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Capacities And Recommended Fluids: Specifications: Specifications

ENGINE

Description Type Capacities
U.S. Metric
Cooling System 
(1) Engine Coolant (3.0L Engine) We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150, 000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). 10 Quarts 9.5 Liters
(1) Engine Coolant (3.6L Engine) We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150, 000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). 10 Quarts 9.5 Liters
(1) Engine Coolant (5.7L Engine without Severe Duty II Cooling System) We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150, 000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). 14.5 Quarts 13.9 Liters
(1) Engine Coolant (5.7L Engine with Severe Duty II Cooling System) We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150, 000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). 15 Quarts 14.3 Liters
(1) Engine Coolant (6.4L Engine) We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150, 000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). 15 Quarts 14.3 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter 
Engine Oil (3.0L Engine) We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, Shell Helix or equivalent meeting the requirements of Material Standard MS-6395 and ACEA A1/B1. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, Shell Helix or equivalent may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
Engine Oil (3.6L Engine) We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
Engine Oil (3.6L Engine -Export) We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, Shell Helix or equivalent meeting the requirements of Material Standard MS-6395 and ACEA A1/B1. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, Shell Helix or equivalent may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available. 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
Engine Oil (5.7L Engine) We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Engine Oil (5.7L Engine -Export) We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Engine Oil (6.4L Engine) Pennzoil UltraTM 0W-40 or equivalent MOPAR® engine oil meeting the requirements of Material Standard MS-12633 for use in all operating temperatures. 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Engine Oil Filter (3.6L Engine) MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter N/A N/A
Engine Oil Filter (5.7L and 6.4L Engine) MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter N/A N/A
Fuel (approximate) 
Fuel Selection (3.0L/3.6 Engine -Export) Research Octane Number (RON) 91 Or Higher, 0 - 15% Ethanol. 18.5 Gallons 69.9 Liters
Fuel Selection (3.6L Engine) 87 Octane, 0-15% Ethanol. 18.5 Gallons 69.9 Liters
Fuel Selection (3.6L Engine Flex Fuel E-85) 87 Octane, Up to 85% Ethanol. 18.5 Gallons 69.9 Liters
Fuel Selection (3.6L Engine Flex Fuel E-85 -Export) Research Octane Number (RON) 91 Or Higher, Up To 85% Ethanol. 18.5 Gallons 69.9 Liters
Fuel Selection (5.7L Engine - Automatic Transmission) 89 Octane Recommended - 87 Octane Acceptable, 0-15% Ethanol. 18.5 Gallons 69.9 Liters
Fuel Selection (5.7L Engine - Manual Transmission) 89 Octane Recommended - 87 Octane Acceptable, 0-15% Ethanol. 18.5 Gallons 69.9 Liters
Fuel Selection (5.7L Engine -Export) 91 Research Octane Number (RON) Acceptable - 95 Research Octane Number (RON) Recommended, 0 - 10% Ethanol 18.5 Gallons 69.9 Liters
Fuel Selection (6.4L Engine) 91 Octane Only or higher 18.5 Gallons 69.9 Liters
A/C Refrigerant System 
A/C Refrigerant System R-134a (LHD) 1.75 Pounds 794 Grams
R-134a (RHD) 1.50 Pounds 681 Grams
R-1234yf 1.81 Pounds 822Grams
(1) System fill capacity includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
CAUTION:

Nominal refill capacities are shown. A variation may be observed from vehicle to vehicle due to manufacturing tolerance and refill procedure.
SPARK PLUGS

Description Type Gap
U.S. Metric
Spark Plugs (3.6L Engine) We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs. 0.043 in 1.10 mm
Spark Plugs (5.7L Engine) We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs. 0.043 in 1.10 mm
Spark Plugs (6.4L Engine) We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs. 0.043 in 1.10 mm
TRANSMISSION

Description Type Capacities
U.S. Metric
Automatic 
(1) 845RE Overhaul Fill Use only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. 9.72 Quarts 9.20 Liters
(1) 8HP70 Overhaul Fill Use only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. 9.0 Quarts 8.50 Liters
(1) Dry fill capacity. Depending on type and size of internal cooler, length and inside diameter of cooler lines, or use of an auxiliary cooler, these figures may vary. Refer to the appropriate service information for the correct procedures.
CAUTION:

Nominal refill capacities are shown. A variation may be observed from vehicle to vehicle due to manufacturing tolerance and refill procedure.
CHASSIS

Description Type Capacities
U.S. Metric
Axles 
(2) 175 FIA Front Axle We recommend you use MOPAR Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W90 (API GL-5). 0.64 Quarts 0.6 Liters
195 Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR OD Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5). 0.74 Quarts 0.7 Liters
220 Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR OD Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5). 1.16 Quarts 1.1 Liters
230 Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR OD Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5). 1.16 Quarts 1.1 Liters
230 Limited-Slip Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR LSD Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5). 1.16 Quarts 1.1 Liters
Transfer Case 
BW 44 - 40 We recommend you use MOPAR® Transfer Case Lubricant for BorgWarner 44 - 40. 2.11 Pints 1.0 Liters
Chassis Systems 
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. N/A N/A
(1) Power Steering Reservoir (Belt Driven Pump) MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid +4 N/A N/A
 
(1) If MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid +4 is not available, then MOPAR® ATF +4 Automatic Transmission Fluid (05013457AA), is acceptable.
(2) Fluid should be within 3/16" of bottom of fill hole.
CAUTION:

Nominal refill capacities are shown. A variation may be observed from vehicle to vehicle due to manufacturing tolerance and refill procedure.
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