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Fluid - Capacities & Recommended: Specifications

ENGINE - EXCEPT EXPORT

Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant Mopar ® Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
Engine Oil (2.7 Liter) Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 5W-20 is recommended. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Engine Oil (3.5 Liter) Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 10W-30 is recommended. Refer to the engine oil viscosity chart for the correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Engine Oil (5.7 Liter) Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 5W-20 is recommended. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Engine Oil (6.1 Liter) For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF, and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-10725. The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic engine oil, such as Mobil 1 ® SAE 0W-40 or equivalent. For additional information, refer to the "Engine Oil Selection" and "Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)" in the "Maintenance Procedures" section of this manual.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine compartment.
Oil Filter (2.7 Liter) Mopar ® 05281090 or equivalent.
Oil Filter (3.5 Liter) Mopar ® 05281090 or equivalent.
Oil Filter (5.7 Liter) Mopar ® 05281090 or equivalent.
Oil Filter (6.1 Liter) Mopar ® 05281090 or equivalent.
Fuel Selection (2.7 Liter) 87 Octane
DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or E85 Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system components.
Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or E85 Ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of Methanol.
Fuel Selection (3.5 Liter) 89 Octane
DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or E85 Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system components.
Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or E85 Ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of Methanol.
Fuel Selection (5.7 Liter) 89 Octane
DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or E85 Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system components.
Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or E85 Ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of Methanol.
Fuel Selection (6.1 Liter) Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Only or higher.
DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or E85 Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system components.
Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or E85 Ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of Methanol.
ENGINE - EXPORT

Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant Mopar ® Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology)
Engine Oil (Non ACEA Categories) For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-6395. These Certified Oils exhibit the American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Certification Symbol on the front of the oil container. This symbol means that the oil has been tested, certified, and licensed by the American Petroleum Institute (API) to meet the oil standards required by the manufacturers. The manufacturer only recommends API Certified engine oils that meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Engine Oil (ACEA Categories) - Gasoline Engines For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use engine oils that meet the requirements of ACEA A3/B3, A3/B4, or A5/B5.
Engine Oil (ACEA Categories) - Diesel Engines For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use engine oils that meet the requirements of ACEA A3/B4/C3 that is approved to MB 229.31.
Spark Plugs Refer to the "Vehicle Emission Control Information" label in the engine compartment.
Oil Filter (2.7 Liter) Mopar ® 05281090 or equivalent.
Oil Filter (3.5 Liter) Mopar ® 05281090 or equivalent.
Oil Filter (5.7 Liter) Mopar ® 05281090 or equivalent.
Oil Filter (3.0 Liter Diesel) Mopar ® 05175571AA or equivalent.
Fuel Selection (2.7 Liter) 91 Octane
Fuel Selection (3.5 Liter) 91 to 98 Octane
Fuel Selection (5.7 Liter) 91 to 98 Octane
Fuel Selection (3.0 Liter Diesel) Use only fuel with a calculated Cetane Index of 50 or higher. In addition, the manufacturer recommends using diesel fuel with a sulfur content of less than 350 ppm  for EURO III Diesel Engines  and of less than 50 ppm  for EURO IV Diesel Engines 
CHASSIS - EXCEPT EXPORT

Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Automatic Transmission Mopar ® ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Brake Master Cylinder Mopar ® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used. Use only recommended brake fluids.
Front Axle API Certified GL-5 SAE 75W90 Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Power Steering Reservoir Mopar ® Power Steering Fluid + 4,
Mopar ® ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Rear Axle API Certified GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Transfer Case Mopar ® Transfer Case Lubricant LX, P/N 05170055AA, or equivalent.
CHASSIS - EXPORT

Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Automatic Transmission Mopar ® ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Brake Master Cylinder Mopar ® DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir Mopar ® Power Steering Fluid + 4, Mopar ® ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Rear Axle API Certified GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Transfer Case Mopar ® Transfer Case Lubricant LX, P/N 05170055AA, or equivalent.
Front Axle API Certified GL-5 SAE 75W90 Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
CAPACITIES - EXCEPT EXPORT

DESCRIPTION U.S. Metric
Fuel (approximate)
2.7 Liter Engines (87 Octane) 18 Gallons 68 liters
3.5 Liter Engines (89 Octane) 18 Gallons 68 liters
5.7/ Liter Engines (89 Octane) 19 Gallons 72 liters
6.1 Liter Engine (Premium 91 Octane) 19 Gallons 72 liters
Engine Oil-With Filter
2.7 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6.0 Quarts 5.7 liters
3.5 Liter Engines (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 6.0 Quarts 5.7 liters
5.7 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7.0 Quarts 6.6 liters
6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40) 7.0 Quarts 6.6 liters
Cooling System *
2.7 Liter Engines (Mopar ® Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile (160 000 km) Formula) or equivalent. 9.9 Quarts 9.4 liters
3.5 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive (Mopar ® Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent. 11.1 Quarts 10.5 liters
3.5 Liter Engine with All Wheel Drive (Mopar ® Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent. 11.4 Quarts 10.8 liters
5.7 Liter Engines (Mopar ® Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile (160 000 km) Formula) or equivalent. 14.7 Quarts 13.9 liters
6.1 Liter Engine (Mopar ® Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile (160 000 km) Formula) or equivalent. 15.2 Quarts 14.4 liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
CAPACITIES - EXPORT

DESCRIPTION U.S. U.S.
Fuel (approximate)
2.7 Liter Engine (91 Octane) 68 liters 18 Gallons
3.5 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive (91 to 98 Octane) 68 liters 18 Gallons
3.5 Liter Engine with All Wheel Drive (91 to 98 Octane) 72 liters 19 Gallons
5.7 Liter Engine (91 to 98 Octane) 72 liters 19 Gallons
3.0 Liter Diesel Engine 72 liters 19 Gallons
Engine Oil with Filter
2.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, ACEA A3/B3, A3/B4 or A5/B5) 5.7 liters 6.0 Quarts
3.5 Liter Engine (SAE 10W-30, ACEA A3/B3, A3/B4 or A5/B5) 5.7 liters 6.0 Quarts
5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, ACEA A3/B3, A3/B4 or A5/B5) 6.6 liters 7.0 Quarts
3.0 Liter Diesel Engine (SAE 5W-30, ACEA A3/B4/C3 approved to MB 229.31) 9.5 liters 10 Quarts
Cooling System *
2.7 Liter Engine (Mopar ® Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent. 9.8 liters 10.4 Quarts
3.5 Liter Engine (Mopar ® Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent. 10.8 liters 11.4 Quarts
5.7 Liter Engine (Mopar ® Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent. 14.3 liters 15.1 Quarts
3.0 Liter Diesel Engine (Mopar ® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 12.5 liters 13.2 Quarts
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.