
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
• A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission andaxle) in your vehicle.
• Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
• While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
• The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality
grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle.”
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of
operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an
indication of an engine problem or malfunction.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.
Engine Break-In Recommendation — SRT Version
A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain (engine, transmission, and rear axle)
in your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 500 miles (800 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km),
speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contrib-
utes to a good break-in. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil is a high performance synthetic lubricant, the transmission fluid, and axle
lubricant installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-conserving. Oil, fluid, and
lubricant changes should be consistent with anticipated climate and conditions under
which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades,
refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of
operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an
indication of difficulty.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.
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- Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the
vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and
idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off
immediately.
We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the
vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam
or boiling coolant.
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light
The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the
parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it indicates a
possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-Lock Brake System
problem.
Please have your vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may
have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the
vehicle checked immediately.
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may
illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on
through several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and
not require towing.
If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead
to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend you do
not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
– Sport Shifting
This light will illuminate whenSPORT MODEis selected. This mode provides performance
based transmission shifting depending on the driver requested throttle position.
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Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™
• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator
system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the
appropriate action:
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, shift the transmission to NEUTRAL, but do not increaseengine idle speed.
NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the
radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge
reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner
turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on
HOT (H), and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately, and call for
service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your
radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when
the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
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TIREFIT Usage Precautions
• Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date(printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system. Refer to “Sealing
a Tire with TIREFIT” section (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement.”
• The Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) are a one tire application use. After each use, always replace these components immediately at an authorized dealer.
• When the TIREFIT sealant is in a liquid form, clean water, and a damp cloth will remove the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can
easily be peeled off and properly discarded.
• For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the TIREFIT kit.
• You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle tires. The kit also comes with two needles, located in the Accessory Storage Compartment (on the bottom of the air pump)
for inflating sport balls, rafts, or similar inflatable items. However, use only the Air Pump
Hose (7) and make sure the Mode Select Knob (5) is in the Air Mode when inflating such
items to avoid injecting sealant into them. The TIREFIT Sealant is only intended to seal
punctures less than 1/4” (6 mm) diameter in the tread of your vehicle.
• Do not lift or carry the TIREFIT kit by the hoses.
Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT
(A) Whenever You Stop To Use TIREFIT:
1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning flashers.
2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground. This will allow the TIREFIT Hoses (6) and (7) to reach the valve stem and
keep the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground. This will provide the best positioning of the kit
when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and running the air pump. Move the
vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in this position before proceeding.
3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto transmission) or in Gear (manual transmission) and cycle the ignition to the OFF position.
4. Set the parking brake.
(B) Setting Up To Use TIREFIT:
1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Sealant Mode position.
2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose.
3. Place the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire.
4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the valve stem.
5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet.
6. Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) from the tire.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
Non-SRT
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
Part Capacities
Engine Coolant – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Tech- nology). 11.1 Quarts (10.5 Liters) In-
cludes heater and coolant
recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Coolant – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Tech- nology). 14.7 Quarts (13.9 Liters) In-
cludes heater and coolant
recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter – 3.6L
Engine We recommend you use API
Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine
Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®,
Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix®.
Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. 6 Quarts (5.6 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter – 5.7L
Engine We recommend you use API
Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine
Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®,
Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix®.
Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. 7 Quarts (6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use
MOPAR® Engine Oil Filters. –
Spark Plug – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap0.043 in [1.1 mm]). –
Spark Plug – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap0.043 in [1.1 mm]). –
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 trans- mission. –
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SRT
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
Part Capacities
Engine Coolant – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Tech- nology). 15.2 Quarts (14.4 Liters) In-
cludes heater and coolant
recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil With Filter – 6.4L
Engine For best performance and
maximum protection under
all types of operating condi-
tions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SN. The
manufacturer recommends the use of Pennzoil Ultra™
0W-40 or equivalent MOPAR® engine oil meeting the re-
quirements of Chrysler Mate- rial Standard MS-12633 for
use in all operating tempera- tures. 7 Quarts (6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil Filters. –
Spark Plugs – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap0.043 in [1.1 mm]) . –
Axle Rear (SRT) We recommend you use
MOPAR® Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W–90
(API GL-5) with MOPAR® Fric- tion Modifier – Hypoid Gear Additive. –
Power Steering Reservoir
(SRT) We recommend you use
MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+ 4, or MOPAR® ATF+4® Auto- matic Transmission Fluid. –
Fuel Selection – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use Pre- mium Unleaded 91 Octane orhigher. 19.1 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
Manual Transmission – If
Equipped We recommend you use
MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. –
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SRT – MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000 30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000 70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000 130,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXX X X X X X X
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXX X X X X X X
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-
road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; re-
place if necessary. XXX X
X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXX X X X
Inspect the CV joints. XXX X X X
Inspect the exhaust system. XX X X
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using
your vehicle for any of the following: Most of your driving is
at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F
(32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving. XX X
Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if equipped), add as
necessary. XX X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using
your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or
frequent trailer towing. X
Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. XX X X
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Air BagAdvanceFrontAirBag ........15
AirBags................15
Air Bag Warning Light .........15
FrontAirBag .............15
Rollover ................15
SideAirBags .............15
Side Impacts .............15
Airbag Light ................87
Air Conditioning .............30
Air Recirculation .............30
Alarm Vehicle Security Alarm ........13
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........13
Anti-Lock Warning Light .........87
Arming System (Security Alarm) .....13
Assistance Towing ............84
Audio Jack ............37,40,45
Audio Settings ............36,39
Audio Systems (Radio) ..........36
Automatic Headlights ..........25
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . .30
Automatic Transmission Autostick .............28,80
Fluid Type ..............112
Autostick ...............28,80
AxleFluid................ .112
BrakeFluid............... .112
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .................23
Bulb Replacement ............130
Calibration, Compass ...........73
CD (Compact Disc) Player .......37,40
Change Oil Indicator ...........88
ChangingAFlatTire...........90
Charging System Light ..........87
Child Restraints CarSeat................16
Child Restraints ............16
Child Seat Installation .........17
Installing Child Restraints Using The
Vehicle Seat Belt ...........17
Lower Anchors And Tethers For
Children ............16,17,18
Using The Top Tether Anchorage. .17, 18
ChildSeat.................17 ClimateControl..............30
Clock Setting
...........36,38,41
Cluster Warning/Indicator Lights Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light .....87
Charging System Light ........87
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Indicator Light ............87
Engine Temperature Warning Light..86
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) . . .86
Oil Pressure Warning Light ......87
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)Light .............84
Compass Calibration ...........73
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ..........112
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......26
Cruise Light ................26
Customer Assistance ..........131
Defects, Reporting ............132
Dimmer Control ..............25
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ........25
Disabled Vehicle Towing .........84
Disarming, Security System .......14
DoorLocks.................8
DriverCockpit ...............4
ECO....................73
Electronics
Your Vehicle's Sound System. . .34, 35
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ............26
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .....84
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator ................86
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ..................87
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)..............72,73,82
Emergency, In Case of Brake Warning Light .........86
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck . . . .106
Jacking ................90
JumpStarting............102
Overheating .............89
Towing ................84
Emergency Key ..............8
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