Dodge 2004 Stratus Sedan Automobile User Manual


 
NOTE:
There are specific instructions regarding when
to change the ignition cables and spark plugs with the
PZEV package in this section. This applies to both
maintenance schedule A and B and will be marked with
an ** or ***.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
required service for your vehicle.
First is Schedule “B”. It is for vehicles that are operated
under the conditions that are listed below and at the
beginning of the schedule.
Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C).
Stop and go driving.
Extensive engine idling.
Driving in dusty conditions.
Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).
Trailer towing.
Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).
Off-road or desert operation.
If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE:
If ANY of these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule B of the
“Maintenance Schedules” section of this manual.
NOTE:
Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule ЉBЉ.
Second is Schedule “A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule ЉBЉ.
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