oil level CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2019 Owners Manual

3. Speedometer•Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Fuel Gauge •The gauge shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
•
The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the
vehicle where the fuel door is located.
5. Temperature Gauge
•The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem-
perature. Any reading within the normal range indi-
cates that the engine cooling system is operating
satisfactorily.
• The gauge can indicate a higher temperature when
driving in hot weather or up mountain grades. It
should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the
normal operating range.
WARNING!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam-
age your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reaches “H”
pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the
air conditioner turned off until the gauge drops back
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WARNING! (Continued)
into the normal range and is no longer red. If the gauge
remains on the “H”, turn the engine off immediately
and call an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer for
service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look
under the hood yourself, see “Servicing And Mainte-
nance”.
NOTE: The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check
when the ignition is first cycled.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle is equipped with an instrument cluster dis-
play, which offers useful information to the driver. With the
ignition in the STOP/OFF position (and the key removed,
for vehicles with mechanical key), opening/closing of a
door will activate the display for viewing, and display the
total miles or kilometers in the odometer. Your instrument
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— Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will flash at a fast rate for approxi-
mately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is
arming, and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is
disarmed.
— Oil Temperature Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate the engine oil
temperature is high. If the light turns on while driving,
stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible.
Wait for oil temperature to return to normal levels.
— Oil Pressure Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate low engine
oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle, shut off the engine as soon as possible, and contact
an authorized dealer. A chime will sound when this light
turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This
light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine. The
engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
Yellow Warning Lights
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning
Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to indicate a fault in the
ACC system. Contact a local authorized dealer for service.
For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)” in “Starting And Operating.”
— Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Warning Light
This warning light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition is placed in
the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position and may stay on
for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then
the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not function-
ing and service is required as soon as possible. However,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally, assuming the Brake Warning Light is not also on.
If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition is
placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position, have
the brake system inspected by an authorized dealer.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................509
▫ Maintenance Plan ..................... .510
▫ Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle ............512
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................513
▫ 3.6L Engine ......................... .513
▫ Checking Oil Level .....................514
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................514
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................515
 DEALER SERVICE ...................... .516
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .516
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .518
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................518
▫ Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ............519
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............520▫
Body Lubrication ..................... .523
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades .................524
▫ Exhaust System ....................... .529
▫ Cooling System ....................... .530
▫ Brake System ........................ .535
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................536
 RAISING THE VEHICLE ..................538
 TIRES ............................... .538
▫ Tire Safety Information ..................538
▫ Tires — General Information ..............548
▫ Tire Types ........................... .554
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ................555
▫ Wheel

And Wheel Trim Care ..............558
▫ Tire Chains (Traction Devices) .............559
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
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 will influence when the “Oil Change
Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions 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 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 by
referring to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel”.NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), 12 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) or 350 hours of
engine run time 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 the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake
master cylinder, fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
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Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be
maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut OFF.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain the
oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding one quart or one liter of oil when the
reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on
these engines.
CAUTION!
•Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration, or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
• Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil
in the engine or damage may result.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine
compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the
reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with wind-
shield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate
the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual
washer fluid.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some
washer fluid, apply it to a cloth or towel, and wipe clean
the wiper blades; this will help blade performance.
Windshield Washer Fluid Cap
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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.
• 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.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•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.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid. Refer
to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”
for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain the
transmission fluid at the correct level using the recom-
mended fluid.
NOTE: No chemical flushes should be used in any trans-
mission; only the approved lubricant should be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur-
er ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in
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U.S.Metric
Cooling System*
3.6 Liter Engine (Mopar Antifreeze/
Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
(240,000 km) Formula)
13.1 Quarts — Standard Duty Cooling
13.4 Quarts — Heavy Duty Cooling 12.4 Liters — Standard Duty Cooling
12.7 Liters — Heavy Duty Cooling
* Includes heater and coolant reservoir filled to MAX level.
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10
Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula OAT (Organic
Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the require-
ments of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.
Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 0W-20 Engine
Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard
MS-6395 such as Mopar, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. Refer to
your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use a Mopar Engine Oil Filter.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 577

Automatic Headlights........................99
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...........135
Automatic Transaxle ....................... .333
Automatic Transmission ..................... .335
Adding Fluid ....................... .537, 579
Fluid And Filter Change ...................537
Fluid Change .......................... .537
Fluid Level Check .....................536, 537
Fluid Type ......................... .536, 579
Special Additives ........................ .537
AUXCord .............................. .640
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........174
Axle Lubrication .......................... .579
Back-Up Camera .......................... .416
Battery .............................. .207, 515
Charging System Light ....................207
Jump Starting .......................... .495
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................24
Battery Saver Feature ....................... .101
Belts, Seat ............................... .312
Blind Spot Monitoring ...................... .229
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................523
B-Pillar Location .......................... .544
Brake Assist System ........................ .222Brake Control System, Electronic
................221
Brake Fluid .............................. .579
Brake System ......................... .535, 570
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .570
Fluid Check ........................ .535, 579
Master Cylinder ........................ .535
Parking .............................. .328
Warning Light .......................... .205
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................334
Brightness, Interior Lights ....................103
Bulb Replacement ...................... .449, 453
Bulbs,

Light ....................... .315, 449, 453
Camera ................................ .416
Camera, Rear ......................... .416, 419
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .576
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. .422, 499
Oil (Engine) ........................... .513
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................533
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................312, 576
Cargo Vehicle Loading ......................... .152
Cargo Area Cover ......................... .152
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INDEX 701

Cargo CompartmentLuggage Carrier ........................ .180
Cargo Load Floor ......................... .152
Cargo Tie-Downs .......................... .152
Car Washes .............................. .564
Cellular Phone ........................... .673
Center High Mounted Stop Light ...............455
Certification Label ......................... .424
Chains, Tire ............................. .559
Change Oil Indicator ....................... .194
Changing A Flat Tire .....................466, 538
Charging Wireless .............................. .177
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .540
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .217
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............311
Checks, Safety .............................311
Child Restraint ........................... .283
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .287
Center Seat LATCH ...................... .298
Child Seat Installation ..................301, 305
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........300
Infant And Child Restraints .................285
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......289Older Children And Child Restraints
...........286
Seating Positions ........................ .288
Using The Top Tether Anchorage .............307
Cigar Lighter ............................ .179
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .573
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .558
Climate Control ........................... .108
Automatic ......................... .121, 122
Manual ............................... .108
Rear ..............................118,131
Coat Hook .............................. .173
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .326
Compact

Disc (CD) Maintenance ................692
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .556
Computer, Trip/Travel ...................... .204
Contract, Service .......................... .696
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............533
Cooling System ........................... .530
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................532
Coolant Level .......................... .534
Cooling Capacity ........................ .576
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................534
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................531
Inspection ......................... .531, 534
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Break-In Recommendations.................328
Checking Oil Level ...................... .514
Compartment .......................... .513
Compartment Identification .................513
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .577
Cooling .............................. .530
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................312, 576
Fails To Start ........................... .326
Flooded, Starting ........................ .326
Fuel Requirements ....................... .572
Oil ........................... .516, 576, 577
Oil Filler Cap .......................... .513
Oil Filter .............................. .518
Oil Selection ........................ .516, 576
Oil Synthetic ........................... .517
Overheating ........................... .499
Starting .............................. .321
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .517
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................517
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........280, 505
Ethanol ................................. .574
Exhaust Gas Cautions ....................312, 576
Exhaust System ....................... .312, 529
Exterior Lighting ....................... .97, 453Exterior Lights
...................97, 315, 449, 453
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .518
Air Conditioning .....................137, 521
Engine Oil ......................... .518, 577
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .518
Flashers Hazard Warning ........................ .443
Turn Signals ...................97, 215, 315, 453
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .97, 99
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .326
Fluid, Brake ............................. .579
Fluid

Capacities ........................... .576
Fluid Leaks .............................. .315
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................ .535
Fluids And Lubricants ...................... .577
Fog Lights ......................... .97, 100, 454
Fog Lights, Service ........................ .454
Fold-Flat Seats .............................50
Fold In Floor (Stow ‘n Go) Seating ...............63
Forward Collision Warning ....................237
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .501
Front Position Light ........................ .453
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