2006 DODGE MAGNUM adding oil

WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the proper equipment.
If you have any doubt about your ability to perform
a service job, take your vehicle to a competent
mechanic.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed
maintenance intervals, there are other items that should
operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it
could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance.
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level—2.7L, 3.5L Engines
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before
starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding one quart (.9L) of oil when the reading
is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
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CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Checking Oil Level—5.7L Engines
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before
starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level in the“SAFE”range. Adding one quart (.9L)
of oil when the reading is at the bottom of the“SAFE”
range will result in an oil level at the top of the“SAFE”
range on these engines.
Engine Oil Dipstick
Engine Oil Dipstick
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WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer
to Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for
further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced repairman.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar-
bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro-
tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by dealers or other service facilities
using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C System
Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres-
sor Oil, or Refrigerants.
A/C Air Filter—If Equipped
The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood,
behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger
side of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers. When
installing a new filter, ensure its proper orientation. To
replace the filter remove the access door in the cowl
screen by pressing the retaining clips. Slide the lid on the
filter adapter forward and down and remove used filter.
Install new filter with arrows pointing in the direction of
airflow, which is toward the rear of the vehicle (text and
arrows on the filter indicate this).
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Flash-To-Pass.......................... 100
Flat Tire Changing...................... 269
Floor Console.......................... 125
Fluid Capacities........................ 331
Fluid Leaks............................ 60
Fluid Level Checks
Brake.............................. 311
Cooling System....................... 305
Engine Oil.......................291,292
Power Steering....................... 302
Fluids............................... 332
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts........ 332
Fog Lights.........................100,144
Folding Rear Seat....................... 92
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 280
Fuel................................. 246
Adding............................. 250
Additives........................... 248
Clean Air........................... 247
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)................... 250
Filter.............................. 297
Gasoline............................ 246
Gauge............................. 141Hoses.............................. 312
Octane Rating.....................246,332
Requirements.....................246,331
Tank Capacity........................ 331
Fueling.............................. 250
Fuses................................ 318
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .......... 113
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)................. 250
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 247
Gasoline (Fuel)........................ 246
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 247
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 141
Fuel............................... 141
Speedometer......................... 141
Tachometer.......................... 141
Gear Ranges.......................... 205
General Information.................15,23,243
Glass Cleaning......................... 317
Gross Axle Weight Rating..............252,254
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............252,254
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