2005 CHRYSLER 300 SRT oil viscosity

Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55
mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT
OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE
USED.A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)
follow the safety tips below.
Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined
areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or
out of the area.
If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
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as SL/CF and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler
Material Standard MS-10725. Use Mopar or an equivalent
oil meeting the specification MS-10725.
The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic
engine oil, such as Mobil 1SAE 0W-40 or equivalent.
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart
The proper SAE viscosity grade of engine oil should be
selected based on the following recommendation and be
within the operating temperature shown in the engine oil
viscosity chart.
Materials Added to Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and
it’s performance may be impaired by supplemental ad-
ditives.
Disposing of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your dealer, service station, or
governmental agency for advice on how and where used
oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area.
Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine
oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
The manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil
filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality
of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND
GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
Engine Oil (6.1 Liter) Use API rated SL/CF full synthetic engine oil. SAE 0W-40 is recommended.
Refer to the engine oil viscosity chart for the correct SAE grade meeting
DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-10725.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com-
partment.
Oil Filter (6.1 Liter) Mopar05281090 or equivalent.
Fuel Selection (6.1 Liter) Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Only or higher.
Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Automatic Transmission MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Brake Master Cylinder MoparDOT 3 and SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used. Use only rec-
ommended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Rear Axle API rated GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
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Break-In Recommendations............... 56
Checking Oil Level.................... 241
Compartment........................ 237
Coolant (Antifreeze)................252,276
Cooling............................ 252
Exhaust Gas Caution................56,217
Fails to Start......................... 182
Fuel Requirements.................214,275
Oil ..........................241,275,276
Oil Change Interval................... 242
Oil Selection......................242,275
Overheating......................... 225
Temperature Gauge................... 137
Engine Oil Viscosity..................... 243
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................ 243
Enhanced Accident Response Feature......... 46
Event Data Recorder..................... 47
Exhaust Gas Caution...............56,217,251
Exhaust System........................ 251
Exterior Folding Mirrors.................. 64
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 244Air Conditioning..................177,249
Engine Fuel......................... 245
Engine Oil.......................243,276
Engine Oil Disposal................... 243
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 224
Turn Signal.......................... 134
Flash-To-Pass.......................... 101
Floor Console.......................... 126
Fluid Capacities........................ 275
Fluid Leaks............................ 58
Fluid Level Checks
Brake.............................. 258
Cooling System....................... 252
Engine Oil.......................... 241
Power Steering....................... 249
Fluids............................... 276
Fog Lights.........................101,134
Folding Rear Seat....................... 93
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 232
Fuel................................. 214
Adding............................. 218
Additives........................... 216
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Multi-Function Control Lever............... 99
Navigation System...................... 166
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 56
Occupant Restraints...................... 28
Oil, Engine.........................241,276
Capacity............................ 275
Change Interval...................... 242
Checking........................... 241
Disposal............................ 243
Filter...........................243,276
Filter Disposal....................... 243
Materials Added to.................... 243
Recommendation..................242,275
Viscosity............................ 275
Onboard Diagnostic System............238,239
Opener, Garage Door.................... 115
Operator Manuals (Owner’s Manuals)......... 4
Overhead Console...................... 114
Overheating, Engine..................137,225
Owner’s Manual......................4,299Panic Alarm........................... 20
Park Assist System, Rear.................. 85
Parking Brake......................... 191
Parking On Hill........................ 192
Passing Light.......................... 101
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 94
Personal Settings....................... 147
Pets.................................. 55
Phone, Cellular......................... 66
Phone, Hands-Free....................... 66
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 201
Power
Brakes............................. 193
Distribution Center.................... 264
Door Locks.......................... 16
Mirrors............................. 64
Outlet.............................. 123
Seats............................... 87
Steering............................ 196
Steering, Checking.................... 249
Sunroof............................ 120
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......... 106
Windows............................ 23
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Shifting............................ 183
Transmitter Battery Service................ 21
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener........... 115
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry........... 19
Transporting Pets........................ 55
Tread Wear Indicators................... 209
Trip Odometer Reset Button............... 138
Trunk Release, Emergency................. 27
Trunk Release Remote Control.............. 26
Turn Signals........................101,134
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 301
Universal Transmitter.................... 115
Unleaded Gasoline...................... 214
Vanity Mirrors.......................... 65
Variance, Compass...................... 144
Vehicle Certification Label................ 219
Vehicle Identification Number............... 6
Vehicle Loading..................202,219,220
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 7
Vehicle Storage......................177,268
Vehicle Theft Alarm...................... 22
Viscosity, Engine Oil..................... 243Warning Flasher, Hazard................. 224
Warnings and Cautions.................... 6
Warranty Information.................... 297
Washer, Adding Fluid..............104,106,251
Washers, Headlight..................... 105
Washers, Windshield.................... 102
Washing Vehicle........................ 261
Wheel Alignment and Balance............. 210
Wheel and Wheel Trim................... 262
Wheel Bearings........................ 260
Wind Buffeting......................26,122
Window Airbag.......................36,44
Window Fogging....................... 177
Windows.............................. 23
Power.............................. 23
Windshield Defroster.................... 175
Windshield Washers..................102,251
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 250
Windshield Wipers...................... 102
Wiper Blade Replacement................. 250
Wipers, Intermittent..................... 104
Wipers, Rain Sensitive................... 103
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