2009 CHRYSLER 300 SRT 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75
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The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic
engine oil, such as Mobil 1SAE 0W-40 or equivalent.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 0W-40 engine oil is preferred within the operating
temperatures shown in the engine oil viscosity chart. SAE
5W-40 engine oil is also allowed for use. The proper SAE
viscosity grade of engine oil should be selected based on
the following recommendation and be within the oper-
ating temperature shown in the engine oil viscosity chart.
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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MOPARAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent
Engine Oil (6.1L Engine) For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating
conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that
meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF, and
meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725. The manu-
facturer recommends the use of a full synthetic engine oil, such as Mobil 1
SAE 0W-40 or equivalent. For additional information, refer to the “Engine Oil
Selection” and “Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)” in the “Maintenance Pro-
cedures” section of this manual.
Oil Filter (6.1L Engine) MOPAREngine Oil Filter (P/N 04884899AB) or equivalent
Spark Plugs (6.1L Engine) PLZTR5A-13 (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm])
Fuel Selection (6.1L Engine) Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Only or higher
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Compartment......................... 395
Coolant (Antifreeze)................. 411,439
Cooling............................. 411
Exhaust Gas Caution..................76,370
Fails to Start.......................... 311
Flooded, Starting...................... 311
Fuel Requirements..................... 367
Jump Starting......................... 385
Oil ...........................400,438,439
Oil Change Interval.................... 400
Oil Filler Cap......................... 401
Oil Filter............................ 402
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 402
Oil Selection.......................400,438
Oil Synthetic......................... 402
Overheating.......................... 379
Starting............................. 307
Temperature Gauge..................... 209
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 401Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 62
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 367
Event Data Recorder...................... 64
Exhaust Gas Caution................76,370,409
Exhaust System.......................76,408
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 85
Exterior Lighting........................ 134
Exterior Lights.......................... 78
Filler Location Fuel...................... 371
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 403
Air Conditioning....................300,406
Engine Oil........................402,439
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 402
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 378
Turn Signal......................78,139,205
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Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 128
Memory Seat........................... 128
Memory Seats and Radio.................. 128
Methanol............................. 367
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 220
Mirrors................................ 84
Automatic Dimming..................... 84
Electric Powered....................... 86
Electric Remote........................ 86
Exterior Folding........................ 85
Heated.............................. 87
Outside.............................. 85
Vanity............................... 87
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 356
Mopar Parts.........................399,464
MTBE/ETBE........................... 367
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 138New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 75
Occupant Restraints....................... 41
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............367,439
Odometer............................. 210
Trip ................................ 210
Oil, Engine.........................400,439
Capacity............................ 438
Change Interval....................... 400
Checking............................ 400
Dipstick............................. 400
Disposal............................ 402
Filter............................402,439
Filter Disposal........................ 402
Materials Added to..................... 402
Recommendation...................400,438
Synthetic............................ 402
Viscosity..........................401,438
Oil Filter, Change........................ 402
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Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 40
Trunk Release Remote Control............... 39
Turn Signals.........................139,205
UCI Connector......................... 276
UConnect(Hands-Free Phone).............. 88
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 466
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 276
Universal Transmitter..................... 181
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 367
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 48
Vanity Mirrors........................... 87
Variance, Compass....................... 227
Vehicle Certification Label................. 373
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................343,373,375
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................300,431Vehicle Theft Alarm
(Security Alarm)......................... 18
Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 288
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 401
Voice Recognition System (VR).............. 116
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 378
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)............. 205
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 464
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 408
Washers, Windshield................142,143,408
Washing Vehicle......................... 420
Water
Driving Through...................... 324
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 421
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 421
488 INDEX