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Dodge 2007 Power Wagon User Manual

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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 accu-
racy 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 bottle, brake master

cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.

• Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct

operation.

At Each Oil Change

• Change the engine oil filter.
• Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting and tie rod

end links.

• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect the brake hoses.
• Inspect the U—joints and front suspension compo-

nents.

• Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
• Check the manual transmission fluid level.
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting.

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