1998 Eagle Talon Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Service Intervals & Specifications

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (1)

Component Months Miles
Air Filter
Normal Service (2) 30,000
Severe Service (2) 15,000
Camshaft Timing Belt (2) 60,000
Coolant 24 30,000
Engine Oil
Normal Service 6 7500
Severe Service 3 3000
Engine Oil Filter
Normal Service (3) 12 15,000
Severe Service 6 6000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service (2) 30,000
Severe Service (2) 15,000
Spark Plug Wires 60 60,000
Automatic Transaxle Fluid Filter (4) (4)
Manual Transaxle Fluid (5) (5)
Transfer Case Fluid (5) (5)
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as continuous operation during freezing temperatures, continuous operation in stop and go traffic, long periods of engine idling, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2) Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
(3) If mileage is less than 7500 miles each year, replace oil filter at each oil change.
(4) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Under severe service, change fluid and filter (if equipped) every 15,000 miles on Non-Turbo model.
(5) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
4-CYLINDER BELT ADJUSTMENT (Tension In Lbs. (kg) Using Belt Tension Gauge)

Application New Belt Used Belt
Talon
Generator 110-160 (50-73) 90-110 (41-50)
Power Steering
With A/C 137-159 (62-72) 93-115 (42-52)
Without A/C 110-160 (50-73) 90-110 (41-50)
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