Maintenance: Service and Repair

NOISE CONTROL SYSTEMS
All vehicles built over 4535 kg [10,000 lbs.] Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and manufactured after 1/1/78 for sale and use in the United States are required to comply with the Federal Government's Exterior Noise Regulations. These vehicles can be identified by the Noise Emissions Control Label located in the operator's compartment.

REQUIRED MAINTENANCE FOR NOISE CONTROL SYSTEMS
The following maintenance services must be performed every 6 months or 9600 km [6,000 miles] whichever occurs first to assure proper operation of the noise control systems. Inspection and service should be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. In addition, proper maintenance of the entire vehicle will help the effectiveness of the noise control system.

EXHAUST SYSTEM
Inspect the entire exhaust system for leaks and damage parts. Devices such as hangers, clamps, and U-bolts should be tight and In good condition. Damaged components, burned or blown out mufflers, burned or rusted out exhaust pipes should be replaced according to the procedure and specifications outlined.

AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY
Inspect air cleaner housing for proper assembly and fit. Make certain that the air cleaner is properly positioned and the cover is tight. Check all hoses leading to the cleaner for tightness. The air filter element must also be clean and serviced according to the instruction outlined in the service intervals.

TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED
Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair, or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser of while it is in use, (2) the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered Inoperative by any person.

PARTS REQUIRING NO LUBRICATION
There are many points that should not be lubricated; some because they are permanently lubricated, some because lubricants will be detrimental to their operating characteristics, and some because lubricants will cause component failures. In particular rubber bushings should not be lubricated since this not only will cause them to fail, but will destroy their necessary frictional characteristics. Parts that should not be lubricated are as follows:

^ Alternator Bearings
^ Idler Arm Assembly
^ Suspension Strut Bearing
^ Water Pump Bearings
^ Drive Belts
^ Rubber Bushings
^ Throttle Control Cable
^ Fan Belt Idler Pulley
^ Starter Bearings
^ Throttle Linkage

PARTS AND LUBRICATION RECOMMENDATIONS
Your Chrysler Motor vehicle has been engineered to perform for you for years to come. You will occasionally require service and maintenance for your vehicle and Chrysler Motor recommends the use of "MOPAR" brand parts and accessories. Each MOPAR part has been specifically designed to maintain top efficiency and quality by the same team of engineers who designed your vehicle.

A WORD ABOUT MAINTENANCE
Preventative maintenance is the easiest and least expensive type of maintenance. Follow the maintenance schedule recommendations outlined in service intervals.

Keep records of regularly scheduled maintenance.

Use the correct fuel, oil, and coolant in your engine as specified in Specifications.