CAUTION!(Continued)
emergency, the cooling system will need to be
drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT cool-
ant (conforming to MS.90032), by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
•Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi-
tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they
(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
may not be compatible with the radiator engine
coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Manual Transmission – If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR C635 DDCT/MTX
Transmission Fluid.
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Use only MOPAR AW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid
or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect
the function or performance of your transmission.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3, SAE J1703
should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not
available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Convertible Top Rails – If Equipped We recommend you use Berulub FR 43.
322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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 condi-
tions 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 Con-
ditions 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).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indica-
tor 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 the steps described under “Instru-
ment Cluster Display” in “Understanding Your Instru-
ment 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 predominantly 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 the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage.
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake
master cylinder, and fill as needed.
Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
324 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By OilChange Indicator System:
Change oil and filter.
Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular
wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator sys- tem turns on.
Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
Inspect brake pads, rotors, and hoses.
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses. Check and adjust hand brake.Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off- road conditions.
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Maintenance Chart
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. XX X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod
ends and boot seals, and re-
place if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. Re-
place as necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect parking brake function.
Adjust as necessary. XXX X X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace cabin air filter. X X X XX XX
Clean and lube sun roof tracks. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
326 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).............297
Adding Fuel ............................. .242
Adding Washer Fluid ....................... .293
Additives, Fuel ........................... .241
AirBag ..................................32 Advance Front Air Bag .....................32
Air Bag Operation .........................33
Driver Knee Air Bag .......................34
Enhanced Accident Response ................276
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................276
FrontAirBag ............................32
If A Deployment Occurs ....................38
Knee Impact Bolsters .......................34
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ..............42
Transporting Pets .........................59
Air Bag Light .......................... .61, 118
Air Bag Maintenance .........................42
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......286
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................288
Air Conditioning Filter ...................178, 289
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...............177
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ..................288
Air Conditioning System ..................177, 288
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .220Alarm
Disarm The System ........................12
Vehicle Security Alarm .....................12
Alarm (Security Alarm) .......................12
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................6
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................296, 320
Capacities ............................. .320
Disposal .............................. .298
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................203
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................133
Appearance Care .......................... .304
Audio Systems (Radio) ...................... .150
Automatic Dimming Mirror ....................71
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ................324
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...........177
Automatic Transaxle ..........................9
Automatic Transmission ...............189, 302, 303
Adding
Fluid .......................... .303
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................303
Fluid Change .......................... .303
Fluid Level Check ....................... .303
Fluid Type ............................ .322
Gear Ranges ........................... .192
Special Additives ........................ .303
336 INDEX
Autostick............................... .196
Battery .............................. .121, 287
Charging System Light ....................121
Jump Starting .......................... .268
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................15
Belts, Seat .................................61
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................291
B-Pillar Location .......................... .215
Brake Assist System ........................ .204
Brake Fluid .......................... .321, 322
Brake, Parking ............................ .200
Brakes ................................. .300
Brake System ......................... .203, 300
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .203
Master Cylinder ........................ .300
Parking .............................. .200
Warning Light ...........................119
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................190
Bulb Replacement ...................... .316, 317
Bulbs, Light ........................... .63, 316
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........320
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .320Caps, Filler
Fuel ................................. .242
Oil (Engine) ........................ .285, 324
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................60, 242
Cargo Area Features ....................... .104
Car Washes .............................. .304
Cellular Phone ........................... .167
Chains, Tire ............................. .229
Change Oil Indicator ....................... .324
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .258
Chart, Tire Sizing ...........................211
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .281
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ................60
Checks, Safety .............................60
Child Restraint .............................43
Child Restraints Booster
Seats............................47
Child Restraints ..........................43
Child Seat Installation ......................56
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .........54
Infants And Child Restraints .................46
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ........50
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........46
Seating Positions ..........................49
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .23910
INDEX 337
Electronic Brake Control System................203
Brake Assist System ...................... .204
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..........90
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............206
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........122
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ...................247
Jacking ............................... .258
Jump Starting .......................... .268
Towing ............................... .274
Emission Control System Maintenance ............281
Engine Air Cleaner ............................ .286
Break-In Recommendations ..................59
Checking Oil Level ...................... .283
Compartment .......................... .279
Cooling .............................. .295
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................60, 242
Fails To Start ........................... .186
Flooded, Starting ........................ .186
Fuel Requirements ....................239, 321
Oil .............................. .283, 320
Oil Filler Cap .......................... .285
Oil Filter .............................. .286
Oil Selection ........................ .284, 321Oil Synthetic
........................... .285
Overheating ........................... .247
Starting .............................. .184
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............276
Ethanol ................................. .239
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................60, 242
Exhaust System ........................ .60, 293
Exterior Lights ......................... .63, 316
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .286
Air Conditioning .....................178, 289
Engine Fuel ........................... .321
Engine
Oil ............................ .286
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .286
Flashers Turn Signal ......................... .63, 135
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .186
Fluid, Brake ............................. .322
Fluid Capacities ........................... .320
Fluid Leaks ...............................63
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ....................303
Fluids .................................. .321
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ............321
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Instrument Panel Cover..................... .308
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................308
Interior Appearance Care .....................306
Interior Lighting ............................85
Introduction ................................4
Jacking Instructions ........................ .261
Jack Location ............................ .258
Jack Operation ........................ .258, 261
Jump Starting ............................ .268
Key Fob Disarm The Alarm ........................12
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....15
Key-In Reminder ............................10
Key, Replacement ...........................11
Keys .....................................9
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................11
Lane Change Assist ..........................84
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..........................24
Latches ..................................63
Hood ..................................81
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .239
Leaks, Fluid ...............................63 Life Of Tires
............................. .227
Liftgate (Sedan) .............................20
Light Bulbs ........................... .63, 316
Lights ............................. .63, 82, 83
AirBag ............................ .61, 118
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .209
Brake Warning ..........................119
Bulb Replacement ....................... .317
Cruise ............................ .136, 137
Engine Temperature Warning ................123
Exterior ................................63
Fog ................................. .131
High Beam ..............................83
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........130
Park .............................. .83, 136
Passing ................................83
Seat Belt Reminder .......................118
Service ............................... .317
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .............126
Traction Control ........................ .209
T
urn Signal ....................... .63, 84, 135
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .123, 135
Loading Vehicle Tires................................. .215
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