2007 DODGE POWER WAGON steering

Front suspension ball joints should be replaced only by a
qualified service technician using tools specially de-
signed for this purpose. Damage to the joints and/or
suspension components may result if improper replace-
ment procedures are used.
If seals are damaged the ball joints should be replaced to
prevent leakage or contamination of the grease.
Steering Linkage Ð Inspection
Whenever the vehicle is hoisted, all steering linkage
joints should be inspected for evidence of damage. If
seals are damaged, parts should be replaced to prevent
leakage or contamination of the grease. Lubricate the
steering linkage regularly according to the ªMaintenance
Scheduleº in this manual.
Front Prop Shaft Lubrication
Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil
change listed in the appropriate Maintenance Schedule
for your vehicle (Schedule ªAº and ªBº). Use Mopart
type MS-6560 (lithium based grease), or equivalent.
Front Driveshaft Grease Fitting
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.
Automatic Transmission MopartATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid
Transfer Case MopartATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid (G-56) MopartATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid
Front Driveshaft Grease Fitting. Use Moparttype MS-6560 (lithium based grease), or equivalent.
Clutch Linkage Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P.
Front and Rear Axle Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90. Limited-Slip 10.5 inch Rear AxleDOES NOT
REQUIREa limited slip additive.
Brake Master Cylinder MopartDOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not
available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MopartATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443
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Bar, Stabilizer/Sway System................ 267
Battery............................... 396
Emergency Starting..................... 375
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 120
Bearings.............................. 415
Belts, Drive............................ 393
Belts, Seat.............................. 34
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 401
B-Pillar Location........................ 318
Brake Fluid............................ 443
Brake System........................309,409
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 310
Disc Brakes.......................... 409
Hoses.............................. 410
Master Cylinder....................... 409
Parking............................. 308
Warning Light........................ 178
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 70
Bulb Replacement....................... 431Bulbs, Light............................ 430
Cab Top Clearance Lights.................. 438
Calibration, Compass..................... 136
Camper............................... 160
Capacities, Fluid........................ 441
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine).......................... 391
Power Steering........................ 398
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 406
Car Washes............................ 421
Carbon Monoxide Warning..............163,339
Cargo Light............................ 122
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance......... 225
Catalytic Converter...................... 394
CD (Compact Disc) Player............183,191,204
Cellular Phone.......................... 87
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 437
Center Lap Belts......................... 42
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Data Recorder, Event...................... 56
Daytime Running Lights................... 121
Dealer Service.......................... 388
Defroster, Rear Window.................86,154
Defroster, Windshield...............163,229,232
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 125
Differential............................. 78
Differential, Limited-Slip.................. 262
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player.............. 78
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 413
Power Steering........................ 398
Disc Brakes............................ 409
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 406
Door Ajar............................. 181
Door Locks............................. 26
Door Opener, Garage..................... 139
Drive Belts............................ 393Driving
Off-Pavement......................... 268
Off-Road............................ 268
Electric Rear Window Defrost.............86,154
Electrical Power Outlets................... 148
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 128
Emergency Brake........................ 308
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 378
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 366
Jacking............................. 369
Jump Starting......................... 375
Tow Hooks.......................... 379
Towing............................. 380
Emission Control System Maintenance......... 446
Emission Related Components.............. 396
Engine............................... 384
Air Cleaner.......................... 393
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Block Heater......................... 249
Break-In Recommendations................ 70
Compartment Identification............... 384
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 442
Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 339
Flooded, Starting...................... 246
Fuel Requirements..................... 441
Oil ...........................389,441,442
Oil Filler Cap......................... 391
Oil Selection.......................391,441
Oil Synthetic......................... 392
Temperature Gauge..................... 175
Equipment Identification Plate.............. 363
Event Data Recorder...................... 56
Exhaust Gas Caution................163,339,403
Exhaust System...................163,402,403
Exterior Lighting........................ 120
Fabric Care............................ 423Filters
Air Cleaner........................393,417
Engine Fuel.......................... 394
Engine Oil........................392,442
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 392
Flashers
Turn Signal.......................... 123
Flat Tire Stowage.....................368,374
Flooded Engine Starting................... 246
Fluid, Brake........................... 443
Fluid Capacities......................... 441
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 413
Power Steering........................ 398
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 442
Fog Lights.......................122,179,440
Fold Flat Load Floor..................... 155
Four Wheel Drive....................... 258
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 366
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Turn Signal..................123,173,431,434
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 173
Limited-Slip Differential................262,411
Loading Vehicle......................... 341
Tires ............................... 318
Locks................................. 26
Child Protection........................ 29
Door................................ 26
Keys................................ 12
Power Door........................... 26
Steering Wheel......................... 15
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 62
Lubricants............................. 416
Lubrication, Body....................... 401
Lug Nuts............................. 372
Lumbar Support........................ 113
Maintenance........................... 388
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 396Maintenance Procedures................... 388
Maintenance Schedule.................... 446
Schedule ªAº......................... 460
Schedule ªBº......................... 449
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine)..... 386
Manual, Service......................... 470
Manual Transmission..................255,412
Fluid Level Check...................... 412
Lubricant Selection..................412,443
Shift Speeds.......................... 257
Mirrors................................ 83
Automatic Dimming..................... 84
Electric Powered....................... 85
Outside.............................. 84
Rearview............................. 83
Trailer Towing......................86,358
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Mopar Parts.........................387,469
Multi-Displacement Engine System........... 313
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Parking Brake.......................... 308
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch............. 51
Passing Light........................... 124
Phone, Cellular.......................... 87
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnectŸ)............. 87
Pickup Box............................ 159
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 318
Positive Crankcase Valve.................. 396
Power
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 425
Door Locks........................... 26
Mirrors.............................. 85
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 148
Seats............................... 114
Sliding Rear Window................... 154
Steering..........................312,398
Sunroof............................. 145
Windows............................. 31
Power Steering Fluid..................... 443Power Wagon Features..................... 78
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 45
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 43
Programmable Electronic Features.........141,144
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................141,144
Radial Ply Tires......................... 326
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......404,406
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 182
Radio, Navigation....................... 219
Radio Operation...................183,191,204
Radio Remote Controls.................... 224
Radio, Satellite.......................219,220
Radio (Sound Systems)..............183,191,204
Ramp Travel Index....................... 269
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 411
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 415
484 INDEX

Speedometer........................... 174
Springs................................ 80
Stabilizer Bars, Electronic Disconnecting........ 79
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System................ 267
Starting............................... 245
Automatic Transmission................. 245
Engine Fails to Start.................... 246
Manual Transmission................... 245
Remote.............................. 24
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines)............ 245
Steering
Linkage............................. 400
Power...........................312,398
Wheel Lock........................... 15
Wheel, Tilt........................... 127
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................. 224
Storage, Behind the Seat................... 152
Storage Compartment, Center Seat........... 152Storage, Vehicle......................... 430
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 430
Sun Roof.............................. 145
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information........ 332
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 392
System, Navigation...................... 219
System, Remote Starting.................... 24
Tachometer............................ 173
Tailgate............................... 160
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............62,66
Tilt Steering Column..................... 127
Tip Start.............................. 246
Tire and Loading Information Placard......318,332
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 317
Tire Markings.......................... 313
Tire Safety Information.................... 313
Tires .........................80,164,322,471
Aging (Life of Tires).................... 330
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