air filter DODGE DART 2015 PF / 1.G User Guide

2. Disengage the retaining tab that secures the filter
cover to the HVAC housing, and remove the cover.
3. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of
the housing. Take note of the air filter position indica-
tors.
Passenger Side Console CloseoutFilter Cover Retaining Tab
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4. Install the A/C air filter with the air filter position
indicators pointing in the same direction as removal.
When installing the filter cover, make sure the retain-
ing tab fully engages the cover.
CAUTION!
The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to
indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure
to properly install the filter will result in the need to
replace it more often.
5. Install the passenger side console closeout.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
sealers, stop leak products, seal conditioners, compressor
oil, or refrigerants.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should
be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease,
such as MOPAR® Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
Air Conditioning Filter Removal
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Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage.
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, and brake
master cylinder as needed.
Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Change engine oil and filter.
•Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
•Inspect exhaust system.
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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SCHEDULES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 623

Maintenance Chart
Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes
First)20,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,000110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,00048,00064,00080,00096,000112,000128,000144,000160,000176,000192,000208,000224,000240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect CV joint boots.XXXXX
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and replaceas necessary.XXX X X X X
Inspect brake linings, parking brake function. X X X X X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace the cabin/air conditioning filter.XXX X X X X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter.XXXXX
Replace the spark plugs (1.4L Turbo Engine).**XXXXX
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SCHEDULES
624 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

About Your Brakes........................450
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................453
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............587
Adding Fuel.............................505
Adding Washer Fluid......................581
Additives, Fuel...........................503
Air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Air Bag
Advance Front Air Bag....................63
Air Bag Components.....................62
Air bag Operation.......................67
Air Bag Warning Light....................68
Driver Knee Air Bag......................77
Enhanced Accident Response................83
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................87
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Front Passenger Knee Air bag...............77
If A Deployment Occurs...................82
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................77
Lighter Weight Passengers..................71
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............86
Occupant Classification Module (OCM)........68
Transporting Pets.......................109
Air bag Deployment........................62
Air bag Light.............................84
Air bag Maintenance........................86
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .575
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................577
Air Conditioning..........................390
Air Conditioning Controls...................390
Air Conditioning Filter.....................405
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips..............404
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................577
Air Conditioning System....................390
Air Pressure, Tires.........................478
Alarm
Arm The System........................20
Rearming The System.....................20
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Tamper Alert...........................22
Vehicle Security Alarm....................20
Alarm Light.............................315
Alarm, Panic.............................22
Alarm (Security Alarm)......................20
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................20
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................586
Capacities............................615
Disposal..............................589
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................453
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................318
Appearance Care.........................595
Assistance Towing.........................150
Assist, Hill Start..........................458
Auto Down Power Windows..................44
Automatic Dimming Mirror..................122
Automatic Door Locks......................36
Automatic Headlights......................237
Automatic High Beams.....................239
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........402
Automatic Transmission....................421
Adding Fluid..........................594
Fluid and Filter Changes..................595
Fluid Level Check.......................594
Fluid Type............................593
Gear Ranges...........................426
Special Additives.......................594
Autostick...............................443
Auto Unlock, Doors........................36
Auto Up Power Windows....................44
Battery.................................576
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........27
Belts, Seat...............................112
Bluetooth®
Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or
Audio Device After Pairing................17610
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Entry System, Illuminated....................23
Ethanol................................501
Event Data Recorder........................87
Exhaust Gas Caution.......................111
Exhaust System...........................111
Exterior Folding Mirrors....................123
Exterior Lighting..........................236
Exterior Lights...........................114
Filler Location Fuel........................315
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................575
Air Conditioning.......................405
Automatic Transmission..................595
Engine Oil............................575
Engine Oil Disposal.....................574
Flashers
Hazard Warning........................527
Turn Signal............................114
Flash-To-Pass............................243
Flooded Engine Starting....................415
Floor Console............................293
Fluid, Brake.............................619
Fluid Capacities..........................615
Fluid Leaks.............................114
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..................594
Fluids.................................616
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........616
Fog Lights..............................241
Folding Rear Seat.........................232
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................555
Fuel...................................500
Adding..............................505
Additives.............................503
Capacity.............................615
Clean Air.............................501
Ethanol..............................501
646 INDEX