2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN power steering

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP cor-
rects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying
the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter-
acting the over/under steer condition. Engine power
may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the
desired path.
ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle
path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual
path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match
the intended path, ESP applies the brake of the appropri-
ate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or
understeer condition.
²Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
²Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
ESP/TCS Indicator Light
The ESP/TCS Indicator Light starts to flash as
soon as the tires lose traction and the TCS or
ESP system becomes active. It will also flash
once a swaying trailer is detected and the
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) system activates. If the ESP/
TCS Indicator Light begins to flash during acceleration,
ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as
possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road conditions.
WARNING!
²ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the
traction afforded.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT ± 4.7L
1 Ð Battery 7 Ð Washer Fluid Reservoir
2 Ð Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 Ð Engine Coolant Reservoir
3 Ð Engine Oil Dipstick 9 Ð Integrated Power Module
4 Ð Engine Oil Fill 10 Ð Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
5 Ð Brake Fluid Reservoir 11 Ð Coolant Pressure Cap
6 Ð Power Distribution Center 12 Ð Air Cleaner FilterMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3857

ENGINE COMPARTMENT ± 5.7L
1 Ð Battery 7 Ð Washer Fluid Reservoir
2 Ð Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 Ð Engine Coolant Reservoir
3 Ð Engine Oil Fill 9 Ð Integrated Power Module
4 Ð Engine Oil Dipstick 10 Ð Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
5 Ð Brake Fluid Reservoir 11 Ð Coolant Pressure Cap
6 Ð Power Distribution Center 12 Ð Air Cleaner Filter 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPARtATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Transfer Case MOPARtATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Front Axle SAE 75W-90 Multipurpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Rear Axle SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARtDOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPARtATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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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.
Required Maintenance Intervals
NOTE:** Vehicles built with the 4.7L engine are
equipped with 16 spark plugs; one set is located on the
top of the engine under the coils and the second set is
located on the side of the engine.
The spark plugs located under the coils are a standard
plug and must be changed every 30,000 miles (50 000
km).
The spark plugs located on the side of the engine are a
premium plug and must be changed every 102,000 miles
(170 000 km).
438 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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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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Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......401,431,432
Temperature Gauge..................... 204
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 155
Cup Holder............................ 190
Customer Assistance..................... 451
Data Recorder, Event...................... 63
Daytime Running Lights................... 146
Dealer Service.......................... 390
Defroster, Rear Window................... 196
Defroster, Windshield................76,257,263
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 150
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 387
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 205
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 406
Oil (Engine).......................... 390
Power Steering........................ 294
Disarming, Theft System................... 19Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 403
Door Locks............................. 30
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 170
Door Opener, Garage..................... 176
Drive Shaft Universal Joints................ 395
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water......................... 290
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 252
E-85 Fuel............................. 340
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 85
Electrical Power Outlets................... 185
Electronic Brake Control System............. 299
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 299
Brake Assist System.................... 300
Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 302
Electronic Stability Program............... 303
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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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