2010 JEEP COMMANDER power steering

CAUTION!
•Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per-
form repairs and service when necessary could
result in more costly repairs, damage to other
components or negatively impact vehicle perfor-
mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions
examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC
dealership or qualified repair center.
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance
intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these
components as the chemicals can damage your
engine, transmission, power steering or air condi-
tioning. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed
because of component malfunction, use only the
specified fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off, or before starting the
engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level in the SAFE level range. Adding 1 U.S. Quart
(0.95L) of oil when the level is at the bottom of the SAFE
range will result in the level being at the top of the SAFE
range.
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Cav-ity Cartridge
Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
14 20 Amp
YellowCigar Ltr (R/A)
15 10 Amp
RedTire Pressure Tran-
sponders (R/O)
16 10 Amp
RedUpper & Lower
Switch Bank, Diag.
Connector, Cluster
(B+)
17 15 Amp
BlueFlipper Glass (B+)
19 Spare
(R/S)
20 10 Amp
RedSteering Column Con-
trol Module (SCCM),
Cluster (R/S), BUX
Trailer TowCav-
ity Cartridge
Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
21 Spare
(Acc De-
lay)
22 15 Amp
BlueRear Wiper (B+)
24 10 Amp
RedPower Distribution
Center (PDC) Relays,
Powertrain Control
Module, A580 (R/S)
25 10 Amp
RedShifter Assy (BTSI),
Trans. Case Switch,
ESP/ABS, Trailer
Sway Damp Relay
394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Transfer Case (NV140 Single Speed
Only) MOPAR
ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Transfer Case (NV245 Two Speed
Only) MOPAR
NV 247/245 Transfer Case Lubricant or equivalent.
Axle Differential (Front-Rear) MOPAR Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-140 (API-GL5) or
equivalent with friction modifier additive.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE
J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only rec-
ommended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir This system requires the use of MOPAR Hydraulic System Power Steer-
ing Fluid or equivalent, which meets Chrysler Material Standard MS-
10838.
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•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months, whichever
comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If this
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under ”Electronic Vehicle
Information Center” in Section 4 of this manual.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission
(5.7L engine) and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 413

Fluid Type........................... 383
Special Additives ...................... 383
Torque Converter ...................... 254
Autostick ............................. 250
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...... 140
Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 140
Battery ............................... 367
Emergency Starting ..................... 351
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 24
Saving Feature (Protection) ............... 110
Belts, Seat ............................ 40,75
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 369
B-Pillar Location ........................ 290
Brake Assist System ...................... 273
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 272
Brake Fluid ............................ 380
Brake System ........................... 379
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................... 269,272
Fluid Check .......................... 380 Master Cylinder
....................... 380
Parking ............................. 267
Warning Light ........................ 160
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 247
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 73
Bulb Replacement ..................... 400,401
Bulbs, Light ............................ 76
Calibration, Compass ..................... 179
Camera, Rear ........................... 128
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 407
Caps, Filler Fuel ............................... 318
Power Steering ........................ 266
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 377
Car Washes ............................ 387
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............74,317
Cargo Area Features ...................... 147
Cargo Compartment ...................... 147
Luggage Carrier ....................... 150
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Pressure Cap......................... 377
Radiator Cap ......................... 377
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .........375,407
Courtesy Lights ......................... 111
Cruise Light ........................... 168
Cupholders ............................ 145
Customer Assistance ..................... 433
Daytime Running Lights ................... 108
Dealer Service .......................... 362
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 150
Defroster, Windshield ................76,225,231
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 359
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 111
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ................. 385
Oil (Engine) .......................... 363
Power Steering ........................ 266
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 354
Disarming, Theft System ................... 20 Disposal
Engine Oil ........................... 365
Used Engine Fluids .................... 365
Door Locks ............................. 28
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 29
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 130
Driving ............................... 261
Off-Pavement ......................... 261
Off-Road ............................ 261
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .... 176
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 219
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 84
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...... 140
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 272
Anti-Lock Brake System ................. 272
Brake Assist System .................... 273
Electronic Roll Mitigation ................ 274
Electronic Stability Program ............... 275
Traction Control System ................. 273
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Exhaust Gas Caution..............38,74,317,371
Exhaust System ....................... 74,371
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 48
Exterior Finish Care ...................... 387
Exterior Lights .......................... 76
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 366
Engine Oil ........................... 366
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 365
Finish Care ............................ 387
Flashers .............................. 342
Hazard Warning ....................... 342
Turn Signal ................... 76,161,402,404
Flipper Glass, Liftgate ..................... 34
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 244
Fluid Capacities ......................... 407
Fluid Leaks ............................. 76
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ............383,384,385Brake
.............................. 380
Engine Oil ........................... 363
Power Steering ........................ 266
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 408
Fog Light Service ........................ 403
Fog Lights ....................... 108,169,403
Fold and Tumble Rear Seat .................. 93
Folding Rear Seat ...................... 93,97
Four Wheel Drive ....................... 256
Operation ........................... 256
Systems ............................. 256
Four Wheel Drive Operation ................ 256
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .................. 342
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 255
Front Axle (Differential) ................... 381
Front Heated Seats ....................... 90
Fuel ................................. 314
Conserving .......................... 176
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................... 318
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Snow Plow............................ 336
Spare Tire .......................... 297,344
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ 314
Oil ................................ 364
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .............. 119
Speedometer ........................... 160
Starting ............................. 26,243
Automatic Transmission ................. 243
Cold Weather ...................... 244,245
Engine Block Heater .................... 245
Engine Fails to Start .................... 244
Remote .............................. 26
Steering Power ........................... 265,266
Tilt Column .......................... 117
Wheel, Tilt ........................... 117
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls .............................. 220 Storage
............................... 400
Storage, Vehicle ...................... 236,400
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... 400
Sun Roof .............................. 137
Sun Visor Extension ....................... 85
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 49
Sway Control, Trailer ..................... 280
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 365
System, Remote Starting .................... 26
Tachometer ............................ 163
Telescoping Steering Column ............... 117
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 226
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......... 166
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 68
Theft System Arming ...................... 19
Theft System Disarming .................... 20
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 117
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 111
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 290
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