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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
3.7L Engine...........................310
4.7L Engine...........................311
5.7L Engine...........................312
Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II........313
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............313
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................314
Replacement Parts......................315
Dealer Service.........................316Maintenance Procedures..................316
▫Engine Oil..........................316
▫Drive Belts - Check Condition And Tension . . . 320
▫Spark Plugs.........................321
▫Catalytic Converter....................321
▫Ignition Cables.......................323
▫Crankcase Emission Control System........323
▫Fuel Filter..........................323
▫Air Cleaner Filter.....................323
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Ignition Cables
Replace the ignition cables (5.7L engines only) at the
mileage interval shown in the maintenance charts.
Crankcase Emission Control System
Proper operation of this system depends on freedom
from sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehicle
mileage builds up, the PCV valve and passages may
accumulate deposits. If a valve is not working properly,
replace it with a new valve. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE!
Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or
plugging deposits. Replace if necessary.
Fuel Filter
A plugged fuel filter can cause hard starting or limit the
speed at which a vehicle can be driven. Should an
excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank,
frequent replacement of the fuel filter which is mounted
in the fuel tank may be necessary.
Air Cleaner Filter
Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at
the intervals shown on “Maintenance Schedule A.” If,
however, you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or
severe conditions, the filter element should be inspected
periodically and replaced if necessary at the intervals
shown on “Maintenance Schedule B.”
WARNING!
The air cleaner can provide protection in the case of
engine backfire. Do not remove the air cleaner
unless it is necessary for repair or maintenance.
Make sure that no one is near the engine compart-
ment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner
removed. Failure to do so can result in serious
personal injury.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)20.6 Gallons 78 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.7 Liter Engine (5W-30, API Certified) 5 Qts 4.7 Liters
4.7 Liter Engine (5W-30, API Certified) 6 Qts 5.7 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (5W-20, API Certified) 7 Qts 6.6 Liters
Cooling System *
3.7 Liter Engine (MoparEngine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula)9 Qts 10 Liters
4.7 Liter Engine (MoparEngine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula)14.5 Qts 13.7 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MoparEngine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula)14.5 Qts 13.7 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology)
Engine Oil (3.7L/4.7L Engines) Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Engine Oil (5.7L Engines) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Oil Filter (All Engines) MoparOil Filter (P/N 05281090)
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com-
partment.
Fuel Selection (3.7L and 4.7L En-
gines)87 Octane
Fuel Selection (5.7L Engines) 87 Octane Acceptable - 89 Octane Recommended
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Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 323
Block Heater......................... 232
Break-In Recommendations................ 63
Compartment......................... 311
Cooling............................. 329
Exhaust Gas Caution..................64,280
Fails to Start.......................... 231
Flooded, Starting...................... 231
Fuel Requirements..................277,357
Jump Starting......................... 303
Oil ..............................316,357
Oil Change Interval.................... 317
Oil Disposal.......................... 320
Oil Filter............................ 320
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 320
Oil Selection.......................... 357
Overheating.......................... 297
Starting............................. 230Temperature Gauge..................... 167
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 319
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 319
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 50
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 15
Event Data Recorder...................... 51
Exhaust Gas Caution...................64,280
Exhaust System......................... 328
Exterior Finish Care...................... 341
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 323
Engine Fuel.......................... 323
Engine Oil........................... 320
Finish Care............................ 341
Flashers.............................. 296
Hazard Warning....................... 296
Turn Signal.....................164,353,355
Flipper Glass, Tailgate..................... 24
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Flooded Engine Starting................... 231
Fluid Capacities......................... 357
Fluid Leaks............................. 66
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission...............336,337
Engine Oil........................... 316
Power Steering........................ 326
Fog Light Service........................ 354
Fog Lights....................... 116,170,354
Folding Rear Seat........................ 103
Four Wheel Drive....................... 239
Operation........................... 239
Systems............................. 239
Four Wheel Drive Operation................ 239
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 296
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 238
Front Axle............................. 340
Fuel................................. 277
Filler Cap............................ 281Filler Door........................... 281
Filter............................... 323
Gasoline............................ 277
Gauge.............................. 169
Materials Added....................... 279
Octane Rating........................ 277
Requirements......................... 357
Tank Capacity........................ 357
Fuel System Caution...................279,282
Fuses................................ 345
Garage Door Opener..................... 138
GasCap ...........................281,313
Gasoline.............................. 277
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 278
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 278
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 167
Fuel................................ 169
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