oil dipstick JEEP WRANGLER 2004 TJ / 2.G Owners Manual

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 proper equipment.
If you have any doubt about your ability to perform
a service job, take your vehicle to a competent
mechanic.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed
maintenance intervals, there are other items that should
operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it
could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance.
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle's engine, the
engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check
the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off, or before
starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the ADD and SAFE markings on the
dipstick. Adding 1 U.S. Quart (0.95L) of oil when the
reading is at the ADD mark will result in a SAFE reading
on these engines.
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2. The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a
minimum of 60 seconds.
3. Fully apply parking brake.
4. Apply the brakes and shift the transmission into P
(Park).
5. The fluidMUSTbe checked with the transmission in
P (Park) to be sure that the fluid level is accurate.
6. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated.
Remove dipstick and note reading.
At normal operating temperature (approximately 180É F
(82É C), the fluid level is correct if it is in the HOT region
(cross-hatched area) on the oil level indicator. The fluid
level indicator should be in the COLD region at 70É F (21É
C) fluid temperature.
If the fluid level is low, add sufficient fluid to bring to the
proper level. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants
and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Fluid is added through the dipstick tube.NOTE:To prevent dirt and water from entering the
transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make
certain that the dipstick cap is properly reseated.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives to the transmission. The only
exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in
detecting fluid leaks. The use of transmission sealers
should be avoided as they may adversely affect seals.
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Ð Manual Transmission
The clutch hydraulic system is a sealed maintenance free
system. In the event of leakage or other malfunction, the
system must be replaced.
Manual Transmission
Selection of Lubricant
Use only manufacturer's recommended manual trans-
mission fluid, refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants,
and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
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Coolant Level........................ 241
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 240
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 239
Inspection........................... 239
Points to Remember................... 242
Pressure Cap........................ 241
Selection of Coolant................240,258
Temperature Gauge.................... 118
Corrosion Protection.................... 248
Crankcase Emission Control System......... 234
Cruise Control.......................... 60
Cruise Light........................... 116
Cup Holder............................ 64
Customer Assistance.................... 280
Daytime Running Lights.................. 58
Dealer Service......................... 227
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 154
Defroster, Windshield.................151,153
Delay Wipers........................... 58
Deploying, Airbag....................... 27
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 225
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 57Dipsticks
Oil (Engine)......................... 228
Disabled Vehicle Towing................. 219
Disposal
Engine Oil.......................... 231
Used Coolant........................ 240
Door Locks............................ 15
Doors................................ 15
Drive Belts............................ 231
Driving.............................. 181
Off-Pavement........................ 181
Off-Road........................... 181
On Hills............................ 182
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 181
When to Use Low Range............... 181
Dual Top.............................. 66
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary................. 63
Electrical Power Outlets................... 63
Electronic Speed Control.................. 60
Emergency Brake....................... 175
Emergency, In Case of
Brake Warning Light................... 119
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Mopar Parts........................227,284
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 56
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 39
Occupant Restraints...................... 16
Octane Rating, Gasoline.................. 197
Odometer............................. 119
Trip ............................... 119
Off-Pavement Driving................... 181
Off-Road Driving....................... 181
Oil, Engine........................... 228
Capacity............................ 258
Dipstick............................ 228
Filter.............................. 231
Identification Logo.................... 230
Materials Added to.................... 231
Recommendation..................230,258
Viscosity............................ 258
Onboard Diagnostic System............225,226
Outside Rearview Mirrors................. 49
Overheating, Engine..................... 210
Owner's Manual....................... 285Paint Care............................ 248
Paint Damage......................... 248
Parking Brake......................... 175
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch............ 26
Passing Light........................... 57
PCV Valve............................ 234
Pets.................................. 39
Pets, Transporting....................... 39
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 188
Polishing and Waxing................... 249
Power
Distribution Center.................... 256
Steering............................ 236
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 21
Preparation for Jacking................... 213
Pressure Gauge, Oil..................... 117
Radial Ply Tires........................ 193
Radio.......................122,130,135,140
Radio Broadcast Signals.................. 121
Radio Operation..................130,135,149
Radio, Satellite......................... 145
Rear Axle............................. 248
INDEX 295
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