Dodge 2004 Durango Owner's Manual page 342

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342 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Failure to perform the required maintenance items
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may result in damage to the vehicle.
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At Each Stop for Fuel
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• Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
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warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
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the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
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racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
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level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
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E • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
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required.
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Once a Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
CAUTION!
• 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 all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect the brake hoses.
• Inspect the CV joints (if equipped) and front suspen-
sion components.
• Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.