
periodically. Make sure that these units are always clean.
This will tend to reduce to a minimum the amount of
abrasive material that may enter the engine.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacture only
recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet
the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard
MS-6395. Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the
specification MS-6395.
Engine Oil Identification (API) Symbol
There is a symbol to aid you in selecting the proper
engine oil.This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacture only recommends
API Certified engine oils that
meet the requirements of
DaimlerChrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-6395. Use Mopar or an
equivalent oil meeting the specifi-
cation MS-6395.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
For 3.7L/4.7L engines SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recom-
mended for all operating temperatures. For the 5.7L
engine SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all
operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low
temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your
engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your vehicle.
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You are urged to use only the manufacturer’s specified
hoses and clamps, or their equivalent in material and
specification, in any fuel system servicing. It is manda-
tory to replace all clamps that have been loosened or
removed during service. Care should be taken in install-
ing new clamps to insure they are properly torqued.
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
Proper operation of the crankcase ventilation system
requires that the PCV valve be free of sticking or plug-
ging because of deposits. Deposits can accumulate in the
PCV valve and passage with increasing mileage. Have
the PCV valve, hoses, and passages checked for proper
operation at the intervals specified. If the valve is
plugged or sticking, replace with a new valve –Do not
attempt to clean the PCV valve!Check ventilating hose
for indication of damage or plugging with deposits.
Replace if necessary.
Brake System
Power Disc Brakes (Front and Rear)
Disc brakes do not require adjustment; however, several
hard stops during the break-in period are recommended
to seat the linings and wear off any foreign material.
Brake Master Cylinders
The fluid level in the master cylinders should be checked
whenever the vehicle is serviced, or immediately if the
brake system warning light is on. If necessary, add fluid
to bring level to the full mark on the side of the reservoir
of the brake master cylinder. Be sure to clean the top of
the master cylinder area before removing the cap. With
disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. Brake fluid level should be checked when
pads are replaced. If the brake fluid level is abnormally
low, check system for leaks.
Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct
fluid type.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel
3.7L/4.7L, 87 Octane 27 Gal. 102L
5.7L, 89 Octane 27 Gal 102L
Engine Oil (with filter)
3.7L, SAE 5W-30, API Certified 5 Qt. 4.7L
4.7L, SAE 5W-30, API Certified 6 Qt. 5.7L
5.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 7 Qt. 6.6L
Cooling System (includes 2.1 Qts./2L for coolant bottle
3.7L without Rear Heat (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 13.5 Qt. 12.9L
3.7L with Rear Heat (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 14.5 Qt. 13.8L
4.7L without Rear Heat (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 13.1 Qt. 12.5L
4.7L with Rear Heat (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 14.2 Qt. 13.5L
5.7L without Rear Heat (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) NA NA
5.7L with Rear Heat (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 16.6 Qt. 15.8L
NOTE:All fluid capacities are approximate.
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Ball Joints............................. 351
Battery............................... 348
Charging............................ 325
Emergency Starting..................... 325
Gas Caution.......................... 325
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 26
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 132
Belts, Drive............................ 345
Belts, Seat.............................. 37
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 351
B-Pillar Location........................ 269
Brake Assist System...................139,147
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 146
Brake Fluid............................ 387
Brake System........................260,360
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................146,260
Disc Brakes.......................... 360
Fluid Check.......................... 360
Hoses.............................. 361Master Cylinder....................... 360
Parking............................. 258
Warning Light.....................186,189
Brakes............................... 260
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 245
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 74
Bulb Replacement....................... 377
Bulbs, Light............................ 376
Calibration, Compass..................... 159
Capacities, Fluid........................ 385
Caps, Filler
Fuel.............................287,288
Oil (Engine).......................... 343
Power Steering........................ 350
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 354
Car Washes............................ 367
Carbon Monoxide Warning............75,163,290
Cargo Management System................. 176
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Jacking............................. 320
Overheating.......................... 357
Tow Hooks.......................... 327
Towing............................. 328
Emission Control System Maintenance......... 390
Emission Related Components.............. 359
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 346
Block Heater......................... 244
Break-In Recommendations................ 74
Compartment......................335,336
Coolant (Antifreeze).................356,386
Cooling............................. 354
Exhaust Gas Caution................33,75,290
Fails to Start.......................... 243
Flooded, Starting...................... 243
Fuel Requirements..................... 385
Jump Starting......................... 325
Oil ...........................340,385,386Oil Filler Cap......................... 343
Oil Selection.......................... 385
Oil Synthetic......................... 344
Overheating.......................... 357
Starting............................. 242
Temperature Gauge..................... 183
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 14
Equipment Identification Plate.............. 313
Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze................. 356
Event Data Recorder...................... 62
Exhaust Gas Caution..............33,75,290,354
Exhaust System.......................75,353
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 47
Exterior Lighting........................ 134
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 346
Engine Fuel.......................... 346
Engine Oil........................344,386
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Engine Oil Disposal.................... 344
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 316
Turn Signal.....................136,183,378
Flat Tire Stowage.....................319,325
Flooded Engine Starting................... 243
Floor Console.......................... 172
Fluid, Brake.........................360,387
Fluid Capacities......................... 385
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 362
Brake............................... 360
Cooling System....................... 354
Engine Oil........................... 340
Power Steering........................ 350
Transfer Case......................... 364
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 386
Fog Lights..........................135,384
Folding Rear Seat..................... 117,120Four Wheel Drive....................... 250
Operation........................... 250
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 316
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 264
Front Axle (Differential)................... 365
Fuel................................. 285
Adding............................. 287
Filter............................... 346
Gauge.............................. 183
Octane Rating......................285,386
Requirements......................285,385
Tank Capacity........................ 385
Fueling............................... 287
Fuses...........................172,370,371
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 162
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...............288,337
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge)................... 183
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 285
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Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 67
Lubricating Oil......................... 365
Lubrication, Body....................... 351
Lug Nuts............................. 323
Luggage Carrier......................... 174
Lumbar Support........................ 113
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 348
Maintenance Procedures................... 340
Maintenance Schedule.................... 391
Schedule “A”......................... 405
Schedule “B”......................... 394
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 190,338
Manual, Service......................... 416
Manual Transmission
Lubricant Selection..................... 387
Map/Reading Lights..................... 155
Memory Seat........................... 125Mirrors................................ 84
Automatic Dimming...................84,88
Electric Powered....................... 86
Heated.............................. 87
Memory............................. 125
Outside.............................. 85
Rearview............................. 84
Trailer Towing........................ 307
Vanity............................... 87
Mopar Parts.........................339,415
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 135
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 74
Occupant Classification System (OCS).......... 52
Occupant Restraints....................... 36
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 285
Oil, Engine.........................340,386
Capacity............................ 385
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