2008 CHRYSLER PACIFICA Change tire

Required Maintenance Intervals
Perform Maintenance Every(Where time and mileage
are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)
Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. 6,000 10 000 6
Rotate Tires. 6,000 10 000 6
If using your vehicle for dusty or off-road conditions,
inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces-
sary.12,000 20 000 12
Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. 12,000 20 000 12
Replace the air conditioning filter. 12,000 20 000 12
Inspect the CV Joints. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months.24,000 40 000 24
Inspect Exhaust System. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months.24,000 40 000 24
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot
seals, replace if necessary.24,000 40 000 24
Replace the engine air cleaner filter.30,000 50 000 30
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 423
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Adding Fuel........................... 329
Adding Washer Fluid..................142,387
Additives, Fuel......................... 327
Adjustable Pedals....................... 159
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 383
Air Conditioning.....................251,256
Air Conditioning Controls................. 251
Air Conditioning Filter.................269,384
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 383
Air Conditioning System..........251,256,259,383
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 252
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 304
Airbag................................ 50
Airbag Deployment....................... 62
Airbag Light...................54,55,64,79,197
Airbag Maintenance....................... 64
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............... 51
Alarm (Security Alarm).................... 18
Alignment and Balance.................... 311All Wheel Drive (AWD)................284,400
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 248
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........390,391,416
Disposal............................ 392
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............153,288
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 188
Anti-Theft System........................ 18
Appearance Care........................ 401
Auto Down Power Windows................ 32
Auto Up Power Windows.................. 33
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 86
Automatic Door Locks...................27,28
Automatic Headlights.................... 137
Automatic Oil Change Indicator..........192,202
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 259
Automatic Transaxle....................12,278
Adding Fluid......................... 418
Interlock System.....................15,280
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Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 329
Oil (Engine).......................... 378
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 391
Car Washes............................ 402
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 328
Cargo Area Cover....................... 176
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier....................... 178
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 177
Catalytic Converter...................... 380
Caution, Exhaust Gas...................78,388
CD (Compact Disc) Changer..........218,228,232
CD (Compact Disc) Player......212,216,222,226,232
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance........ 250
Cellular Phone........................89,250
Chains, Tire............................ 312
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 352
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 296Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light).............................193,373
Child Restraint........................67,69
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............71,74
Child Safety Locks........................ 30
Child Seat.............................. 75
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 326
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 403
Climate Control......................... 250
Clock................................ 209
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 250
Compact Spare Tire...................... 307
Compass.............................. 207
Compass Calibration..................... 207
Compass Variance....................... 207
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 208
Console.............................. 175
Console, Floor.......................... 175
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Jack Location........................... 352
Jack Operation.......................352,356
Jacking Instructions...................... 356
Jump Starting.......................... 360
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 55
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 139
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 39
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................71,74
Latches
Hood............................... 133Lead Free Gasoline...................... 325
Life of Tires............................ 309
Liftgate................................ 34
Lights..............................80,134
Airbag........................54,64,79,197
Anti-Lock........................... 188
Automatic Headlights................... 137
Back-Up............................. 415
Brake Warning........................ 189
Bulb Replacement................... 411,412
Courtesy/Reading..................... 134
Cruise.............................. 193
Daytime Running...................... 138
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 136
Door Ajar........................... 197
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator...........................156,158
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 197
Fog ..........................138,194,414
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Maintenance Free Battery.................. 382
Maintenance Procedures................... 376
Maintenance Schedule.................... 420
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 172
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 193,373
Manual, Service......................... 432
Map/Reading Lights..................... 168
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 129
Memory Seat.........................89,129
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 208
Mirrors................................ 86
Automatic Dimming..................... 86
Electric Remote........................ 88
Exterior Folding........................ 87
Heated.............................. 89
Memory............................. 129
Outside.............................. 87
Rearview............................. 86
Vanity............................... 89Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 314
Mopar Parts.........................375,431
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 136
Navigation System....................166,244
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 77
Occupant Restraints....................... 38
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 325
Odometer............................. 191
Trip ................................ 191
Oil Change Indicator..................192,202
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..............192,202
Oil, Engine.........................376,417
Capacity............................ 416
Change Interval..................192,202,377
Checking............................ 376
Disposal............................ 379
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Preparation for Jacking.................... 355
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 47
Programmable Electronic Features.........147,203
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless
Entry)..............................24,147
Radial Ply Tires......................... 306
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......390,391
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 210
Radio Operation........................ 250
Radio Remote Controls.................235,249
Radio, Satellite.......................... 245
Radio (Sound Systems).................212,222
Rear Camera........................... 166
Rear Liftgate............................ 34
Rear Park Sense System................... 160
Rear Seating Flexibility.................... 126
Rear Window Defroster................... 269Rear Window Features.................... 141
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 141
Rearview Mirrors........................ 86
Reclining Front Seats..................... 120
Recorder, Event Data...................... 65
Recreational Towing...................348,365
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 47
Remote Control......................... 235
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 249
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 375
Replacement Tires....................... 310
Reporting Safety Defects................... 431
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........192,202
Restraint, Head......................... 117
Restraints, Child.......................67,75
Restraints, Infant......................... 68
Retractable Cargo Area Cover............... 176
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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Ignition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderLocking Doors With The KeySTEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering WheelTo Release The Steering Wheel LockAutomatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock SystemSENTRY KEY - IF
EQUIPPED Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming of the System - If EquippedTo Arm the SystemTo Disarm the SystemSecurity System Manual OverrideILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To unlock the doors and liftgateTo lock the doors and liftgateTo Open/Close Power Liftgate - If EquippedFlash Lights On Lock/UnlockUsing The Panic AlarmProgramming Additional TransmittersBattery ReplacementDOOR LOCKS Manual Door
LocksPower Door LocksChild Protection Door LockWINDOWS Power WindowsLIFTGATE Power Liftgate - If EquippedOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlert)Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenAutomatic-Locking Retractor (ALR)Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System - AirbagEvent Data Recorder (EDR)Child RestraintENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Exhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day / Night MirrorAutomatic
Dimming Mirror - If EquippedDrivers Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer - If EquippedExterior Mirrors Folding FeatureOutside Mirror - Drivers SideOutside Mirror - Passengers SidePower Remote-Control MirrorsHeated Remote Control Mirrors - If EquippedIlluminated Vanity
MirrorsHANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationsPhone Call FeaturesUConnect System FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your UConnect SystemGeneral InformationSEATS 10-Way Drivers Power Seat
- If Equipped8-Way Drivers Power Seat - If Equipped4-Way Passengers Power SeatAdjustable Head RestraintsHeated Seats - If EquippedSecond Row Manual Seat Recliner - If EquippedSecond Row Manual Seat Adjuster - If EquippedSecond Row Bench Seating - If
EquippedSecond Row Fold and Tumble Seats - If EquippedThird Row Easy Exit - If EquippedThird Row Seating - If EquippedLoad Floor - If EquippedPlastic Grocery Bag RetainerDRIVER MEMORY SEAT - IF EQUIPPED Easy Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only)
Tilt Mirrors in Reverse (Available with Memory Seat Only) - If EquippedTO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Overhead Console Map/Reading LightsInteriorLightsMulti-Function LeverHeadlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel LightsAutomatic HeadlightsDaytime
Running Lights (Canada Only)Lights-on ReminderHeadlight Time DelayFog Lights - If EquippedTurn SignalsHighbeam/Lowbeam Select SwitchPassing LightWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield WashersMist FeatureWindshield Wiper OperationIntermittent
Wiper SystemRear Window Wiper/WasherTILT STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL To ActivateTo Set a Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary the Speed SettingTo Accelerate For PassingGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED
Programming HomeLinkCanadian Programming/Gate ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkReprogramming a Single HomeLink ButtonsSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM -
ABS/TCS/BAS/ESP Traction Control System (TCS)Brake Assist System (BAS)ESP (Electronic Stability Program)ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED REAR PARK SENSE SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rear Park Assist SensorsRear Park Assist Warning Display
Enable/Disable the Rear Park Assist System - If EquippedService the Rear Park Assist SystemCleaning the Rear Park Assist SystemREAR CAMERA - IF EQUIPPED OVERHEAD CONSOLE - IF EQUIPPED Courtesy/Reading LightsSunglasses StoragePOWER SUNROOF
- IF EQUIPPED Express Open FeatureWind BuffetingSunroof Comfort Position - If EquippedSunroof MaintenanceELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffCUPHOLDERS Front Seat CupholdersSecond Row Seat CupholdersThird Row Seat Cupholders - If EquippedSTORAGE Console FeaturesRear Cargo Storage Bin - If EquippedRetractable Cargo Area Cover - If EquippedCargo Tie-Down HooksROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT
PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED Oil Change RequiredCustomer
Programmable Features - If EquippedCompass Display - If EquippedMini-Trip Functions - If EquippedSETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK Clock Setting ProcedureRADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast SignalsTwo Types of Signals
Electrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES CODE RAH - AM AND FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD/DVD CHANGER CONTROLS Radio OperationCDPlayer OperationCD/DVD Changer OperationNotes On Playing MP3 FilesOperation
Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play)SALES CODE REV - AM AND FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD/DVD CHANGER CONTROLS Radio OperationCD Player OperationCD/DVD Changer OperationNotes On Playing MP3 FilesOperation Instructions
- (CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play)Operating Instructions - MP3 Player, Portable WalkmanOperating Instructions - Video Games/Camcorders6 DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (RDV) - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - CD/DVD ChangerEJECT (EJT) ButtonOperating
Instructions - Remote ControlOperating Instructions - Video ScreenOperating Instructions - Headphones Operating Instructions - Auxiliary InputNAVIGATION SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED SATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ENS/SID)Selecting Satellite Mode in RBB, RAH, REV and RBK RadiosSelecting Satellite Mode in RBP, RBU, RAZ, RB1 and RBQ RadiosSelecting a ChannelStoring and Selecting Pre-Set ChannelsUsing the PTY (Program Type) Button (If Equipped)
PTY Button SCANPTY Button SEEKSatellite AntennaReception QualityREMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS Radio OperationCD PlayerCD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Air Conditioning
and Heating System Mode ControlManual Air Conditioning OperationDual-Zone Automatic Temperature ControlElectric Rear Window DefrosterSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic TransmissionNormal Starting (Above 32 degreesF/0
degrees C)Extremely Cold Weather Starting (Below -20 degrees F / -29 degrees C)High Altitude Starting (Above 4,000 ft. / 1 219 m)If Engine Fails To StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Brake/Transmission Interlock
SystemAutomatic Transmission Ignition Interlock SystemReset Mode - Electronic TransmissionAUTOSTICK AutoStick OperationAutoStick General InformationALL WHEEL DRIVE - IF EQUIPPED PARKING BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake SystemPOWER
STEERING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES AccelerationTractionDRIVING THROUGH WATER Flowing/Rising WaterShallow Standing WaterTIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL
INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresRadial-Ply TiresCompact Spare Tire - If EquippedLimited Use Spare - If EquippedTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresAlignment And BalanceTIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) Basic TPMS without EVIC - If EquippedBasic TPMS with EVIC - If EquippedPremium TPMS - If EquippedTire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure WarningsService Tire System SoonGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS
3.8L GASOLINE ENGINES4.0L GASOLINE ENGINESReformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineMaterials Added to FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
VEHICLE LOADING Vehicle Certification LabelGross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)OverloadingLoadingTRAILER TOWINGCommon Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsRECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE(Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground)WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD
WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack LocationSpare Tire StowagePreparations For JackingJacking InstructionsJUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition KeyWithout The Ignition KeyTOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground)TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLYMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3.8L ENGINES 4.0L
ENGINES ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterDrive BeltSpark
PlugsEngine Air Cleaner FilterCatalytic ConverterMaintenance-Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenancePower Steering - Fluid CheckFront and Rear Suspension Ball JointsSteering Shaft SealSteering LinkageDrive Shaft Universal JointsBody LubricationWindshield Wiper
BladesWindshield and Rear Window WashersExhaust SystemCooling SystemHoses And Vacuum/Vapor HarnessesBrakesMaster Cylinder - Brake Fluid LevelCheckFuel System HosesAutomatic TransmissionAll Wheel Drive (AWD) - If EquippedFront And Rear Wheel
BearingsAppearance Care and Protection from CorrosionCleaning The Center Console Cup HoldersFUSES (INTEGRATED POWER MODULE) VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT HeadlightsHigh Intensity Discharge Headlights
(HID) - If EquippedFront Park/Turn Signal and Sidemarker LightsFront Fog LightRear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and Back-up LightsLicense LightFLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassisMAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment
Prepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX