Normal Maintenance Intervals
3.2L, 3.5L and 3.7L Engines
At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Change engine oil and filter. **
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with dipstick). Consult your
dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-
joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings.
Diesel engine fill diesel exhaust fluid.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
* Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service intervals.
** Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. Other maintenance items
1
Torque rear axle U-bolts to specification.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km) Diesel engine replace fuel filter. 2
Replace engine air filter.
Change diesel foam air filter.
Every 45000 miles (70000
km)
Change engine coolant.3
At 100000 miles (160000
km)
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Cruise control
See: Using Cruise Control................................. 151
Cup Holders....................................................107
Customer Assistance.................................186
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
Daytime Running Lamps..............................71
Diesel Particulate Filter................................111 Regeneration.......................................................... 111
Digital Radio
..................................................303
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 304
Direction Indicators
.........................................71
DPF See: Diesel Particulate Filter............................. 111
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap........218 Changing the Fuel Filter................................... 219
Purging Air From the Fuel System...............220
Driver Alert
.......................................................153
Principle of Operation....................................... 153
Using Driver Alert................................................ 153
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................37 Children and Airbags........................................... 42
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........37
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 42
Driving Aids
.....................................................153
Driving Hints....................................................178
Driving Through Water................................179
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 71
E
Economical Driving
......................................178
Emission Control System..........................126 Diesel Exhaust System: Oxidation Catalyst
And Diesel Particulate Filter System
........................................................................\
...... 128
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited Tampering Acts and Maintenance..........135
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).................... 127
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing.................................................... 127
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................... 135End User License Agreement..................382
VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................. 382
Engine Block Heater......................................112 Using the Engine Block Heater....................... 112
Engine Coolant Check
.................................214
Adding Engine Coolant..................................... 214
Checking the Engine Coolant......................... 214
Recycled Engine Coolant................................. 215
Severe Climates.................................................. 216
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling............................................................... 216
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System...................... 61
Engine Oil Check...........................................212 Adding Engine Oil................................................ 213
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel..............................................................212
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L...........................212
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L............................212
Engine Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel
...............................................275
Drivebelt Routing................................................ 275
Engine Specifications - 3.5L....................274 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 274
Engine Specifications - 3.7L.....................274 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 275
Environment......................................................14
Essential Towing Checks...........................169 Before Towing a Trailer...................................... 174
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Water Craft (PWC)........................................ 175
Safety Chains....................................................... 170
Tow Hitch............................................................... 170
Trailer Brakes........................................................ 170
Trailer Lamps........................................................ 174
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 169
When Towing a Trailer....................................... 174
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Extended Service Plan (ESP)..................361 SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)............362
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only).......................... 361
Exterior Mirrors
.................................................74
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................ 74
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 74
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