engine DODGE NEON SRT 2005 2.G Manual PDF

Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000
(Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000)
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
Inspect theengine air cleaner filterand re-
place as necessary.*X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if neces-
sary. Not required if previously changed. *‡X
Replace theengine timing belt.*X
Inspect and replace, if required, themake-up
air filter(located inside the air cleaner).X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Replace manual transaxle fluid.X
Replace themake-up air filter(located inside
the air cleaner).X
188 SCHEDULE“B”
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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.
SCHEDULE“B”189
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SCHEDULE“A”
Miles 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 30,000
(Kilometers) (8 000) (16 000) (24 000) (32 000) (40 000) (48 000)
[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXX
Rotate tires. XXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Replace themake-up air filter(located inside
the air cleaner).X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Replace manual transaxle fluid.X
190 SCHEDULE“A”
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Miles 35,000 40,000 45,000 50,000 55,000
(Kilometers) (56 000) (64 000) (72 000) (80 000) (88 000)
[Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXXX
Rotate tires.XXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months, if
not done at 100,000 miles.X
SCHEDULE“A”191
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Miles 60,000 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000
(Kilometers) (96 000) (104
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000)(136 000)
[Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXX X
Rotate tires. XXXXX X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs and ignition cables.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if necessary. Not
required if previously changed. *‡X
Replace themake-up air filter(located inside the
air cleaner).X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Replace manual transaxle fluid. X
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Miles 90,000 95,000 100,000 105,000
(Kilometers) (144 000) (156 000) (160 000) (168 000)
[Months] [108] [114] [120] [126]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if necessary. Not required if
previously changed. *‡X
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not done at 60 months. X
Replace themake-up air filter(located inside the air cleaner). X
Replace theengine timing belt.X
Replace manual transaxle fluid. 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.
SCHEDULE“A”193
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following describes the tire grading categories estab-
lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s
manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall
of the tires on your car.
All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 201
9

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System............. 102
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 159
Adding Fuel.......................... 124
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 151
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 153
Air Conditioning........................ 84
Air Conditioning Controls................. 84
Air Conditioning Refrigerant...........153,154
Air Conditioning System................. 153
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 113
Airbag................................ 30
Airbag Deployment...................... 35
Airbag Light.......................38,46,71
Airbag Maintenance...................... 37
Airbag, Side........................... 36
Alarm, Panic........................... 19
Alarm System........................21,71
Alignment and Balance.................. 118
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 6
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 83
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........158,176,177
Capacities........................... 176
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 102Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 69
Anti-Theft Security Alarm................. 21
Appearance Care....................... 165
Arming Theft System..................... 21
Ashtrays and Lighter..................... 63
Automatic Door Locks.................... 15
Ball Joints............................ 154
Battery............................... 152
Keyless Transmitter Replacement.......... 20
Belts, Drive........................... 149
Belts, Engine.......................... 150
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 155
B-Pillar Location....................... 108
Brake Fluid........................... 177
Brake, Parking......................... 100
Brake System.......................102,162
Anti-Lock........................... 102
Hoses.............................. 162
Master Cylinder...................... 163
Parking............................ 100
Warning Light........................ 69
Brakes............................102,162
204 INDEX

Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 45
Bulb Replacement...................173,174
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...... 176
Capacities, Fluid....................... 176
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 124
Oil (Engine)......................... 148
Carbon Monoxide Warning............... 123
Catalytic Converter..................... 149
CD Changer........................... 79
CD Player...........................75,77
CD Player Maintenance................... 83
Center High Mounted Stop Light........... 176
Central Door Locks...................... 14
Central Locking......................... 14
Chains, Tire........................... 119
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 130
Charging System Light................... 71
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 105
Child Restraint......................... 38
Child Safety Locks....................... 16
Circuit Breakers.....................170,171Cleaning
Glass.............................. 168
Headlights.......................... 168
Climate Control......................... 84
Clock................................. 74
Compact Disc Maintenance................ 83
Compact Spare Tire..................... 115
Console............................... 62
Contract, Service....................... 198
Cool Down, Turbo....................... 97
Coolant...........................176,177
Cooling System........................ 157
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 159
Coolant Level.....................157,160
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 159
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 158
Inspection........................... 160
Points to Remember................159,161
Pressure Cap........................ 159
Rubber and Plastic Components.......... 161
Selection of Coolant................... 158
Corrosion Protection.................... 165
Crankcase Emission Control System......... 151
INDEX 205
10

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
206 INDEX