2006 CHRYSLER PACIFICA check engine

for correct fluid type. It is important that the transmission
fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the
recommended fluid.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turers recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturers recommended fluid will result in
more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct
fluid type.Procedure For Checking Fluid Level
The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be
checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with
an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the
transmission and of the fluid.
To properly check the automatic transmission fluid level,
the following procedure must be used:
1. The vehicle must be on level ground.
2. The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a
minimum of 60 seconds.
3. Fully apply parking brake.
368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice). \b
•Off-road or desert operation.
NOTE: IfANY of 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 “B” of the
 Maintenance Schedules section of this manual.
NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule B.
Second is Schedule “A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule B.
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 in-
tervals exceed 6000 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.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•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.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 391
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Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle, brake master
cylinder and transmission, add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation. At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
•Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
392 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Miles 75, 000 78, 000 81, 000 84, 000 87, 000 90, 000
(Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXX X
Rotate Tires X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary. * XXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter XX
Replace the spark plugs. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front
& Rear) X
Check the PCV valve and replace if necessary.
Not required if previously changed.* X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if
necessary. ‡ XX
SCHEDULE “B” 399
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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. XXXXXX
Rotate Tires XXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary. * XXX XX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front &
Rear) X
Check the PCV valve and replace, if necessary.* X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if nec-
essary. ‡ XX
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60
months or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X
SCHEDULE “A” 407
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Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 100, 000
(Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (165 000)
[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Rotate Tires X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces-
sary. * XX XX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front &
Rear) X
Check and replace the PCV valve, if necessary.* X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if neces-
sary. ‡ X
Replace the spark plugs. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months
or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
408 SCHEDULE “A”
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Miles 102, 000 108, 000 114, 000 120, 000
(Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)
[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Rotate Tires X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * X X X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X
Replace engine timing belt. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) X
Check the PCV valve and replace, if necessary.* X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if necessary. ‡ X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months, if not
done at 100,000 miles (160 000 km). X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
SCHEDULE “A” 409
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Miles 126, 000 132, 000 138, 000 144, 000 150, 000
(Kilometers) (210 000) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250, 000)
[Months] [126] [132] [138] [144] [150]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXX
Rotate Tires XXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * XXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) X
Check the PCV valve and replace, if necessary.* X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if necessary. ‡ X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. 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.
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