2009 CHRYSLER 300 oil viscosity

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 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 under “Engine Oil”, under “Maintenance Proce-
dures” 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.
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Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet
the requirements of Chrysler 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 (SAE Grade) — 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.
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 “Engine Compart-
ment” 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.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.5L Engine
SAE 10W-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures.
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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 “Engine Compart-
ment” 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.
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
Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak
detection dyes, to your engine oil. Engine oil is an
engineered product and its performance may be im-
paired by supplemental additives.
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
station, or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine
oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil
filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality
of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high
quality filters should be used to assure most efficient
service. MOPARengine oil filters are a high quality oil
filter and are recommended.
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Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 220
Emergency Deck Lid Release................ 40
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 411
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 396
Jacking............................. 397
Jump Starting......................... 408
Overheating.......................... 396
Towing............................. 412
Emergency Trunk Release................... 40
Emission Control System Maintenance......421,474
Engine..........................417,418,419
Air Cleaner.......................... 427
Block Heater......................... 312
Break-In Recommendations................ 75
Checking Oil Level..................423,424
Compartment...................417,418,419
Coolant (Antifreeze).................435,470
Cooling............................. 435Exhaust Gas Caution..................76,374
Fails to Start.......................... 311
Flooded, Starting...................... 311
Fuel Requirements..................... 370
Jump Starting......................... 408
Oil ...........................423,468,470
Oil Change Interval...............209,225,424
Oil Filler Cap......................... 425
Oil Filter............................ 426
Oil Filter Disposal..................... 426
Oil Selection.......................425,468
Oil Synthetic......................... 426
Overheating.......................... 396
Starting............................. 309
Temperature Gauge.................... 214
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 425
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 62
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 371
INDEX 507
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Heated.............................. 89
Outside.............................. 86
Rearview............................. 85
Vanity............................... 89
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 361
Mopar Parts.........................422,496
MTBE/ETBE........................... 371
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 140
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 75
Occupant Restraints....................... 41
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............370,470
Odometer..........................208,215
Trip .............................208,215
Oil Change Indicator..................209,225
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..............209,225
Oil, Engine.........................423,470Capacity............................ 468
Change Interval..................209,225,424
Checking.........................423,424
Dipstick..........................423,424
Disposal............................ 426
Filter............................426,470
Filter Disposal........................ 426
Identification Logo..................... 425
Materials Added to..................... 426
Recommendation...................425,468
Synthetic............................ 426
Viscosity.........................425,468
Oil Filter, Change........................ 426
Oil Filter, Selection....................... 426
Onboard Diagnostic System..............420,421
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 181
Operating Precautions.................... 420
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 86
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Vanity Mirrors........................... 89
Variance, Compass....................... 230
Vehicle Certification Label................. 378
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................346,377,379
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................303,456
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 18
Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 288
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 425
Voice Recognition System (VR).............. 118
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 396
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description)........................... 208
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 496
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 431Washers, Windshield..................145,431
Washing Vehicle......................... 445
Water
Driving Through...................... 328
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 446
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 446
Wind Buffeting.......................39,190
Window Airbag (Side Curtain).............52,59
Window Fogging........................ 303
Windows.............................. 35
Power............................... 35
Windshield Defroster................78,295,301
Windshield Washers...................143,145
Fluid............................... 431
Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 431
Windshield Wipers....................... 143
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 431
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 144
Wipers, Rain Sensitive.................... 146
522 INDEX