2006 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY oil viscosity

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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83
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American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for
your vehicle.
For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to
the Engine Compartment illustration in this section. Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
There are a number of engine oils being promoted as
either synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you chose to use
such a product, use
onlythose oils that are American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certified and have the recom-
mended SAE viscosity grade. Follow the maintenance
schedule that describes your driving type.
Materials Added to Engine Oil
The manufacture strongly recommends against the addi-
tion 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405
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Automatic Dimming..................... 92
Electric Remote ........................ 94
Exterior Folding ........................ 93
Heated .............................. 95
Memory ............................. 143
Outside .............................. 94
Rearview ............................. 92
Vanity ............................... 95
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 341
Mopar Parts ......................... 401,471
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 153
Navigation System ....................... 263
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 82
Occupant Restraints ....................... 41
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 346
Odometer ............................. 216 Oil, Engine
......................... 402,445
Capacity ............................ 444
Change Interval ....................... 404
Checking ............................ 402
Disposal ............................ 406
Filter ............................ 406,445
Filter Disposal ........................ 406
Identification Logo ..................... 405
Materials Added to ..................... 405
Recommendation ................... 404,444
Synthetic ............................ 405
Viscosity .......................... 405,444
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............399,400
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink ) ........... 173
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 92
Overdrive ............................. 316
Overhead Console ....................... 163
Overhead Travel Information Center .......... 163
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