2009 Chrysler 300 Owners Manual

Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Seal damage may result.

Automatic Transmission

Fluid Level Check Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted. If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction, have your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level.

CAUTION!

• Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than that recommended by the manufacturer will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu- ine Parts” in this section for the correct fluid type. • The fluid level is preset at the factory and it does not require adjustment under normal operating conditions. If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your authorized dealer immediately. Severe damage to the transmission may occur. Your au- thorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.

Fluid and Filter Changes Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for proper maintenance intervals. If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed. Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- mance. Use only manufacturer’s recommended transmis- sion fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this section for the correct fluid type. It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission; only the approved lubricant may be used.

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Special Additives Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supple- mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- tives to the transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals. All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped The all wheel drive system consists of a transfer case and front differential. The exterior surface of these compo- nents should be inspected for evidence of fluid leaks. Confirmed leaks should be repaired as soon as possible. The transfer case fluid fill/inspection plug is located in the middle of the rear housing. To inspect the transfer case fluid level, remove the fill/inspection plug. The fluid level should be even with the bottom of the hole. Use this plug to add fluid as required.

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The front differential fill plug is located on the outer cover near the halfshaft attachment. To inspect the differ- ential fluid level, remove the fill plug. The fluid level should be even with or slightly below the bottom of the hole. Fluid Changes Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for proper maintenance intervals. Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion

Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami- nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated,

extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi- tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody protection. The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle. What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. The most common causes are: • Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation. • Stone and gravel impact. • Insects, tree sap, and tar. • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.

Washing • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using MOPAR威 Car Wash or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water. • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR威 Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover to remove. • Use MOPAR威 Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. • Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish.

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CAUTION!

Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder that will scratch metal and painted surfaces.

Special Care • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a month. • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear and open. • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner.

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• If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause, which destroys the paint and protective coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos- sible. The cost of such repairs is considered the respon- sibility of the owner. • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed. • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider • Use MOPAR威 Touch Up Paint or equivalent on scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle.

mud or stone shields behind each wheel.

Wheel and Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove

heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR威 Wheel Cleaner (05066247AB) or equivalent or select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Only MOPAR威 or equivalent is recommended. Do not use oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’ protective finish. Interior Care Use MOPAR威 Fabric Cleaner or equivalent to clean fabric upholstery and MOPAR威 Carpet Cleaner for carpeting. Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp cloth, or MOPAR威 Satin Select. Do not use harsh cleaners or Armorall. Use MOPAR威 Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. MOPAR威 Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery.

Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent. Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi- tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.

WARNING!

Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.

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Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed. To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- lowed by rinsing. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with MOPAR威 Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win- dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear

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quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements. When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror. Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Clean with a wet soft rag or micro-fiber towel. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp rag. 2. Dry with a soft tissue.

Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR威 Total Clean, a mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly. Cleaning the Center Console Cupholders Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent with the cupholder in the center console. NOTE: The cupholder cannot be removed.

FUSES

Integrated Power Module The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the engine compartment. This module contains fuses and relays.

Integrated Power Module

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CAUTION!

• When installing the integrated power module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the integrated power module and possibly result in an electrical system failure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over- load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.

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Cav- ity

Cartridge Fuse —

—

—

—

— —

— —

—

Mini- Fuse 15 Amp Blue 25 Amp Neutral 25 Amp Neutral 25 Amp Neutral — 25 Amp Neutral — 25 Amp Neutral —

Description

Washer Motor

Powertrain Control Mod- ule (PCM) Ignition Run/Start

Alternator/EGR Solenoid

— Ignition Coils/Injectors/ Short Runner Valve — Starter

—

Cav- ity 10

11

12

13

14
15

16
17
18

Cartridge Fuse 30 Amp Pink 30 Amp Pink

40 Amp Green 50 Amp Red

— 50 Amp Red — — —

Mini- Fuse —

Description

Windshield Wiper

—

—

—

— —

— — —

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Valves - If Equipped Radiator Fan

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Pump Motor - If Equipped — Radiator Fan

— — —

Description

Mini- Fuse — — — —

Cartridge Fuse — — — —

Cav- ity 19
20
21
22
Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays.

— — — —

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Opening The Access Panel

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Rear Power Distribution Center

CAUTION!

• When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system over- load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.

Cav- ity

Cartridge Fuse 60 Amp Yellow 40 Amp Green — 40 Amp Green 30 Amp Pink —

—

Mini- Fuse —

—

— —

—

20 Amp Yellow 15 Amp Blue

Description

Ignition Off Draw (IOD)

Integrated Power Module (IPM) — Integrated Power Module (IPM) Heated Seats - If Equipped Fuel Pump

Rear Heated Seats - If Equipped

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Cav- ity

Cartridge Fuse —

Mini- Fuse 15 Amp Blue

—

10
— 11 * — 12 * — 13 * — 14
—

15

16

—

—

20 Amp Yellow — — — — 10 Amp Red

20 Amp Yellow —

Description

Diagnostic Link Connec- tor (DLC)/Wireless Con- trol Module (WCM)/ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Power Outlet

— — — — AC Heater Control/ Cluster/Security Module - If Equipped Trailer Tow Brake Mod- ule - If Equipped —

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Cav- ity 17

Cartridge Fuse —

18

19

20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27

—

—

— — — — — — — —

Mini- Fuse 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 10 Amp Red — — — — — — — 10 Amp Red

Description

Cluster

Cav- ity 28

Cartridge Fuse —

Selectable Power Outlet

29

—

Stop Lights

— — — — — — — Occupant Restraint Con- troller (ORC)

30

31
32
33
34

—

— — — —

Mini- Fuse 10 Amp Red 5 Amp Orange

10 Amp Red

— — — —

Description

Ignition Run

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) - If Equipped/ Cluster/Electronic Stabil- ity Program (ESP) - If Equipped/Powertrain Control Module (PCM)/ STOP LIGHT Switch Door Modules/Power Mirrors/Steering Control Module (SCM) — — — —

Cav- ity 35

Cartridge Fuse —

36

37

38

—

—

—

Mini- Fuse 5 Amp Orange

20 Amp Yellow

15 Amp Blue 10 Amp Red

39

—

10 Amp Red

Description

Antenna Module - If Equipped/Power Mirrors/Rain Sensor - If Equipped Hands-Free Phone - If Equipped/Video Monitor - If Equipped/Radio Transmission

Analog Clock/Cargo Light/Satellite Receiver (SDARS) Video - If Equipped/Vehicle Infor- mation Module - If Equipped Heated Mirrors - If Equipped

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Cav- ity 40

Cartridge Fuse —

41

—

Mini- Fuse 5 Amp Orange

10 Amp Red

42

43

44

30 Amp Pink 30 Amp Pink 20 Amp Blue

—

—

—

Description

Auto Inside Rearview Mirror - If Equipped/ Heated Seats - If Equipped/Switch Bank AC Heater Control/ Headlights/Park Assist - If Equipped/Tire Pres- sure Monitoring - If Equipped/Occupant Re- straint Controller (ORC) Front Blower Motor

Rear Window Defroster

Amplifier - If Equipped/ Sunroof - If Equipped

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* Cavities 11, 12, and 13 contain self-resetting fuses (circuit breakers) that are only serviceable by an autho- rized dealer. The cluster, the driver seat switch (if equipped), and the memory module (if equipped) are fused by the 25-Amp circuit breaker in Cavity 11. The passenger seat switch (if equipped) is fused by the 25-Amp circuit breaker in Cavity 12. The door modules, the driver power window switch, and the passenger power window switch are fused by the 25-Amp circuit breaker in Cavity 13. If you experience temporary or permanent loss of these systems, see your authorized dealer for service.

VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your battery. • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.

• Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is started again.

REPLACEMENT BULBS

Interior Bulb Number Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . W5W Rear Compartment (Trunk) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 562
Overhead Console Reading Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . 578
Visor Vanity Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A6220
Glove Box Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Door Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 562
Shift Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JKLE14140
Optional Door Map Pocket / Cupholder Lighting . . . . . . . . LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)

NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for replacement instructions. All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement.

Bulb Number Exterior (300 Models) Low Beam Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9006
High Beam Headlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9005
Front Park/Turn Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157
Front Inner Park Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194NA Front Outer Park Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194NA Front Fog Light—If Equipped. . . . . . . . . . . . 9145/H10
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Front Sidemarker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W5W (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Tail/Stop/Turn Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3057
Rear Sidemarker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Backup Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3057

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Center High Mount Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . . . . . LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) License. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

Exterior (300C Models) Bulb Number Low Beam Headlight (Standard Halogen). . . . . 9006XS Low Beam Headlight – High Intensity Discharge (HID) . . . . . . . . . . D1S (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) High Beam Headlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9005
Front Park/Turn Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157AK Front Fog Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9145/H10
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Front Sidemarker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W5W (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Tail/Stop Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3057
Tail Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3057
Turn Signal Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3757A Backup Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3057

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Center High Mount Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . . . . . LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Outside Mirror Turn Signal & Approach Lights . . . . . . . . . . LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W5W

BULB REPLACEMENT

Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, Park/Turn Light, Inner Park Light, and Outer Park Light – 300 Models

1. Open the hood. NOTE: Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlight assem- bly on the driver side of the vehicle. 2. Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise, and then pull it out of the headlight assem- bly.

3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the head- light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.

1 — High Beam Headlight Bulb 2 — Low Beam Headlight Bulb

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3 — Park/Turn Light Bulb

4 — Inner Park Light Bulb 5 — Outer Park Light Bulb

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CAUTION!

WARNING!

Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.

Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and Park/Turn Light – 300C

High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) — If Equipped The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube. High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the headlight switch off and the key removed. Because of this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service.

A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of HID headlights when the headlight switch is turned ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electro- cution if not serviced properly. See your authorized dealer for service.

NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID Headlights, when the headlights are turned on, there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges.

Backup Light, Side Marker Light, and Tail/Stop Turn Light — 300 Models

1. Open the Trunk. 2. Remove two fasteners from the back of the tail light assembly.

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4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the tail light assembly. 5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 6. Disconnect the electrical connector.

3. Pull back the trunk liner.

7. Pull the tail light assembly clear from the vehicle to access the bulbs.

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8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly.

1 — Backup Light Bulb

2 — Side Marker Light Bulb

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9. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail light assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 11. Reinstall the tail light assembly, fasteners, electrical connector, and trunk liner. 12. Close the trunk.

3 — Tail/Stop/Turn Light Bulb

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Tail/Stop, Tail, Turn Signal Light, and Backup Light — 300C Models

1. Open the Trunk. 2. Remove two fasteners from the back of the tail light assembly.

4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the tail light assembly. 5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 6. Disconnect the electrical connector.

3. Pull back the trunk liner.

7. Pull the tail light assembly clear from the vehicle to access the bulbs. Turn bulb sockets counterclockwise to remove. 8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly.

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2 — Tail Light Bulb

1 — Tail/Stop Light Bulb

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3 — Turn Signal Light Bulb

4 — Backup Light Bulb

9. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.

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11. Reinstall the tail light assembly, fasteners, electrical connector, and trunk liner. 12. Close the trunk. License Light

1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb.

1 — License Light Bulb 2 — Socket

4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly. 5. Reattach the light to the rear fascia, and then install the screws.

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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES

Fuel (Approximate) 2.7 Liter Engine 3.5 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive 3.5 Liter Engine with All Wheel Drive 5.7 Liter Engine Engine Oil with Filter 2.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 3.5 Liter Engine (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified)

U.S.

18 Gallons 18 Gallons 19 Gallons 19 Gallons

6.0 Quarts 6.0 Quarts 7.0 Quarts

Metric

68 Liters 68 Liters 72 Liters 72 Liters

5.7 Liters 5.7 Liters 6.6 Liters

Cooling System * 2.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 3.5 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive (MOPAR威 Antifreeze/ Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 3.5 Liter Engine with All Wheel Drive (MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 5.7 Liter Engine without Severe Duty II Cooling System (MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 5.7 Liter Engine with Severe Duty II Cooling System (MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.

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9.9 Quarts

11.1 Quarts

11.4 Quarts

14.7 Quarts

15.1 Quarts

9.4 Liters

10.5 Liters

10.8 Liters

13.9 Liters

14.3 Liters

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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS

Engine Component Engine Coolant

Engine Oil (2.7L Engine)

Engine Oil (3.5L Engine)

Engine Oil (5.7L Engine)

Spark Plugs (2.7L Engine) Spark Plugs (3.5L Engine) Spark Plugs (5.7L Engine)

Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for cor- rect SAE grade. Use API Certified SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for cor- rect SAE grade. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for cor- rect SAE grade. TE10MCC5 (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm]) ZFR5LP–13G (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm]) LZFR5C–11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])

Component Oil Filter (2.7L, 3.5L, and 5.7L En- gines) Fuel Selection (2.7L Engine) Fuel Selection (3.5L and 5.7L En- gines) Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Brake Master Cylinder

Power Steering Reservoir

Front Axle Rear Axle Transfer Case

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Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR威 Engine Oil Filter (P/N 04884899AB) or equivalent

87 Octane 87 Octane Acceptable — 89 Octane Recommended

Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid MOPAR威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom- mended brake fluids. MOPAR威 Power Steering Fluid + 4, MOPAR威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmis- sion Fluid API GL-5 SAE 75W90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent API GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent MOPAR威 (P/N 68049954AA) BW 44–40 Transfer Case Lubricant

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CONTENTS

䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance . . . . . . 474
䡵 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 474

▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . . 476

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EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the emissions control system. These and all other maintenance services in- cluded 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 should also be done anytime a malfunction is suspected. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emis- sions control devices and systems on your vehicle may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any automotive part that has been certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or in the State of Califor- nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.

Information Center

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. On Electronic Vehicle (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis- played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser- vice is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).

NOTE: • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, even if the oil change indicator message is NOT illuminated. • Change your engine oil more often if you drive your • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, which- ever comes first.

vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.

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 other than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Oil Change Required” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center

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(EVIC)” in Section 4 or under “Odometer/Trip Odom- eter” under “Instrument Cluster Descriptions” in Sec- tion 4. At Each Stop for Fuel • Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Engine Oil” under • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if

“Maintenance Procedures” in Section 7.

required.

Once a Month • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals

damage.

as required.

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• Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering, and transmission, and add as needed. • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct

operation.

At Each Oil Change • Change the engine oil filter. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines.

CAUTION!

Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.

Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals.

6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

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12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.

If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Inspect the CV joints. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months. Inspect exhaust system. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months.

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18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 18 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD).

24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.

If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary.

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36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.

If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)

Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.

30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs (2.7L and 5.7L Engines). Inspect the transfer case fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD).

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles

equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.

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42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.

If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary.

❏ Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing.

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❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD).

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60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

Replace the spark plugs (2.7L and 5.7L Engines).

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. ❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the

following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.

❏ Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi,

fleet, or frequent trailer towing — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102,000 miles (170 000 km).

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66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.

If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)

Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary.

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❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 78 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if

equipped) Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.

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90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

Replace the spark plugs (2.7L and 5.7L Engines). Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. † Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Inspect the transfer case fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD).

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.

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❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.

If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary.

❏ Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing.

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102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 102 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

Replace the spark plugs (3.5L Engines). Replace the timing belt (3.5L Engine). Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 months.

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108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.

If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)

Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD). Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.

114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

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❏ ❏ ❏ 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)

Replace the spark plugs (2.7L and 5.7L Engines). Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.

Inspect the CV joints. Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary.

❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. ❏ Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi,

fleet, or frequent trailer towing — All Wheel Drive (AWD).

❏ Replace the accessory drive belt (2.7L/3.5L Engines).

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126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 126 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD).

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132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 138 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if

equipped) Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.

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❏ ❏ 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires.

If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped) Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary.

❏ Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing.

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150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the spark plugs (2.7L and 5.7L Engines). Inspect the transfer case fluid — All Wheel Drive (AWD).

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles

equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.

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† This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty.