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Question posted by Dray19684 on December 1st, 2016

I Put Power Stearing Fluid In Brake Oil

put wrong stuff in brake reserve

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Answer #1: Posted by jdfitchett on December 1st, 2016 9:11 PM
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You need to do a complete brake system flush. The hydraulics in your brakes work only with a certain fluid. PS fluid may screw things up

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Owner Manual - Page 94

... Examine tires for cuts, cracks and bulges. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately. 2 Check for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect sidewalls for excessive tread wear and...
Owner Manual - Page 291

... ...306 Ⅵ On-Road Driving Tips ...307 Ⅵ Power Steering ...307 ▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ...308 Ⅵ Parking Brake ...309 Ⅵ Anti-Lock Brake System ...311 Ⅵ Electronic Brake Control System ...313 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...314 ▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ...314 ▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...315 ▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM...
Owner Manual - Page 311

... possible. Continued operation with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Power Steering Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at the end of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and it should only be checked on a level surface and with reduced...
Owner Manual - Page 403

... YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Exhaust System ...415 ▫ Cooling System ...417 ▫ Brake System ...422 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...424 ▫ Transfer Case ...426 ▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ...427 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion ...427 Ⅵ Fuses ...432 ▫ Totally Integrated Power Module ...432 Ⅵ Replacement Bulbs ...438 Ⅵ Bulb Replacement ...438...
Owner Manual - Page 426

... when pads are replaced. Refer to fall as the brake pads wear. Using the wrong type of the master cylinder area before removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for your brake system and/or impair its performance. Refer to...
Owner Manual - Page 427

...! (Continued) • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to avoid its contact with these surfaces. Brake seal components could result in a collision. Brake fluid can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the brake fluid to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) •...
Owner Manual - Page 448

..., then DOT 4 is acceptable. SAE 75W-90 Gear Lubricant or equivalent. MOPAR௡ DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. Use only recommended brake fluids. MOPAR௡ ATF+4௡ Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4௡ product. Power Steering Reservoir 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Transfer Case Front Axle Rear...
Owner Manual - Page 453

...fluid levels of equal size, type and circumference on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. S C H • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct E operation. Any difference in damage to balance tire wear. Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the transfer case. S 8 • Inspect the brake... Oil Change L E • Change the engine oil filter...
Owner Manual - Page 455

... Engine). ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. ❏ Inspect the transfer case fluid. ❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. &#...km) or N T 18 Months Maintenance E Service Schedule N ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil A filter. replace if necessary. 8 Odometer Reading Repair Order # Signature, Authorized Service Center...
Owner Manual - Page 456

...brake linings, replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect the front and rear axle fluid...❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate ...
Owner Manual - Page 457

... Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at .... ❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) if using your vehicle for any ...plugs (3.7L Engine). ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. ❏ Inspect the brake linings; M 454 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I 56...
Owner Manual - Page 458

...fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil... filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at 60 months or 104,000 miles (169 000 km) whichever comes first. ❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace...
Owner Manual - Page 463

...Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. ❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace ...miles (221 000 km). ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. ❏ Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of irregular wear,...
Owner Manual - Page 464

...brake linings, replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. ❏ Inspect the front and rear axle fluid... ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the...
Owner Manual - Page 478

... ...299,304 Autostick ...301 Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...179 Auxiliary Power Outlet ...179 Axle Fluid ...445 B-Pillar Location ...325 Battery ...411 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ...24 Belts, Seat ...43,89 Body Mechanism Lubrication ...413 Brake Assist System ...315 Brake Control System, Electronic ...313 Brake Fluid ...445 Brake System ...422 Anti-Lock (ABS) ...311,314...
Owner Manual - Page 480

...99 Defroster, Windshield ...89,276,281 Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...179 Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ...158 Electrical Power Outlets ...179 Diagnostic System, Onboard ...403 Electronic Brake Control System ...313 Anti-Lock Brake System ...314 Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...152 Dipsticks Brake Assist System ...315 Oil (Engine) ...407 Electronic Roll Mitigation ...316 Traction Control...
Owner Manual - Page 482

... Hazard Warning ...380 Turn Signal ...91,201,439,440,441 Flooded Engine Starting ...292 Floor Console ...184 Fluid Capacities ...443 Fluid Leaks ...91 Fluid Level Checks ...426,427 Automatic Transmission ...424 Engine Oil ...407 Power Steering ...308 Fluid, Brake ...445 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...444 Fog Light Service ...440 Fog Lights ...152,440 Folding Rear Seat ...146...
Owner Manual - Page 488

... Parking Brake ...309 Parking On Hill ...309 Passing Light ...152 Personal Settings ...224 Pets ...86 Pets, Transporting ...86 Phone, Cellular ...100 Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ...100 Placard, Tire and Loading Information ...325 Polishing and Waxing ...428 Power Door Locks ...30 Mirrors ...99 Steering ...307,308 Sunroof ...175 Windows ...34 Power Steering Fluid ...445...
User Guide - Page 67

... Type GL-5 Gear Lube or equivalent. MOPAR Power Steering Fluid +4 or ® ® MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent ® licensed ATF+4 product. - - - Engine Oil with Filter 4.0L Fuel Selection 3.7L, 4.0L 19.5 Gallons (73.8 Liters) - - - - Use Only recommended Brake Fluids. MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent ® licensed ATF+4 product...
User Guide - Page 80

..., Seat ...Brake Fluid ...Brake System Warning Light ...Bulb Replacement ...20,21 . . 10 . . 52 ...8 . . 51 ECO ...40 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...19 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) . . 49 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...51 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ...39,40 Engine Compartment ...63 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...51 Oil Selection ...65...

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