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Fluid and Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle. However, if the vehicle is used for
frequent trailer towing, police, fleet, taxi, etc., change the
fluid as indicated in the Maintenance Schedule. In addi-
tion, change the fluid (and filter, if equipped) if the fluid
becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans-
mission is disassembled for any reason.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Lubricant Selection
Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Fluid Level Check
The transmission is designed to be fill for life. The oil
does not need to be check unless there is an oil leak.
Should the transmission be leaking oil, the transmission
should be serviced to correct the condition.
Frequency Of Fluid Change
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of
the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubri-
cant has become contaminated with water.
NOTE:If contaminated with water, the fluid should be
changed immediately.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
Fuel (1.4L Engines) 13.2 Gallons50 Liters
Fuel (2.0L/2.4L Engines) 14.2 Gallons54 Liters
Fuel (2.4L GT models only) 15.8 Gallons60 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
1.4L Turbo Engine (SAE 5W-40 Synthetic, API Certified) 4 Quarts3.8 Liters
2.0L Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5 Quarts4.7 Liters
2.4L Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5.5 Quarts5.2 Liters
Cooling System*
1.4L Turbo Engine (MOPAR® OAT Antifreeze/Engine
Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 7.2 Quarts
6.8 Liters
2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR® OAT Antifreeze/Engine
Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 7.2 Quarts
6.8 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” message is displayed.
Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil
message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km)
since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first. Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
Check engine oil level.
Check windshield washer fluid level.
Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage.
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, and brake
master cylinder as needed.
Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
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Hazard Warning Flasher..................519
Jacking ...............................532
Jump Starting ..........................543
Overheating .......................... .519
Towing ............................. .551
Emergency Trunk Release ....................47
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........561
Engine .................................558
Air Cleaner .......................... .567
Block Heater ..........................414
Break-In Recommendations ................106
Checking Oil Level ..................... .564
Compartment ..........................557
Cooling ............................. .578
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................108
Fuel Requirements ..................... .492
Jump Starting ..........................543
Oil..................................564
Oil Filler Cap ..........................558 Oil Selection
.......................... .565
Overheating .......................... .519
Temperature Gauge ..................... .310
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............80
Entry System, Illuminated ....................23
Ethanol ............................... .493
Event Data Recorder ........................83
Exhaust Gas Caution .......................108
Exhaust System .......................... .108
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................121
Exterior Lighting ..........................235
Exterior Lights ...........................111
Filler Location Fuel ........................316
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .567
Air Conditioning .......................404
Automatic Transmission ..................588
Engine Oil ............................567
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Engine Oil Disposal.....................567
Flashers Hazard Warning ........................519
Turn Signal ............................111
Flash-To-Pass ............................241
Flooded Engine Starting ....................413
Floor Console ............................292
Fluid, Brake .............................611
Fluid Capacities ..........................608
Fluid Leaks .............................112
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................587
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........609
Fog Lights ............................. .239
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .231
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................547
Fuel .................................. .492
Adding ............................. .497Additives
............................ .495
Capacity ............................ .608
Clean Air ............................ .493
Ethanol ............................. .493
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....................497
Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....................316
Gasoline ............................. .492
Gauge ...............................314
Light ............................... .316
Materials Added ........................495
Methanol ............................ .493
Octane Rating ..........................492
Requirements ..........................492
Tank Capacity ..........................608
Fueling ............................... .497
Fuel System Caution .......................498
Fuses ................................. .595
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