maintenance schedule CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2005 1.G User Guide

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONTENTS

Emission Control System Maintenance........330

Maintenance Schedules...................330▫Schedule “B”........................333
▫Schedule “A”........................344
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed inbold
typemust be done at the times or mileages specified to
assure the continued proper functioning of the emission
control system. These, and all other maintenance services
included in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE:Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-
sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part which has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
requiredservice for your vehicle.
First is Schedule“B”. It is for vehicles that are operated
under the conditions that are listed below and at the
beginning of the schedule.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C).
•Stop and go driving.
•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).
•Trailer towing.
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•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).
•Off-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 “B” of the
Maintenance Schedulessection of this manual.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for ScheduleB.
Second is Schedule“A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
uleB.
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
•Check 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.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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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.
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SCHEDULE “B”
Follow schedule “B” 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 an.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C).
•Stop and go driving.
•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).
•Trailer towing.
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).
•Off-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 “B” of the
Maintenance Schedulessection of this manual.
If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil
at every interval shown on scheduleAof theMainte-
nance Schedulessection of this manual.
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Miles 108, 000 111, 000 114, 000 117, 000 120, 000
(Kilometers) (173 000) (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000)
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if neces-
sary. ‡X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. X
Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power transfer
unit fluid. (See note at the end of this chart)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.
‡ 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 () at the beginning of the
schedule.
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* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
‡ 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.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
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Oil Pressure.......................... 150
Park............................... 322
Reading............................. 122
Rear Servicing........................ 324
Rear Tail............................ 324
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 150
Service...........................320,321
Service Engine Soon.................... 149
Side Marker.......................... 324
Turn Signal..................109,112,322,324
Voltage............................. 144
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 144
Load Leveling System.................... 138
Loading Vehicle......................254,255
Capacities........................... 255
Tires ............................... 229
Locks
Door................................ 16Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)............................52,54
Lubrication, Body....................... 296
Luggage Rack.......................... 137
Maintenance, Airbag...................... 50
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 291
Maintenance Procedures................... 284
Maintenance Schedule.................... 330
Light Duty ScheduleA................. 344
Light Duty ScheduleB................. 333
ScheduleA......................... 344
ScheduleB.......................... 333
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 131
Malfunction Indicator Light..............149,282
Manual, Service......................... 356
Map/Reading Lights..................... 122
Memory Feature........................ 104
Memory Seat.........................70,104
368 INDEX

Radio, Satellite.......................... 186
Rear Liftgate............................ 26
Rear Seating Flexibility.................... 101
Rear Window Defroster................... 205
Rear Window Features.................... 114
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 114
Rearview Mirrors........................ 67
Reclining Front Seats...................... 96
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 326
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 39
Remote Keyless Entry..................... 19
Remote Sound System Controls.............. 190
Replacement Keys........................ 14
Replacement Parts....................... 283
Replacement Tires....................240,242
Reporting Safety Defects................... 355
Restraint, Head.......................... 94
Restraints, Child.......................51,57Restraints, Infant......................... 55
Retractable Cargo Area Cover............... 134
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 273
Roof Rack............................. 137
Rotation, Tires.......................... 247
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 61
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 62
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 355
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 29
Safety Information, Tire................... 224
Safety Tips............................. 60
Satellite Radio.......................... 186
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 189
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 330
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 315
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 39
Seat Belts.............................. 30
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.................. 36
INDEX 371
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