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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 243

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO

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1 — Air Cleaner Filter

2 — Engine Oil Dipstick

3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir

4 — Battery

5 — Front Distribution Unit (Fuses)

6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir

7 — Coolant Pressure Cap

8 — Coolant Pressure Bottle

9 — Oil Fill Cap

244 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Checking Oil Level

CAUTION!

To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be

maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at

regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to

check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully

warmed up engine is shut off.

Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause

aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your

engine.

Adding Washer Fluid

Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will

improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.

The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the

engine compartment, and the fluid level should be checked

at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield

washer solvent (not engine coolant/ antifreeze). Refer to

“Engine Compartment” in this section for further informa-

tion.

There are three possible dipstick types,

• Crosshatched zone.

• Crosshatched zone marked SAFE.

• Crosshatched zone marked with MIN at the low end of

WARNING!

the range and MAX at the high end of the range.

• Crosshatched zone marked with dimples at the MIN and

Commercially available windshield washer solvents

are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care

must be exercised when filling or working around the

washer solution.

the MAX ends of the range.

NOTE: Always maintain the oil level within the crosshatch

markings on the dipstick.

Adding 1 quart (1.0 liters) of oil when the reading is at the

low end of the dipstick range will raise the oil level to the

high end of the range marking.

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Maintenance-Free Battery

WARNING! (Continued)

Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.

You will never have to add water, nor is periodic mainte-

nance required.

• The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that

should not be disconnected and should only be

replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).

WARNING!

CAUTION!

• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can

burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to

contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over

a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in

eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with

large amounts of water. Refer to “Jump Starting

Procedure” in “In Case Of Emergency” for further

information.

• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame

or sparks away from the battery. Do not use a booster

battery or any other booster source with an output

greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to

touch each other.

• It is essential when replacing the cables on the

battery that the positive cable is attached to the

positive post and the negative cable is attached to the

negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+)

and negative (-) and are identified on the battery

case. Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal

posts and free of corrosion.

• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the

vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables before

connecting the charger to the battery. Do not use a

“fast charger” to provide starting voltage.

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• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con-

tain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after

handling.

(Continued)

246 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

DEALER SERVICE

Engine Oil

An authorized dealer has the qualified service personnel,

special tools, and equipment to perform all service opera-

tions in an expert manner. Service Manuals are available

which include detailed service information for your ve-

hicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any

procedure yourself.

Change Engine Oil

The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is

time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.

Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for further information.

NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter-

vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350

hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350

hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern

for fleet customers.

NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control sys-

tems may void your warranty and could result in civil

penalties being assessed against you.

Engine Oil Selection

WARNING!

For best performance and maximum protection for turbo-

charged engines under all types of operating conditions,

the manufacturer recommends synthetic engine oils that

are API Certified and meet the requirements of FCA

Material Standard MS-12991.

You can be badly injured working on or around a

motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you

have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you

have any doubt about your ability to perform a service

job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.

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