Problems that result from using gasoline containing
Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol
are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may
not be covered under New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso-
line containing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher
ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85
fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms:
•Operate in a lean mode.
•OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on.
•Poor engine performance.
•Poor cold start and cold drivability.
•Increased risk for fuel system component corrosion.
To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with
E-85 perform the following:
•Drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer).
•Change the engine oil and oil filter.
•Disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the
engine controller memory.
More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged
exposure to E-85 fuel.
MMT In Gasoline
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT)
is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is
blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline
blended with MMT provides no performance advantage
beyond gasoline of the same octane number without
MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug
life and reduces emissions system performance in some
vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline
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STARTING AND OPERATING 529
NOTE:MOPAR® SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®,
Shell Helix® or equivalent may be used when SAE 5W-20
engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent such as
Pennzoil® or Shell Helix® is recommended for all oper-
ating temperatures. This engine oil improves low tem-
perature starting and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
NOTE:Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use
SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper
operation of the Fuel Saver Technology. Refer to “Fuel
Saver Technology – If Equipped” in “Starting and Oper-
ating” for further information.
Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed.7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609
FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
3.6L and 5.7L Engines25 Gallons94 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified)6 Quarts5.6 Liters
5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified)7 Quarts6.6 Liters
Cooling System*
3.6L Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent)
10.4 Quarts9.9 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) – Without Trailer Tow Package
15.4 Quarts14.6 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) – With Trailer Tow Package
16 Quarts15.2 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 669
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine CoolantWe recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology).
Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Penn-
zoil®, and Shell Helix®. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Penn-
zoil®, and Shell Helix®. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil FilterWe recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Spark Plugs – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs.
Spark Plugs – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane
Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine 87 Octane Acceptable - 89 Octane Recommended
670 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
About Your Brakes........................472
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................473
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .192
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............634
Adding Fuel.............................536
Additives, Fuel...........................530
Air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Air Bag
Advance Front Air Bag....................68
Air Bag Components.....................67
Air bag Operation.......................70
Air Bag Warning Light....................79
Enhanced Accident Response................78
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................82
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
If A Deployment Occurs...................77
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................71
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............81
Side Air Bags...........................72
Transporting Pets.......................107
Air bag Deployment........................67
Air bag Light.............................79
Air bag Maintenance........................81
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .610
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................616
Air Conditioning Filter.....................395
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips..............394
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................616
Air Conditioning System....................392
Air Pressure, Tires.........................506
Air Suspension...........................450
Alarm
Arm The System........................19
Tamper Alert...........................21
Alarm, Panic.............................24
Alarm (Security Alarm)......................19
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............9
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................633
694 INDEX
Fails to Start...........................424
Flooded, Starting.......................424
Fuel Requirements......................527
Jump Starting..........................582
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..607
Oil Filler Cap..........................609
Oil Selection...........................608
Oil Synthetic..........................609
Overheating...........................568
Starting..............................421
Temperature Gauge......................294
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................608
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................608
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............78
Entry System, Illuminated....................21
Ethanol................................528
Event Data Recorder........................82
Exhaust Gas Caution.......................109
Exhaust System...........................109
Exterior Lights...........................112
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................610
Air Conditioning.......................395
Engine Oil............................610
Engine Oil Disposal.....................610
Flashers................................568
Hazard Warning........................568
Turn Signal............................112
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range.........................535
Engine Oil............................534
Fuel Requirements......................532
Maintenance...........................535
Replacement Parts.......................535
Starting..............................535
Flooded Engine Starting....................424
Fluid, Brake.............................67210
INDEX 699
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................527
Odometer...............................298
Tr i p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..298
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)..............457
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)..............457
Oil, Engine..............................305
Capacity.............................669
Change Interval........................607
Dipstick..............................607
Disposal..............................610
Filter................................610
Filter Disposal.........................610
Identification Logo......................608
Materials Added to......................610
Recommendation.......................608
Synthetic.............................609
Viscosity.............................608
Oil Filter, Selection........................610
Onboard Diagnostic System..................603
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®)............248
Operating Precautions......................603
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).............6
Outside Rearview Mirrors...................130
Overhead Console.........................245
Overheating, Engine.......................295
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).............6
Paint Care..............................644
Panic Alarm..............................24
Parking Brake............................469
ParkSense® System, Rear....................223
Passing Light............................177
Passive Entry.............................35
Pets...................................107
Placard, Tire and Loading Information..........501
Power
Brakes...............................472
Distribution Center (Fuses)................65110
INDEX 705