2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA transmission service

MAINTAINING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULE SERVICING .................613
▫ Maintenance Plan .....................615
▫ Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle ...........617
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..........618
▫ Checking Oil Level ....................619
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................619
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............620
 DEALER SERVICE ..................... .621
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .622
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... .624▫
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................625
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............625
▫ Body Lubrication .....................627
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............627
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .628
▫ Cooling System ..................... .630
▫ Brake System ....................... .636
▫ Automatic Transmission ................637
 RAISING THE VEHICLE .................639
 TIRES .............................. .639
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WARNING!
•Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain
carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious
and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing
CO, refer to “Safety Tips” in “Safety” for further
information.
• A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park
over materials that can burn. Such materials might
be grass or leaves coming into contact with your
exhaust system. Do not park or operate your ve-
hicle in areas where your exhaust system can con-
tact anything that can burn.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage. NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
• Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
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fluid specifications. It is important to maintain the trans-
mission 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 And Lubricants” in “Tech-
nical Data” for fluid specifications.
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 supplemental addi-
tives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
transmission. 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
transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
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tools. If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunc-
tion, visit your authorized dealer immediately to have
the transmission fluid level checked. Operating the ve-
hicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe
transmission 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.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle.Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. How-
ever, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes
contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is
disassembled for any reason.
RAISING THE VEHICLE
In the case where it is necessary to raise the vehicle, go to
a your authorized dealer or service station.
TIRES
Tire Safety Information
Tire safety information will cover aspects of the following
information: Tire Markings, Tire Identification Numbers,
Tire Terminology and Definitions, Tire Pressures and Tire
Loading.8
MAINTAINING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE 639

Heated...............................94
Memory ..............................90
Power ............................ .84, 87
Reclining ..............................60
Seatback Release ..................... .59, 63
Stow \bN Go (Fold in Floor) .................69
Tilting ............................ .59, 63
Security Alarm .......................... .240
Arm The System ........................38
Disarm The System .......................39
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............687
Service Assistance ........................ .798
Service Contract ......................... .800
Service Manuals ......................... .803
Shifting Automatic Transmission ..................396
Shoulder Belts .......................... .306
Signals, Turn ...................113, 254, 377, 542
SmartBeams .............................115 Snow Chains (Tire Chains)
...................661
Snow Tires ............................. .658
Spare Tire .....................560, 659, 660, 661
Spark Plugs ............................ .687
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ .687
Oil................................. .687
Speed Control Accel/Decel .......................... .409
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ..................416
Cancel .............................. .409
Resume ............................. .409
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ............405, 409
Starting ............................. .33, 383
Cold Weather ......................... .384
Engine Fails To Start .....................385
Remote ...............................33
Starting And Operating .....................383
Starting Procedures ....................... .383
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Rotation............................. .663
Safety ........................... .639, 649
Snow Tires ........................... .658
Spare Tire ...................560, 659, 660, 661
Spinning ............................ .654
Trailer Towing ........................ .516
Tread Wear Indicators ....................654
Tire Safety Information .....................639
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................514
Towing ............................... .506
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .605
Guide ...............................511
Recreational .......................... .521
Weight ...............................511
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........521
Traction ............................... .523
Traction Control ......................... .268
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..................278
Trailer Towing .......................... .506Cooling System Tips
.....................520
Hitches ............................. .510
Minimum Requirements ..................515
Tips................................ .520
Trailer And Tongue Weight ................514
Wiring .............................. .518
Trailer Towing Guide .......................511
Trailer Weight ............................511
Transaxle .............................. .394
Automatic ........................... .394
Operation ............................ .394
Transmission ........................... .396
Automatic ........................ .396, 637
Maintenance .......................... .637
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .26
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .....175
Transporting Pets ........................ .373
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .654
822 INDEX