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oil level should not be below 4 mm (3/16 in) from the bottom of the oil fill opening.

The manual transaxle does not require periodic maintenance. The oil should be changed only when water contamination is suspected. If oil has a foamy or milky appearance it probably is contaminated. A circular magnet located behind the differential cover collects metallic particles circulating in the oil. For proper diagnostic and service procedures, refer to Group 21, Manual Transaxle.

SELECTING MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL

Chrysler Corporation recommends Mopart Engine Oil, SG or SG/CD SAE 5W-30, or equivalent, be used to fill a 5-speed transaxle.

Fig. 1 Manual Transaxle Fill Plug

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLOOR SHIFT

If the automatic transaxle floor shift mechanism becomes difficult to operate or starts to make objectionable noise, the mechanism should be lubricated before service repair is performed. To lubricate the shift mechanism, remove console as necessary. Refer to Group 23, Body. Apply a film of Mopart Multipurpose Grease or equivalent, to slide surfaces and pawl spring. For additional information, refer to Group 21, Transaxle.

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE

The automatic transaxle should be inspected for fluid leaks and proper fluid level when other under hood service is performed.

CAUTION: To minimize fluid contamination, verify that dipstick is seated in the fill hole or tube after fluid level reading is taken.

TO INSPECT THE TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL:

(1) Position the vehicle on a level surface.

(2)Start engine and allow to idle in PARK for at least 60 seconds. The warmer the transaxle fluid, the more accurate the reading.

(3)While sitting in driver seat, apply brakes and place gear selector in each position. Return gear selector to park.

(4)Raise hood and remove transaxle fluid level indicator (dipstick) and wipe clean with a suitable cloth.

(5)Install dipstick and verify it is seated in fill hole or tube (Fig. 2 or 3).

Fig. 2 3-speed Automatic Transaxle Fill hole

Fig. 3 4-speed Automatic Transaxle Fill tube

CAUTION: Do not overfill automatic transaxle, leakage or damage can result.

(6) Remove dipstick, with handle above tip, take fluid level reading (Fig. 4). If the vehicle has been driven for at least 15 minutes before inspecting fluid level, transaxle can be considered hot and reading should be above the WARM mark. If vehicle has run for less than 15 minutes and more than 60 seconds transaxle can be considered warm and reading

Fig. 4 Automatic Transaxle DipstickÐTypical

should be above ADD mark. Add fluid only if level is below ADD mark on dipstick when transaxle is warm.

The automatic transaxle does not require periodic maintenance when used for general transportation. If the vehicle is subjected to severe service conditions, the automatic transaxle will require fluid/filter change and band adjustments every 24 000 km (15,000 miles). For additional information, refer to Severe Service paragraph and Lubrication and Maintenance Schedules in General Information section of this group. The fluid and filter should be changed when water contamination is suspected. If fluid has foamy or milky appearance, it is probably contaminated. If the fluid appears brown or dark and a foul odor is apparent, the fluid is burned, transaxle requires maintenance or service. A circular magnet located in the transaxle pan, collects metallic particles circulating in the oil. For proper diagnostic and service procedures, refer to Group 21, Automatic Transaxle.

SELECTING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID

Chrysler Corporation recommends Mopart ATF Plus (automatic transmission fluid type 7176) be used to add to or replace automatic transaxle fluid. If ATF Plus is not available use Mopart Dexron IIt Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.

DRIVE SHAFT CV AND TRIPOD JOINT BOOTS

The front drive shaft constant velocity and tripod joint boots (Fig. 5) should be inspected when other under vehicle service is performed. Inspect boots for cracking, tears, leaks or other defects. If service repair is required, refer to Group 2, Suspension.

FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS

The front wheel bearings are permanently sealed, requiring no lubrication. For proper diagnostic and service procedures refer to Group 2, Suspension.

Fig. 5 Drive Shaft Boots

TIRES

The tires should be inspected at every engine oil change for proper inflation and condition. The tires should be rotated at the distance intervals described in the Lubrication and Maintenance Schedules of the General Information section in this group. For tire inflation specifications refer to the Owner's Manual. A Tire Inflation sticker is located in the driver door opening. For proper diagnostic procedures, see Group 22, Wheels and Tires.

TIRE ROTATION

The Forward Cross rotation method is recommended for use on Chrysler Corporation vehicles (Fig. 6). Other rotation methods can be used, but may not have the benefits of the recommended method. Only the four tire rotation method can be used if the vehicle is equipped with a space saver spare tire.

STEERING LINKAGE

INSPECTION

The steering linkage and steering gear should be inspected for wear, leaks or damage when other under vehicle service is performed. The rack and pinion steering gear end boots should not have excess oil or grease residue on the outside surfaces or surrounding areas (Fig.1). If boot is leaking, it should be repaired. For proper service procedures, see Group 19, Steering.

Fig. 1 Inspect Steering Linkage

The tie rod end seal should fit securely between the steering knuckle and tie rod end (Fig.2). The steering linkage should be lubricated at the time and distance intervals described in the Lubrication and Maintenance Schedules. Refer to General Information section of this group.

TIE ROD END LUBRICATION

Lubricate the steering linkage with Mopart, Multimileage Lube or equivalent. Using a wiping cloth, clean grease and dirt from around grease fitting and joint seal. Using a grease gun, fill tie rod end until lubricant leaks from around the tie rod end side of the seal (Fig.2). When lube operation is complete, wipe off excess grease.

LOWER BALL JOINTS

INSPECTION

The front suspension lower ball joints should be inspected for wear, leaks or damage when other under

Fig. 2 Tie Rod End Lubrication

vehicle service is performed. The ball joint seal should fit securely between the steering knuckle and lower control arm (Fig. 3). The ball joints should be lubricated at the time and distance intervals described in the Lubrication and Maintenance Schedules. Refer to the General Information section of this group.

BALL JOINT LUBRICATION

CAUTION: Do not over fill ball joint with grease, damage to seal can result.

Lubricate the ball joints with Mopart, Multimileage Lube or equivalent. Using a wiping cloth, clean grease and dirt from around grease fitting and joint seal. Using a grease gun, fill ball joint until seal starts to swell (Fig. 3). When lube operation is complete, wipe off excess grease.

POWER STEERING

The power steering fluid level should be inspected when other under hood service is performed. If the fluid level is low and system is not leaking, use Mopart, Power Steering Fluid or equivalent. The power steering system should be inspected for leaks when

Fig. 3 Ball Joint Lubrication

other under vehicle service is performed. For proper service procedures, refer to Group 19, Steering.

The power steering pump drive belt should be inspected at the time and distance interval described in the Lubrication and Maintenance Schedules. Refer to the General Information section of this group.

POWER STEERING FLUID INSPECTION

WARNING: ENGINE MUST NOT BE RUNNING WHEN INSPECTING POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL, PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.

CAUTION: Do not over fill power steering reservoir when adding fluid, seal damage and leakage can result.

TO INSPECT FLUID LEVEL:

(1)Position vehicle on a level surface with engine at normal running temperature.

(2)Turn OFF engine and remove ignition key.

(3)Using a wiping cloth, clean oil and dirt residue from around power steering reservoir cap.

(4)Remove reservoir cap or dipstick and wipe off

fluid.

(5)Install cap or dipstick.

(6)Remove cap or dipstick. Holding handle or cap above tip of dipstick, read fluid level (Fig. 4, 5, or 6). Add fluid if reading is below cold level mark on dipstick.

Fig. 4 Power Steering Reservoir

DipstickÐ2.2L or 2.5L Engine

Fig. 5 Power Steering Reservoir

DipstickÐ3.0L Engine

Fig. 6 Power Steering Reservoir

DipstickÐ3.3L or 3.8L Engine