2009 DODGE DAKOTA oil filter

CAUTION!
DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or E85
Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting
and drivability problems and may damage critical
fuel system components.
Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or
E85 Ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the
manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from
Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of
Methanol.
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain-
ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol
content may void the vehicle's warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85
fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms:
²operate in a lean mode
²OBD II ªMalfunction Indicator Lightº on
²poor engine performance
²poor cold start and cold drivability
²increased risk for fuel system component corrosion
To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with
E-85 perform the following:
²drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer)
²change the engine oil and oil filter
²disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the
engine controller memory
More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged
exposure to E-85 fuel.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mEngine Compartment Ð 3.7L............. 351
mEngine Compartment Ð 4.7L............. 352
mOnboard Diagnostic System Ð OBD II....... 353
NLoose Fuel Filler Cap Message........... 353
mEmissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................ 354
mReplacement Parts..................... 355
mDealer Service........................ 356
mMaintenance Procedures................. 356NEngine Oil......................... 356
NEngine Oil Filter..................... 358
NEngine Air Cleaner Filter............... 359
NMaintenance-Free Battery............... 359
NAir Conditioner Maintenance............ 360
NDrive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints....... 361
NBody Lubrication..................... 362
NWindshield Wiper Blades............... 362
NWindshield Washers................... 363
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT Ð 3.7L
1 Ð Air Cleaner Filter 7 Ð Battery
2 Ð Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 Ð Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
3 Ð Engine Oil Dipstick 9 Ð Engine Oil Fill
4 Ð Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Ð Coolant Pressure Cap
5 Ð Clutch Fluid Reservoir (Manual Transmission Only) 11 Ð Washer Fluid Reservoir
6 Ð Power Distribution Center 12 Ð Engine Coolant ReservoirMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT Ð 4.7L
1 Ð Air Cleaner Filter 7 Ð Engine Oil Fill
2 Ð Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 Ð Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
3 Ð Engine Oil Dipstick 9 Ð Coolant Pressure Cap
4 Ð Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Ð Washer Fluid Reservoir
5 Ð Power Distribution Center 11 Ð Engine Coolant Reservoir
6 Ð Battery 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your vehicle. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to ªEngine Compart-
mentº in this section.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils, provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed.
Materials Added to Engine Oils
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental
additives.
Disposing of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service
station, or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine
oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
The manufacturer's engines have a full-flow type oil
filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality
of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high
quality filters should be used to assure most efficient
service. MOPARtengine oil filters are a high quality oil
filter and are recommended.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)22 Gallons 83 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5 Quarts 4.7 Liters
4.7L/4.7L HO Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.7 Liters
Cooling System (Includes 2.1 Quarts/2 Liters for Cool-
ant Bottle)
3.7L Engine (MOPARtAntifreeze/Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula)13.3 Quarts 12.5 Liters
4.7L/4.7L HO Engine (MOPARtAntifreeze/Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula)13.3 Quarts 12.5 Liters
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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 (Hy-
brid Organic Additive Technology)
Engine Oil 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
Engine Oil Filter MOPARtEngine Oil Filter, P/N 5281090 or equivalent
Spark Plugs (3.7L Engine) ZFR6F-11G (Gap 0.043 in [1.09 mm])
Spark Plugs (4.7L Engine) Upper Bank Ð FR8TE2 (Gap 0.039 in [0.99 mm]) Lower Bank Ð
FR8T1332 (Gap 0.051 in [1.30 mm])
Fuel Selection 3.7L/4.7L 87 Octane
Fuel Selection 4.7L HO Premium Unleaded 91 Octane only or higher
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At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
²Check the manual transmission fluid level.
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 sixteen 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).
402 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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