
miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To prevent reduc-
ing this extended maintenance period, it is important that
you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform-
ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle.
Please review these recommendations for using Organic
Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze)
that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-12106. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•We recommend using MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive
Technology) that meets the requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard MS-12106.
• Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant
that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concen-
trations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below
 34° F ( 37° C) are anticipated. •
Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant
(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE:
• Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could
lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is
needed to be added to the system please contact your
local authorized dealer.
• Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom-
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
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puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek
emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground
spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator/coolant pressure cap
unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze
point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant
of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is
satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once
a month.When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets
the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-
12106 should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not
overfill.Points To Remember
NOTE:
When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
• Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 19 Gallons72 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
6.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified) 7 Quarts6.6 Liters
Cooling System *
6.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant (OAT cool-
ant conforming to MS-12106) 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or
equivalent) 15.2 Quarts
14.4 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
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 (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance
Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
• 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 the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering, and add as
needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 563 

Cold Weather Operation....................400
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............379
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .453
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .337
Connector UCI................................ .376
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........376
Conserving Fuel ......................... .335
Console, Floor .......................... .306
Contract, Service ......................... .583
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........527
Cooling System .......................... .523
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............525
Coolant Capacity ...................... .557
Coolant Level ..................... .523, 528
Disposal of Used Coolant .................527
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................524
Inspection ........................... .528
Points to Remember .....................528 Pressure Cap
......................... .527
Radiator Cap ......................... .527
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......525, 557, 558
Corrosion Protection ...................... .534
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................244
Cupholders ......................... .302, 540
Customer Assistance ...................... .581
Customer Programmable Features ..........342, 357
Data Recorder, Event .......................74
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............229
Daytime Running Lights ....................222
Dealer Service ........................... .510
Deck Lid, Emergency Release .................46
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................44
Defroster, Rear Window .....................309
Defroster, Windshield ...................100, 386
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................230
Diagnostic
System, Onboard .................508
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INDEX 593 

Emergency Deck Lid Release..................46
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................499
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................482
Jump Starting ......................... .495
Overheating .......................... .482
Emergency Trunk Release ....................46
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........508
Engine ................................ .507
Air Cleaner .......................... .514
Block Heater ......................... .401
Break-In Recommendations .................97
Checking Oil Level ..................... .512
Compartment ......................... .507
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................523, 558
Cooling ............................. .523
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................99, 472
Fails to Start .......................... .400
Flooded, Starting ...................... .400Fuel Requirements
..................... .468
Jump Starting ......................... .495
Oil .......................... .512, 557, 558
Oil Change Interval ..................334, 512
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .513
Oil Selection ...................... .512, 557
Oil Synthetic ......................... .513
Overheating .......................... .482
Starting ............................. .397
Temperature Gauge ..................... .324
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .513
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............71
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .469
Event Data Recorder ........................74
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................99, 472
Exhaust System ....................... .99, 521
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................112
Exterior Lighting ......................... .219
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INDEX 595