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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Refer to the “Main ten ance Schedule” in this manual for
the recom mended air condition ing filter rep lacem ent
intervals.
surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu ine
Parts” in this section for the correct fluid typ e.
Front & Rear Suspension Ball Joints
The suspension ball joints shou ld be insp ected for exter-
nal leakage or damage when other maintenance is per-
form ed.
Power Steering — Fluid Check
Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined
service interval is not requ ired . The fluid shou ld only be
checked if a leak is suspected , abnorm al noises are
apparent, and / or the system is not functioning as antici-
pated . Coord inate insp ection efforts throu gh a certified
Daim lerChrysler Dealership .
Steering Linkage
The tie rod end ball joints shou ld be insp ected for
external leakage or damage when other maintenance is
perform ed.
Body Lubrication
WARN ING!
Locks and all bod y pivot points, inclu ding seat tracks,
door hinges, tru nk hinges, and hood hinges, shou ld be
lubricated period ically to assu re quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned shou ld be
wiped clean to rem ove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease shou ld be rem oved . Particu lar
attention shou ld also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insu re prop er function. When perform ing other
und erhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism ,
and safety catch shou ld be cleaned and lubricated .
Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and
with the engin e off to preven t injury from movin g
parts and to insure accurate flu id level read ing. Do
not overfill. Use only manufactu rer’s recom mended
power steerin g flu id.
If necessary, add fluid to restore to the prop er ind icated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
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| Model Year | 2007 |
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