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CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
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 transmission fluid level checked. Operating the ve-
hicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe
transmission damage.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)10.5 Gallons40 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
1.4 Liter Turbo Engine4 Quarts3.8 Liters
Cooling System
1.4 Liter Turbo Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) — with Manual Transmission
4.6 Quarts4.4 Liters
1.4 Liter Turbo Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) — with Automatic Transmission
5.8 Quarts5.5 Liters7
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Manual Transmission – If EquippedWe recommend you use MOPAR® C635 DDCT/MTX
Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission – If EquippedUse only MOPAR® AW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid
or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect
the function or performance of your transmission.
Brake Master CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3, SAE J1703
should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not
available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Convertible Top Rails – If EquippedWe recommend you use Berulub FR 43.
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Automatic Transmission....................233
Adding Fluid..........................368
Fluid and Filter Changes..................369
Fluid Change..........................369
Fluid Level Check.......................368
Fluid Type............................390
Gear Ranges...........................237
Special Additives.......................368
Autostick...............................242
Battery.................................347
Jump Starting..........................327
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........18
Belts, Seat...............................79
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................353
B-Pillar Location..........................267
Brake Assist System.......................254
Brake Fluid.............................388
Brake, Parking...........................248
Brakes.................................364
Brake System............................252
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................252
Master Cylinder........................364
Parking..............................248
Warning Light.........................148
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................235
Bulb Replacement.........................382
Bulbs, Light..............................81
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..........387
Capacities, Fluid..........................387
Caps, Filler
Fuel.................................300
Oil (Engine)...........................345
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................78
Cargo Area Features.......................137
Car Washes.............................370
CD (Compact Disc) Player...................182
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Inspection............................363
Points to Remember.....................362
Pressure Cap..........................362
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).............359
Corrosion Protection.......................369
Cruise Light.............................148
Cupholders.............................135
Customer Assistance.......................398
Data Recorder, Event.......................55
Daytime Running Lights....................110
Dealer Service............................342
Defroster, Windshield.......................79
Diagnostic System, Onboard.................340
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission..................368
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................362
Door Locks..............................20
Door Locks, Automatic......................23
Downshifting............................232
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water................................245
Electrical Power Outlets.....................132
Electric Remote Mirrors......................91
Electronic Brake Control System...............252
Brake Assist System.....................254
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........118
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............256
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......161
Exit Trip..............................167
New Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..167
Start Of Trip Procedure...................167
Trip Computer.........................166
Trip Functions.........................167
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Fluid, Brake.............................390
Fluid Capacities..........................387
Fluid Leaks..............................81
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..................368
Fluids.................................388
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........388
Fog Lights..............................113
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................331
Fuel...................................295
Adding..............................300
Additives.............................298
Capacity.............................387
Clean Air.............................296
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).....................300
Gasoline..............................295
Light................................148
Materials Added........................298
Octane Rating..........................295
Requirements..........................295
Specifications..........................388
Tank Capacity..........................387
Fueling................................300
Fuses..................................376
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...................300
Gasoline, Clean Air........................296
Gasoline (Fuel)...........................295
Gasoline, Reformulated.....................296
Gauges
Odometer.............................148
Gear Ranges.............................237
Gear Select Lever Override..................333
General Information.......................295
General Maintenance.......................343
Glass Cleaning...........................374
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Maintenance Free Battery....................347
Maintenance, General......................343
Maintenance Procedures....................343
Maintenance Schedule......................392
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......341
Manual, Service..........................402
Manual Transmission......................230
Fluid Level Check.......................367
Frequency of Fluid Change................367
Lubricant Selection......................367
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................364
Media Hub..............................99
Mirrors.................................89
Automatic Dimming......................90
Electric Powered.........................91
Heated...............................93
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................286
Multi-Function Control Lever.................109
New Vehicle Break-In Period..................76
Occupant Restraints........................26
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................295
Odometer...............................148
Tr i p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..148
Oil Change Indicator.......................165
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..................165
Oil, Engine..............................344
Capacity.............................387
Change Interval........................345
Checking.............................344
Disposal..............................346
Filter................................346
Filter Disposal.........................346
Recommendation.......................345
Viscosity.............................345
Oil Filter, Selection........................346
Onboard Diagnostic System..................340
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Seats..................................101
Adjustment...........................101
Heated...............................105
Selection of Oil...........................345
SENTRY KEY®
FCC General Information..................14
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)....................13
Service Assistance.........................398
Service Contract..........................400
Service Manuals..........................402
Shift Lever Override.......................333
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission.............232
Shoulder Belts............................29
Signals, Turn.............................81
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)...................284
Snow Tires..............................277
Spare Tire...............................279
Spark Plugs.............................388
Specifications
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..345
Speed Control (Cruise Control)................118
Sport Mode.............................250
Starting................................227
Automatic Transmission..................227
Cold Weather..........................228
Engine Fails to Start.....................229
Manual Transmission....................227
Steering
Power...............................247
Tilt Column...........................117
Wheel, Tilt............................117
Steering Wheel Audio Controls...............209
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .209
Storage................................382
Storage, Vehicle...........................221
Storing Your Vehicle.......................382
Stuck, Freeing............................331
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