2008 DODGE MAGNUM engine coolant

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MopartAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent
Engine Oil (2.7 Liter) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of
DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap
for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil (3.5 Liter) Use API Certified SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of
DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap
for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil (5.7 Liter) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil meeting the requirements of
DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap
for correct SAE grade.
Spark Plugs (2.7L) RE14PMC5 (Gap.050 in [1.27 mm])
Spark Plugs (3.5L) ZFR5LP-13G (Gap.050 in [1.27 mm])
Spark Plugs (5.7L) REC14MCC4 (Gap.043 in [1.1 mm])
Oil Filter (2.7 Liter) Mopart05281090 or equivalent.
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering, and transmission,
and add as needed.
²Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
444 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Perform Maintenance Every(Where time and mileage
are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.)
Maintenance Items Miles Kilometers or Months
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. 30,000 50 000 30
Inspect the transfer case fluid Ð All Wheel Drive
(AWD).30,000 50 000 30
Replace the spark plugs on 5.7L engines.30,000 50 000 30
Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or fre-
quent trailer towing.48,000 80 000 48
Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police,
taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.60,000 100 000 60
Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or fre-
quent trailer towing Ð All Wheel Drive (AWD).60,000 100 000 60
Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary.90,000 150 000 90
Flush and replace the engine coolant. 102,000 170 000 60
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About Your Brakes....................290,292
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 293
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 407
Adding Fuel........................... 336
Adding Rear Washer Fluid................. 261
Adding Washer Fluid...............133,261,404
Additives, Fuel......................... 334
Adjustable Pedals....................... 135
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 396
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 400
Air Conditioning.....................249,251
Air Conditioning Controls................. 249
Air Conditioning Filter.................258,401
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 259
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............400,401
Air Conditioning System..........249,251,252,400
Air Pressure, Tires....................182,312
Airbag................................ 52
Airbag Deployment.....................57,61Airbag Light.....................58,63,78,177
Airbag Maintenance....................... 63
Airbag, Side..........................53,59
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain).............53,59
Alarm, Panic............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm).................18,182
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Alignment and Balance................... 319
All Wheel Drive (AWD)................287,415
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 237
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........406,407,436
Disposal............................ 409
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 293
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............183,294
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Anti-Theft System....................... 182
Appearance Care........................ 416
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)......... 18
460 INDEX

Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 403
B-Pillar Location........................ 307
Brake Assist System...................... 298
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 298
Brake Fluid............................ 440
Brake, Parking.......................... 290
Brake System........................292,411
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 293
Fluid Check.......................413,440
Hoses.............................. 412
Master Cylinder....................... 413
Parking............................. 290
Warning Light.....................180,292
Brakes.............................292,411
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 274
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 75
Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 129
Bulb Replacement.....................429,430
Bulbs, Light..........................79,429Calibration, Compass..................... 192
Capacities, Fluid........................ 436
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 336
Oil (Engine).......................393,394
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 408
Car Washes............................ 417
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............77,335
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier....................... 163
Cargo Management System................. 155
Cargo Organizer....................... 161
Rollaway Tonneau Cover................. 158
Tri-Fold Load Floor..................... 156
Waterproof Liner...................... 160
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 161
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................155,339
Catalytic Converter...................... 397
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............201,219
462 INDEX

Cellular Phone.....................89,219,221
Certification Label....................... 339
Chains, Tire............................ 320
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 362
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 304
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light)................................ 388
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 76
Checks, Safety........................... 76
Child Restraint..................66,67,68,71,73
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............70,71
Child Safety Locks........................ 33
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 333
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 418
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 403
Climate Control......................... 249
Clock........................202,206,221,225
Coin Holder........................... 154Cold Weather Operation................... 269
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 248
Compact Spare Tire...................... 315
Compass.............................. 191
Compass Calibration..................... 192
Compass Variance....................... 192
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 188
Connector
UCI ................................ 242
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 242
Conserving Fuel........................ 188
Console, Floor.......................... 154
Console, Overhead....................... 139
Contract, Service........................ 452
Converter, Catalytic...................... 397
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 408
Cooling System......................... 405
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 407
Coolant Capacity...................... 436
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Coolant Level......................406,409
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 409
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 406
Inspection........................... 409
Points to Remember.................... 409
Pressure Cap......................... 408
Radiator Cap......................... 408
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......406,436,438
Corrosion Protection..................... 416
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 136
Cruise Light........................... 174
Cup Holder.........................152,420
Customer Assistance..................... 450
Customer Programmable Features............ 196
Data Recorder, Event...................... 64
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights........... 130
Daytime Running Lights................... 127
Dealer Service.......................... 390Defroster, Rear Window................... 262
Defroster, Windshield................78,250,256
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..............131,260
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 387
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player..........201,219
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 128
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine).......................391,392
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 377
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 409
Engine Oil........................... 395
Door Locks............................. 28
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 30
Door Opener, Garage..................... 140
Drive Belts............................ 395
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 287
464 INDEX

Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water.............................. 288
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 240
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 87
Electrical Power Outlets................... 150
Electronic Brake Control System
Brake Assist System.................... 298
Electronic Stability Program............... 299
Traction Control System................. 296
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses).... 421
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 136
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 299
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 175
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 185
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 376
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 360
Jacking............................. 362Jump Starting......................... 373
Overheating.......................... 361
Towing............................. 377
Emission Control System Maintenance......388,442
Engine........................75,384,385,386
Air Cleaner.......................... 396
Block Heater......................... 271
Break-In Recommendations................ 75
Checking Oil Level..................391,392
Compartment...................384,385,386
Coolant (Antifreeze).................406,438
Cooling............................. 405
Exhaust Gas Caution................40,77,335
Fails to Start.......................... 270
Flooded, Starting...................... 270
Fuel Requirements..................... 332
Jump Starting......................... 373
Multi-Displacement..................... 296
Oil ...........................391,436,438
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