Dodge Neon / Neon SRT-4. Manual — part 4
ENGINE COOLANT
WARNING: ANTIFREEZE IS AN ETHYLENE GLYCOL
BASE COOLANT AND IS HARMFUL IF SWAL-
LOWED OR INHALED. IF SWALLOWED, DRINK
TWO GLASSES OF WATER AND INDUCE VOMIT-
ING. IF INHALED, MOVE TO FRESH AIR AREA.
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT
STORE IN OPEN OR UNMARKED CONTAINERS.
WASH SKIN AND CLOTHING THOROUGHLY AFTER
COMING IN CONTACT WITH ETHYLENE GLYCOL.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DISPOSE OF
GLYCOL BASE COOLANT PROPERLY, CONTACT
YOUR DEALER OR GOVERNMENT AGENCY FOR
LOCATION OF COLLECTION CENTER IN YOUR
AREA. DO NOT OPEN A COOLING SYSTEM WHEN
THE ENGINE IS AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE OR
HOT UNDER PRESSURE, PERSONAL INJURY CAN
RESULT. AVOID RADIATOR COOLING FAN WHEN
ENGINE COMPARTMENT RELATED SERVICE IS
PERFORMED, PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
CAUTION: Use of Propylene Glycol based coolants
is not recommended, as they provide less freeze
protection and less boiling protection.
The cooling system is designed around the coolant.
The coolant must accept heat from engine metal, in
the cylinder head area near the exhaust valves and
engine block. Then coolant carries the heat to the
radiator where the tube/fin radiator can transfer the
heat to the air.
The use of aluminum cylinder blocks, cylinder
heads, and water pumps requires special corrosion
protection.
Mopar
t
Antifreeze/Coolant,
5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula (MS-9769), or the equiva-
lent ethylene glycol base coolant with hybrid organic
corrosion inhibitors (called HOAT, for Hybrid Organic
Additive Technology) is recommended. This coolant
offers the best engine cooling without corrosion when
mixed with 50% Ethylene Glycol and 50% distilled
water to obtain a freeze point of -37°C (-35°F). If it
loses color or becomes contaminated, drain, flush,
and replace with fresh properly mixed coolant solu-
tion.
The green coolant MUST NOT BE MIXED with
the orange or magenta coolants. When replacing cool-
ant the complete system flush must be performed
before using the replacement coolant.
CAUTION:
Mopar
T
Antifreeze/Coolant,
5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula (MS-9769) may not be
mixed with any other type of antifreeze. Doing so
will reduce the corrosion protection and may result
in premature water pump seal failure. If non-HOAT
coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an
emergency, it should be replaced with the specified
coolant as soon as possible.
AUTOMATIC/MANUAL TRANSAXLE FLUID
NOTE: Refer to the maintenance schedules for the
recommended
maintenance
(fluid/filter
change)
intervals for available transaxles. The Maintenance
Schedules are located in the vehicle Owner’s Man-
ual.
NOTE: For fluid level checking procedures, refer to
Group 21, Transaxle.
NOTE: The 41TE automatic and T350/T850 manual
transaxles have a common transmission and differ-
ential sump. Filling the transaxle accommodates the
differential as well.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Mopar
t ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) is
required in both the 41TE automatic and T350/T850
manual transaxles. Neon SRT-4 Models equipped
with the T850 manual transaxle also require
the addition of 0.12L (4 oz.) of Mopar
t Limited
Slip Additive (P/N 04318060AB). Substitute fluids
can induce torque converter clutch shudder, or pre-
mature failure of internal transaxle components.
Mopar
t ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid)
when new is red in color. The ATF is dyed red so it
can be identified from other fluids used in the vehicle
such as engine oil or antifreeze. The red color is not
permanent and is not an indicator of fluid condition.
As the vehicle is driven, the ATF will begin to look
darker in color and may eventually become brown.
This is normal. A dark brown/black fluid accompa-
nied with a burnt odor and/or deterioration in shift
quality may indicate fluid deterioration or transmis-
sion component failure.
FLUID ADDITIVES
DaimlerChrysler strongly recommends against the
addition of any fluids to the transmission, other than
those automatic transmission fluids listed above.
Exceptions to this policy are the use of special dyes
to aid in detecting fluid leaks.
Various “special” additives and supplements exist
that claim to improve shift feel and/or quality. These
additives and others also claim to improve converter
clutch operation and inhibit overheating, oxidation,
varnish, and sludge. These claims have not been sup-
ported to the satisfaction of DaimlerChrysler and
these additives must not be used. The use of trans-
mission “sealers” should also be avoided, since they
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may adversely affect the integrity of transmission
seals.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
Your engine is designed to meet all emissions reg-
ulations and provide excellent fuel economy and per-
formance when using high quality unleaded gasoline
having an octane rating of 87. The use of premium
gasoline is not recommended. The use of premium
gasoline will provide no benefit over high quality reg-
ular gasoline, and in some circumstances may result
in poorer performance.
Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not
harmful to your engine. However, continued heavy
spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and
immediate service is required. Engine damage result-
ing from operation with a heavy spark knock may
not be covered by the new vehicle warranty.
Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as
hard starting, stalling and hesitations. If you experi-
ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline
before considering service for the vehicle.
Over 40 auto manufacturers world-wide have
issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications
(the Worldwide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define fuel
properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions,
performance and durability for your vehicle. We rec-
ommend the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC
specifications if they are available.
REFORMULATED GASOLINE
Many areas of the country require the use of
cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “reformu-
lated” gasoline. Reformulated gasoline contain oxy-
genates, and are specifically blended to reduce
vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
We strongly support the use of reformulated gaso-
line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will pro-
vide excellent performance and durability for the
engine and fuel system components.
GASOLINE/OXYGENATE BLENDS
Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with
oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE.
Oxygenates are required in some areas of the country
during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide
emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygenates may
be used in your vehicle.
CAUTION: DO NOT use gasoline containing METH-
ANOL. Gasoline containing methanol may damage
critical fuel system components.
MMT IN GASOLINE
MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive
that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane.
Gasoline blended with MMT provide no performance
advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane num-
ber without MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT
reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system
performance in some vehicles. We recommend that
gasoline free of MMT be used in your vehicle. The
MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the
gasoline pump; therefore, you should ask your gaso-
line retailer whether or not his/her gasoline contains
MMT.
It is even more important to look for gasoline with-
out MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at
levels higher than allowed in the United States.
MMT is prohibited in Federal and California refor-
mulated gasoline.
SULFUR IN GASOLINE
If you live in the northeast United States, your
vehicle may have been designed to meet California
low emission standards with Cleaner-Burning Cali-
fornia reformulated gasoline with low sulfur. If such
fuels are not available in states adopting California
emission standards, your vehicles will operate satis-
factorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but
emission
control
system
performance
may
be
adversely affected. Gasoline sold outside of California
is permitted to have higher sulfur levels which may
affect the performance of the vehicle’s catalytic con-
verter. This may cause the Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (MIL), Check Engine or Service Engine Soon
light to illuminate. We recommend that you try a dif-
ferent brand of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur
to determine if the problem is fuel related prior to
returning your vehicle to an authorized dealer for
service.
CAUTION: If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL),
Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light is flash-
ing, immediate service is required; see on-board
diagnostics system section.
MATERIALS ADDED TO FUEL
All gasoline sold in the United States and Canada
are required to contain effective detergent additives.
Use of additional detergents or other additives is not
needed under normal conditions.
FUEL SYSTEM CAUTIONS
CAUTION: Follow these guidelines to maintain your
vehicle’s performance:
• The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal
law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-
mance, damage the emission control system, and
could result in loss of warranty coverage.
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• An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or
malfunctioning and may require immediate service.
Contact your dealer for service assistance.
• When pulling a heavy load or driving a fully
loaded vehicle when the humidity is low and the tem-
perature is high, use a premium unleaded fuel to
help prevent spark knock. If spark knock persists,
lighten the load, or engine piston damage may result.
• The use of fuel additives which are now being
sold as octane enhancers is not recommended. Most
of these products contain high concentrations of
methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor-
mance problems resulting from the use of such fuels
or
additives
is
not
the
responsibility
of
DaimlerChrysler Corporation and may not be covered
under the new vehicle warranty.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
BRAKE FLUID
The brake fluid used in this vehicle must conform
to DOT 3 specifications and SAE J1703 standards.
No other type of brake fluid is recommended or
approved for usage in the vehicle brake system. Use
only Mopar
t Brake Fluid or equivalent from a tightly
sealed container.
CAUTION: Never use reclaimed brake fluid or fluid
from an container which has been left open. An
open container of brake fluid will absorb moisture
from the air and contaminate the fluid.
CAUTION: Never use any type of a petroleum-based
fluid in the brake hydraulic system. Use of such
type fluids will result in seal damage of the vehicle
brake hydraulic system causing a failure of the
vehicle brake system. Petroleum based fluids would
be items such as engine oil, transmission fluid,
power steering fluid, etc.
POWER STEERING FLUID
The recommended fluid for the power steering sys-
tem is Mopar
t ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
(MS-9602).
Mopar
t ATF+4, when new, is red in color. ATF+4 is
dyed red so it can be identified from other fluids used
in the vehicle such as engine oil or antifreeze. The
red color is not permanent and is not an indicator of
fluid condition. As the vehicle is driven, ATF+4 will
begin to look darker in color and may eventually
become brown. THIS IS NORMAL. ATF+4 also has
a unique odor that may change with age. Conse-
quently, odor and color cannot be used to indicate the
fluid condition or the need for a fluid change.
FLUID CAPACITIES
SPECIFICATIONS - FLUID CAPACITIES
DESCRIPTION
SPECIFICATION
Fuel Tank
47.5 L (12.5 gal.)
Engine Oil* - 2.0 L
4.3 L (4.5 qts.)
Engine Oil* - 2.4 L
4.8 L (5.0 qts.)
Cooling System**
6.2 L (6.5 qts.)
Automatic Transaxle -
Estimated Service Fill
3.8 L (4.0 qts.)
Automatic Transaxle -
Overhaul Fill Capacity
with Torque Converter
Empty
8.1 L (8.6 qts.)
Manual Transaxle - NV
T350
2.4-2.7 L (2.5-2.8 qts.)
Manual Transaxle - NV
T850***
2.3-2.5L (2.4-2.6 qts.)
*(includes new filter)
**(includes heater and recovery/reserve bottle)
***(includes 0.12 L (4 oz.) of Mopar
T
Limited Slip
Additive (P/N 04318060AB))
FLUID FILL/CHECK
LOCATIONS
DESCRIPTION
The fluid check/fill point locations are located in
each applicable service manual section.
LUBRICATION POINTS
DESCRIPTION
Lubrication point locations are located in each
applicable Sections.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
DESCRIPTION
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 (16.2 km).
• More than 50% of your driving is sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
• Trailer towing.†L
• Taxi, police or delivery service (commercial ser-
vices).†
L
• 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: IF ANY of these apply to you then flush and
replace the engine coolant every 102,000 miles (163
000 km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and
follow schedule “B” of the
(
Maintenance Schedules
(
section of this manual.
NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the condi-
tions listed for Schedule
(
B
(
.
Second is Schedule “A”. It is for vehicles that are
not operated under any of the conditions listed under
Schedule
9B9.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving
conditions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow
the interval that occurs first.
CAUTION: Failure to perform the required mainte-
nance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
• Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after
a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil
level while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil
only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN
mark.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear
or damage.
• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the
terminals as required.
• Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transaxle and
add as needed.
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for
correct operation.
• Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator
for proper fit.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect the brake hoses.
• Inspect the CV joints and front suspension com-
ponents.
• Check the automatic transaxle fluid level.
• Check the manual transaxle fluid level and fill
plug condition.
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
SCHEDULE B - NORTH AMERICA
Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your
vehicle under one or more of the following conditions.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter
every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usu-
ally operated under one or more of the conditions
marked with an
L.
Change the manual transaxle fluid every 48,000
miles (77 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated
under one or more of the conditions marked with an
†.
• 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 (16.2 km).
• More than 50% of your driving is sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
• Trailer towing.† L
• Taxi, police or delivery service (commercial ser-
vices).†
L
• Off-road or desert operation.
• If equipped for and operating with E-85
(ethanol) fuel.
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