MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - EXPORT - GAS - 2.0/2.4L ENGINES (REST OF WORLD)
To help you have the best driving experience possible, the manufacturer has identified the specific vehicle maintenance service intervals that are required to keep your vehicle operating properly and safely.
DaimlerChrysler recommends that these maintenance intervals be performed at your selling dealer. The technicians at your dealership know your vehicle best, and have access to factory trained information, genuine Mopar parts, and specially designed electronic and mechanical tools that can help prevent future costly repairs.
The maintenance intervals shown should be performed as indicated in article.
Note. Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 7,500 miles (12 000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first.
At Each Stop for Fuel
- Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
- Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
Once a Month
- Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
- Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
- 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.
- Check the Manual Transmission fluid level.
| CAUTION | Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. |
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - EXPORT - GAS - 2.0/2.4L ENGINES (EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST)
To help you have the best driving experience possible, the manufacturer has identified the specific vehicle maintenance service intervals that are required to keep your vehicle operating properly and safely.
DaimlerChrysler recommends that these maintenance intervals be performed at your selling dealer. The technicians at your dealership know your vehicle best, and have access to factory trained information, genuine Mopar parts, and specially designed electronic and mechanical tools that can help prevent future costly repairs.
The maintenance intervals shown should be performed as indicated in this article.
Note. Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 7,500 miles (12 000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first.
At Each Stop for Fuel
- Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
- Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
Once a Month
- Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
- Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
- 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.
- Check the Manual Transmission fluid level.
| CAUTION | Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. |
If your vehicle is operated under the Severe Duty conditions listed below change your engine oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months as indicated in the Maintenance Schedule.
- Stop and go driving.
- Driving in dusty conditions.
- Short trips of less than 16 km (10 miles).
- Trailer towing.
- Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
- Off-road or desert operation.
| Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Items | Miles | Kilometers | Or Months |
| Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if using your vehicle under any of the severe duty conditions: Short trips, stop and go driving, dusty or off-road conditions, police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. | 3,000 | 5 000 | 3 |
| Or | Or | Or | |
| Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if your vehicle is NOT operated under any of the conditions listed under Severe Duty. | 7,500 | 12 000 | 12 |
| Rotate Tires | 7,500 | 12 000 | 12 |
| If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. | 15,000 | 24 000 | 12 |
| Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. | 15,000 | 24 000 | 12 |
| Replace the air conditioning filter. | 15,000 | 24 000 | 12 |
| Inspect the CV Joints. Perform the first inspection at 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or 12 months. | 22,500 | 36 000 | 18 |
| Inspect Exhaust System. Perform the first inspection at 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or 12 months. | 22,500 | 36 000 | 18 |
| Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary. | 22,500 | 36 000 | 18 |
| Replace the engine air cleaner filter. | 30,000 | 50 000 | 30 |
| Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more then 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90 F (32 C). | 30,000 | 50 000 | 30 |
| Replace the spark plugs on 2.4L engine. | 30,000 | 50 000 | 30 |
| Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension on 2.4L engines. | 30,000 | 50 000 | 30 |
| Inspect the generator belt on 2.4L engines, replace if necessary. | 30,000 | 50 000 | 30 |
| Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more then 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). | 45,000 | 72 000 | 36 |
| Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. | 60,000 | 100 000 | 60 |
| Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more then 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). | 60,000 | 100 000 | 60 |
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. | 90,000 | 150 000 | 90 |
| Flush and replace the engine coolant. | 102,000 | 170 000 | 60 |
| Replace the spark plugs on 2.7L engine. | 102,000 | 170 000 | 102 |
| Replace the generator belt on 2.4L engine. | 102,000 | 170 000 | 102 |
| Replace the timing belt on 2.4L engine. | 102,000 | 170 000 | 102 |
| Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter. | 120,000 | 200 000 | 120 |
| Replace Accessory Drive Belt(s) on 2.4L World and 2.7L engines. | 120,000 | 200 000 | 120 |
REQUIRED MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
| 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 right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. |
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - EXPORT - GAS - 2.7L ENGINES
To help you have the best driving experience possible, the manufacturer has identified the specific vehicle maintenance service intervals that are required to keep your vehicle operating properly and safely.
DaimlerChrysler recommends that these maintenance intervals be performed at your selling dealer. The technicians at your dealership know your vehicle best, and have access to factory trained information, genuine Mopar parts, and specially designed electronic and mechanical tools that can help prevent future costly repairs.
The maintenance intervals shown should be performed as indicated in this article.
Note. Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 7,500 miles (12 000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first.
At Each Stop for Fuel
- Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
- Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
Once a Month
- Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
- Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
- 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.
- Check the Manual Transmission fluid level.
| CAUTION | Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. |
If your vehicle is operated under the Severe Duty conditions listed below change your engine oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months as indicated in the Maintenance Schedule.
- Stop and go driving.
- Driving in dusty conditions.
- Short trips of less than 16 km (10 miles).
- Trailer towing.
- Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
- Off-road or desert operation.
| Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Items | Miles | Kilometers | Or Months |
| Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if using your vehicle under any of the severe duty conditions: Short trips, stop and go driving, dusty or off-road conditions, police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. | 3,000 | 5 000 | 3 |
| Or | Or | Or | |
| Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if your vehicle is NOT operated under any of the conditions listed under Severe Duty. | 7,500 | 12 000 | 6 |
| Rotate Tires. | 7,500 | 12 000 | 12 |
| If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. | 15,000 | 24 000 | 12 |
| Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. | 15,000 | 24 000 | 12 |
| Replace the air conditioning filter. | 15,000 | 24 000 | 12 |
| Inspect the CV Joints. Perform the first inspection at 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or 12 months. | 22,500 | 36 000 | 18 |
| Inspect Exhaust System. Perform the first inspection at 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or 12 months. | 22,500 | 36 000 | 18 |
| Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary. | 22,500 | 36 000 | 18 |
| Replace the engine air cleaner filter. | 30,000 | 50 000 | 30 |
| Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more then 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). | 30,000 | 50 000 | 30 |
| Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more then 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). | 45,000 | 72 000 | 36 |
| Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. | 60,000 | 100 000 | 60 |
| Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more then 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). | 60,000 | 100 000 | 60 |
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. | 90,000 | 150 000 | 90 |
| Flush and replace the engine coolant. | 102,000 | 170 000 | 60 |
| Replace the spark plugs on 2.7L engine. | 102,000 | 170 000 | 102 |
| Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter. | 120,000 | 200 000 | 120 |
| Replace Accessory Drive Belt(s) on 2.7L engines. | 120,000 | 200 000 | 120 |
REQUIRED MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
| 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 right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. |
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR - RESET
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The "Oil Change Required" message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. 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 you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the Menu button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled maintenance) perform the following procedure
- Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position (Do not start the engine).
- Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds.
- Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" 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.
| CAUTION | Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. |
At Each Stop for Fuel
- Check the engine oil level and add as required.
- Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
Once a Month
- Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
- Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
- Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering, and transaxle, and add as needed.
- Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation.
At Each Oil Change
- Replace the engine oil filter at each oil change.
- Inspect the exhaust system.
- Inspect brake linings, hoses, and calipers.
- Inspect the CV joints and suspension components.
- Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
- Inspect engine accessory drive belt(s).
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
| Kilometers | 15 000 km | 30 000 km | 45 000 km | 60 000 km | 75 000 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Change engine oil and engine oil filter. | X < | X < | X < | X < | X < |
| Change manual transaxle fluid. | X | ||||
| Rotate tires. | X | X | X | X | X |
| Replace engine air cleaner filter. | X | ||||
| Replace fuel filter. | X | ||||
| Inspect the brake linings. | X | X | X | X | X |
| Inspect accessory drive belt, replace if necessary. | X | ||||
| Replace air conditioning air filter (if equipped), if not replaced at 12 months. | X | X | X | X | X |
| Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months or (165 000 km), whichever comes first. |
| Kilometers | 90 000 km | 105 000 km | 120 000 km | 135 000 km | 150 000 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Change engine oil and engine oil filter. | X < | X < | X < | X < | X < |
| Change manual transaxle Fluid. | X | ||||
| Rotate tires. | X | X | X | X | X |
| Replace engine air cleaner filter. | X | X | |||
| Replace fuel filter. | X | X | |||
| Inspect the brake linings. | X | X | X | X | X |
| Replace timing belt and timing belt tensioner. | X | ||||
| Inspect accessory drive belt, replace if necessary. | X | X | X | ||
| Replace air conditioning air filter (if equipped), if not replaced at 12 months. | X | X | X | X | X |
| Kilometers | 165 000 km | 180 000 km | 195 000 km | 210 000 km | 225 000 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Change engine oil and engine oil filter. | X < | X < | X < | X < | X < |
| Change manual transaxle fluid. | X | ||||
| Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 months. | X | ||||
| Rotate tires. | X | X | X | X | X |
| Replace engine air cleaner filter. | X | X | |||
| Replace fuel filter. | X | X | |||
| Inspect the brake linings. | X | X | X | X | X |
| Inspect accessory drive belt, replace if necessary. | X | X | |||
| Replace air conditioning air filter (if equipped), if not replaced at 12 months. | X | X | X | X | X |
<-- Performing the engine oil change indicator system reset procedure described above. This allows for a 15 000 km service interval for engine oil and filter changes. The oil change indicator system allows for up to a 30 000 km service interval for engine oil and filter changes when your vehicle is serviced by your authorized dealer.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - NAFTA - KOREAN GAS
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles ?Oil Change Required? will be displayed 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 service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 mi (805 km).
Note. The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil if it has been 6 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 vehicle off-road for an extended period of time. Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 mi (10 000 km) or six months, whichever comes first.
Your dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If this scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under ?Oil Change Required? in ?Use Factory Settings? or under ?Odometer/Trip Odometer? in the ?Instrument Cluster Descriptions in the owner's manual.
At Each Stop for Fuel
- Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
- Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
Once a Month
- Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
- Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
- Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, 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.
- Check the Manual Transmission fluid level.
| CAUTION | Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. |
Required Maintenance Intervals
| Maintenance Items | Perform Maintenance Every (Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Miles | Kilometers | Or Months | |
| Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. | 6,000 | 10 000 | 6 |
| Rotate Tires. | 6,000 | 10 000 | 6 |
| If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. | 12,000 | 20 000 | 12 |
| Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. | 12,000 | 20 000 | 12 |
| Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. | 18,000 | 30 000 | 18 |
| Inspect Exhaust System. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 mi (20 000 km) or 12 months. | 24,000 | 40 000 | 24 |
| Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary. | 24,000 | 40 000 | 24 |
| Replace the engine air cleaner filter. | 30,000 | 50 000 | 30 |
| Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more then 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90?F (32?C). | 30,000 | 50 000 | 30 |
| Inspect the transfer case fluid. | 30,000 | 50 000 | 30 |
| Replace the spark plugs (3.7L). | 30,000 | 50 000 | 30 |
| Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. | 60,000 | 100 000 | 60 |
| Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. | 60,000 | 100 000 | 60 |
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. | 90,000 | 150 000 | 90 |
| Flush and replace the engine coolant. | 102,000 | 170 000 | 60 |
| Replace the spark plugs on (4.0L). | 102,000 | 170 000 | 102 |
| Replace the timing belt on (4.0L). | 102,000 | 170 000 | 102 |
| Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. | 120,000 | 200 000 | 120 |
| Replace Accessory Drive Belt(s) on (3.7L and 4.0L). | 120,000 | 200 000 | 120 |
| 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 right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. |