maintenance CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2004 1.G Owner's Guide

²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).L
²Off-road or desert operation.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule ªBº of the
9Maintenance Schedules9section of this manual.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule9B9.
Second is ScheduleªAº. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule9B9.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months
whichever comes first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
²Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
²Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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Once a Month
²Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle, brake master
cylinder and transmission, add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
²Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
²Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on
Schedule ªAº 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or every other
interval shown on Schedule ªBº 6,000 miles (10 000
km).
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SCHEDULE ªBº
Follow schedule ªBº if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions. Change
the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000
miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under
one or more of the conditions marked with anL.
²Day or night temperatures are below 32É F (0É C).
²Stop and go driving.
²Extensive engine idling.
²Driving in dusty conditions.
²Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90É F (32É C).
²Trailer towing.L
²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).L
²Off-road or desert operation.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule ªBº of the
9Maintenance Schedules9section of this manual.
If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil
at every interval shown on schedule9A9of the9Mainte-
nance Schedules9section of this manual.
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* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
³ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.NOTE:The AWD power transfer unit fluid and the
AWD overrunning clutch/ rear carrier fluid must be
changed at the more frequent intervals shown in sched-
ule B if the vehicle is operated under any of the condi-
tions noted by a diamond (L) at the beginning of the
schedule.
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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
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * X X X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear) X
Check thePCV valveand replace, if necessary.* X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if necessary. ³ 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
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
³ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
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SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you're having warranty work done, be sure to have the
right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All
work to be performed may not be covered by the
warranty, discuss additional charges with the service
manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle's
service history. This can often provide a clue to the
current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle's problems or the
specific work you want done. If you've had an accident,
or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the
service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items, and you must have your
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with
the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a
minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it is advisable
to make these arrangements when you call for an ap-
pointment.
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your satisfaction. We want you to be happy with our
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Your selling dealer is best equipped and most anxious to
provide prompt resolution for any warranty issue or
related matter that you may experience. The manufactur-
er's dealers have the facilities, factory-trained techni-
cians, special tools, and the latest information to assure
your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner.
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Adding Fuel........................... 240
Adding Washer Fluid..................109,285
Additives, Fuel......................... 238
Adjustable Pedals........................ 99
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 281
Air Conditioning Filter.................192,282
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 281
Air Conditioning System................183,281
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 223
Airbag................................ 43
Airbag Deployment....................... 50
Airbag Light.....................47,52,63,145
Airbag Maintenance....................... 52
Airbag, Side............................ 50
Alarm System........................... 24
Alignment and Balance................... 229
All Wheel Drive...................205,230,298
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antifreeze Disposal...................... 290Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..............287,288
Anti-Lock Brake System................... 208
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 139
Anti-Theft Security Alarm.................. 24
Appearance Care........................ 300
Auto Down Power Windows................ 31
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 70
Automatic Door Locks...................17,18
Automatic Headlights.................... 105
Automatic Temperature Control............. 183
Automatic Transaxle...................201,295
Adding Fluid......................... 313
Filter............................... 297
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 297
Fluid Level Check...................... 296
Interlock System....................... 202
Reset Mode.......................... 202
Selection Of Lubricant................295,313
Shifting............................. 203
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Special Additives...................... 298
Autostick........................ 112,203,204
Ball Joints............................. 283
Battery............................... 279
Jump Starting......................... 258
Keyless Transmitter Replacement............ 23
Bearings.............................. 300
Belts, Drive............................ 276
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 284
B-Pillar Location........................ 218
Brake, Parking.......................... 206
Brake System........................208,292
Anti-Lock........................... 208
Fluid Check.......................293,313
Hoses.............................. 292
Warning Light........................ 140
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 201
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 61Bulb Replacement....................... 307
Bulbs, Light............................ 306
Calibration, Compass..................... 152
Capacities, Fluid........................ 311
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 240
Radiator............................ 289
Car Washes............................ 301
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 239
Cargo Area Cover....................... 127
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier....................... 130
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 128
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance......... 180
Cassette Tape Player...................160,164
Catalytic Converter...................... 278
CD Changer......................159,168,170
CD Player..................155,157,160,166,170
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Cellular Phone.......................... 73
Chains, Tire............................ 233
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 252
Child Restraint.......................... 53
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............53,55
Child Safety Locks........................ 18
Child Seat.............................. 59
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 236
Climate Control......................... 183
Clock................................ 154
Compact Disc Maintenance................. 181
Compact Spare Tire...................... 226
Compass.............................. 151
Compass Calibration..................... 152
Compass Variance....................... 152
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 153
Console.............................. 126
Console, Floor.......................... 126
Console, Overhead....................... 114Contract, Service........................ 338
Coolant Pressure Cap..................... 289
Cooling System......................... 286
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 288
Coolant Capacity...................... 311
Coolant Level......................... 290
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 290
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 287
Inspection........................... 286
Points to Remember.................... 290
Pressure Cap......................... 289
Radiator Cap......................... 289
Selection of Coolant..................287,312
Cruise Control.......................... 111
Cruise Light........................... 143
Cup Holder.........................126,304
Customer Assistance..................... 336
Dealer Service.......................... 271
348 INDEX