2008 DODGE MAGNUM oil viscosity

NOTE:Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seat backs as you remove slack in
the strap.
WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.
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 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 detri-
mental 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
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Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to ªMaintenance Scheduleº in Section 8 of this
manual for information on this system.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months,
whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacture only
recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet
the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard
MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacture only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) Ð 2.7L and 5.7L
Engines
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
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The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to the ªEngine Com-
partmentº 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 for more details.
Lubricants, which do not have both, the engine oil
certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
number should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) Ð 3.5L Engine
SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred for use in 3.5L
Engines for all operating temperatures.The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to the ªEngine Com-
partmentº illustration in this section.
Lubricants, which do not have both, the engine oil
certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
number 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 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 its
performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives.
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Oil Change Interval...............179,188,393
Oil Filler Cap......................393,394
Oil Filter............................ 395
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 395
Oil Selection.......................393,436
Oil Synthetic......................... 394
Operation............................ 75
Overheating.......................... 361
Starting............................. 267
Temperature Gauge..................... 175
Engine Oil Viscosity...................393,394
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 62
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 333
Event Data Recorder...................... 64
Exhaust Gas Caution..............40,77,335,405
Exhaust System.......................77,404
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 87
Exterior Lighting........................ 124Exterior Lights.......................... 79
Filler Location Fuel...................... 336
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 396
Air Conditioning....................258,401
Engine Fuel.......................... 396
Engine Oil........................395,438
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 395
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 360
Turn Signal......................79,128,176
Flash-To-Pass........................... 128
Flat Tire Changing....................... 362
Flooded Engine Starting................... 270
Floor Console.......................... 154
Fluid, Brake........................... 440
Fluid Capacities......................... 436
Fluid Leaks............................. 79
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Navigation System....................... 219
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 75
Occupant Restraints....................... 41
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............332,438
Odometer..........................174,179
Trip .............................174,179
Oil Change Indicator..................179,188
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..............179,188
Oil, Engine.........................391,438
Capacity............................ 436
Change Interval..................179,188,393
Checking.........................391,392
Dipstick..........................391,392
Disposal............................ 395
Filter............................395,438
Filter Disposal........................ 395
Identification Logo..................... 393
Materials Added to..................... 394Recommendation...................393,436
Synthetic............................ 394
Viscosity.......................393,394,436
Oil Filter, Change........................ 395
Oil Filter, Selection....................... 395
Onboard Diagnostic System..............387,388
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLinkt) ........... 140
Operating Precautions.................... 387
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 86
Overdrive............................. 277
Overhead Console....................... 139
Overheating, Engine...................176,361
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual).......... 454
Paint Care............................. 416
Panic Alarm............................ 24
Parking Brake.......................... 290
Parking On Hill......................... 291
Passing Light........................... 128
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Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................258,428
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 18
Video Entertainment System (Rear Seat Video
System)............................... 240
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................393,394
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 360
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description)........................... 174
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 453
Washer, Adding Fluid...............133,261,404
Washer, Rear........................... 260
Washers, Windshield................130,132,404
Washing Vehicle......................... 417
Water
Driving Through...................... 288Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 319
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 418
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 418
Wheel Bearings......................... 416
Wind Buffeting.......................38,149
Window Airbag (Side Curtain).............53,59
Window Fogging........................ 258
Windows.............................. 35
Power............................... 35
Windshield Defroster................78,250,256
Windshield Washers................130,132,404
Fluid............................... 404
Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 403
Windshield Wipers....................... 130
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 403
Wiper, Delay........................131,260
Wiper, Rear.........................260,403
Wipers, Intermittent...................131,260
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