (8 000 km), or every other
interval shown on SCHEDULE ªBº 6,000 miles (10,000
km).
170 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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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.XXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X
Change the brake fluid. If vehicle is used for trailer
towing.X
Inspect theengine air cleaner filterand replace as
necessary.*X
Change the manual transaxle fluid. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months
or 102,000 miles.X
Inspect and replace, if required, themake-up air
filter(located inside the air cleaner).X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
³ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
SCHEDULE ªBº 177
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Miles 60,000 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000
(Kilometers) (96 000) (104
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000)(136 000)
[Months] [48] [54] [60] [66]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXX X
Inspect the brake linings. X 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. Not
required if previously changed. * ³X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months,
regardless of mileage.X
Replace themake-up air filter(located inside the
air cleaner).X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
180 SCHEDULE ªAº
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Miles 90,000 95,000 100,000 105,000
(Kilometers) (144 000) (156 000) (160 000) (168 000)
[Months] [72] [78] [84]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if necessary. Not required if
previously changed. * ³X
Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 months. X
Replace themake-up air filter(located inside the air cleaner). X
Replace theengine timing belt.X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
³ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
SCHEDULE ªAº 181
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System.............. 94
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 150
Adding Fuel........................... 116
Air Cleaner, Engine..................... 142
Air Conditioning.....................78,144
Air Conditioning Controls................. 78
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 144
Air Conditioning System................. 144
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 105
Airbag................................ 27
Airbag Deployment...................... 33
Airbag Light.......................35,44,65
Airbag Maintenance...................... 35
Airbag, Side........................... 34
Alarm, Panic........................... 17
Alarm System.......................... 65
Alignment and Balance.................. 110
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 6
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 76
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............165,166
Anti-Lock Brake System................... 94
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 63
Appearance Care....................... 155Ashtrays and Lighter..................... 58
Automatic Door Locks.................... 13
Ball Joints............................ 145
Battery............................... 142
Keyless Transmitter Replacement.......... 18
Belts, Drive........................... 140
Belts, Engine.......................... 142
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 145
B-Pillar Location....................... 100
Brake Fluid........................... 166
Brake, Parking.......................... 92
Brake System........................94,153
Anti-Lock............................ 94
Hoses.............................. 153
Master Cylinder...................... 154
Parking............................. 92
Warning Light........................ 63
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 42
Bulb Replacement...................162,163
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 116
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Catalytic Converter..................... 141
CD Changer.........................72,73
CD Player...........................69,71
Center High Mounted Stop Light........... 164
Chains, Tire........................... 111
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 122
Charging System Light................... 65
Child Restraint......................... 35
Child Safety Locks....................... 14
Circuit Breakers.....................160,161
Cleaning
Glass.............................. 159
Headlights.......................... 159
Climate Control......................... 78
Clock................................. 68
Compact Disc Maintenance................ 77
Compact Spare Tire..................... 107
Console............................... 58
Contract, Service....................... 186
Cool Down, Turbo....................... 89
Coolant...........................149,166
Cooling System........................ 148
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 150Coolant Level.....................148,150
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 149
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 148
Inspection........................... 150
Points to Remember................150,151
Pressure Cap........................ 150
Rubber and Plastic Components.......... 152
Selection of Coolant................... 149
Corrosion Protection.................... 155
Crankcase Emission Control System......... 142
Cup Holder............................ 58
Customer Assistance.................... 184
Daytime Running Lights.................. 54
Dealer Service......................... 136
Defroster, Rear Window................... 83
Defroster, Windshield..................44,79
Dimmer Control........................ 53
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 55
Disposal
Engine Oil.......................... 140
Door Locks............................ 12
Door Locks, Automatic................... 13
INDEX 193
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Security Alarm......................... 65
Sentry Key............................. 9
Service Assistance...................... 184
Service Contract........................ 186
Service Manuals........................ 188
Setting the Clock........................ 68
Shift Speeds............................ 91
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle............. 91
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage............. 24
Side Airbag............................ 34
Side Window Demisters................... 82
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 128
Snow Chains.......................... 111
Snow Tires............................ 111
Spark Plugs........................... 140
Speedometer........................... 64
Starting............................... 87
Engine Fails to Start.................... 88
Steering
Power.............................. 95
Tilt Column.......................... 57
Wheel Lock.......................... 12
Storage, Vehicle........................ 161Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 27
Synthetic Engine Oil..................... 139
Tachometer............................ 64
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......67,121
Tilt Steering Column..................... 57
Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 100
Tire Markings.......................... 96
Tire Safety Information................... 96
Tires ...........................44,104,189
Alignment.......................... 110
Chains............................. 111
Changing........................... 122
Compact Spare....................... 107
High Speed......................... 106
Inflation Pressures.................... 105
Jacking............................. 122
Load Capacity....................100,101
Quality Grading...................... 189
Radial............................. 107
Replacement......................... 109
Rotation............................ 112
Safety.............................. 104
INDEX 199
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