2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN fuel cap

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mEngine Compartment ± 4.7L.............. 385
mEngine Compartment ± 5.7L.............. 386
mOnboard Diagnostic System Ð OBD II....... 387
NLoose Fuel Filler Cap Message........... 387
mEmissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................ 388
mReplacement Parts..................... 389
mDealer Service........................ 390
mMaintenance Procedures................. 390NEngine Oil......................... 390
NEngine Oil Filter..................... 392
NEngine Air Cleaner Filter............... 393
NMaintenance-Free Battery............... 393
NAir Conditioner Maintenance............ 394
NDrive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints....... 395
NBody Lubrication..................... 396
NWindshield Wiper Blades............... 396
NWindshield And Rear Window Washers..... 397
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM Ð OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). It will
also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.CAUTION!
²Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
²If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose, improp-
erly installed, or damaged. A loose fuel filler cap message
will be displayed in the instrument cluster. Tighten the
gas cap until a9clicking9sound is heard. This is an
indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press
the odometer RESET button to turn the message off. If the
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)27 Gallons 102 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
4.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.7 Liters
5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Cooling System (Includes 2.1 Quarts/2 Liters for Cool-
ant Bottle)
4.7L Engine (MOPARtAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula)14.2 Quarts 13.5 Liters
5.7L Engine (MOPARtAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula)16.6 Quarts 15.8 Liters
NOTE:All fluid capacities are approximate.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MOPARtAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology).
Engine Oil (4.7L/5.7L Engines) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.NOTE:Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use
SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper operation of the
Multi-Displacement System (MDS).
Engine Oil Filter MOPARtEngine Oil Filter, P/N 5281090 or equivalent.
Spark Plugs (4.7L Engine) Upper Bank Ð FR8TE2 (Gap 0.039 in [.99 mm]) Lower Bank Ð FR8T1332
(Gap 0.051 in [1.30 mm])
Spark Plugs (5.7L Engine) REC14MCC4 (Gap 0.043 in [1.09 mm])
Fuel Selection (4.7L Engine) 87 Octane
Fuel Selection (5.7L Engine) 87 Octane Acceptable - 89 Octane Recommended
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Axle Fluid............................. 433
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 409
Battery..........................385,386,393
Charging............................ 377
Emergency Starting..................... 377
Gas Caution.......................... 377
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 27
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 145
Belts, Seat.............................. 41
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 396
B-Pillar Location........................ 312
Brake Assist System...................... 300
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 299
Brake Fluid............................ 433
Brake System........................... 405
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................296,299
Fluid Check.......................... 405
Master Cylinder....................... 405Parking............................. 294
Warning Light.....................206,210
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 279
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 74
Bulb Replacement....................... 424
Bulbs, Light............................ 423
Calibration, Compass..................... 174
Camera, Rear........................... 163
Capacities, Fluid........................ 431
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 344
Oil (Engine).......................... 391
Power Steering........................ 294
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 402
Car Washes............................ 410
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............75,340
Cargo Management System................. 193
Cargo Organizer....................... 193
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Traction Control System................. 300
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 302
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 155
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).........212,303
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................163,167
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 379
Jacking............................. 371
Tow Hooks.......................... 380
Towing............................. 381
Emission Control System Maintenance......388,436
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 393
Block Heater......................... 278
Break-In Recommendations................ 74
Compartment......................385,386
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 432
Exhaust Gas Caution................40,75,340Fails to Start.......................... 276
Flooded, Starting...................... 276
Fuel Requirements..................... 431
Jump Starting......................... 377
Multi-Displacement..................... 294
Oil ...........................390,431,432
Oil Filler Cap...................385,386,391
Oil Selection.......................391,431
Oil Synthetic......................... 392
Starting............................. 275
Temperature Gauge..................... 204
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Event Data Recorder...................... 63
Exhaust Gas Caution..............40,75,340,398
Exhaust System.......................75,397
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 53
Fabric Care............................ 412
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Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 393
Engine Oil........................392,432
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 392
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 368
Turn Signal.....................148,204,425
Flat Tire Stowage.....................370,377
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................ 343
Engine Oil........................... 343
Fuel Requirements..................340,342
Replacement Parts..................... 343
Starting............................. 343
Flooded Engine Starting................... 276
Floor Console.......................189,192
Fluid, Brake.........................405,433
Fluid Capacities......................... 431Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 406
Brake............................... 405
Engine Oil........................... 390
Power Steering........................ 294
Transfer Case......................... 408
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 432
Fog Lights..........................147,429
Folding Rear Seat.....................127,131
Four Wheel Drive....................... 284
Operation........................... 284
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 368
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 379
Front Axle (Differential)................... 409
Fuel................................. 335
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................344,345
Gauge.............................. 204
Octane Rating......................335,432
Requirements......................335,431
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Tank Capacity........................ 431
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution..................... 346
Fuses........................187,415,417,420
Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) ........... 176
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............344,345,387
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge)................... 204
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 335
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 336
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 204
Fuel................................ 204
Odometer.........................207,209
Speedometer......................... 206
Tachometer.......................... 207
Gear Ranges........................... 279
General Information.................18,115,335
Glass Cleaning.......................... 414Gross Axle Weight Rating...............347,350
Gross Cargo Weight...................... 346
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 349
GVWR............................... 347
Hands-Free Phone (UConnectŸ).............. 88
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water......................... 290
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 368
Headlights............................ 424
Cleaning............................ 413
Delay.............................. 144
High Beam........................... 149
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 149
Lights On Reminder.................... 146
Passing............................. 149
Replacing............................ 424
Heated Mirrors.......................... 87
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