WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the
seat could come loose and allow the child to crash
into the inside of the vehicle or other passengers, or
even be thrown from the vehicle. Use only the anchor
positions directly behind the child seat to secure a
child restraint top tether strap. Follow the instruc-
tions for Child Restraint Tether Anchor in this sec-
tion. See your authorized dealer for help if necessary.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision. 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
mi (500 km). After the initial 60 mi (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.
Avoid wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear.
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. For
recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to ªEn-
gine Oilº under ªMaintenance Proceduresº in Section 7.
NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS
MUST NEVER BE USED.
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera-
ture starting and vehicle fuel economy. The 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.
NOTE:Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use
SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper
operation of the Multiple Displacement System (MDS).
Refer to ªMulti Displacement Systemº under ªStarting
and Operatingº in Section 5.
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
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed.
Materials Added to Engine Oils
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 its
performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives.
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 authorized dealer, service
392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 331
Oil Change Indicator..................169,207
Oil Change Indicator, Reset................. 207
Oil, Engine.........................390,437
Capacity............................ 436
Change Interval....................... 391
Dipstick............................. 390
Disposal............................ 392
Filter............................393,437
Filter Disposal........................ 392
Identification Logo..................... 391
Materials Added to..................... 392
Recommendation...................391,436
Synthetic............................ 392
Viscosity..........................392,436
Onboard Diagnostic System..............386,387
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLinkt) ........... 176
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 85
Overdrive..........................206,277Overdrive OFF Switch.................... 277
Overhead Console....................165,166
Overheating, Engine...................... 204
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual).......... 453
Panic Alarm............................ 24
Park Sense System, Rear................... 160
Parking Brake.......................... 289
Parking On Hill......................... 289
Passing Light........................... 150
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 155
Personal Settings........................ 170
Pets.................................. 74
Pets, Transporting........................ 74
Phone, Cellular....................88,220,221
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnectŸ)........88,220,221
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 308
Port
Universal Serial Bus (USB).............217,220
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