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SCOPE OF WORK FOR “B” SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Oil Change
•Change oil and replace filter
Maintenance
•Rotate tires
•Replace dust filter (if equipped)
•Lubricate hood hinges, latch, and secondary latch
•Reset FSS Display
Function Check
•Horn, hazard warning flashers, turn signals, and indi-
cator lamps
•Headlamps and exterior lighting
•Windshield wipers and washer system
•Check seat belts for damage and proper function
•Test hydraulic brakes and check parking brake func-
tionInspection
•Check front and rear brake pads for lining thickness
•Check condition of front and rear brake discs
•Check tires for damage and general condition
•Check tire inflation pressures and correct if necessary
•Check major underbody components for leakage or
damage (if there are signs of leakage, determine cause
and repair)
•Check condition of front axle ball joints and rubber
boots
•Check condition of steering components and rubber
boots
•Check underhood components for leakage or damage
(if there are signs of leakage determine cause and
repair)
•Check condition of accessory drive belt
•Check headlamp aiming, adjust if necessary
•Check windshield wiper blades, replace if necessary
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Fluid Levels
Check fluid levels for the following systems and correct if
necessary. Should there be a loss of fluid that cannot be
explained by regular use, trace and eliminate the cause.
•Engine cooling system (check corrosion inhibitor/
antifreeze)
•Hydraulic brake system
•Power steering system
•Windshield washer system
FSS SYSTEM
The Flexible Service System (FSS) permits a flexible service
schedule that is directly related to the operating conditions
of the vehicle. See the Understanding Your Instrument
Panel section for details on how to use the FSS.
The oil change interval for your Crossfire is initially set at
7,000 miles (Canada: 11,000 km). Very light duty driving
cycles (most trips more than 10 miles [16 km] at moderate
speeds in moderate temperature conditions) can extend
the service interval beyond 7,000 miles (Canada: 11,000km). IfANYof the following apply to your driving, the
oil change interval can be reduced significantly:
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 km).
More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
There are two symbols which will appear in the main
odometer display field prior to the next suggested service.
This symbol represents Service A.
This second symbol represents Service B. Ser-
vice B rotates with Service A and includes
additional service tasks.
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At Each Stop for Fuel
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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. See the procedure de-
scribed in Checking Your Engine Oil in the Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel section or under
Engine Oil in the Maintaining Your Vehicle section.
Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or
MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
•Inspect wiper blade condition.
•Check operation of lighting systems.
•Inspect tires for unusual wear, damage, and pressure
(at least every 14 days).
•Mechanical assemblies (e.g., engine, transmission, etc.)
- check for leaks.
Once a Month
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Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and power steering and add as
needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
Additional Periodic Maintenance
The following maintenance items should be performed
during the scheduled maintenance nearest the time
elapsed and/or distance shown. Follow the interval that
occurs first.
Every 2 years:
•Inspect body for paint damage.
•Check chassis and supporting body parts for damage
and corrosion.
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At approximately every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 4
years:
•Check condition of driveshaft flex discs.
•Retighten locking bolts for steering (observe torque).
At approximately every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 4
years:
•Replace fuel filter.
•Replace air cleaner filter element.
At approximately 80,000 miles (129,000 km):
•Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Use the recommended automatic transmission fluid.
After this change it is filled for life. The manual
transmission comes filled for life from the factory.At approximately every 100,000 miles (161,000 km) or 5
years:
•Replace spark plugs.
Every 100,000 miles (161,000 km) or 5 years:
•Replace engine coolant using coolant approved to MB
325.0, such as Valvoline GO5, or an equivalent ex-
tended life coolant.
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
maintenance service, take your vehicle to a compe-
tent technician.
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Mopar Parts........................208,269
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 78
Occupant Restraints...................... 22
Oil, Engine........................... 209
Change Interval...................... 211
Checking........................... 209
Disposal............................ 212
Filter.............................. 212
Materials Added to.................... 212
Recommendation..................... 212
Oil Filter, Selection...................... 212
Onboard Diagnostic System............206,207
Overheating, Engine..................... 178
Owner’s Manual....................... 270
Paint Care............................ 230
Parking Brake......................... 148
Passing Light........................... 80
Pets.................................. 46
Pets, Transporting....................... 46
Power
Outlet.............................. 65Steering.........................158,217
Steering, Checking.................... 217
Windows............................ 21
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 28
Program Mode Selector Switch............. 147
Programming Transmitters.............100,101
Radial Ply Tires........................ 162
Radio Antenna......................... 127
Radio Operation....................... 128
Radio (Sound Systems)................... 119
Rear Liftgate........................... 22
Rear Spoiler............................ 87
Reformulated Gasoline................... 171
Refrigerant............................ 216
Remote Keyless Entry.................... 14
Replacement Tires...................... 163
Reporting Safety Defects................. 269
Residual Engine Heat Utilization (REST) . . . 132,133
Restraints, Child........................ 40
Restraints, Infant........................ 40
Restraints, Occupant..................... 22
Rotation, Tires......................... 169
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Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 48
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 48
Safety Information, Tire.................. 159
Safety Tips............................. 47
Schedule, Maintenance................... 257
Seat Belts.............................. 22
And Pregnant Women.................. 28
Extender............................ 28
Inspection........................... 48
Maintenance......................... 234
Operating Instructions.................. 25
Reminder........................... 111
Seats................................. 69
Cleaning............................ 232
Service Assistance...................... 266
Service Contract........................ 268
Service Manuals........................ 270
Shift Speeds........................139,140
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 189
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................ 167
Snow Tires............................ 168
Soft Top............................... 52
Spark Plugs........................... 213Specifications.......................... 249
Standing Lights......................... 77
Starting.............................. 137
Cold Weather........................ 138
Emergency (Jump Starting).............. 187
Engine Fails to Start................... 138
Steering
Linkage............................ 218
Power............................. 158
Storage.............................. 247
Storage Bin............................ 63
Stuck, Freeing......................... 190
Sulfur in Gasoline...................... 172
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 29
Telescoping Steering Column............... 82
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant......... 179
Theft Alarm............................ 18
Theft System........................... 18
Tire Safety Information................... 159
TIREFIT.............................. 180
Tires .............................159,271
Air Pressure......................... 159
288 INDEX