2004 DODGE NEON SRT engine oil

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
Inspect theengine air cleaner filterand re-
place as necessary.*X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if neces-
sary. Not required if previously changed. * ³X
Replace theengine timing belt.*X
Inspect and replace, if required, themake-up
air filter(located inside the air cleaner).XX
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
176 SCHEDULE ªBº
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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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SCHEDULE ªAº
Miles 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 30,000
(Kilometers) (8 000) (16 000) (24 000) (32 000) (40 000) (48 000)
[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. 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 the generator drive belt tension. X
178 SCHEDULE ªAº
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Miles 35,000 40,000 45,000 50,000 55,000
(Kilometers) (56 000) (64 000) (72 000) (80 000) (88 000)
[Months] [30] [36] [42]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X
SCHEDULE ªAº 179
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Miles 60,000 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000
(Kilometers) (96 000) (104
000)(112
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000)(128
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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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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Downshifting........................... 92
Drive Belts............................ 140
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 128
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 48
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 122
Jump Starting........................ 125
Towing............................. 130
Emergency Trunk Release................. 15
Emission Control System Maintenance....... 168
Engine
Break-In Recommendations............... 42
Checking Oil Level.................... 137
Jump Starting........................ 125
Oil ..........................137,165,166
Oil Change Interval................... 138
Oil Filter............................ 166
Oil Selection......................... 138
Oil Synthetic......................... 139
Overheating......................... 120
Temperature Gauge.................... 67Timing Belt.......................... 142
Exhaust Gas Caution..................... 43
Exhaust System........................ 147
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 142
Engine Fuel......................... 142
Engine Oil.......................140,166
Flooded Engine Starting................... 88
Fluid, Brake........................... 166
Fluid Capacities........................ 165
Fluid Leaks............................ 44
Fluid Level Checks
Manual Transaxle..................... 155
Fog Lights...........................54,63
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 129
Fuel.............................. 113,166
Adding............................. 116
Filler Cap........................... 116
Filter.............................. 142
Gauge.............................. 65
Light............................... 65
Octane Rating........................ 113
194 INDEX