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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES DESCRIPTION — GASOLINE ENGINE There are two maintenance schedules that show proper service for the Dakota. First is Schedule “A”. It lists all the scheduled maintenance to be performed under “normal” operat- Second is Schedule “B”. It is a schedule for vehi- cles that are operated under the conditions listed at Use the schedule that best describes the driving conditions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first. At Each Stop For Gasoline • Check engine oil level, add as required. • Check windshield washer solvent and add if required. • Clean windshield and wiper blades as required. Once A Month • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required. • Check fluid levels of coolant reservoir, power steering and transmission and add as needed. • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation. • Inspect and clean wiper blades. Replace if required. At Each Oil Change • Inspect exhaust system. • Inspect brake hoses. • Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on Schedule “A”: (7,500 miles) or every other • Check engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The scheduled emission maintenance listed in bold type on the Maintenance Schedules, must be done at SCHEDULE “A” 7,500 Miles (12 000 km) or at 6 months • Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter. 15,000 Miles (24 000 km) or at 12 months • Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter. 22,500 Miles (36 000 km) or at 18 months • Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter. • Lubricate front suspension ball joints if required. • Inspect front wheel bearings. • Inspect brake linings. 30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 24 months • Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter. • Replace engine air cleaner element. • Replace spark plugs. 37,500 Miles (60 000 km) or at 30 months • Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter. • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Replace filter and adjust bands (3.9L, and 5.2L only). 45,000 Miles (72 000 km) or at 36 months • Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter. • Lubricate front suspension ball joints if required. • Inspect front wheel bearings. • Inspect brake linings. • Flush and replace engine coolant at 36 months, regardless of mileage. 52,500 Miles (84 000 km) or at 42 months • Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter. • Flush and replace engine coolant if not done at 36 months. 60,000 Miles (96 000 km) or at 48 months • Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter. • Replace engine air cleaner element. • Replace ignition cables (2.5L, 3.9L, 5.2L). • Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. (3.9L and 5.2L)* 0a - 2 LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE R1 |