2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA HYBRID check engine

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................429
▫ Maintenance Plan ...................... .430
▫ Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle ............432
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — HYBRID ........433
▫ Checking Oil Level .....................434
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................434
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................435
 DEALER SERVICE ...................... .436
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .436
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .438
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................438
▫ Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ............439
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............440
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .441▫
Windshield Wiper Blades .................441
▫ Exhaust System ....................... .446
▫ Cooling System ....................... .447
▫ Brake System ........................ .453
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................454
 RAISING THE VEHICLE ..................455
 TIRES ............................... .455
▫ Tire Safety Information ..................455
▫ Tires — General Information ..............463
▫ Tire Types ........................... .469
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ................470
▫ Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..............472
▫ T

ire Chains (Traction Devices) .............474
▫ Tire Rotation Recommendations ............475
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that service
is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as
frequent short-trips, or extremely hot or cold ambient
temperatures will influence when the “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next
500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:Even though the vehicle may not have been driven,
both the fuel in the tank and oil in the engine will still
degrade over time. Additionally, there will be a notification
to the driver if the engine is being run to maintain the oil
and fuel systems.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than
your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to “Vehicle Info” in “Instrument Cluster Display”
in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel”.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
for fleet customers.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake
master cylinder, fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page
for the required maintenance intervals.
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Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be
maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut OFF.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain the
oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the
MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration, or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine
compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the
reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with wind-
shield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate
the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual
washer fluid.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some
washer fluid, apply it to a cloth or towel, and wipe clean
the wiper blades; this will help blade performance.
Windshield Washer Fluid Cap
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WARNING!(Continued)
•You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never open a cooling system pressure cap
when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
• Keep hands, tools, clothing, and jewelry away from
the radiator cooling fan when the hood is raised. The
fan may start without warning, whether the ignition
is on or off.
This vehicle is equipped with an electric cooling fan
mounted behind the radiator that starts automatically, and
may start at any time. Your vehicle may determine the fan
needs to start and to run if vehicle coolant is too hot, if the
ambient air temperature is too high, or if the vehicle is
charging and the hood is open. Even after the vehicle is
turned off, the fan may start without warning and run for
several minutes. Be aware of this if you are working in the
engine compartment. Always keep fingers and tools away
from the fan blades.
The radiator fan and surrounding components must be
serviced by your authorized dealer.
Engine Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where appli-
cable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the system
should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT
coolant (conforming to MS.90032) by an authorized dealer.
Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumula-
tion of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying
water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the
condenser.
Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at the
coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire
system for leaks. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT
PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to
severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is needed to
be added to the system please contact your local autho-
rized dealer.
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Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery tank.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
•Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is over-
heated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an
overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up
in the cooling system. To prevent scalding or injury,
do not remove the pressure cap while the system is
hot or under pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one speci-
fied for your vehicle. Personal injury or engine
damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based coolant (antifreeze) is a regu-
lated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your
local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your
community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children,
do not store ethylene glycol-based coolant in open contain-
ers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If
ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency assistance
immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant expansion bottle provides a quick visual
method for determining that the coolant level is adequate.
With the engine off and cold, the level of the coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines marked on the bottle.
As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory,
the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month.
When additional coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain
the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle.
Do not overfill.
See your authorized dealer for service
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Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is normally
a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity
accumulating on the radiator and being vaporized when
the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine coolant (anti-
freeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
• Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the
coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze)
needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion
bottle must also be protected against freezing.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
• Maintain coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a mini-
mum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) and
deionized, or distilled water. •
Use only high purity water such as deionized, or dis-
tilled water when mixing the water/engine coolant
(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water will
reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the cooling
system.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
• Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY
the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in
unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance,
poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
• The coolant freeze point in the battery and power
electronics loop should be checked by a dealer as a
special tool is required to remove the cap from those
expansion bottles.
• Electric/Battery coolant system must be serviced by
your authorized dealer. If the coolant level is below what
is specified on the reservoir, contact your authorized
dealer for service. These systems require the use of high
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . .299
Additives, Fuel........................... .486
Adjust Forward ................................81
Rearward ...............................81
AirBag ................................ .236
Air Bag Operation ....................... .238
Air Bag Warning Light .................235, 239
Driver Knee Air Bag ..................... .246
Enhanced Accident Response .............251, 426
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................426
FrontAirBag .......................... .239
If A Deployment Occurs ....................250
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .245
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............252
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............236
Side Air Bags .......................... .246
Transporting Pets ....................... .274
Air Bag Light ...................... .168, 235, 276
Air Bag Maintenance ....................... .252
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......438
Air Conditioning Filter .......................118
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...............118
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone ...................115
Air Conditioning System .....................111 Air Filter
............................... .438
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .464
Alarm Arm The System ..........................53
Disarm The System ........................54
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..................... .175
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................6
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................449, 489
Disposal .............................. .451
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................194
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................177
Ashtray ................................ .143
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .201
Audio Systems (Radio) ...................... .495
Automatic Dimming Mirror ....................
89
Automatic Headlights ........................94
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............111
Automatic Transaxle ....................... .289
Automatic Transmission ..................... .455
Adding Fluid ....................... .455, 492
Fluid Change .......................... .455
Fluid Level Check .....................454, 455
Fluid Type ............................ .492
Special Additives ........................ .454
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........138
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DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .382
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) .........523
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .........138
Electric Parking Brake ...................... .285
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................90
Electronic Brake Control System ................195
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................194
Traction Control System ....................195
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........297
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............198
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........172
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ...................386
Jacking ............................... .455
Jump Starting .......................... .417
Overheating ........................... .421
Towing ............................... .423
Engine Air Cleaner ............................ .438
Break-In Recommendations .................284
Checking Oil Level ...................... .434
Compartment .......................... .433Compartment Identification
.................433
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .490
Cooling .............................. .447
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................275, 488
Fuel Requirements ....................... .486
Oil ........................... .436, 489, 490
Oil Filter .............................. .438
Oil Selection ........................ .436, 489
Oil Synthetic ........................... .437
Overheating ........................... .421
Starting .............................. .282
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .437
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................437
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........251,
426
Ethanol ................................. .487
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................275, 488
Exhaust System ....................... .275, 446
Exterior Lighting .......................... .396
Exterior Lights ...................94, 278, 392, 396
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .438
Air Conditioning .........................118
Engine Oil ......................... .438, 490
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .438
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