
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 3.6L
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, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold
ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence
when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message
is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions 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).
The message “Oil Change Required” will be displayed in
the instrument cluster and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a sched-
uled oil change is performed by someone other than your
authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the
steps described under “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 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.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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 your next scheduled service.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
494 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 5.7L
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, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold
ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence
when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message
is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions 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).
The message “Oil Change Required” will be displayed in
the instrument cluster and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.
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 byreferring to the steps described under “Instrument Cluster
Display” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
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.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off-road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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 your next scheduled service.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 495

•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master
cylinder, and power steering (6.2L Only), and add as needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter. •
Inspect the brake hoses and lines.CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Maintenance Chart
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. X X XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before scheduled
maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following:
dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine
air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. X X X X X X X X X X X X
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 X
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped
with four wheel disc brakes. XXXXX
500 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Appearance Care.......................... .466
Arming System (Security Alarm) ................16
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .355
Auto Down Power Windows ...................33
Automatic Door Locks ........................26
Automatic Headlights .......................119
Automatic High Beams ..................... .120
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...........309
Automatic Transmission ..................336, 465
Adding Fluid .....................465, 487, 490
Autostick ............................. .343
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................465
Fluid Change .......................... .465
Fluid Level Check .....................464, 465
Fluid Type ......................... .487, 490
Special Additives ........................ .464
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ........342
Autostick ............................... .343
Operation ............................. .343
Auto Unlock, Doors .........................26
Auto Up Power Windows .....................34
AW D Towing ............................... .437
Axle Fluid ........................... .487, 490Axle Lubrication
....................... .487, 490
Battery .............................. .204, 451
Charging System Light ....................204
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................20
Location .............................. .451
Belts, Seat .................................78
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................455
B-Pillar Location .......................... .367
Brake Assist System ........................ .354
Brake Control System, Electronic ................352
Brake Fluid .......................... .487, 490
Brake, Parking ............................ .350
Brakes ................................. .351
Brake System ......................... .351,
462
Fluid Check ..................... .463, 487, 490
Master Cylinder ........................ .463
Parking .............................. .350
Warning Light ...................... .202, 351
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................336
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..........75
Brightness, Interior Lights ....................126
Bulb Replacement ...................... .482, 483
Bulbs, Light ........................... .81, 482
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INDEX 511

Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze)............459, 485, 486, 487, 488, 489
Corrosion Protection ....................... .466
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .................136
Cruise Light .......................... .217, 220
Cupholders .......................... .188, 471
Customer Assistance ....................... .504
Customer Programmable Features ...........233, 234
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ..............127
Daytime Running Lights .....................121
Dealer Service ............................ .446
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ...................36
Deck Lid, Power Release ......................35
Defroster, Rear Window ..................... .192
Defroster, Windshield ........................79
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ...................127
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................444
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ....................123
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................... .447
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................436
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................461
Door Ajar ............................... .207Door Ajar Light
........................... .207
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .......27
Door Locks .......................... .19, 25
KeyFob................................25
Remote ................................25
Remote Keyless Entry ......................25
Door Locks, Automatic .......................26
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .347
E-85 Fuel ............................... .394
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .184
Electric Rear Window Defrost ..................192
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................95
Electronic Brake Control System ................352
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................352
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...................361
T
raction Control System ....................357
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .......472
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......133, 136
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............357
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........205
Emergency Deck Lid Release ...................36
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INDEX 513

Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck .................432
Jacking ............................... .414
Jump Starting ....................... .429, 431
Overheating ........................... .412
Towing ............................... .436
Emergency Trunk Release .....................36
Emission Control System Maintenance ............445
Engine .............................. .442, 443
Air Cleaner ............................ .451
Block Heater ........................... .334
Break-In Recommendations ..................75
Checking Oil Level ...................... .447
Compartment ....................441, 442, 443
Compartment Identification .................441
Coolant (Antifreeze) .............458, 487, 488, 489
Cooling .............................. .458
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................78, 394
Fails To Start ........................... .333
Flooded, Starting ........................ .333
Fuel Requirements ....................... .390
Jump Starting ....................... .429, 431
Oil ..................447, 485, 486, 487, 488, 489
Oil Change Interval ...................... .448
Oil Filler Cap ....................... .449, 450Oil Filter
.............................. .450
Oil Selection .....................448, 485, 486
Oil Synthetic ........................... .450
Overheating ........................... .412
Starting .............................. .331
Engine Oil Viscosity .....................449, 450
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................449
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ..........58, 438
Entry System, Illuminated .....................17
Ethanol ............................. .391, 394
Exhaust Gas Caution .................... .78, 394
Exhaust
System ........................ .78, 456
Exterior Folding Mirrors ......................94
Exterior Lighting ...........................118
Exterior Lights .............................81
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .451
Air Conditioning ......................311,453
Engine Oil ...................450, 487, 488, 489
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .450
Flashers ................................ .412
Hazard Warning ........................ .412
Turn Signal ...................... .81, 122, 217
Flash-To-Pass ............................ .123
514 INDEX

Flexible Fuel VehiclesCruising Range ......................... .396
Engine Oil ............................ .395
Fuel Requirements ....................394, 395
Maintenance ........................... .396
Replacement Parts ....................... .396
Starting .............................. .396
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .333
Floor Console ............................ .190
Fluid, Brake .......................... .487, 490
Fluid Capacities ....................... .485, 486
Fluid Leaks ...............................81
Fluid Level Checks ........................ .466
Automatic Transmission ....................465
Brake ................................ .463
Cooling System ......................... .458
Engine Oil ............................ .447
Transfer Case .......................... .465
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ............487
Fog Lights .............................. .121
Folding Rear Seat ..........................112
Forward Collision Warning ....................156
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .432
Fuel ................................... .390
Additives ............................. .393Clean Air
............................. .391
Ethanol ........................... .391, 394
Gasoline .............................. .390
Light ................................ .213
Materials Added ........................ .393
Methanol ............................. .391
Octane Rating .................390, 487, 488, 489
Requirements .......................... .390
Specifications .....................487, 488, 489
Tank Capacity ...................... .485, 486
Fuel, Flexible ............................. .394
Fuses .................................. .472
Garage
Door Opener (HomeLink) ............174, 179
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .391
Gasoline (Fuel) ........................... .390
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .391
Gear Ranges ............................. .338
Glass Cleaning ........................... .471
Gross Axle Weight Rating .................400, 402
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...............400, 401
GVWR ................................. .400
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INDEX 515

HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ......................... .347
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................... .412
Headlights .............................. .484
Automatic ..............................119
Cleaning .............................. .470
Delay ................................ .120
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...........123
Lights On Reminder ..................... .121
On With Wipers ......................119,129
Passing ............................... .123
Switch ................................118
Time Delay ............................ .120
Washers .............................. .456
Headlight Washers ......................... .456
Head Restraints .....................110,111,112
Head Rests .........................110,111,112
Heated Mirrors .............................96
Heated Seats ............................. .106
Heater .............................. .295, 302
Heater, Engine Block ....................... .334
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .....123
Hill Start Assist ........................... .355Hitches
Trailer Towing .......................... .403
Holder, Coin ............................. .190
Hood Release .............................117
Ignition Key ...................................11
Illuminated Entry ...........................17
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ......................14
Information Center, Vehicle ...................221
Inside Rearview Mirror .......................88
Instrument Cluster ............198, 204, 207, 215, 217
Instrument Cluster Display Instrument Cluster Display ..................225
Instrument Panel And Controls .................197
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................471
Interior Appearance Care .....................470
Interior Lights ............................ .125
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ..............127
Intr
oduction ................................4
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ..................... .291
Jack Location ............................ .414
Jack Operation ........................... .414
516 INDEX