FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
Part Capacities
Engine Coolant – 1.4L, 2.0L,
and 2.4L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
OAT (Organic Additive Tech-
nology). 7.2 Quarts (6.8 Liters)
Includes heater and coolant
recovery bottle filled to MAX
level.
Engine Oil with Filter –
1.4L Engine We recommend you use
SAE 5W-40 API Certified
Synthetic Engine Oil, meeting
the requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard MS-12991
such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®,
and Shell Helix®. Refer to
your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade. Refer to
your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade. 4 Quarts (3.8 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter –
2.0L Engine We recommend you use
SAE 0W-20 API Certified
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. 5 Quarts (4.7 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter –
2.4L Engine We recommend you use SAE
0W-20 API Certified 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. 5.5 Quarts (5.2 Liters)
Fuel Selection 1.4L Turbo
Engine 87 Octane Acceptable
91 Octane Recommended 13.2 Gallons (50 Liters)
Fuel Selection 2.0L and
2.4L Engines 87 Octane Acceptable 14.2 Gallons (54 Liters)
Fuel Selection – 2.4L Engine
GT Models Only 87 Octane Acceptable 15.8 Gallons (60 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use
MOPAR® Engine Oil Filters. —
Spark Plugs 1.4L Turbo
Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.025 in [0.65 mm]) —
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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 service 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).
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
“Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in
your Owners Manual on the DVD for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals 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.
• 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.
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
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