2008 DODGE NITRO oil viscosity

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
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.
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection for all
engines under all types of operating conditions, the
manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer-
tified 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
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
Engine Oil Viscosity (3.7L Engine)
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 shows the recommended engine oil viscosity
for your vehicle.
Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity (4.0L Engine)
The proper SAE viscosity grade of engine oil should be
selected based on the following recommendation and be
within the operating temperature shown in the engine oil
viscosity chart.
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SAE 10W-30engine oil is preferred. SAE 5W-30 engine oil
is allowed during cold weather only to improve cold
weather starting.
Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Materials Added To Engine Oils
The manufacturerstrongly recommendsagainst the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and it's
performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives.
Disposing of Used Engine Oil
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil from
your vehicle. Used oil, indiscriminately discarded, can
present a problem to the environment. Contact your
authorized dealer, service station, or governmental
agency for advice on how and where used oil can be
safely discarded in your area.
Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine
oil change.
NOTE:For best access to the oil filter, a drive on hoist
should be used instead of a chassis hoist (3.7L Only).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MopartAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
Engine Oil (3.7L Engine) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting material standard MS-6395
or equivalent.
Engine Oil (4.0L Engine) Use API Certified SAE 10W-30 engine oil, refer to oil viscosity chart for cor-
rect SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Engine Oil Filter MopartEngine Oil Filter, P/N 5281090 or equivalent.
Spark Plugs 3.7 Liter ZFR6F-11G (Gap 0.043º)
Spark Plugs 4.0 Liter ZFR5LP-13G (Gap 0.050º)
Fuel Selection (3.7L Engines) 87 Octane, (R+M)/2 Method
Fuel Selection (4.0L Engines) 87 Octane, (R+M)/2 Method Acceptable, 89 Octane, (R+M)/2 Method Pre-
ferred
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Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 133
Electronic Stability Program............... 134
Traction Control System................. 132
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 133
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 128
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).........134,170
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 184
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 334
Jacking............................. 336
Overheating.......................... 335
Towing............................. 343
Emission Control System Maintenance......351,398
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 361
Block Heater......................... 248
Break-In Recommendations................ 76
Compartment......................348,349
Compartment Identification............348,349Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 395
Exhaust Gas Caution..................76,309
Fails to Start.......................... 246
Flooded, Starting...................... 246
Fuel Requirements..................306,394
Jump Starting......................... 341
Oil ...........................354,394,395
Oil Disposal.......................... 357
Oil Filter............................ 357
Oil Selection.......................... 394
Overheating.......................... 335
Starting............................. 245
Temperature Gauge..................... 168
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 356
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 356
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 62
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 19
Event Data Recorder...................... 64
Exhaust Gas Caution...................76,309
420 INDEX

Vanity............................... 86
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 296
Mopar Parts.........................353,409
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 123
Navigation Radio........................ 225
Navigation System....................... 225
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 76
Occupant Restraints....................... 39
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 306
Odometer
Trip ................................ 179
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)............ 268
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)............ 268
Oil, Engine.........................354,395
Capacity............................ 394
Dipstick............................. 354Filter............................357,395
Identification Logo..................... 356
Materials Added to..................... 357
Recommendation...................356,394
Viscosity..........................356,394
Onboard Diagnostic System..............350,351
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLinkt) ........... 137
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 84
Overdrive.......................175,257,263
Overdrive OFF Switch.................257,263
Overheating, Engine...................169,335
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual).......... 410
Paint Care............................. 377
Paint Damage.......................... 377
Panic Alarm............................ 23
Parking Brake.......................... 272
Parking On Hill......................... 272
Passing Light........................... 124
426 INDEX

Transmission........................255,260
Automatic........................255,260
Fluid............................... 396
Maintenance.......................374,375
Manual............................. 249
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 24
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 137
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 24
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 291
Trip Computer.......................... 180
Trip Odometer.......................... 177
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 179
Turn Signals................125,171,390,391,392
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 87
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 412
Universal Transmitter..................... 137Upholstery Care........................ 380
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 371
Vanity Mirrors........................... 86
Variance, Compass....................182,190
Vehicle Certification Label................. 313
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 7
Vehicle Loading......................284,313
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 8
Vehicle Storage......................... 240
Video Entertainment System (Rear Seat Video
System)............................... 231
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 356
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 334
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description)........................... 168
Warning, Roll Over........................ 4
Warnings and Cautions..................... 7
432 INDEX