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Jeep Maintenance Schedule for Charleston Drivers

Jeep Maintenance in Charleston

At Rick Hendrick Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Charleston, our car care service is spot on. We want to remove the uncertainty of when is the right time to service your car. Here we have a Jeep Maintenance schedule outlined for you to know when and what to do from day to day and once every number of miles.

  • Monthly Maintenance: Tire pressure, fluids, and exterior bulbs.
  • Oil Change Intervals: Oil and filter change, rotate tires, and brake inspection.
  • Every 20,000 Miles: Front suspension inspection, A/C check, and brake linings.

Jeep Service Center Near The Citadel

Our Jeep service department wants to make it easier for you to get the best vehicle service for an affordable price. Check out our service and parts coupons to help save you money on maintaining your vehicle. Your Jeep Maintenance Schedule intervals can also be found in the owner’s manual. Each will vary based on the model and year of your vehicle.

Jeep Maintenance Rick Hendrick Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Charleston

Once a Month and Before Long Trips

  • Check fluid levels, including
    • Oil
    • Coolant
    • Brake Fluid
    • Windshield Washer Fluid
    • Power Steering Fluid
  • Check tire pressure and inspect tires for uneven wear or damage.
  • Check your spare tire and ensure you have the tools to change it.
  • Check your exterior lights, including headlamps, brake lights, backup lights, and turn signals.

Oil Change Intervals (3,500+ Miles)

Oil changes are some of the most important regular maintenance services, but that’s partially because they remind you to check other things too.

  • Change your oil and oil filter.
  • Rotate your tires. Remember to rotate at the first sign of uneven wear, even if it’s before you are due for an oil change.
  • Inspect the battery, clean and tighten its terminals if necessary.
  • Inspect brakes (pads/rotors or shoes/drums) as well as your brake lines and parking brakes.
  • Inspect cooling system protection and hoses.
  • Inspect exhaust system.

Every 20,000 Miles

Not just at 20,000 miles but every 20,000 miles, be sure to hit all of these items on the checklist:

  • Inspect CV Joints
  • Inspect front suspension, boot seals, tie rod ends
  • Inspect brake linings and parking brake
  • Inspect AC and replace filter
  • Inspect engine air filter, replace if necessary

100,000 Miles

At 100,000 miles, you should remember to perform all of the 20,000-mile maintenance items as well as the following:

  • Replace spark plugs
  • Inspect and replace any power electronics
  • Inspect and replace PCV valve

150,000 Miles

Jeep SUVs are built to last both on- and off-road, but when you hit that 150,000-mile mark, you should be sure to take care of some special maintenance:

  • Inspect front accessory drive belt, replace if necessary
  • Inspect tensioner, replace if necessary
  • Inspect idler pulley, replace if necessary
Vehicle Disclaimers:

Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between June 2, 2026 and July 31, 2026, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Excludes Hendrick Performance vehicles. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 75 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by July 31, 2026. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details. Financing available to qualified buyers. Some exclusions apply. See dealer for complete details. 

*Offer includes all dealer discounts and OEM incentives. Offer does not include tax, tag, title, fees, and other dealer installed options. Discount varies by model and stock number. Example stock #T00482. See dealer for details. Take retail delivery by 6/30/2026. **0% APR Financing for 36 months equals $27.28 per month per $1,000 financed for well-qualified buyers through Stellantis Financial Services regardless of down payment. Not all buyers will qualify. Not compatible with any other incentive programs or offers. Contact dealer for details. Take retail delivery by 6/30/2026. ***Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between June 2, 2026 and July 31, 2026, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Excludes Hendrick Performance vehicles. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 75 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by July 31, 2026. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details. Financing available to qualified buyers. Some exclusions apply. See dealer for complete details.

*Offer includes all dealer discounts and OEM incentives. Offer does not include tax, tag, title, fees, and other dealer installed options. Discount varies by model and stock number. Example stock #T00482. See dealer for details. Take retail delivery by 6/30/2026. **Excludes Quad Cab and RHO Models. 2.9% APR Financing for 72 months equals $15.15 per month per $1,000 financed for well-qualified buyers through Stellantis Financial Services regardless of down payment. Not all buyers will qualify. Contact dealer for details. Take retail delivery by 6/30/2026. ***Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between June 2, 2026 and July 31, 2026, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Excludes Hendrick Performance vehicles. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 75 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by July 31, 2026. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details. Financing available to qualified buyers. Some exclusions apply. See dealer for complete details.

*Offer includes all dealer discounts and OEM incentives. Offer does not include tax, tag, title, fees, and other dealer installed options. Discount varies by model and stock number. Example stock #DT00428. See dealer for details. Take retail delivery by 6/30/2026. **0% APR Financing for 36 months equals $27.28 per month per $1,000 financed for well-qualified buyers through Stellantis Financial Services regardless of down payment. Not all buyers will qualify. Not compatible with any other incentive programs or offers. Contact dealer for details. Take retail delivery by 6/30/2026. ***Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between June 2, 2026 and July 31, 2026, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Excludes Hendrick Performance vehicles. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 75 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by July 31, 2026. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details. Financing available to qualified buyers. Some exclusions apply. See dealer for complete details.

*Offer includes all dealer discounts and OEM incentives. Offer does not include tax, tag, title, fees, and other dealer installed options. Discount varies by model and stock number. Example stock #T00372. See dealer for details. Take retail delivery by 6/30/2026. **A low-mileage lease for well-qualified lessees. Based on MSRP example of $45,495 with 22S package after all applicable offers and a $595 acquisition fee. Total due at lease signing includes a down payment and first month's payment. Offer requires dealer contribution. Tax, title & license extra. Lessee is solely responsible for early lease termination payments, fees, costs, penalties, excess wear and tear and mileage of $0.30/mile for each mile over 10,000 miles per year, if vehicle is returned at end of term. $395 disposition fee due at lease end. Dealer's actual terms may vary. Contact dealer for details. Offer through Stellantis Financial Services. Must take delivery by 6/30/2026. ***Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between June 2, 2026 and July 31, 2026, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Excludes Hendrick Performance vehicles. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 75 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by July 31, 2026. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details. Financing available to qualified buyers. Some exclusions apply. See dealer for complete details.

*Offer includes all dealer discounts and OEM incentives. Offer does not include tax, tag, title, fees, and other dealer installed options. Discount varies by model and stock number. Example stock #T00071. See dealer for details. Take retail delivery by 6/30/2026. **A low-mileage lease for well-qualified lessees. Based on MSRP example of $45,495 with 22S package after all applicable offers and a $595 acquisition fee. Total due at lease signing includes a down payment and first month's payment. Offer requires dealer contribution. Tax, title & license extra. Lessee is solely responsible for early lease termination payments, fees, costs, penalties, excess wear and tear and mileage of $0.30/mile for each mile over 10,000 miles per year, if vehicle is returned at end of term. $395 disposition fee due at lease end. Dealer's actual terms may vary. Contact dealer for details. Offer through Stellantis Financial Services. Must take delivery by 6/30/2026. ***Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between June 2, 2026 and July 31, 2026, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Excludes Hendrick Performance vehicles. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 75 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by July 31, 2026. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details. Financing available to qualified buyers. Some exclusions apply. See dealer for complete details.

*Offer includes all dealer discounts and OEM incentives. Offer does not include tax, tag, title, fees, and other dealer installed options. Discount varies by model and stock number. Example stock #T00067. See dealer for details. Take retail delivery by 6/30/2026. **Offer applies to 2026 Pacifica Select. 0% APR Financing for 36 months equals $27.28 per month per $1,000 financed for well-qualified buyers through Stellantis Financial Services regardless of down payment. Not all buyers will qualify. Not compatible with any other incentive programs or offers. Residency restrictions apply. Contact dealer for details. Must take delivery by 6/30/2026. ***Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between June 2, 2026 and July 31, 2026, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Excludes Hendrick Performance vehicles. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 75 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by July 31, 2026. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details. Financing available to qualified buyers. Some exclusions apply. See dealer for complete details.
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