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WARNING!(Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fluid specifications. It is
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important to maintain the transmission fluid at the
correct level using the recommended fluid. No chemical
flushes should be used in any transmission; only the
approved lubricant should be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and
filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid specifica-
tions.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is
provided. Your authorized dealer can check your trans-
mission fluid level using a special service dipstick. If you
notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, visit
your authorized dealer immediately to have the trans-
mission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle with
an improper fluid level can cause severe transmission
damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle.
Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. How-
ever, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes
contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is
disassembled for any reason.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,
road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme7
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission We recommend youONLYuse MOPAR® ATF+4®
Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4®
fluid may affect the function or performance of your
transmission.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE
J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not
available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+4, MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By OilChange Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
Maintenance Chart
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter if using your ve-
hicle for any of the following: po-
lice, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer
towing. X
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
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Automatic Transmission....................468
Adding Fluid ......................... .633
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................633
Fluid Change ......................... .633
Fluid Level Check ...................... .633
Fluid Type ........................... .631
Gear Ranges .......................... .473
Special Additives ...................... .632
Torque Converter ...................... .481
Auto Up Power Windows ....................42
Battery ................................ .616
Jump Starting ......................... .592
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........28
Saving Feature (Protection) ................227
Belts, Seat ...............................119
Blind Spot Monitoring ..................... .136
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................621B-Pillar Location
......................... .510
Brake Assist System ...................... .493
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............492
Brake Fluid ............................ .657
Brake System ........................... .629
Fluid Check .......................... .630
Parking ............................. .487
Warning Light ........................ .324
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................471
Bulb Replacement ........................ .651
Bulbs, Light ............................ .122
Calibration, Compass ..................... .345
Camera, Rear ........................... .249
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .655
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .546
Power Steering ........................ .486
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................626
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Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........626
Cooling System .......................... .623
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............625
Coolant Capacity ...................... .655
Coolant Level ......................... .623
Disposal of Used Coolant .................627
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................624
Inspection ........................... .627
Points to Remember .....................628
Pressure Cap ......................... .626
Radiator Cap ......................... .626
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............624
Corrosion Protection ...................... .633
Cupholders ............................ .275
Customer Assistance ...................... .669
Data Recorder, Event .......................90
Daytime Running Lights ....................223 Dealer Service
........................... .609
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .120
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................229
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................606
Dimmer Control ......................... .224
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ..................633
Oil (Engine) .......................... .610
Power Steering ........................ .486
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................599
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................627
Door Locks ..............................35
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .256
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .483
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy ......340
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