FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®
Engine Coolant/Antifreeze
10-Year/150,000 Mile Formula. 10.4 Quarts (9.9 Liters)
Includes heater and cool-
ant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Coolant –
5.7L Engine (Without Trailer Tow Package) We recommend you use MOPAR®
Engine Coolant/Antifreeze
10-Year/150,000 Mile Formula. 15.4 Quarts (14.6 Liters)
Includes heater and cool-
ant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Coolant –
5.7L Engine (With Trailer Tow Package) We recommend you use MOPAR®
Engine Coolant/Antifreeze
10-Year/150,000 Mile Formula. 16 Quarts (15.2 Liters)
Includes heater and cool-
ant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter – 3.6L Engine
We recommend you use API certi-
fied 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as
MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, Shell Helix® or equivalent. Refer to your oil
filler cap for correct SAE grade.
6 Quarts (5.6 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter – 5.7L Engine
We recommend you use API certi-
fied 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as
MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, Shell Helix® or equivalent. Refer to your 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 (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). —
Spark Plug – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®
Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). —
Automatic Transmission
Use only Mopar® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission
Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the
function or performance of your transmission.
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Transfer Case – 3.6L Engine
We recommend you use
Shell Automatic Transmission Fluid 3353.—
Transfer Case – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — GASOLINE ENGINE
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 “Oil Change Required” 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 “Instru-
ment 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, brake master cylinder, power steering andtransmission 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 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 automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
• 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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