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Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission
The “D” range can be selected when towing. However, if
frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3” range
should be selected.
NOTE:Using the “3” range while operating the vehicle
under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor-
mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces-
sive shifting and heat build up. This action will also
provide better engine braking.
The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be
changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than
45 minutes of continuous operation. See Schedule “B” in
section 8 of this manual for transmission fluid change
intervals.
NOTE:Check the automatic transmission fluid level
before towing.
Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (If
Equipped)
Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
When using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can get back to cruising speed.
Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to
maximize fuel efficiency.
Towing Tips — Cooling System
To reduce potential for engine and transmission over-
heating, take the following actions:
City Driving
When stopped for short periods of time, put transmission
in neutral but do not increase engine idle speed.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
4.0L Engines..........................364
3.8L Engines..........................365
Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II........366
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............366
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................367
Replacement Parts......................368
Dealer Service.........................369
Maintenance Procedures..................369▫Engine Oil..........................369
▫Engine Oil Filter......................374
▫Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tension . . 374
▫Spark Plugs.........................374
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................374
▫Catalytic Converter....................375
▫Maintenance-Free Battery................376
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............378
▫Power Steering — Fluid Check............379
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Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.8 Liter
Engines
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.
For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to
the Engine Compartment illustration in this section.
Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
There are a number of engine oils being promoted as
either synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you chose to use
such a product, useonlythose oils that are AmericanPetroleum Institute (API) Certified and have the recom-
mended SAE viscosity grade. Follow the maintenance
schedule that describes your driving type.
Materials Added to Engine Oil
The manufacture strongly recommends against the addi-
tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and
it’s performance may be impaired by supplemental ad-
ditives.
Disposing of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your dealer, service station, or
governmental agency for advice on how and where used
oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel23 gallons 87 liters
Engine Oil-With Filter
4.0 Liter Engines (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 5.5 qts 5.2 liters
3.8 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5.0 qts 4.7 liters
Cooling System *
4.0 Liter Engines (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent)10.7 qts 10.1 liters
3.8 Liter Engines (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent)11.8 qts 11.2 liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent
4.0 Liter Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 10W-30 engine oil, refer to oil viscosity chart for cor-
rect SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
3.8 Liter Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Refer to your oil filler cap for cor-
rect SAE grade, meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com-
partment.
Oil Filter, 4.0/3.8 Liter Engines Mopar5281090 or equiv.
Fuel Selection 89 Octane
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Adding Fuel........................... 321
Adding Washer Fluid..................140,382
Additives, Fuel......................... 320
Adjustable Pedals....................... 148
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 378
Air Conditioning.....................241,246
Air Conditioning Controls................. 241
Air Conditioning Filter.................259,379
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 378
Air Conditioning System..........241,246,249,378
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 242
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 298
Airbag................................ 50
Airbag Deployment....................... 63
Airbag Light...................55,56,65,80,188
Airbag Maintenance....................... 64
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............... 51
Alarm (Security Alarm).................... 18
Alignment and Balance................... 305All Wheel Drive (AWD)................276,395
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 237
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........384,385,411
Disposal............................ 386
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 279
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 181
Anti-Theft System........................ 18
Appearance Care........................ 396
Auto Down Power Windows................ 33
Auto Up Power Windows.................. 34
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 88
Automatic Door Locks...................28,29
Automatic Headlights.................... 136
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 249
Automatic Transaxle....................12,270
Adding Fluid......................... 413
Interlock System.....................15,271
Reset Mode.......................... 272
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Selection Of Lubricant................392,413
Shifting............................. 272
Special Additives...................... 394
Automatic Transmission................... 392
Adding Fluid......................... 393
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 394
Fluid Change......................... 394
Fluid Level Check...................... 393
Fluid Type........................... 392
Autostick...........................151,274
Ball Joints............................. 380
Battery............................... 376
Gas Caution.......................... 377
Jump Starting......................... 354
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Bearings.............................. 396
Belts, Drive............................ 374
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 381B-Pillar Location........................ 293
Brake, Parking.......................... 276
Brake System........................278,389
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 279
Fluid Check.......................390,413
Hoses.............................. 389
Warning Light........................ 182
Brakes.............................278,389
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 271
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 79
Bulb Replacement....................... 406
Bulbs, Light............................ 406
Calibration, Compass..................... 197
Camera, Rear........................... 146
Capacities, Fluid........................ 411
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 321
Oil (Engine).......................372,373
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Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 287
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 221
E-85 Fuel............................. 324
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 90
Electrical Power Outlets................... 163
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 150
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . 146,191
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 344
Jacking............................. 346
Jump Starting......................... 354
Overheating.......................... 345
Emission Control System Maintenance......367,416
Engine............................364,365
Air Cleaner.......................... 375
Air Cleaner Filter...................... 374
Block Heater......................... 270Break-In Recommendations................ 79
Checking Oil Level..................... 369
Compartment......................364,365
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 412
Cooling............................. 383
Exhaust Gas Caution..................39,321
Flooded, Starting...................... 268
Fuel Requirements...................318,411
Oil ...........................369,411,412
Oil Change Interval.................... 371
Oil Disposal.......................... 373
Oil Filler Cap......................372,373
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 373
Oil Selection.......................371,411
Oil Synthetic......................... 373
Overheating.......................... 345
Temperature Gauge..................... 180
Event Data Recorder...................... 65
Exhaust Gas Caution..............39,79,321,383
450 INDEX