service indicator CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2017 2.G User Guide

SCHEDULE 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 ser-
vice 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 Operat-
ing Conditions 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 otherthan your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to “Vehicle Info” in “Display” in “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel”.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve 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.
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.
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WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you
have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
Engine Oil
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Scheduled Servicing” in this section for
further information.NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve 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.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet
the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395.
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These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread
grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth
becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). When the tread is
worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be
replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for
further information.
Life Of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying
factors including, but not limited to:
•Driving style.
• Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pressures
can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the
tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce
tread life, resulting in the need for earlier tire replace-
ment.
• Distance driven. •
Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or
higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced
tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main-
tenance schedule is highly recommended.
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure.
You could lose control and have a collision resulting
in serious injury or death.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact
with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
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Center Mounted Stop....................546
Cruise ....................... .256, 259, 260
Daytime Running .......................113
Exterior .......................... .377, 543
Fog ..............................113,544
Front Replacement ..................... .543
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................529
Headlights ........................... .540
Headlights On Reminder ..................112
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............115
Intensity Control ........................118
Interior ..............................117
Lights On Reminder .....................112
Low Fuel ............................ .247
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........250
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........120
Park ............................... .257
Passing ..............................115
Reading ..............................117 Seat Belt Reminder
..................... .232
Security Alarm ........................ .240
Service .............................. .537
Side Marker ....................... .542, 543
SmartBeams ...........................115
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .........251, 293
Traction Control ....................... .274
Turn Signal .....................254, 377, 542
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......254
Loading Vehicle ...................... .168, 504
Tires ............................... .644
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode ..................... .226
Battery Saver On ...................... .226
Electrical Load Reduction .................226
Intelligent Battery Sensor ..................226
Low Tire Pressure System ...................293
Lubrication, Body ........................ .627
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................201
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Lug Nuts.............................. .676
Maintenance Free Battery ....................620
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .613
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......250
Manual, Service ......................... .803
Map/Reading Lights .......................117
Marker Lights, Side ....................... .542
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................636
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ................90
Memory Seat ......................... .90, 107
Methanol .............................. .679
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .229
Mirrors ............................... .104
Automatic Dimming .....................105
Electric Remote ........................ .106
Exterior Folding ....................... .106
Heated .............................. .107
Memory ..............................90 Outside
............................. .106
Rearview ......................... .104, 529
Vanity ........................... .109, 192
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................293
MOPAR Parts ........................... .802
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .679
Multi-Function Control Lever .................113
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................388
Occupant Restraints ...................... .302
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............677, 687
Oil, Engine ......................... .622, 687
Capacity ............................ .686
Change Interval ....................... .622
Checking ............................ .619
Disposal ............................. .624
Filter ............................ .624, 687
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Rotation............................. .663
Safety ........................... .639, 649
Snow Tires ........................... .658
Spare Tire ...................560, 659, 660, 661
Spinning ............................ .654
Trailer Towing ........................ .516
Tread Wear Indicators ....................654
Tire Safety Information .....................639
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................514
Towing ............................... .506
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .605
Guide ...............................511
Recreational .......................... .521
Weight ...............................511
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........521
Traction ............................... .523
Traction Control ......................... .268
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..................278
Trailer Towing .......................... .506Cooling System Tips
.....................520
Hitches ............................. .510
Minimum Requirements ..................515
Tips................................ .520
Trailer And Tongue Weight ................514
Wiring .............................. .518
Trailer Towing Guide .......................511
Trailer Weight ............................511
Transaxle .............................. .394
Automatic ........................... .394
Operation ............................ .394
Transmission ........................... .396
Automatic ........................ .396, 637
Maintenance .......................... .637
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .26
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .....175
Transporting Pets ........................ .373
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .654
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