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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.................12
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS.....13
DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID)......22
▫DID Displays.........................25
▫Engine Oil Life Reset...................26
▫Fuel Filter Life Reset....................27▫DID Amber Telltales....................28
▫Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages......28
▫Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Messages . .31
▫Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning
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3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push and release the
ENGINE START/STOP button once to return the
ignition to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Fuel Filter Life Reset
The cluster will display the “Fuel System Service Re-
quired – See Dealer” or “Service Fuel Filter” message
when the fuel filter maintenance life is less than 5%. To
verify if this is a fuel filter change event, go to the “Fuel
Filter Life” screen in the “Vehicle Info” menu. When this
message appears, dealers should replace the fuel filters.
NOTE:Use the steering wheel DID controls for the
following procedure(s)
1. Without pushing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to
the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)2. Push and release theDOWNarrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info”.
3. Push and release theRIGHTarrow button to access
the ”Fuel Filter Life” screen.
4. Push and hold theOKbutton for one second to access
the ”Fuel Filter Life Reset” screen.
5. Push and release theDOWNarrow button to select
“Yes”, then press and release the OK button to select
reset of the Fuel Filter Life.
6. Push and release theUparrow button to exit the DID
screen.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the fuel filter indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
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Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is self-cleaning. Main-
tain your current driving condition until regeneration
is completed.
•Exhaust System — Regeneration Completed— This
message indicates that the Diesel Particulate Filter
(DPF) self-cleaning is completed. If this message is
displayed, you will hear one chime to assist in alerting
you of this condition.
•Exhaust Service Required — See Dealer Now— This
messages indicates regeneration has been disabled due
to a system malfunction. At this point the engine
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) will register a fault
code, the instrument panel will display a MIL light.
CAUTION!
See your authorized dealer, as damage to the exhaust
system could occur soon with continued operation.•Exhaust Filter Full — Power Reduced See Dealer—
This message indicates the PCM has derated the
engine to limit the likelihood of permanent damage to
the after-treatment system. If this condition is not
corrected and a dealer service is not performed, exten-
sive exhaust after-treatment damage can occur. To
correct this condition it will be necessary to have your
vehicle serviced by your local authorized dealer.
NOTE:Failing to follow the oil change indicator, chang-
ing your oil and resetting the oil change indicator by 0
miles remaining will prevent the diesel exhaust filter
from performing it’s cleaning routine. This will shortly
result in a Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) and re-
duced engine power. Only an authorized dealer will be
able to correct this condition.
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Biodiesel Fuel Requirements
A maximum blend of 5% biodiesel meeting ASTM speci-
fication D975 is recommended for use with your diesel
engine. If frequent operation with Biodiesel blends that
are between 6% and 20% (B6–B20) is desired, the main-
tenance schedule is subject to shorter intervals.
The oil and filter change along with fuel filter replace-
ment is subject to shorter intervals when operating your
engine on biodiesel greater than 5%. Do not use biodiesel
greater than 20%.
For regular use of biodiesel blends between 6% and 20%
(B6–B20) it is important that you understand and comply
with these requirements. Refer to the “Maintenance
Chart” in the “Maintenance Schedules” section for fur-
ther direction.
CAUTION!
Failure to comply with Oil Change requirements for
vehicles operating on biodiesel blends between 6%
and 20% (B6–B20) will result in premature engine
wear. Such wear is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Biodiesel is a fuel produced from renewable resources
typically derived from animal fat, rapeseed oil (Rapeseed
Methyl Ester (RME) base), or soybean oil (Soy Methyl
Ester (SME or SOME) base).
Biodiesel fuel has inherent limitations which require that
you understand and adhere to the following require-
ments if you use blends of Biodiesel between 6% and 20%
(B6–B20). There are no unique restrictions for the use of
B5.
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Fuel Water Separation — Must Use MOPAR
Approved Fuel Filter Elements
Biodiesel fuel has a natural affinity to water and water
accelerates microbial growth. Your MOPAR filtration
system is designed to provide adequate fuel water sepa-
ration capabilities.
Fuel In Oil Dilution — Must Adhere To Required
Oil Change Interval
Fuel dilution of lubricating oil has been observed with
the use of Biodiesel fuel. Fuel in oil must not exceed 5%.
To ensure this limit is met your oil change interval must
be maintained with in the suggested schedule. The
regular use of biodiesel between 6% and 20% requires
intervals shorter than the outlined 10,000 miles and must
not exceed the suggested schedule. When routinely op-
erating on biodiesel between 6% and 20%, oil and filter
replacement intervals must not exceed 8,000 Miles or 6
months, which ever comes first.
Biodiesel Fuel Filter Change Intervals
The use of biodiesel requires intervals shorter than the
outlined 30,000 miles (48 280 km) and must not exceed
the suggested schedule. When operating on biodiesel
between 6% and 20%, fuel filter replacement intervals
must not exceed 20,000 Miles (40 233 km).
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 8,000 miles (12 875 km) or 6 months, if
regular operation occurs with 6% - 20% biodiesel blends.
Under no circumstances should fuel filter intervals ex-
ceed 20,000 miles (40 233 km), if regular operation occurs
with 6% - 20% biodiesel blends. Failure to comply with
these Oil Change and fuel filter requirements for vehicles
operating on biodiesel blends up to B20 may result in
premature engine wear. Such wear is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The engine may suffer
severe damage if operated with concentrations of bio-
diesel higher than 20%.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL.....74
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES............75
▫Engine Oil...........................76
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................78
▫Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter........81
▫Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement . .84
▫Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel . . .85
▫Intervention Regeneration Strategy — Message
Process Flow.........................87▫Maintenance-Free Batteries...............87
▫Cooling System.......................88
▫Charge Air Cooler — Inter-Cooler..........94
▫Brake System.........................94
FLUID CAPACITIES.....................96
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS . . .97
▫Engine.............................97
▫Chassis.............................99
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL
1 — Remote Jump Start Location
2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
4 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
5 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir6 — Air Cleaner Filter
7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
8 — Engine Oil Fill
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mark. The total capacity from the MIN mark to the MAX
mark is 1.7 qts (1.6L).
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage
your engine.
NOTE:It is possible for your oil level to be slightly
higher than a previous check. This would be due to diesel
fuel that may temporarily be in the crankcase due to
operation of the diesel particulate filter regeneration
strategy. This fuel will evaporate out under normal
operation.
Never operate the engine with oil level below the “MIN”
mark or above the upper “MAX” mark.
Change Engine Oil
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
CAUTION!
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced technol-
ogy Diesel Engine and an emission device designed
to limit Diesel Particulate Emissions from being
released into the atmosphere. The durability of your
engine and life expectancy of this diesel particulate
filter emission device is highly dependent on the use
of the correct engine oil.
Only use ACEA C3 SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Low Ash engine
oil meeting FCA US Material Standard MS-11106 or
Pennzoil Ultra Euro L full synthetic 5W-30 motor oil,5
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