Engine Systems:
Complete diagnosis, repair, and overhaul for all applicable engines.
Transmission Transaxle:
Automatic and Manual Transaxle repair, diagnosis, and overhaul.
Suspension:
Front and Rear Suspension component diagnosis, replacement, and alignment procedures.
Brakes:
Brake system components (discs, drums, calipers, ABS), hydraulic system, and parking brake service.
Steering:
Power steering system, steering column, and wheel assembly repair.
Fuel System:
Fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors, and evaporative emissions control (EVAP) system.
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, hoses, and cooling fan diagnosis and replacement.
Exhaust System:
Exhaust manifolds, catalytic converters, mufflers, and pipes.
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, component testing, fuse and relay identification, charging system, starting system.
Climate Control:
Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system diagnosis, refrigerant handling, component replacement.
Restraints:
Airbag system diagnosis, deployment, and SRS component replacement.
Body And Frame:
Body panel repair, bumper replacement, glass service, and frame straightening basics.
Instrumentation And Controls:
Instrument cluster, gauges, warning lights, switches, and controls.
Audio System:
Radio, speakers, amplifier, and antenna system diagnosis and repair.
Vehicle Theft Security:
Immobilizer system, alarm, and key fob programming.
Maintenance Procedures:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and flushes, spark plug replacement, belt service.
Troubleshooting Guides:
Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), symptom-based troubleshooting charts.
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step instructions for component removal, repair, and installation.
Diagnostic Procedures:
Electrical system testing, engine performance diagnostics, HVAC system analysis.
Specifications And Tolerances:
Torque specifications, clearances, fluid capacities, and critical measurements.
Depth Of Coverage:
Comprehensive, covering from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds.
Diagnostic Tools:
Information on using scan tools and multimeters for diagnosis.
Oil Change Interval:
Every 5,000-7,500 miles or 6 months, depending on driving conditions and oil type used (refer to manual for specifics).
Service Intervals Filters
Air Filter Replacement:
Check every 15,000 miles, replace as needed or every 30,000 miles.
Service Intervals Spark Plugs
Spark Plug Replacement 2.4L:
Approximately 60,000 - 100,000 miles with platinum-tipped plugs.
Spark Plug Replacement 2.7L:
Approximately 60,000 - 100,000 miles with platinum-tipped plugs.
Engine Oil Spec:
API Certified SAE 5W-30 (check manual for climate specific recommendations)
Coolant Spec:
Mopar OAT (Organic Additive Technology) Antifreeze/Coolant, or equivalent HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) coolant (usually pink or orange).
Engine Mounts:
Premature wear of engine and transmission mounts, leading to vibration.
Transmission Problems:
Transmission solenoid issues, torque converter shudder, and fluid leaks on automatic transmissions.
Suspension Components:
Wear in control arm bushings, ball joints, and tie rod ends.
Cooling System Leaks:
Plastic radiator tanks can develop leaks over time.
Oil Leaks:
Valve cover gasket and oil pan gasket leaks are common.
Evaporative Emissions System:
EVAP canister purge solenoid failures can trigger Check Engine Light.
