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Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools. If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunc-
tion, visit your authorized dealer immediately to have
the fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle with an
improper fluid level can cause severe transmission dam-
age.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
594 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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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).
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)/Driver Information Display
(DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
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.
•Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
Check engine oil level.
Check windshield washer fluid level.
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
622 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Automatic Dimming.....................122
Electric Powered........................124
Electric Remote.........................124
Exterior Folding........................123
Heated...............................124
Outside..............................122
Rearview.............................121
Vanity...............................125
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................491
MOPAR® Parts...........................570
MTBE/ETBE............................501
Multi-Function Control Lever.................242
New Vehicle Break-In Period.................109
Occupant Restraints........................49
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................500
Odometer...............................316
Oil Change Indicator.......................330
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..................330
Oil, Engine..............................572
Capacity.............................615
Change Interval........................573
Checking.............................572
Disposal..............................574
Filter................................575
Filter Disposal.........................574
Materials Added to......................574
Recommendation.......................573
Viscosity.............................573
Oil Filter, Selection........................575
Onboard Diagnostic System..................568
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®)............275
Operating Precautions......................568
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors...................122
Overhead Console.........................273
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Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................57
Vanity Mirrors...........................125
Vehicle Certification Label...................508
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).............6
Vehicle Loading..........................473
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations...............7
Vehicle Storage...........................404
Voice Command..........................211
Commands............................207
Voice Recognition System (VR)................205
Warning Flasher, Hazard....................527
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .308
Warnings and Cautions.......................6
Warranty Information......................634
Washer
Adding Fluid..........................581
Washers, Windshield.......................248
Washing Vehicle..........................596
Water
Driving Through........................446
Wheel and Wheel Trim.....................597
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care.................597
Wind Buffeting............................47
Window Fogging.........................404
Windows................................43
Auto Down............................44
Power................................43
Reset Auto-Up..........................45
Wind Buffeting..........................47
Windshield Defroster.......................112
Windshield Washers.......................246
Windshield Wiper Blades....................581
Windshield Wipers........................246
Wiper Blade Replacement...................581
Wipers, Intermittent.......................247
Wipers, Rain Sensitive......................249
660 INDEX