engine coolant CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2005 1.G User Guide

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (approximate) 89
Octane23 gallons 87 liters
Engine Oil-With Filter
3.5 Liter Engines (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 5.5 qts 5.2 liters
Cooling System *
3.5 Liter Engines (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000
Mile Formula)10.5 qts 9.9 liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology)
Engine Oil Use API Certified. SAE 10W-30 is preferred, refer to oil viscosity chart for
correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine
compartment.
Oil Filter Mopar5281090 or equiv.
Fuel Selection 89 Octane
326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle, brake master
cylinder and transmission, add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
•Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
332 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Miles 93, 000 96, 000 99, 000 100, 000 102, 000 105, 000
(Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000) (168 000)
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60
months or 100,000 miles.X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X
Miles 108, 000 111, 000 114, 000 117, 000 120, 000
(Kilometers) (173 000) (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXX X
Rotate Tires X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces-
sary. *XXXX
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front &
Rear)X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace as necessary.* X
342 SCHEDULE “B”
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Miles 42, 000 48, 000 54, 000 60, 000 66, 000 72, 000
(Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000) (115 000)
[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X XXXXX
Rotate Tires X XXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary. *XXX XX
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front
& Rear)X
Check thePCV valve
and replace, if
necessary.*X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if
necessary. ‡XX
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60
months, regardless of mileage.X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X
SCHEDULE “A” 345
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Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 100, 000
(Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000)
[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Rotate Tires X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary. *XX XX
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front &
Rear)X
Check and replace thePCV valve
, if necessary.*X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if
necessary. ‡X
Replace thespark plugs
3.5 liter engines.X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 100,000
miles, if not done at 60 months.X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
346 SCHEDULE “A”
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Miles 102, 000 108, 000 114, 000 120, 000
(Kilometers) (163 000) (173 000) (182 000) (192 000)
[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Rotate Tires X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * X X X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace engine timing belt. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) X
Check thePCV valve
and replace, if necessary.*X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if necessary. ‡ X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months, if not
done at 100,000 miles (160 000 km).X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
SCHEDULE “A” 347
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Adding Fuel........................... 252
Adding Washer Fluid.................. 115,297
Additives, Fuel......................... 250
Adjustable Pedals........................ 118
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 293
Air Conditioning Filter.................204,294
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 293
Air Conditioning System................195,293
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 234
Airbag................................ 42
Airbag Deployment....................... 49
Airbag Light.....................46,51,61,151
Airbag Maintenance....................... 50
Airbag, Side............................ 48
Alarm System........................... 24
Alignment and Balance................... 241
All Wheel Drive...................217,242,310
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 189Antifreeze Disposal...................... 301
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........299,300,325
Anti-Lock Brake System................... 220
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 145
Anti-Theft Security Alarm.................. 24
Appearance Care........................ 311
Arming Theft System...................... 24
Auto Down Power Windows................ 30
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 67
Automatic Door Locks...................17,18
Automatic Headlights..................... 111
Automatic Temperature Control............. 195
Automatic Transaxle...................213,307
Adding Fluid......................... 327
Filter............................... 309
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 309
Fluid Level Check...................... 308
Interlock System....................... 214
Reset Mode.......................... 214
360 INDEX

Block Heater......................... 212
Break-In Recommendations................ 59
Checking Oil Level..................... 284
Compartment......................... 280
Coolant............................. 326
Cooling............................. 298
Exhaust Gas Caution..................29,251
Fails to Start.......................... 211
Fuel Requirements..................248,325
Oil ...........................284,325,326
Oil Change Interval.................... 286
Oil Selection.......................286,325
Oil Synthetic......................... 288
Overheating.......................... 263
Temperature Gauge..................... 144
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 287
Exhaust Gas Caution..............29,60,251,298
Exhaust System......................... 297
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 41Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 68
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 289
Air Conditioning....................204,294
Automatic Transaxle.................... 309
Engine Fuel.......................... 289
Engine Oil........................288,326
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 288
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 262
Turn Signal.....................145,322,324
Floor Console.......................... 133
Fluid Capacities......................... 325
Fluid Leaks............................. 62
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 308
Brake............................... 327
Power Steering.....................294,327
364 INDEX

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 36
And Pregnant Women................... 41
Child Restraint......................... 51
Extender............................. 41
Front Seat............................ 31
Pretensioners.......................... 39
Rear Seat............................. 31
Reminder............................ 150
Untwisting Procedure.................... 37
Seats................................. 93
Adjustment........................... 97
Easy Entry............................ 98
Heated.............................. 94
Memory............................. 104
Power............................... 93
Reclining............................. 96
Tilting............................... 98
Security Alarm.......................... 24
Selection of Coolant...................... 326Sentry Key............................. 12
Sentry Key Programming................... 14
Service Assistance....................... 350
Service Contract......................... 352
Service Engine Soon Light................. 149
Service Manuals........................ 356
Setting the Clock........................ 160
Shoulder Belts........................... 31
Side Airbag............................. 48
Signals, Turn.....................145,322,324
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 272
Snow Chains........................... 245
Snow Tires............................ 246
Spare Tire.......................237,238,265
Spark Plugs............................ 289
Speed Control.......................... 119
Speedometer........................... 145
Starting............................... 210
Engine Fails to Start.................... 211
372 INDEX