2006 CHRYSLER 300 LX engine

SCHEDULE“A”
Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000
(Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) (60 000)
[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXX
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*X XXX X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and
rotors.XX
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X
Rotate the tires. XXXXXX
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Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000
(Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) (120 000)
[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if
required.*XXX XX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and
rotors.XX
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt
and tensioner. Replace if required.X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months
if not done at 102,000 miles.X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV
valve.*X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X
Rotate the tires. X X X X X X
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Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000
(Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000)
[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*XX XX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. X
Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and ten-
sioner. Replace if required.X
Replace thespark plugs.2.7L, 3.5L Engines. X
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV valve.*‡X
Replace theengine timing belt.3.5L Engine. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 102,000
miles if not done at 60 months.X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
Rotate the tires. X X X X X
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Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)
[Months] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if required.* X X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. X
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV valve.*X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months, if not re-
placed at 102,000 miles.X
Rotate the tires. X X X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
‡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.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 225
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 314
Adding Fuel.......................... 257
Adding Washer Fluid..............109,110,310
Additives, Fuel........................ 255
Adjustable Pedals....................... 98
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 307
Air Conditioning....................... 192
Air Conditioning Filter................202,308
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 203
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 308
Air Conditioning System................. 192
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 244
Airbag................................ 39
Airbag Deployment....................43,49
Airbag Light....................44,51,61,144
Airbag Maintenance...................... 50
Airbag, Side........................... 47
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........40,47
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 25
Alignment and Balance.................. 250
All Wheel Drive (AWD)...............229,321
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 185
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............313,344
Disposal............................ 315
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 225
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 144
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 25
Appearance Care....................... 321
Auto Down Power Windows............... 27
Auto Up Power Windows................. 28
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 67
Automatic Door Locks..................17,18
Automatic Headlights................... 103
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 196
Automatic Transmission............210,215,320
Adding Fluid.....................320,347
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 320
Fluid Change........................ 320
Fluid Level Check..................... 320
Fluid Type.......................... 347
Gear Ranges......................... 211
Torque Converter..................... 214
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . . 214
Autostick..........................217,222
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Compass Variance...................... 155
Computer, Trip/Travel................... 153
Console.............................. 135
Console, Floor......................... 135
Console, Overhead...................... 122
Contract, Service....................... 368
Coolant Pressure Cap.................... 314
Cooling System........................ 312
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 314
Coolant Capacity..................... 344
Coolant Level.....................312,315
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 315
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 313
Inspection........................... 315
Points to Remember................... 316
Pressure Cap........................ 314
Radiator Cap........................ 314
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)....313,344,346
Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 119
Cup Holder........................133,325
Customer Assistance.................... 366
Data Recorder, Event..................... 51Dealer Service......................... 297
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 193
Defroster, Windshield...............61,195,200
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers............... 109
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 295
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................ 106
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 315
Door Locks............................ 15
Door Locks, Automatic................... 17
Door Opener, Garage.................... 123
Drive Belts............................ 303
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 284
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System).... 186
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 69
Electrical Power Outlets.................. 131
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)..... 119
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).......... 117
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 150
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 285
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Hazard Warning Flasher................ 274
Jacking............................. 275
Jump Starting........................ 282
Overheating......................... 274
Towing............................. 286
Emission Control System Maintenance....296,350
Engine.........................292,293,294
Air Cleaner.......................... 304
Air Cleaner Filter..................... 304
Block Heater......................... 210
Break-In Recommendations............... 60
Checking Oil Level.................298,299
Compartment..................292,293,294
Coolant (Antifreeze)................312,346
Cooling............................ 312
Exhaust Gas Caution................60,256
Fails to Start......................... 209
Fuel Requirements.................253,344
Oil ..........................298,344,346
Oil Change Interval................... 300
Oil Selection......................300,344
Oil Synthetic......................... 302
Overheating......................... 274Temperature Gauge................... 146
Enhanced Accident Response Feature......... 50
Event Data Recorder..................... 51
Exhaust Gas Caution...............60,256,311
Exhaust System........................ 311
Exterior Folding Mirrors.................. 68
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 304
Air Conditioning..................202,308
Engine Fuel......................... 304
Engine Oil.......................303,346
Engine Oil Disposal................... 302
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 274
Turn Signal.......................... 143
Flash-To-Pass.......................... 106
Flat Tire Changing...................... 275
Floor Console.......................... 135
Fluid Capacities........................ 344
Fluid Leaks............................ 61
Fluid Level Checks
Brake.............................. 318
INDEX 377
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