2013 Dodge Dart Owner Manual - Page 566

M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 564 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change • Check engine oil level. indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for • Check windshield washer fluid level. scheduled maintenance. • Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, and vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions brake master cylinder as needed. such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will • Check function of all interior and exterior lights. influence when the "Change Oil" message is displayed. Required Maintenance Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) pages for required maintenance. since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km). NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first.