MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Drive Shaft Universal Joints
HoodLatch
Your vehicle has four constant velocity universal joints.
Periodiclubricationofthesejointsisnotrequired.How-
ever, the joint boots should be inspected for external
leakage or damage when other maintenance is per-
formed.
When performing other under hood services, the hood
latch release mechanism and safety catch should be
inspected,cleaned,andlubricated.
It is important to maintain proper lubrication to insure
that the hood mechanisms work properly and safely.
Multi-Purpose Lubricant, NLGI Grade 2, should be ap-
pliedsparinglytoallpivotandslidingcontactareas.
If leakage or damage is evident, replace the universal
jointbootandgreaseimmediately.
Continuedoperationcouldresultinfailureoftheuniver-
sal joint due to water and dirt contamination of the
grease.Thiswouldrequirecompletereplacementofthe
jointassembly.
ExternalLockCylinders
Lubricatetheexternallockcylinderstwiceayear,prefer-
ably in the fall and spring. Apply a small amount of
lubricant, such as Mopar Lock Cylinder Lubricant, di-
rectly into the lock cylinder (avoid excess lubricant).
Insertthekeyintothelockcylinderandrotatefromthe
unlocked to the locked position; without adding more
lubricant.Repeatthisprocedurethreeorfourtimes.Wipe
all the lubricant off the key with a clean cloth, to avoid
soilingclothing.
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Body Lubrication
Body and other operating mechanisms and linkages
shouldbeinspected,cleaned,andlubricated,asrequired,
tomaintaineaseofoperationandtoprovideprotection
againstrustandwear.
Before the application of any lubricant, the parts con-
cerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit;
afterlubricating,excessoilorgreaseshouldberemoved.
If you use a lubricant that cannot be dispensed directly
into the lock cylinder, apply a small amount of the
lubricanttothekey.Insertthekeyintothelockcylinder,
| Categories | Chrysler 300 Manuals, Chrysler Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2004 |
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