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Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications: Removal & Installation Dodge Neon II

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (CONCORDE, INTREPID & 300M)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)15,000
Automatic Transaxle Fluid & Filter
Normal Service(2)(3)
Severe Service(2)48,000
Camshaft Timing Belt
Normal Service
Calif.84105,000
Except Calif.(2)100,000
Severe Service
Calif.(2)100,000
Except Calif.(2)105,000
Coolant
Normal Service60100,000
Severe Service(2)100,000
Differential Fluid
Normal Service(2)(3)
Severe Service(2)48,000
Drive Belts
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
Engine Oil & Oil Filter
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(2)3000
PCV Valve (4)
Normal Service (5)4860,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Power Steering Fluid(2)(6)
Spark Plugs
Normal Service(2)100,000
Severe Service(2)100,000
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (2) Monthly interval does not apply. (3) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. (4) Inspect and replace as necessary. (5) Inspect every 30,000 miles after first scheduled interval if not previously replaced at scheduled interval listed. (6) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Under severe service, change fluid every 30,000 miles.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2)Monthly interval does not apply.
(3)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
(4)Inspect and replace as necessary.
(5)Inspect every 30,000 miles after first scheduled interval if not previously replaced at scheduled interval listed.
(6)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Under severe service, change fluid every 30,000 miles.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (CONCORDE, INTREPID & 300M) (1)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (NEON)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)(3) 15,000
Automatic Transaxle Fluid & Filter
Normal Service(4)(4)
Severe Service (5)(2)48,000
Camshaft Timing Belt
Normal Service84105,000
Severe Service(2)105,000
Coolant
Normal Service60100,000
Severe Service(2)100,000
Drive Belts
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
Engine Oil & Oil Filter
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(2)3000
Manual Transaxle Fluid(4)(4)
PCV Valve (6)
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service (7)(2)30,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (2) Monthly interval does not apply. (3) Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection. (4) Service interval is not available from manufacturer. (5) In addition, adjust bands. (6) Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary. (7) Inspect every 30,000 miles after first scheduled interval if not previously replaced at scheduled interval listed.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2)Monthly interval does not apply.
(3)Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection.
(4)Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
(5)In addition, adjust bands.
(6)Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary.
(7)Inspect every 30,000 miles after first scheduled interval if not previously replaced at scheduled interval listed.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (NEON) (1)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (PROWLER)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service(2)(2)
Severe Service(3)(4)
Automatic Transaxle Fluid & Filter
Normal Service(5)(5)
Severe Service(3)48,000
Camshaft Timing Belt
Normal Service(3)(6)
Severe Service(3)(6)
Coolant
Normal Service60100,000
Severe Service(3)100,000
Differential Fluid
Normal Service(5)(5)
Severe Service(3)15,000
Drive Belts
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(3)60,000
Engine Oil & Oil Filter
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(3)3000
PCV Valve (7)
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service (8)(3)30,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service(3)30,000
Severe Service(3)30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service(3)(3)
Severe Service(3)(3)
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (2) Inspect air filter every 6 months or 7500 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 24 months of 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection. (3) Monthly interval does not apply. (4) Inspect air filter every 3000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 15,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection. (5) Service interval is not available from manufacturer. (6) On vehicles equipped with Federal emissions package, replace at 100,000 miles. On vehicles equipped with California emissions package, replace at 105,000 miles. Refer to underhood vehicle emission control label for application. (7) Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary. (8) Inspect every 30,000 miles after first scheduled interval if not previously replaced at scheduled interval listed.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2)Inspect air filter every 6 months or 7500 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 24 months of 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection.
(3)Monthly interval does not apply.
(4)Inspect air filter every 3000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 15,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection.
(5)Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
(6)On vehicles equipped with Federal emissions package, replace at 100,000 miles. On vehicles equipped with California emissions package, replace at 105,000 miles. Refer to underhood vehicle emission control label for application.
(7)Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary.
(8)Inspect every 30,000 miles after first scheduled interval if not previously replaced at scheduled interval listed.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (PROWLER) (1)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (PT CRUISER)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)(3) 15,000
Automatic Transaxle Fluid & Filter
Normal Service(4)(4)
Severe Service(2)48,000
Camshaft Timing Belt
Normal Service96120,000
Severe Service(2)120,000
Coolant
Normal Service60100,000
Severe Service(2)100,000
Drive Belts (5)
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
Engine Oil & Oil Filter
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(2)3000
PCV Valve (6)
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (2) Monthly interval does not apply. (3) Recommended service interval. Not required to maintain emissions warranty. Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles. Replace if necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless replaced at previous service interval. (4) Service interval is not available from manufacturer. (5) Inspect and replace, if necessary. (6) Check and replace if necessary. Service is not required to maintain emissions warranty.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2)Monthly interval does not apply.
(3)Recommended service interval. Not required to maintain emissions warranty. Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles. Replace if necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless replaced at previous service interval.
(4)Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
(5)Inspect and replace, if necessary.
(6)Check and replace if necessary. Service is not required to maintain emissions warranty.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (PT CRUISER) (1)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, SEBRING SEDAN & STRATUS SEDAN)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)(3) 15,000
Automatic Transaxle Fluid & Filter
Normal Service(4)(4)
Severe Service(2)48,000
Camshaft Timing Belt (2.4L Only)
Normal Service84105,000
Severe Service(2)90,000
Coolant
Normal Service60100,000
Severe Service60100,000
Drive Belts
Normal Service84105,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
Engine Oil & Oil Filter
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(2)3000
PCV Valve (5)
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Spark Plugs
2.4L
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
2.7L
Normal Service80100,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
Spark Plug Wires (2.4L Only)
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
2.7L
Normal Service80100,000
Severe Service(4)(4)
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (2) Monthly interval does not apply. (3) Recommended service interval. Not required to maintain emissions warranty. Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles. Replace if necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless replaced at previous service interval. (4) Service interval is not available from manufacturer. (5) Check and replace if necessary. Service not required to maintain emissions warranty.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2)Monthly interval does not apply.
(3)Recommended service interval. Not required to maintain emissions warranty. Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles. Replace if necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless replaced at previous service interval.
(4)Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
(5)Check and replace if necessary. Service not required to maintain emissions warranty.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, SEBRING SEDAN & STRATUS SEDAN) (1)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (SEBRING COUPE & STRATUS COUPE)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service(2)30,000
Severe Service (3)(2)15,000
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (4)
Normal Service(5)(5)
Severe Service(2)30,000
Camshaft Timing Belt(2)(6) (7) 60,000
Coolant(8)(8)
Distributor Cap & Rotor6060,000
Engine Oil
Normal Service127500
Severe Service (9)33000
Engine Oil Filter
Normal Service(10) 1215,000
Severe Service (9)66000
Spark Plugs
Except Platinum
Normal Service(2)30,000
Severe Service (11)(2)15,000
Platinum
Normal Service(2)100,000
Severe Service (11)(2)15,000
Spark Plug Wires6060,000
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. (2) Monthly interval does not apply. (3) Severe service is defined as driving in dusty conditions or sandy areas. (4) Severe service is defined as trailer towing, police, taxi or commercial operation, more than 50% operation in heavy city traffic, driving at sustained high speeds during hot weather greater than 90°F (32°C), or driving off-road. (5) Service interval is not available from manufacturer. (6) For California, Massachusetts and Connecticut, this service is recommended but not required. (7) Replace belt at 100,000 miles if not replaced at 60,000 miles. (8) Initial coolant change should be performed at 48 months or 60,000 miles, then every 24 months or 30,000 miles. (9) Severe service is defined as driving in dusty conditions, trailer towing, police, taxi or commercial operation, extensive idling or driving in stop and go traffic, short trip driving at freezing temperatures or sustained high speed driving during hot weather greater than 90°F (32°C). (10) If mileage is less than 7500 miles each year, replace oil filter at each oil change. (11) Severe service is defined as trailer towing, police, taxi or commercial operation, or short trip operation at freezing temperatures.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service.
(2)Monthly interval does not apply.
(3)Severe service is defined as driving in dusty conditions or sandy areas.
(4)Severe service is defined as trailer towing, police, taxi or commercial operation, more than 50% operation in heavy city traffic, driving at sustained high speeds during hot weather greater than 90°F (32°C), or driving off-road.
(5)Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
(6)For California, Massachusetts and Connecticut, this service is recommended but not required.
(7)Replace belt at 100,000 miles if not replaced at 60,000 miles.
(8)Initial coolant change should be performed at 48 months or 60,000 miles, then every 24 months or 30,000 miles.
(9)Severe service is defined as driving in dusty conditions, trailer towing, police, taxi or commercial operation, extensive idling or driving in stop and go traffic, short trip driving at freezing temperatures or sustained high speed driving during hot weather greater than 90°F (32°C).
(10)If mileage is less than 7500 miles each year, replace oil filter at each oil change.
(11)Severe service is defined as trailer towing, police, taxi or commercial operation, or short trip operation at freezing temperatures.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (SEBRING COUPE & STRATUS COUPE) (1)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (VIPER)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)15,000
Automatic Transaxle Fluid & Filter
Normal Service(2)(3)
Severe Service(2)21,000
Coolant
Normal Service36(4)
Severe Service(2)51,000
Drive Belts
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
Engine Oil & Oil Filter
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(2)3000
PCV Orifice (5)
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Power Steering Fluid(2)(6)
Spark Plugs
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)21,000
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (2) Monthly interval does not apply. (3) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. (4) Mileage interval does not apply. (5) Inspect and replace as necessary. (6) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Under severe service, change fluid every 30,000 miles.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2)Monthly interval does not apply.
(3)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
(4)Mileage interval does not apply.
(5)Inspect and replace as necessary.
(6)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Under severe service, change fluid every 30,000 miles.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (VIPER) (1)