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Drain
First remove fill plug, then remove drain plug. Recom-
mended tightening torque for drain and fill plugs is 15 to
25 ft lbs (20 to 34 N·m).
CAUTION!
When installing plugs, do not overtighten. You could
damage them and cause them to leak.
Selection Of Lubricant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer
to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintain-
ing Your Vehicle” for further information.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid.
NOTE:No chemical flushes should be used in any
transmission; only the approved lubricant should be
used.
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.
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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 transmis-
sion has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can check your
transmission fluid level using special service tools.
If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction,
visit your authorized dealer immediately to have the
transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle
with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis-
sion damage.
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.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic TransmissionUse 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.
Transfer Case – Single-Speed (Quadra-Trac I®)We recommend you use Automatic Transmission
Fluid 3353.
Transfer Case – Two-Speed (Quadra-Trac II®)We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Axle Differential (Front)We recommend you use MOPAR® GL-5 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Axle Differential (Rear) – With Electronic Limited-Slip
Differential (ELSD)
We recommend you use MOPAR® GL-5 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant SAE 75W-85 with friction modifier additive.
Axle Differential (Rear) – Without Electronic Limited-
Slip Differential (ELSD)
We recommend you use MOPAR® GL-5 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Brake Master CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 Brake Fluid,
SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir – 3.6L EngineWe recommend you use MOPAR® Hydraulic Fluid.
Power Steering Reservoir – 5.7L EngineWe recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+4 or MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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Disposal..............................636
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................292
Appearance Care.........................644
Assist, Hill Start..........................481
Auto Down Power Windows..................42
Automatic Door Locks......................33
Automatic Headlights......................168
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........385
Automatic Transmission....................430
Adding Fluid..........................644
Fluid and Filter Changes..................644
Fluid Change..........................644
Fluid Level Check.......................642
Fluid Type............................642
Gear Ranges...........................432
Special Additives.......................643
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)........265
Auxiliary Power Outlet.....................265
Axle Fluid..............................672
Battery.................................615
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........25
Belts, Seat...............................110
Blind Spot Monitoring......................134
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................621
B-Pillar Location..........................500
Brake Assist System.......................475
Brake Control System, Electronic..............473
Brake Fluid.............................639
Brake System............................472
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................472
Fluid Check...........................639
Master Cylinder........................639
Parking..............................469
Warning Light.........................295
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................428
Bulb Replacement.........................66010
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Fluid Capacities..........................669
Fluid Leaks.............................113
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..................643
Brake................................639
Engine Oil............................607
Power Steering.........................468
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........670
Fog Lights..............................293
Fog Light Service.........................664
Folding Rear Seat.........................157
Forward Collision Warning..................219
Four-Way Hazard Flasher...................568
Four Wheel Drive.........................440
Operation.............................440
Systems..............................440
Four Wheel Drive Operation.................440
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................587
Front Axle (Differential).....................640
Fuel...................................527
Adding..............................536
Additives.............................530
Clean Air.............................528
Economy Mode........................429
Ethanol..............................528
Gasoline..............................527
Gauge...............................297
Materials Added........................530
Methanol.............................528
Octane Rating..........................527
Requirements..........................527
Tank Capacity..........................669
Fuel, Flexible............................532
Fueling................................536
Fuses..................................650
Garage DoorOpener(HomeLink®)............248
Gasoline, Clean Air........................528
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SENTRY KEY®
FCC General Information..................18
Key Programming.......................18
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)....................16
Sentry Key Replacement.....................17
Service Assistance.........................685
Service Contract..........................687
Service Manuals..........................690
Shifting................................426
Automatic Transmission..................426
Shoulder Belts............................53
Signals, Turn.............................112
SmartBeams.............................168
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)...................517
Snow Plow..............................556
Snow Tires..............................510
Spare Tire...............................512
Spark Plugs.............................670
Speed Control (Cruise Control)................188
Speedometer.............................293
Starting.................................24
Automatic Transmission..................421
Cold Weather..........................424
Engine Block Heater.....................426
Engine Fails to Start.....................424
Remote...............................24
Starting and Operating.....................421
Starting Procedures........................421
Steering
Power...............................466
Tilt Column...........................184
Wheel, Heated.........................186
Wheel, Tilt............................184
Steering Wheel Audio Controls...............381
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .381
Storage................................273
Storage, Vehicle...........................394
Storing Your Vehicle.......................65910
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Trailer Towing.........................551
Tread Wear Indicators....................514
Tire Safety Information.....................493
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................548
Tow Hooks, Emergency.....................588
Towing................................542
Guide...............................546
Recreational...........................557
Weight...............................546
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........557
Traction Control..........................475
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..................480
Trailer Towing...........................542
Cooling System Tips.....................555
Hitches..............................545
Minimum Requirements..................549
Trailer and Tongue Weight.................548
Wiring...............................553
Trailer Towing Guide.......................546
Trailer Weight............................546
Transfer Case............................641
Fluid................................672
Maintenance...........................641
Transmission............................430
Automatic............................430
Fluid................................672
Maintenance...........................642
Shifting..............................426
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .248
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .22
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).........22
Transporting Pets.........................107
Tread Wear Indicators......................514
Turn Signals.............................293
Uconnect®
Customer Programmable Features...........33210
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