2005 DODGE NEON change time

²If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
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:IFANYof these apply to you then flush and
replace the engine coolant every 102,000 miles (163 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow
schedule ªBº of the9Maintenance 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.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 207
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Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (173 000) (178 000) (183 000 ) (188 000) (193 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced
at 3 months.XX X XX
Rotate tires. X X X
Inspect the front brake pads and rear brake linings and
rotors.X
Inspect and replace, if necessary, theair cleaner filter.
*X
Inspect thePCV valve
and replace if necessary. *³X
Inspect and replace, if required, themake-up air filter
(located inside the air cleaner).X
Replace thespark plugs and ignition cables.X
Replace the drive beltsX
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not done at 60
months.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 receipts.
SCHEDULE ªBº 217
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Interior Fuses.......................... 197
Interior Lights.......................... 60
Intermittent Wipers...................... 64
Introduction............................ 4
Jack Operation......................... 152
Jacking Instructions..................... 152
Jump Starting......................... 155
Key, Programming....................... 12
Key Release Button...................... 10
Key, Replacement....................... 12
Key, Sentry............................ 11
Key-In Reminder........................ 11
Keyless Entry System..................... 19
Keys.................................. 9
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 78
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 24
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)..... 42
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 141
Leaks, Fluid............................ 47Light Bulbs........................198,199
Lighter, Cigar.......................... 70
Lights................................ 60
Airbag..........................39,47,79
Anti-Lock............................ 77
Brake Warning........................ 77
Center Mounted Stop.................. 201
Daytime Running...................... 62
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............61,62
Dome............................... 61
Exterior Check........................ 47
Fog ..............................62,77
Headlights On Reminder................ 62
High Beam Indicator................... 78
Instrument Cluster..................... 61
Interior.............................. 60
Lights On Reminder.................... 62
Low Fuel............................ 79
Malfunction Indicator................... 80
Map Reading......................... 60
Oil Pressure.......................... 78
Park................................ 61
Passing............................. 62
INDEX 239
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