oil change CHRYSLER PACIFICA HYBRID 2023 Owners Manual

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EXTERIOR LIGHTS ..............................................................54Multifunction Lever ..................................................... 54
Headlight Switch ......................................................... 55
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Equipped.......... 55
High/Low Beam Switch .............................................. 56
Automatic High Beam — If Equipped ........................ 56
Flash-To-Pass .............................................................. 56
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ......................... 56
Headlights On With Wipers —If Equipped .................. 56
Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped .......................... 56
Lights-On Reminder .................................................... 57
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped .................................. 57
Turn Signals................................................................. 57
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped............................. 57
Battery Saver .............................................................. 57
INTERIOR LIGHTS ...............................................................58 Interior Courtesy Lights .............................................. 58
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERS .............................59 Windshield Wiper Operation....................................... 59
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........................... 60
Rear Wiper And Washer ............................................. 60
CLIMATE CONTROLS .........................................................60 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions.............................................................. 61
Manual Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions.............................................................. 66
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ................................................................. 70
Climate Voice Commands .......................................... 70
Operating Tips ............................................................ 70 INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............................ 71
Storage ......................................................................... 71
Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped..............................74
Sun Screens — If Equipped ......................................... 74
USB/AUX Control ........................................................ 74
Power Outlets .............................................................. 75
Power Inverter — If Equipped ..................................... 77
Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped......................... 77
WINDOWS............................................................................ 78 Power Windows............................................................ 78
Automatic Window Features ....................................... 79
Reset Auto-Up .............................................................. 79
Wind Buffeting ............................................................. 79
PANORAMIC SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 80 Opening And Closing The Sunroof ..............................80
Opening And Closing The Power Sunshade —
If Equipped ................................................................... 81
Pinch Protect Feature.................................................. 81
Venting Sunroof ........................................................... 81
Ignition Off Operation .................................................. 81
Sunroof Maintenance.................................................. 81
HOOD.................................................................................... 82 Opening ........................................................................ 82
Closing .......................................................................... 82
LIFTGATE .............................................................................. 83 To Unlock/Open The Liftgate ......................................83
To Lock/Close The Liftgate ......................................... 83
Power Liftgate — If Equipped ......................................83
Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped ............................. 84
Cargo Area Features ................................................... 86 STOW ‘N PLACE ROOF RACK — IF EQUIPPED ............... 90
Deploying The Crossbars ............................................ 91
Stowing The Crossbars ............................................... 92
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..................................................... 94 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ................................ 96
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY .................................... 97 Instrument Cluster Display Location And Controls ... 97
Engine Oil Life ............................................................. 98
KeySense Cluster Messages — If Equipped .............. 98
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items ................... 99
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped ... 101
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ..............................102 Red Warning Lights ................................................... 102
Yellow Warning Lights ............................................... 105Yellow Indicator Lights .............................................. 107Green Indicator Lights............................................... 107White Indicator Lights ............................................... 108Blue Indicator Lights ................................................. 109
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ................... 109 Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ............................................... 109
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ....................................................................... 110

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 259
Maintenance Plan ..................................................... 260
ENGINE COMPARTMENT................................................. 262 3.6L Engine ............................................................... 262
Checking Oil Level ..................................................... 263
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................ 263Maintenance-Free Battery ....................................... 263
Pressure Washing ..................................................... 264
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................ 264 Engine Oil .................................................................. 264
Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 265
Engine Air Cleaner Filter .......................................... 265
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ............................... 265
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................... 266
Body Lubrication ....................................................... 268Windshield Wiper Blades.......................................... 268
Exhaust System ........................................................ 270
Cooling System.......................................................... 271
Brake System ........................................................... 273
Automatic Transmission .......................................... 274
Fuses ......................................................................... 275
Bulb Replacement .................................................... 282
TIRES ................................................................................ 283 Tire Safety Information ............................................ 283
Tires — General Information .................................... 291
Tire Types................................................................... 294
Spare Tires — If Equipped ........................................ 295Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .................................... 296
Snow Traction Devices ............................................ 297
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................. 298 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE
QUALITY GRADES ........................................................... 298
Treadwear ................................................................. 298Traction Grades ........................................................ 299Temperature Grades ................................................ 299
STORING THE VEHICLE ................................................... 299
BODYWORK ...................................................................... 300 Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...................... 300Body And Underbody Maintenance ......................... 300
Preserving The Bodywork ......................................... 300
INTERIORS ....................................................................... 301 Seats And Fabric Parts ............................................. 301
Plastic And Coated Parts .......................................... 301Leather Surfaces ...................................................... 302
Glass Surfaces ......................................................... 302
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)..................... 303
BRAKE SYSTEM ............................................................... 303
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .............. 303 Torque Specifications ............................................... 303
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................................................... 304 3.6L Engine ............................................................... 304Reformulated Gasoline ........................................... 304Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends .................................... 304Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ............ 305
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications.................. 305
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
(MMT) In Gasoline .................................................... 305
Materials Added To Fuel .......................................... 305Fuel System Cautions ............................................... 305
FLUID CAPACITIES .......................................................... 306
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .............................. 306
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............................ 307
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR
VEHICLE ............................................................................308 Prepare For The Appointment .................................. 308
Prepare A List ............................................................ 308Be Reasonable With Requests ................................. 308
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ..............................................308 Roadside Assistance ................................................. 308
FCA US LLC Customer Center ................................... 309
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center........................... 309
Mexico ........................................................................ 310
Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands............................ 310
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired(TDD/TTY).................................................... 310
Service Contract ........................................................ 310
WARRANTY INFORMATION.............................................310
MOPAR® PARTS ..............................................................311
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ......................................311 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C........ 311
In Canada................................................................... 311
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS .......................................311
CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP OR ADDRESS.......................312
GENERAL INFORMATION................................................. 312

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98GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Back / Left Arrow Button
Push and release the left arrow button to access
the information screens or submenu screens of a main
menu item.
 Up Arrow Button
Push and release the up arrow button to scroll
upward through the Main Menu items.
 Right Arrow Button
Push and release the right arrow button to access
the information screens or submenu screens of a main
menu item.
 Down Arrow Button
Push and release the down arrow button to scroll
downward through the Main Menu items.
 OK Button
Push the OK button to access/select the information
screens or submenu screens of a Main Menu item.
Push and hold the OK button for two seconds to reset
displayed/selected features that can be reset.
ENGINE OIL LIFE
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.
 Your vehicle is equipped with an
engine oil change indicator system.
The “Oil Change Required”
message will display for approxi -
mately five seconds after a single
chime has sounded, to indicate it is
time to change the engine oil. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent
upon your personal driving style.
 Unless reset, this message will continue to display
each time the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position.
 To reset the oil change indicator after performing the
scheduled maintenance, refer to the following proce -
dure.
NOTE:This procedure should only be performed after scheduled
maintenance is completed. Resetting oil life other than
when associated with a scheduled maintenance may
result in damage due to not properly maintaining the
engine oil.
Oil Life Reset

1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and place the ignition in the
ON/RUN position (do not start the vehicle.)

2. Push the OK button to enter the instrument cluster
display menu screen.
3. Push and release the down arrow button to
access the ”Vehicle Info” menu screen.
4. Push the left arrow button or right arrow button
to access the “Oil Life” submenu.
5. Hold the OK button to reset the “Oil Life” to 100%.
6. Push the up arrow button to exit the instrument
cluster display menu screen. Secondary Method For Oil Life Reset Procedure

1. Without pushing the brake pedal, place the ignition
in the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, place the ignition in the OFF position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you start the
vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If
necessary, repeat this procedure.
KEYSENSE CLUSTER MESSAGES —
I
F EQUIPPED
When the KeySense key is in use there will be:
 Continuous, dedicated telltale
 Unique Display Splash Screen
With KeySense in use there will be multiple associated
messages shown in the following table:
Setting Instrument Cluster Display
Message
None – With vehicle ignition ON “KeySense in use. Max
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100GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Oil Life
Displays the remaining engine oil life as a percentage.
To reset the Oil Life, you must hold the OK button. The
“Hold OK to Reset” instruction will be displayed at all
times, but the following conditions will need to be met in
order to reset Oil Life:
 The ignition must be in the ON/RUN position.
If the conditions are met, holding the OK button will reset
the gauge and the numeric display will return to 100%.
If the conditions are not met, a pop-up message will
display for five seconds, describing the required
conditions, and then the Oil Life screen will reappear.
Battery Voltage
Displays the actual battery voltage.
Engine Hours — If Equipped
Displays the number of hours of engine operation.
Driver Assist — If Equipped
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Driver Assist display icon is highlighted in the
instrument cluster display.
 Adaptive Cruise Control
 LaneSense
Fuel Economy
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Fuel Economy Menu item is highlighted in the
instrument cluster display. The Fuel Economy Menu will
display the following: 
Two submenu pages that can be toggled between
using the left and right arrow buttons; one with
Current Value displayed and one without the Current
Value displayed:
 Average Fuel Economy (MPG, L/100 km, or km/L)
 Range To Empty (miles or km)
 Current Fuel Economy (MPG, L/100 km, or km/L)
 The Max and Min values will correspond to the
particular engine requirements
 Hold OK to reset average fuel economy information.
Trip Info
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Trip Menu item is highlighted in the instrument cluster
display. Push the left or right arrow button to scroll
through the Trip A and Trip B submenus. The Trip
information will display the following:
 Distance
 Average Fuel Economy
 Elapsed Time
Hold the OK button to reset feature information.
Stop / Start – If Equipped
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Stop/Start menu title is displayed in the instrument
cluster display.
Audio
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Audio Menu displays in the instrument cluster display.
Messages
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
Messages is highlighted in the instrument cluster display.
This feature shows the number of stored warning
messages. Pushing the right arrow button will allow you
to see what the stored messages are.
NOTE:The pop-up messages indicate the status of the system
and/or the conditions that need to be met. Messages
remain in the stored stack until condition is cleared.
Screen Setup
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Screen Setup Menu displays in the instrument cluster
display. Push and release the OK button to enter the
submenus. The Screen Setup feature allows you to
change what information is displayed in the instrument
cluster as well as the location that information is
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STARTING AND OPERATING115
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes
should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the
recommended viscosity and quality grades
Úpage 264.
NOTE:A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter -
preted as a problem.
PARKING BRAKE
ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB)
Your vehicle is equipped with an EPB that offers simple
operation, and some additional features that make the
parking brake more convenient and useful.
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the
vehicle from rolling while parked. Before leaving the
vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is applied. Also,
be certain to leave the transmission in PARK. You can engage the parking brake in two ways;

Manually, by applying the EPB switch.
 Automatically, by enabling the Auto Park Brake feature
in the customer programmable features
Úpage 158.
The EPB is located in the integrated center stack.

Electric Park Brake Switch

To apply the parking brake manually, push the switch
momentarily. You may hear a sound from the back of the
vehicle while the parking brake engages. Once the parking
brake is fully engaged, the Brake Warning Light in the
instrument cluster and an indicator on the switch will
illuminate. If your foot is on the brake pedal while you
apply the parking brake, you may notice a small amount of
brake pedal movement. The parking brake can be applied
even when the ignition switch is OFF, however, it can only
be released when the ignition switch in the ACC or ON/
RUN position.
NOTE:The EPB Warning Light will illuminate if the EPB switch is
held for longer than 180 seconds. The light will extinguish
upon releasing the switch.
If the Auto Park Brake feature is enabled, the parking
brake will automatically engage whenever the
transmission is placed into PARK. Once the parking brake
is engaged, the Brake Warning Light in the instrument
cluster and the LED indicator on the switch will illuminate.
If your foot is on the brake pedal, you may notice a small
amount of brake pedal movement while the parking brake
is engaging.
The parking brake will release automatically when the
ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position, the transmission
is in DRIVE or REVERSE, and the driver seat belt is buckled
and an attempt is made to drive the vehicle away by
pressing the accelerator pedal.
To release the parking brake manually, the ignition switch
must be in the ON/RUN position. Press on the brake
pedal, then push the parking brake switch momentarily.
You may hear a sound from the back of the vehicle while
the parking brake disengages. You may also notice a small
amount of movement in the brake pedal. Once the parking
brake is fully disengaged, the Brake Warning Light in the
instrument cluster and the LED indicator on the switch will
extinguish.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in
the engine or damage may result.
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SAFETY235
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Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for proper closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under the vehicle after overnight parking for
fuel, coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel or brake fluid leaks are
suspected, the cause should be located and corrected
immediately.
EXHAUST GAS
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have an authorized dealer inspect the complete
exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
CARBON MONOXIDE WARNINGS
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), follow
these safety tips:
Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in
confined areas any longer than needed to move your
vehicle in or out of the area.
If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/
rear doors open, make sure that all windows are
closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set
at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
 If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling
controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
blower at high speed.
WARNING!
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can
kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a
garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the vehicle
is stopped in an open area with the engine running
for more than a short period, adjust the ventilation
system to force fresh, outside air into the vehicle.
 Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte -
nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every
time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal condi -
tions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all
side windows fully open.
 When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the igni -
tion is in the OFF position, remove the key fob from
the vehicle, and lock your vehicle.
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248IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:

1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s
Hazard Warning Flashers.

2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the
ground. This will allow the Tire Service Kit Hose to
reach the valve stem and keep the Tire Service Kit flat
on the ground. This will provide the best positioning of
the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated
tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as
necessary to place the valve stem in this position
before proceeding. 3. Place the gear selector in PARK, then push and
release the ENGINE START/STOP button to set the
ignition switch to the OFF position.
4. Apply the parking brake.
Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:

1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose.

2. Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the
ground next to the deflated tire.
3. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose onto the
valve stem.
4. Uncoil the Power Plug and insert the
plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt power
outlet.
NOTE:Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) from
the tire.
Injecting Tire Service Kit Sealant Into The Deflated Tire:
1. Always start the vehicle before turning
the Tire Service Kit on.

2. Ensure the Mode Select Knob is to the
Sealant Mode position. 3. After pushing the Power Button, the
sealant (white fluid) will flow from the
Sealant Bottle through the Sealant Hose
and into the tire.
NOTE:Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the tire.
If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10
seconds through the Sealant Hose:

1. Push the Power Button to turn the Tire Service Kit
off. Disconnect the Sealant Hose from the valve
stem. Make sure the valve stem is free of debris.
Reconnect the Sealant Hose to the valve stem.
Check that the Mode Select Knob is in the Sealant
Mode position and not Air Mode. Push the Power
Button to turn the Tire Service Kit on.

2. Connect the Power Plug to a different 12 Volt power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if available.
Make sure the vehicle is running before turning the
Tire Service Kit on.
3. The Sealant Bottle may be empty due to previous use. Call for assistance.
If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Sealant
Hose:
1. Continue to operate the pump until
sealant is no longer flowing through
hose (typically takes 30 - 70 seconds).
As the sealant flows through the Sealant
Hose, the Pressure Gauge can read as
high as 70 psi (4.8 bar). The Pressure Gauge will
decrease quickly from approximately 70 psi
(4.8 bar) to the actual tire pressure when the
Sealant Bottle is empty.


Take care not to allow the contents of Tire Service Kit
to come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. Tire
Service Kit sealant is harmful if inhaled, swallowed,
or absorbed through the skin. It causes skin, eye, and
respiratory irritation. Flush immediately with plenty of
water if there is any contact with eyes or skin. Change
clothing as soon as possible, if there is any contact
with clothing.
 Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In
case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physi -
cian immediately. Keep Tire Service Kit out of reach
of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately
with plenty of water and drink plenty of water. Do not
induce vomiting! Consult a physician immediately.
WARNING!

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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 towing, extremely hot or cold
ambient temperatures will influence when the “Oil Change
Required” message is displayed. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles
(805 km).An 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
an authorized dealer Úpage 97.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
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.
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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260SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE PLAN
Refer to the Maintenance Plan for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System
Change oil and filter.
 Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
 Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
 Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
 Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and parking brake.
 Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
 Inspect exhaust system.
 Inspect engine air cleaner filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions. If required, replace engine air cleaner filter.
Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First)20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV/Universal joints X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, boot seals, tie rod ends, and replace if
necessary X
X X X X XX
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Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the
addition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes)
to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and
its performance may be impaired by supplemental
additives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil
Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact an authorized dealer, service
station or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
ENGINE OIL FILTER
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at
every engine oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
A full-flow type disposable oil filter should be used for
replacement. The quality of replacement filters varies
considerably. Only high quality Mopar® certified filters
should be used. If Mopar® Engine Oil Filters are
unavailable only use filters that meet or exceed SAE/
USCAR-36 Filter Performance Requirements.
ENGINE AIR CLEANER FILTER
For the proper maintenance intervals Úpage 260.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement filters varies considerably. Only
high quality Mopar® certified filters should be used.
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT INSPECTION
When inspecting accessory drive belts, small cracks that
run across the ribbed surface of a belt from rib to rib, are
considered normal. These are not a reason to replace belt.
However, cracks running along a rib (not across) are not
normal. Any belt with cracks running along a rib must be
replaced. Also, have the belt replaced if it has excessive
wear, frayed cords, or severe glazing.

Accessory Belt (Serpentine Belt)

WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses,
etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING!
 Do not attempt to inspect an accessory drive belt
with vehicle running.
 When working near the radiator cooling fan, discon -
nect the fan motor lead. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time regardless of
ignition mode. You could be injured by the moving
fan blades.
 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
mechanic.
WARNING!
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