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Maintenance Schedule - Long Trip/Highway Gasoline

Important: Additional maintenance recommendations are in this subsection. Also refer to Owner Checks and Services , Periodic Maintenance Inspection .

The services shown in this schedule up to 166 000 km (100,000 mi) should be preformed after 166 000 km (100,000 mi) at the same intervals. The services shown at 240 000 km (150,000 mi) should be preformed at the same interval after 240 000 km (150,000 mi).

Footnotes

[Dagger] The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.

# Lubricate the front suspension, kingpin bushings, steering linkage and rear driveline center splines.

+ A good time to check the brakes is during tire rotation. For Brake System Inspection, refer to Periodic Maintenance Inspection

** Drive axle service, for proper lubricant use refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .

    • Check fluid level and add fluid as needed. If driving in dusty areas or when towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill every 25 000 km (150,000 miles).
    • If this vehicle has a locking differential, drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change.

12 500 km (7,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires. +

25 000 km (15,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter every (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Inspect the shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. or equipped with Diesel Engine Only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Rotate tires. +

37 500 km (22,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires. +

50 000 km (30,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #.
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
    • Rotate tires. +
    • Replace the fuel filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service. [Dagger]
    • Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Inspect shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. or equipped with Diesel Engine Only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

62 500 km (37,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires. +

75 000 km (45,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the rear axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Inspect shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. or equipped with Diesel Engine Only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Rotate tires. +

83 000 km (50,000 miles)

    • Change the automatic transmission fluid and the filter if the vehicle's GVWR is over 3 900 kg (8,600 lbs), or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:
       - In heavy traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 32°C (90°F) or higher.
       - In hilly or mountainous terrain
       - When doing frequent trailer towing
       - Vehicles performing taxi, police or delivery services
    • If this vehicle is not used under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km).

87 500 km (52,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires. +

100 000 km (60,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter every (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the rear axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, which ever occurs first).
    • Rotate the tires. +
    • Inspect the engine accessory drive belt.
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Replace the air filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service 
    • Replace the fuel filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service. [Dagger]
    • Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Inspect the fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks (7.4L gasoline engine). Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace the parts as needed.
        This is an Emission Control Service.[Dagger] 
    • Inspect the shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. or equipped with Diesel Engine Only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Inspect the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system (if equipped).
        This is an Emission Control Service. [Dagger]
    • Inspect the Evaporative Control System. Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up, routing and condition. Check that the purge valve works properly if equipped. replace as needed.
        This is an Emission Control Service. [Dagger]

112 500 km (67,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the rear axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires. +

125 000 km (75,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Inspect the shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. or equipped with Diesel Engine Only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Rotate the tires. +

137 500 km (82,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. +
    • Rotate the tires.  +

150 000 km (90,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
    • Replace the fuel filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service. [Dagger]
    • Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Inspect the shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Rotate the tires. +

162 500 km (97,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the rear axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires.  +

166 000 km (100,000 miles)

    • Inspect the spark plug wires.
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Replace the spark plugs.
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Change the automatic transmission fluid and the filter if the vehicle's GVWR is over 3 900 kg (8,600 lbs), or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:
       - In heavy traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 32°C (90°F) or higher.
       - In hilly or mountainous terrain
       - When doing frequent trailer towing
       - Vehicles performing taxi, police or delivery services
    • If this vehicle has not been used under the severe conditions listed previously and, therefore, the automatic transmission fluid has not been changed, change both the fluid and the filter.
    • Inspect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve.
        This is an Emission Control Service.

240 000 km (150,000 Miles)

    • Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first).
    • Inspect the radiator and heater hoses.
    • Clean the radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
        This is an Emission Control Service.

Maintenance Schedule - Long Trip/Highway Diesel

Important: Additional maintenance recommendations are in this subsection. Also refer to Owner Checks and Services , Periodic Maintenance Inspection .

The services shown in this schedule up to 166 000 km (100,000 mi) should be preformed after 166 000 km (100,000 mi) at the same intervals. The services shown at 240 000 km (150,000 mi) should be preformed at the same interval after 240 000 km (150,000 mi).

Footnotes

[Dagger] The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.

# Lubricate the front suspension, kingpin bushings, steering linkage and rear driveline center splines.

+ A good time to check the brakes is during tire rotation. For brake system inspection, refer to Periodic Maintenance Inspection

** Drive axle service, for proper lubricant use refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .

    • Check fluid level and add fluid as needed. If driving in dusty areas or when towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill every 25 000 km (150,000 miles)
    • If this vehicle has a locking differential, drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change.

12 500 km (7,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires. +

25 000 km (15,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter every (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Inspect the shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. or equipped with Diesel Engine Only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Rotate tires. +
    • Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten the connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • If this engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

37 500 km (22,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires. +

50 000 km (30,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #.
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
    • Rotate the tires. +
    • Replace the fuel filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service. [Dagger]
    • Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Inspect shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. or equipped with Diesel Engine Only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten the connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • If this engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

62 500 km (37,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires. +

75 000 km (45,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the rear axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Inspect shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. or equipped with Diesel Engine Only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Rotate tires. +
    • Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten the connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • If this engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

83 000 km (50,000 miles)

    • Change the automatic transmission fluid and the filter if the vehicle's GVWR is over 3 900 kg (8,600 lbs), or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:
      • In heavy traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 32°C (90°F) or higher.
      • In hilly or mountainous terrain
      • When doing frequent trailer towing
      • Vehicles performing taxi, police or delivery services
    • If this vehicle is not used under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km).

87 500 km (52,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires. +

100 000 km (60,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter every (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the rear axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, which ever occurs first).
    • Rotate the tires. +
    • Inspect the engine accessory drive belt.
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Replace the fuel filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service. [Dagger]
    • Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Inspect the shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. or equipped with Diesel Engine Only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Inspect the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system (if equipped).
        This is an Emission Control Service. [Dagger]
    • Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten the connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • If this engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Check the crankcase depression regulator valve system for any worn, plugged or collapsed hoses.
        This is an Emission Control Service.

112 500 km (67,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and the filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the rear axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires. +

125 000 km (75,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Inspect the shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. or equipped with Diesel Engine Only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Rotate the tires. +
    • Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten the connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • If this engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

137 500 km (82,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. +
    • Rotate the tires.  +

150 000 km (90,000 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
    • Replace the fuel filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service. [Dagger]
    • Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Inspect the shields for damage or looseness (Vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. only). Adjust or replace as required.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • Rotate the tires. +
    • Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten the connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
    • If this engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
        This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

162 500 km (97,500 miles)

    • Change the engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
        This is an Emission Control Service.
    • Lubricate the chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). #
    • Inspect the rear axle fluid level. Add fluid as needed. **
    • Rotate the tires.  +

166 000 km (100,000 miles)

    • Change the automatic transmission fluid and the filter if the vehicle's GVWR is over 3 900 kg (8,600 lbs), or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:
      • In heavy traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 32°C (90°F) or higher.
      • In hilly or mountainous terrain
      • When doing frequent trailer towing
      • Vehicles performing taxi, police or delivery services
    • If this vehicle has not been used under the severe conditions listed previously and, therefore, the automatic transmission fluid has not been changed, change both the fluid and the filter.

240 000 km (150,000 Miles)

  1. Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first).
  2. Inspect the radiator and heater hoses.
  3. Clean the radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.

    4. This is an Emission Control Service.