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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MopartAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology)
Engine Oil API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil is recommended for the 2.4L engine. API
Certified SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil is recommended for the 4.0L engine. Refer to
oil viscosity chart for correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material
Standard MS-6395.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine compart-
ment.
Oil Filter (2.4L Engine) MopartOil Filter (P/N 4105409)
Oil Filter (4.0L Engine) MopartOil Filter (P/N 05281090)
Fuel Selection 87 Octane
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Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (173 000) (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000)
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect the engine air filter element, replace if
necessary.X
Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary.LX
Replace the spark plugs.X
Inspect the ignition cables, and replace if neces-
sary (2.4L Only).X
Lubricate the steering linkage tie rod ends. X X X X X
Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid³ X X
Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid,
and replace main sump filter.X
Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed. Not
required if belt was previously replaced.X
Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. X
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.LThis maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but is not required to maintain
emissions warranty.
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Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (173 000) (182 000) (192 000)
[Months] [108] [114] [120]
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if necessary.X
Replace the ignition cables (2.4L Only).X
Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary.LX
Replace the spark plugs.X
Lubricate the steering linkage joints and outer tie rod ends. X X X
Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Replace the timing belt (2.4L Only). X
Inspect the drive belt, and replace as needed. Not required if pre-
viously replaced.X
Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. X
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.LThis maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but is not required to maintain
emissions warranty.
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Rear Window Defroster.................. 154
Rear Window Features................... 154
Rear Wiper/Washer..................... 155
Rearview Mirrors........................ 46
Reclining Front Seats..................... 50
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 259
Recreational Towing..................... 205
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 205
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . . 206
Reformulated Gasoline................... 198
Refrigerant............................ 236
Release, Hood.......................... 55
Reminder, Lights On..................... 57
Replacement Bulbs...................... 257
Replacement Keys....................... 13
Replacement Parts...................... 227
Replacement Tires...................... 194
Reporting Safety Defects................. 284
Restraints, Child........................ 29
Restraints, Occupant..................... 16
Rotation, Tires......................... 196Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 41
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 41
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 284
Safety Information, Tire.................. 184
Safety Tips............................. 40
Satellite Radio......................... 145
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 147
Schedule, Maintenance................... 262
Seat Belts.............................. 17
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 21
And Pregnant Women.................. 21
Child Restraint......................29,36
Extender............................ 21
Front Seat............................ 17
Reminder........................... 117
Seats................................. 50
Adjustment.......................... 50
Rear Folding......................... 52
Rear Seat Cushion Removal.............. 53
Reclining............................ 50
Tilting.............................. 51
Selection of Oil........................ 230
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