2006 CHRYSLER 300 LX service schedule

•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
•Trailer towing.
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).
•Off-road or desert operation.
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 the maintenance rec-
ommendations in Schedule“B”in this section.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you, then flush and
replace the engine coolant every 102,000 miles (170 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow the
maintenance recommendations in Schedule“B”in this
section.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for ScheduleB.
Second is Schedule“A.”It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
uleB.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months
whichever comes first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 351
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SCHEDULE“B”
Follow Schedule“B”if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions. Change
the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000
miles (100 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated
under one or more of the conditions marked with an.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32°F(0°C).
•Stop and go driving.
•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
•Trailer towing.
•Taxi, police or delivery service (commercial ser-
vices).
•Off-road or desert operation.
•If 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 the maintenance rec-
ommendations in Schedule“B”in this section.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you, then flush and
replace the engine coolant every 102,000 miles (170 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow the
maintenance recommendations in Schedule“B”in this
section.
SCHEDULE“B”353
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Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re-
placed at 3 months.XXXXX
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*XXXX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. X X
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV valve.*X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months,
if not replaced at 102,000 miles.X
Rotate the tires. X X X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
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.
360 SCHEDULE“B”
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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.
364 SCHEDULE“A”
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Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 56
Lubrication, Body....................... 309
Lumbar Support........................ 92
Maintenance Free Battery................. 306
Maintenance Procedures.................. 298
Maintenance Schedule................... 350
Schedule“A”........................ 361
Schedule“B”........................ 353
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)......................149,296
Manual, Service........................ 369
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 95
Memory Seat........................... 95
Memory Seats and Radio.................. 95
Mini-Trip Computer..................... 153
Mirrors............................... 67
Automatic Dimming.................... 67
Electric Remote....................... 69
Exterior Folding....................... 68
Heated.............................. 69
Outside............................. 68Rearview............................ 67
Vanity.............................. 70
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 230
Mopar Parts........................297,368
Multi-Displacement Engine System.......... 229
Multi-Function Control Lever.............. 102
Navigation System...................... 188
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 60
Occupant Restraints...................... 31
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............. 253
Oil, Engine.........................298,346
Capacity............................ 344
Change Interval...................... 300
Checking........................298,299
Disposal............................ 302
Filter...........................303,346
Filter Disposal....................... 302
Identification Logo.................... 301
Materials Added to.................... 302
Recommendation..................300,344
INDEX 381
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