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  • Page 1 Grand Cherokee 2 0 1 4 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L D I E S E L S U P P L E M E N T...
  • Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or the name Chrysler Canada Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC ..4...
  • Page 6 4 INTRODUCTION A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Your vehicle’s Powertrain Control Systems can detect and store information about vehicle modifications that Chrysler Group LLC welcome you as a turbocharged increase horsepower and torque output such as whether diesel-powered vehicle owner. Your diesel vehicle will or not performance-enhancing powertrain components, sound, feel, drive, and operate differently from a commonly referred to as downloaders, power boxes, or...

  • Page 7: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM ....6 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ..7 ▫ How To Use Remote Start ....6...
  • Page 8 6 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM How To Use Remote Start This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry All of the following conditions must be met before the (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- engine will remote start: niently from outside the vehicle while still •...
  • Page 9 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 7 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! The diesel engine does not require a break-in period due • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or to its construction. Normal operation is allowed, provid- confined area.
  • Page 10 8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Light duty operation such as light trailer towing or no load operation will extend the time before the engine is at full efficiency. Reduced fuel economy and power may be seen at this time. The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant.

  • Page 11: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC Displays ......22 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....10 ▫...

  • Page 12: Instrument Cluster

    10 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 13: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 11 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 1. Tachometer This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and (RPM x 1000).
  • Page 14 12 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. High Beam Indicator NOTE: If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. Indicates that headlights are on high beam. 8. Speedometer 5. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped Indicates vehicle speed.
  • Page 15 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13 does not come on when turning the key from OFF to WARNING! ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced Certain conditions, poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal the light after engine start.
  • Page 16 14 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Temperature Gauge CAUTION! (Continued) The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- remains on the “H” and you hear continuous chimes, ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that turn the engine off immediately and call an autho- the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
  • Page 17 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15 13. Brake Warning Light booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop. This light monitors various brake functions, The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- including brake fluid level and parking brake ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic application.
  • Page 18 16 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is necessary. unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer. WARNING! The light also will turn on when the parking brake is Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is...
  • Page 19 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17 pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you...
  • Page 20 18 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the 16. Odometer Display /Electronic Vehicle Information TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the Center (EVIC) Display TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more Odometer Display tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS...
  • Page 21 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 19 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display When the appropriate conditions exist, this display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- messages. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Cen- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the ter”...
  • Page 22 20 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL air bag system immediately. Refer to “Occupant Re- 21. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ straints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Ve- Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped hicle” in your Owner Manual on the DVD for further The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator information.

  • Page 23: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21 NOTE: ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/ The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- Malfunction Indicator Light” come on momentarily each tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the time the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN.

  • Page 24: Evic Displays

    22 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Exhaust System – Filter XX% Full Service Required See This system conveniently allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches Dealer mounted on the steering wheel. • Exhaust System – Regeneration In Process Exhaust Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center –...
  • Page 25 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23 EVIC Amber Telltales initiate start until telltale is out. Refer to “Starting Proce- dures” in “Starting and Operating” for further information. This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- tales. These telltales include: NOTE: The “Wait To Start” telltale may not illuminate if the intake manifold temperature is warm enough.
  • Page 26 24 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Will Not Restart in XXXX mi DEF Low Refill Chimes will also accompany the 75, 50 and 25 mile Soon – This message will display when DEF driving remaining distances. The DEF Low telltale will be on range is less than 500 miles, DEF fluid top off is continuously until DEF fluid is topped off.
  • Page 27 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25 When the DEF system needs to be serviced the following If not corrected in 50 miles, vehicle will enter the warnings will display: Engine Will not restart in XXX mi Service DEF See dealer warning stage and message. •...

  • Page 28: Features)

    26 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Will Not Restart Service DEF System See chime. Your Malfunction Indicator Light will be con- Dealer — This message will display if DEF system tinuously illuminated. If the message appears and you issue detected is not serviced during the allowed can not start the engine, we recommend you have your period.
  • Page 29 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 27 • Trans Temperature Displays the actual transmission sump temperature. • Tire Pressure Monitor System Displays the actual tire pressure...

  • Page 31: Starting And Operating

    STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Stopping The Engine ....37 STARTING PROCEDURES ....31 ▫...
  • Page 32 30 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage ....50 ADDING FUEL ......46 ▫...

  • Page 33: Starting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 31 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, both inside leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Enter-N-Go™ ACC or RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the The starter is allowed to crank for up to 30-second vehicle.

  • Page 34: Automatic Transmission

    32 STARTING AND OPERATING cord. Its use is recommended for environments that rou- CAUTION! (Continued) tinely fall below -10°F. It should be used when the vehicle • If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, has not been running overnight or longer periods and DO NOT START engine before you drain the water should be plugged in two hours prior to start.

  • Page 35: Normal Starting Procedure - Keyless Enter-N-Go

    STARTING AND OPERATING 33 Normal Starting Procedure – Keyless Enter-N-Go™ CAUTION! Observe the instrument panel cluster lights when starting If the “Water in Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO the engine. NOT START the engine before you drain the water NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm from the fuel filters to avoid engine damage.

  • Page 36: Starting Fluids

    34 STARTING AND OPERATING Starting Fluids WARNING! (Continued) The engine is equipped with a glow plug preheating • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with system. If the instructions in this manual are followed, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to the engine should start in all conditions and no type of be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a starting fluid should be used.

  • Page 37: Normal Operation

    STARTING AND OPERATING 35 NORMAL OPERATION Cold Weather Precautions Observe the following when the diesel engine is operat- Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F (0°C) may ing. require special considerations. The following charts sug- gest these options: • All message center lights are off. Fuel Operating Range •...

  • Page 38: Engine Idling

    36 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Engine Oil Usage • Use of Climatized Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel or Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for the correct engine oil viscosity. Number 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel results in a noticeable decrease in fuel economy.

  • Page 39: Stopping The Engine

    STARTING AND OPERATING 37 completely. Incomplete combustion allows carbon and Idle Time Turbo- varnish to form on piston rings, cylinder head valves, (min.) Driving charger and injector nozzles. Also, the unburned fuel can enter Load Before Condition Tempera- the crankcase, diluting the oil and causing rapid wear to Engine ture the engine.

  • Page 40: Cooling System Tips - Automatic Transmission

    38 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Under certain conditions the engine fan will run Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil after the engine is turned off. These conditions are under Pressure high load and high temperature conditions. If the low oil pressure warning light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut down the engine as soon as Cooling System Tips –...

  • Page 41: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 39 Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed Parts ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED All engine failures give some warning before the parts The engine block heater warms engine coolant and fail. Be on the alert for changes in performance, sounds, permits quicker starts in cold weather.

  • Page 42: Fuel Requirements

    40 STARTING AND OPERATING good performance. If the vehicle is exposed to extreme WARNING! cold (below 20°F or -7°C), or is required to operate at colder-than-normal conditions for prolonged periods, Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. use climatized No. 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2 diesel Damage to the 110–115 Volt electrical cord could fuel with 50% No.

  • Page 43: Fuel Specifications

    STARTING AND OPERATING 41 fuel conditioners should not be required in your vehicle. climatized diesel fuels. Experience has shown that it also If available in your area, a high cetane “premium” diesel operates on No. 1 Ultra Low Sulfur diesel fuels or other fuel may offer improved cold-starting and warm-up fuels within specification.

  • Page 44: Biodiesel Fuel Requirements

    42 STARTING AND OPERATING Biodiesel Fuel Requirements Oil Change requirements for vehicles operating on bio- diesel blends greater than 5% but not greater than 20% A maximum blend of 5% biodiesel meeting ASTM speci- (B6–B20) will result in premature engine wear. Such wear fication D975 is recommended for use with your diesel is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 45 STARTING AND OPERATING 43 Biodiesel Fuel Properties – Low Ambient Fuel Oxidation Stability – Must Use Fuel Within Temperatures Six Months Of Manufacture Biodiesel fuel may gel or solidify at low ambient tem- Biodiesel fuel has poor oxidation stability which can peratures, which may pose problems for both storage and result in long term storage problems.
  • Page 46 44 STARTING AND OPERATING To ensure this limit is met your oil change interval must NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- be maintained with in the suggested schedule. The vals exceed 8,000 miles (12 875 km) or 6 months, if regular use of biofuels greater than 5% and less than 20% regular operation occurs with greater than 5% and less require intervals shorter than the outlined 10,000 miles...

  • Page 47: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    STARTING AND OPERATING 45 DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID System Overview Your vehicle is equipped with a Selective Catalytic This vehicle is equipped with a Diesel Exhaust Fluid Reduction system in order to meet the very stringent (DEF) injection system and a Selective Catalytic Reduc- diesel emissions standards required by the Environmen- tion (SCR) catalyst to meet the emission requirements.

  • Page 48: Adding Fuel

    46 STARTING AND OPERATING The DEF injection system and SCR catalyst enable the ADDING FUEL achievement of diesel emissions requirements; while 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located under maintaining outstanding fuel economy, drivability, the headlamp switch). torque and power ratings. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”...
  • Page 49 STARTING AND OPERATING 47 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the filler pipe seals the system. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing.
  • Page 50 48 STARTING AND OPERATING Emergency Fuel Can Refueling 2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel nozzle. Most fuel cans will not open the flapper door. A funnel is provided to open the flapper door to allow emergency refueling with a fuel can.

  • Page 51: Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel

    STARTING AND OPERATING 49 5. Remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior to WARNING! (Continued) putting back in the spare tire kit. • A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be CAUTION! burned.

  • Page 52: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage

    50 STARTING AND OPERATING form “slime” that will clog fuel filters and lines. Drain Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage condensation from the supply tank and change the line Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is considered a very stable filter on a regular basis. product with a long shelf life.

  • Page 53: Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    STARTING AND OPERATING 51 Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid 1. Remove cap from DEF fill inlet (located in fuel door). The DEF gauge (located on the Electronic Vehicle Infor- mation Center (EVIC) display) will display the level of DEF remaining in the tank. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”...
  • Page 54 52 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Stop filling the DEF tank immediately when any of the CAUTION! following happen: DEF stops flowing from the fill • To avoid DEF spillage, and possible damage to bottle into the DEF fill inlet, DEF splashes out the fill inlet, or a DEF pump nozzle automatically shuts off.

  • Page 55: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance-Free Batteries ....67 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL ..54 ▫ Cooling System ..... . .68 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .

  • Page 56: Engine Compartment - 3.0L Diesel

    54 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL 1 — Remote Jump Start Location 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 —...

  • Page 57: Maintenance Procedures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 55 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.

  • Page 58: Engine Oil

    56 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recom- mends engine oils that meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-11106, and that are approved to Fiat 9.55535-S1 or Fiat 9.55535-S3 and ACEA C3.
  • Page 59 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 57 mark. The total capacity from the MIN mark to the MAX Change Engine Oil mark is 1.7 qts (1.6L). Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. CAUTION! Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure.
  • Page 60 58 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Only use SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Low Ash engine oil such Engine Oil Filter as MOPAR, Pennzoil® or Shell Helix® which is recom- Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in mended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil “Maintaining Your Vehicle”...

  • Page 61: Engine Air Cleaner Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Engine Air Cleaner Filter WARNING! (Continued) Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner, maintenance intervals. hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury. CAUTION! All air entering the engine intake must be filtered.

  • Page 62: Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter

    60 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter The fuel filter/water separator housing is located on the left side of the vehicle in front of the fuel tank. The best access to this water drain valve is from under the vehicle. CAUTION! •...
  • Page 63 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 61 NOTE: Care should be taken in disposing of used fluids CAUTION! from your vehicle. Used fluids, indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the environment. Contact an If the “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” remains on, DO authorized dealer, service station, or government agency NOT START the engine before you drain water from for advice on recycling programs and for where used fluids...

  • Page 64: Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement

    62 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement NOTE: Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manu- facturer’s filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel system life and reliability. CAUTION! • Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving surfaces. Drain the filter into an appropriate container.

  • Page 65: Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 63 3. Open the water drain valve, and let any accumulated Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel water drain. WARNING! 4. Close the water drain valve. Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the 5.
  • Page 66 64 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! The starter motor will engage for approximately 30 Due to lack of lubricants in alcohol or gasoline, the seconds at a time. Allow two minutes between the use of these fuels can cause damage to the fuel cranking intervals.

  • Page 67: Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Evic Message Process Flow

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Intervention Regeneration Strategy – EVIC WARNING! Message Process Flow A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over This engine meets all required EPA diesel engine emis- materials that can burn. Such materials might be sions standards.
  • Page 68 66 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System – Regeneration Required Now Exhaust System – Regeneration In Process Exhaust Filter XX% Full Exhaust Filter XX% Full Safely Drive at Highway Speeds to Remedy will be displayed on the Electronic Vehicle Indicates that the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is self- Information Center (EVIC) if the exhaust particulate filter cleaning.

  • Page 69: Maintenance-Free Batteries

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Maintenance-Free Batteries CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. See your authorized dealer, as damage to the exhaust The top of the maintenance-free battery is permanently system could occur soon with continued operation. sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic maintenance required.

  • Page 70: Cooling System

    68 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Coolant Checks WARNING! Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con- 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where tain lead and lead compounds. Always wash hands applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or after handling the battery.
  • Page 71 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 69 engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock. CAUTION! The radiator drain cock is located in the lower radiator • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than tank. If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (antifreeze) will begin to drain from the coolant expan- specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- sion bottle.
  • Page 72 70 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conforming to CAUTION! (Continued) MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-...
  • Page 73 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 71 (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. engine cooling system.
  • Page 74 72 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor- ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator. a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal If an examination of your engine compartment shows no rules for your community.

  • Page 75: Charge Air Cooler - Inter-Cooler

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 73 • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a Charge Air Cooler – Inter-Cooler minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS- The charge air cooler is positioned in front of the radiator 12106) and distilled water for proper corrosion protec- and the air conditioner condenser.

  • Page 76: Brake System

    74 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake System Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. Brake Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked WARNING! when performing under the hood service, or immedi- •...
  • Page 77 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 75 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing been in a tightly closed container.

  • Page 78: Fluid Capacities

    76 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 3.0L Diesel Engine 24.6 Gallons 93.1 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.0 Liter Diesel Engine 8 Quarts 7.7 Liters (SAE 5W-30 Synthetic, API Certified Low Ash) Cooling System 3.0L Turbo Diesel Engine 12 Quarts 11.4 Liters (MOPAR®...

  • Page 79: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 77 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil We recommend you use ACEA C3 5W-30 engine oil meeting Chrysler material standard MS-11106 or Penzoil Ultra Euro L full sythetic 5W-30 motor oil Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR®...
  • Page 80 78 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Fuel Selection Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle. Federal law requires that you must fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (500 ppm Sulfur maximum) to avoid damage to the emissions control system.

  • Page 81: Chassis

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission We recommend you only use Mopar® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmis- sion Fluid. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case –...
  • Page 82 80 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Power Steering Reservoir –...

  • Page 83: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CONTENTS ▫ MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....82 B6 To B20 Biodiesel .....86 ▫...
  • Page 84 82 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change scheduled oil change is performed by someone other indicator system.
  • Page 85 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 83 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By master cylinder, power steering and transmission as Oil Change Indicator System: needed • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as •...
  • Page 86 84 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Chart – Diesel Fuel Up To B5 Biodiesel Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 1 Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary.
  • Page 87 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 85 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 1 Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace fuel filters and drain water from the fuel filter assembly. Replace engine air filter. Replace the air conditioning filter. Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
  • Page 88 86 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – B6 To B20 Biodiesel WARNING! NOTE: • You can be badly injured working on or around a • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you exceed 8,000 miles (12 875 km) or six months, which- have the knowledge and the right equipment.
  • Page 89 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 87 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By master cylinder, power steering and transmission as Oil Change Indicator System: needed • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as •...
  • Page 90 88 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Chart – B6 to B20 Biodiesel Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 1 Or Kilometers: Additional B6 to B20 Maintenance Replace fuel filters and drain water from the fuel filter assembly.
  • Page 91 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 89 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only 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 me- chanic.

  • Page 93: Index

    INDEX...
  • Page 94 92 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... . .70 Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...76 Adding Fuel......46 Capacities, Fluid.
  • Page 95 INDEX 93 Diesel Fuel Requirements ....40 Filters Bulk Storage of ......49 Air Cleaner .
  • Page 96 94 INDEX Specifications ......41 Brake Warning ......15 Tank Capacity .
  • Page 97 INDEX 95 Oil, Engine.......56 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)....20 Capacity .
  • Page 98 96 INDEX Viscosity, Engine Oil ......57 Voltmeter....... .35 Water Separator, Diesel Fuel .
  • Page 99 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into The antenna cable should be as short as practical this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity and routed away from the vehicle wiring when pos- to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios sible.
  • Page 100 Chrysler Group LLC 14WK741-226-AB Second Edition Printed in U.S.A.

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