2008 DODGE MAGNUM SRT checking oil

These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
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 five
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 1.0 qt (1.0L) 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.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Engine Oil Dipstick
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385
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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 303
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 176
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 185
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 374
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 364
Jump Starting......................... 371
Overheating.......................... 364
Towing ............................. 375
Emission Control System Maintenance......382,434
Engine............................... 380
Air Cleaner.......................... 388
Block Heater......................... 281
Break-In Recommendations................ 73
Checking Oil Level..................... 385
Compartment......................... 380
Coolant (Antifreeze).................398,430
Cooling ............................. 397
Exhaust Gas Caution................ 37,74,340Fails to Start.......................... 280
Flooded, Starting...................... 280
Fuel Requirements..................... 337
Jump Starting......................... 371
Oil ...........................385,429,430
Oil Change Interval.................... 386
Oil Filler Cap......................... 386
OilFilter ............................ 387
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 387
Oil Selection.......................386,429
Overheating.......................... 364
Starting............................. 277
Temperature Gauge..................... 176
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 386
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 60
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 338
Event Data Recorder...................... 61
Exhaust Gas Caution............ 37,74,75,340,397
INDEX 457
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Vanity ............................... 86
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 327
Mopar Parts.........................384,446
MP3 Player.........................205,225
MTBE/ETBE........................... 338
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 129
Navigation Radio........................ 225
Navigation System....................... 225
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 73
Occupant Restraints....................... 38
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............337,430
Odometer............................. 175
Trip ................................ 175
Oil, Engine.........................385,430
Capacity............................ 429Change Interval....................... 386
Checking............................ 385
Dipstick............................. 385
Disposal............................ 387
Filter ............................387,430
Filter Disposal........................ 387
Materials Added to..................... 387
Recommendation...................386,429
Viscosity..........................386,429
Oil Filter, Change........................ 387
Oil Filter, Selection....................... 387
Onboard Diagnostic System..............381,382
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 143
Operating Precautions.................... 381
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 84
Overhead Console....................... 142
Overheating, Engine...................... 364
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).......... 447
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