fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear.
However, low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a
checkup may be needed.
Use only brake fluid that has been recommended by the
manufacturer, and has been kept in a tightly closed container
to avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifica-
tions” for further information.
WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical
Specifications” for further information. Using the
wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your
brake system and/or impair its performance. The
proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also
identified on the original factory installed hydraulic
master cylinder reservoir.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or mois-
ture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylin-
der reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in
a open container absorbs moisture from the air
resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it
to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged brak-
ing, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could
result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the
brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage
painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to
avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
394 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit an authorized
dealer immediately. Severe transmission damage may
occur. An authorized dealer has the proper tools to
adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes — Eight-Speed Transmission
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 case
fluid 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 “Scheduled Servicing” in “Servicing And Mainte-
nance” for the proper maintenance intervals.
Rear Axle
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons the
exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be inspected.
If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the fluid level. Refer
to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”
for further information.
396 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
U.S.Metric
Engine Oil With Filter
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts5.6 Liters
5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts6.6 Liters
6.4L Engine (SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified) 7 Quarts6.6 Liters
Cooling System*
3.6L Engine (Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
(240,000 km) Formula or equivalent) 10 Quarts
9.5 Liters
5.7L Engine – without Severe Duty II Cooling System (Mopar
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km)
Formula or equivalent) 14.5 Quarts
13.9 Liters
5.7L Engine – with Severe Duty II Cooling System (Mopar Antifreeze/
Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula or equiva-
lent)15 Quarts14.3 Liters
6.4L Engine (Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant (OAT coolant con-
forming to MS.90032) 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula or
equivalent) 15.2 Quarts
14.4 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 437
Bulb Replacement......................... .312
Bulbs, Light .......................... .223, 312
Camera, Rear ............................ .285
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .436
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ........................ .370, 378
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................391
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................219, 433
Cargo Vehicle Loading ......................... .291
Cargo Area Cover ......................... .104
Cargo Compartment ....................... .104
Car Washes .............................. .421
Cellular Phone ............................511
Certification Label ......................... .291
Chains, Tire ............................. .417
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .397
Charging Wireless ...............................118
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .398
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .148
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............219
Checks, Safety ............................ .219
Child Restraint ........................... .202Child Restraints
Booster Seats ........................... .206
Child Seat Installation .....................215
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........212
Infant And Child Restraints .................204
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......208
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........205
Seating Positions ........................ .207
Child Safety Locks ..........................42
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .431
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .416
Climate Control ............................78
Automatic ..............................85
Manual ................................79
Coin Holder ..............................112
Cold
Weather Operation ..................... .232
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .414
Console Floor .................................112
Contract, Service .......................... .536
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............391
Cooling System ........................... .389
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................390
Coolant Level ....................... .389, 392
542 INDEX
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control).........251
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............155
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........138
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................355
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................307
Jacking ........................... .325, 397
Jump Starting ....................... .349, 351
Towing ............................... .356
Emission Control System Maintenance ............148
Engine .......................... .370, 371, 372
Air Cleaner ............................ .379
Block Heater ........................... .233
Break-In Recommendations .................233
Checking Oil Level ...................... .373
Compartment ....................370, 371, 372
Compartment Identification .................370
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...................389, 438
Cooling .............................. .389
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................219, 433
Fails To Start ........................... .232
Flooded, Starting ........................ .232
Fuel Requirements ....................429, 436
Jump Starting ....................... .349, 351
Oil ........................... .376, 436, 438Oil Filler Cap
....................... .370, 378
Oil Filter .............................. .379
Oil Selection ........................ .377, 436
Oil Synthetic ........................... .378
Overheating ........................... .352
Starting ........................... .228, 229
Engine Oil Viscosity .....................377, 378
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................377
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........200, 358
Ethanol ............................. .431, 434
Exhaust
Gas Cautions ....................219, 433
Exhaust System ....................... .219, 387
Exterior Lighting ............................66
Exterior Lights ......................... .66, 223
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .379
Air Conditioning ..................... .93, 381
Engine Oil ......................... .379, 438
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .379
Flashers ................................ .307
Hazard Warning ........................ .307
Turn Signals ..................... .71, 146, 223
Flash-To-Pass ..............................68
544 INDEX
Flexible Fuel VehiclesCruising Range ......................... .435
Engine Oil ............................ .435
Fuel Requirements ....................... .434
Maintenance ........................... .436
Replacement Parts ....................... .436
Starting .............................. .435
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .232
Floor Console .............................112
Fluid, Brake .......................... .438, 440
Fluid Capacities ........................... .436
Fluid Leaks .............................. .223
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................ .393
Cooling System ......................... .389
Engine Oil ............................ .373
Transfer Case .......................... .396
Fluids And Lubricants ...................... .438
Fog Lights ................................70
Fold-Flat Seats .............................43
Folding Rear Seats ..........................46
Forward Collision Warning ....................168
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................307
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .355Fuel
................................... .429
Additives ............................. .431
Clean Air ............................. .431
Ethanol ........................... .431, 434
Flexible .............................. .434
Gasoline .............................. .429
Materials Added ........................ .431
Methanol ............................. .431
Octane Rating ....................429, 430, 438
Requirements ....................... .429, 436
Specifications .......................... .438
Tank Capacity .......................... .436
Fuses .................................. .315
Garage
Door Opener (HomeLink) ...............105
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .431
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .431
Gear Ranges ............................. .242
Glass Cleaning ........................... .424
Gross Axle Weight Rating .................291, 293
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...............291, 292
GVWR ................................. .291
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