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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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69
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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 that
meet the requirements of
DaimlerChrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-6395. Use Moparor an
equivalent oil meeting the specifi-
cation MS-6395.
Engine Oil Viscosity (3.7L and 4.7L Engines)
SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera-
ture starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil
filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil
viscosity for your vehicle.
Engine Oil Viscosity (5.7L Engines)
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera-
ture 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, see 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.
NOTE:Vehicles equipped with 5.7L engines must use
5W–20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper
operation of the Multiple Displacement System (MDS).
Refer to “Multi Displacement System” in Section 5 of this
manual.
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Block Heater......................... 255
Break-In Recommendations................ 68
Compartment......................... 346
Cooling ............................. 365
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 69,308
Fails to Start.......................... 254
Flooded, Starting...................... 254
Fuel Requirements..................305,388
Jump Starting......................... 338
Oil ..............................352,388
Oil Change Interval.................... 352
Oil Disposal.......................... 355
OilFilter ............................ 355
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 355
Oil Selection.......................... 388
Overheating.......................... 331
Starting............................. 253
Temperature Gauge..................... 182
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 354Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 354
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 55
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 18
Event Data Recorder...................... 56
Exhaust Gas Caution................... 69,308
Exhaust System......................... 364
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 41
ExteriorFinishCare ...................... 377
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 358
Engine Oil........................... 355
FinishCare ............................ 377
Flashers.............................. 330
Hazard Warning....................... 330
Turn Signal.......................... 178
Flipper Glass, Liftgate..................... 28
Flooded Engine Starting................... 254
Fluid Capacities......................... 388
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Occupant Classification System (OCS).......... 48
Occupant Restraints....................... 32
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 305
Odometer..........................183,184
Trip ................................ 183
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)..........276,376
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)..........276,376
Oil, Engine............................ 352
Capacity............................ 388
Change Interval....................... 352
Dipstick............................. 352
Filter ............................... 355
Identification Logo..................... 354
Materials Added to..................... 355
Pressure Warning Light.................. 180
Recommendation...................353,388
Viscosity..........................354,388
Onboard Diagnostic System..............348,349
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 152Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 80
Overdrive............................. 259
Overdrive OFF Switch.................... 259
Overhead Console....................... 152
Overheating, Engine...................182,331
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).......... 416
PaintCare ............................. 377
Paint Damage.......................... 377
Panic Alarm............................ 23
Park Assist System, Rear.................. 141
Parking Brake.......................... 269
Passing Light........................... 126
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 147
Pets.................................. 68
Pets, Transporting........................ 68
Phone, Cellular.......................... 82
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™)............. 82
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 285
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Transmission
Automatic........................256,372
Maintenance.......................... 372
Range Indicator....................... 184
Shifting ............................. 256
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . 24
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 152
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 21
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 294
Turn Signals.........................126,178
Underhood Fuses.....................383,385
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 417
Universal Transmitter..................... 152
Upholstery Care........................ 379
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 370
VanityMirrors ........................... 82
Variance, Compass....................... 198Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 8
Vehicle Loading......................... 286
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 9
Vehicle Storage.......................246,386
Video Entertainment System
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 224
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 354
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 330
Warnings and Cautions..................... 7
Warranty Information..................... 415
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 169
Washers, Windshield..................127,363
Washing Vehicle......................... 377
WaxingandPolishing ..................... 377
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 296
Wheel Mounting........................ 337
WindBuffeting ....................... 31,161
Window Fogging.....................235,247
436 INDEX