tow DODGE NEON SRT 2005 2.G Owner's Manual

•Driving in dusty conditions
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 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 service)
•Off-road or desert operation
•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel
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.
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 DaimlerChrysler Material Standard
MS-6395.
If you choose to operate this vehicle in a very spirited
driving style, the manufacturer recommends the use of
a full synthetic engine oil, such as Mobil 1SAE 5W-30.
Oil Filler Cap Location
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CAUTION!
Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In
the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv-
ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor-
mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Contin-
ued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and the
vehicle.
WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-
haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in
areas where your exhaust system can contact any-
thing that can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune up to manufacturers specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected for prolonged period.
Engine Timing Belt
Replace the engine timing belt at the intervals described
in the appropriate maintenance schedule.
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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
emission control devices and systems on your vehicle
may be performed by any automotive repair establish-
ment or individual using any automotive part which has
been certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of
California, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
There are three maintenance schedules that showre-
quiredservice 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.
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
•Off-road or desert operation.
•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
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SCHEDULE“B”
Follow schedule“B”If you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
•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 (16.2 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 service).
•Off-road or desert operation.
•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
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:IFANYof these apply to you then flush and
replace the engine coolant every 102,000 miles (163 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow
schedule“B”of theMaintenance 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 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000
(Kilometers) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not
replaced at 3 months.XXXXX X
Rotate tires. X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Change the brake fluid. If vehicle is used for
trailer towing.X
Inspect theengine air cleaner filter.Replace
as necessary.*X
Change the manual transaxle fluid.X
Inspect and replace, if required, the the
make-up air filter(located inside the air
cleaner).X
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Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000
(Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (163 000) (168 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re-
placed at 3 months.XXXXX
Rotate tires. X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Change the brake fluid. If vehicle is used for trailer
towing.X
Inspect theengine air cleaner filterand replace as
necessary.*X
Flush and replace the engine, if not done at 60
months.X
Inspect and replace, if required, themake-up air
filter(located inside the air cleaner).X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
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.
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Cup Holder............................ 62
Customer Assistance.................... 196
Daytime Running Lights.................. 57
Dealer Service......................... 144
Defroster, Rear Window................... 90
Defroster, Windshield..................46,86
Deploying, Airbag....................... 35
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 142
Dimmer Control........................ 55
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 57
Disarming, Theft System.................. 22
Disposal
Engine Oil.......................... 148
Door Locks............................ 13
Door Locks, Automatic................... 15
Downshifting.......................... 100
Drive Belts............................ 149
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 136
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 50Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 130
Jump Starting........................ 133
Towing............................. 138
Emergency Trunk Release................. 17
Emission Control System Maintenance....... 180
Engine............................... 141
Break-In Recommendations............... 45
Checking Oil Level.................... 145
Compartment........................ 141
Cooling............................ 157
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 123
Jump Starting........................ 133
Oil ..........................145,176,177
Oil Change Interval................... 146
Oil Filler Cap........................ 148
Oil Filter............................ 177
Oil Selection......................... 147
Oil Synthetic......................... 148
Overheating......................... 128
Temperature Gauge.................... 73
Timing Belt.......................... 150
Exhaust Gas Caution..................45,123
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Alignment.......................... 118
Chains............................. 119
Changing........................... 130
Compact Spare....................... 115
General Information................... 112
High Speed.......................... 114
Inflation Pressures.................... 113
Jacking............................. 130
Load Capacity....................108,109
Quality Grading...................... 201
Radial.............................. 115
Replacement......................... 117
Rotation............................ 120
Safety.............................. 112
Sizes............................... 105
Snow Tires.......................... 119
Spinning............................ 116
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 117
Towing
Disabled Vehicle...................... 138
Transaxle
Manual...........................95,98
Transmitter Battery Service................ 20Transporting Pets........................ 44
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 117
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 72
Trunk Release Button..................... 17
Trunk Release, Emergency................. 17
Trunk Release Remote Control.............. 17
Turbo Boost Gauge...................91,121
Turbo Cool Down....................... 97
Turn Signals.........................57,70
Underhood Fuses....................... 170
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 201
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt............. 28
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................ 161
Vehicle Identification Number............... 6
Vehicle Loading........................ 125
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 6
Vehicle Storage......................... 173
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 69
Warnings and Cautions.................... 6
Warranty Information.................... 198
INDEX 213
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