CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission damage
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. However,
change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes contami-
nated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is disas-
sembled for any reason.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped
The all wheel drive system consists of a transfer case and
front differential. The exterior surface of these components
should be inspected for evidence of fluid leaks. Confirmed
leaks should be repaired as soon as possible.
The transfer case fluid fill/inspection plug is located in the
middle of the rear housing. To inspect the transfer casefluid level, remove the fill/inspection plug. The fluid level
should be even with the bottom of the hole. Use this plug
to add fluid as required.
The front differential fill plug is located on the outer cover
near the halfshaft attachment. To inspect the differential
fluid level, remove the fill plug. The fluid level should be
even with or slightly below the bottom of the hole.
Fluid Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper main-
tenance intervals.
Rear Axle
Fluid Level Check
Checking the fluid level while the vehicle is on level
ground and has been stationary for 15 minutes will im-
prove the accuracy of the fluid level reading.
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the axle.
The fluid level should be 1-2.5 mm below the fill plug. Add
fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining
Your Vehicle” for further information.
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your
vehicle for any of the following: Most of your driving is at sus-
tained speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C), driving in
dusty conditions, or stop and go driving. XX X
Inspect the transfer case fluid. Change the transfer case fluid; if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-
road, or frequent trailer towing. (All Wheel Drive Only). XX
Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All
Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your ve-
hicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or fre-
quent trailer towing. XX X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X
* The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
472 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
Maintenance Chart — 6.4L
Miles:6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000 114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months:6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends,
and boot seals, for cracks or leaks and
all parts for damage, wear, improper
looseness or end play; replace if neces-
sary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the follow-
ing: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect
the engine air cleaner filter; replace if
necessary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if nec-
essary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect the exhaust system. X X X X X X X X X X X
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles
equipped with four wheel disc brakes. XXXXX
Inspect the manual transmission fluid (If
Equipped). XXXXXXX X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. X X X X X X X X
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 475
