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2003 Chrysler Intrepid (CANADA) V6-2.7LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Oil: Service and Repair
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE IRRITATING TO THE SKIN. AVOID PROLONGED OR REPEATED SKIN CONTACT WITH ENGINE OIL. CONTAMINANTS IN USED ENGINE OIL, CAUSED BY INTERNAL COMBUSTION, CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH. THOROUGHLY WASH EXPOSED SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT WASH SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL FUEL, THINNER, OR SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN RESULT. DO NOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE OIL PROPERLY. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR GOVERNMENT AGENCY FOR LOCATION OF COLLECTION CENTER IN YOUR AREA.
Change engine oil and filter at mileage and time intervals.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
1. Run engine until achieving normal operating temperature.
2. Position the vehicle on a level surface and turn engine off.
3. Hoist and support vehicle on safety stands.
4. Remove oil fill cap (Fig. 86).
5. Place a suitable drain pan under crankcase drain.
6. Remove drain plug from crankcase and allow oil to drain into pan. Inspect drain plug threads for stretching or other damage. Replace drain plug and gasket if damaged.
7. Remove oil filter.
8. Install drain plug in crankcase.
9. Install new oil filter.
10. Lower vehicle and fill crankcase with specified type and amount of engine oil, (Fig. 86).
11. Install oil fill cap.
12. Start engine and inspect for leaks.
13. Stop engine and inspect oil level.
OIL FILTER SPECIFICATION
All engines are equipped with a high quality fullflow, disposable type oil filter. When replacing oil filter, use a Mopar filter or equivalent.
USED ENGINE OIL DISPOSAL
Care should be exercised when disposing used engine oil after it has been drained from a vehicle engine.
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE IRRITATING TO THE SKIN. AVOID PROLONGED OR REPEATED SKIN CONTACT WITH ENGINE OIL. CONTAMINANTS IN USED ENGINE OIL, CAUSED BY INTERNAL COMBUSTION, CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH. THOROUGHLY WASH EXPOSED SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT WASH SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL FUEL, THINNER, OR SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN RESULT. DO NOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE OIL PROPERLY. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR GOVERNMENT AGENCY FOR LOCATION OF COLLECTION CENTER IN YOUR AREA.
Change engine oil and filter at mileage and time intervals.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
1. Run engine until achieving normal operating temperature.
2. Position the vehicle on a level surface and turn engine off.
3. Hoist and support vehicle on safety stands.
4. Remove oil fill cap (Fig. 86).
5. Place a suitable drain pan under crankcase drain.
6. Remove drain plug from crankcase and allow oil to drain into pan. Inspect drain plug threads for stretching or other damage. Replace drain plug and gasket if damaged.
7. Remove oil filter.
8. Install drain plug in crankcase.
9. Install new oil filter.
10. Lower vehicle and fill crankcase with specified type and amount of engine oil, (Fig. 86).
11. Install oil fill cap.
12. Start engine and inspect for leaks.
13. Stop engine and inspect oil level.
OIL FILTER SPECIFICATION
All engines are equipped with a high quality fullflow, disposable type oil filter. When replacing oil filter, use a Mopar filter or equivalent.
USED ENGINE OIL DISPOSAL
Care should be exercised when disposing used engine oil after it has been drained from a vehicle engine.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.