2009 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE oil viscosity

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 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
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.4L and 2.7L
Engines
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for
your vehicle.
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 preferred for all operating
temperatures. The engine oil filler cap also 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.
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.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine CoolantMOPARAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent
Engine Oil (2.4L and 2.7L Engine)Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 5W-20 is recommended. Refer to the en-
gine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade meeting Chrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-6395.
Engine Oil (3.5L Engine)Use API Certified engine oil. SAE 10W-30 is recommended. Refer to the
engine oil viscosity chart for the correct SAE grade meeting Chrysler Mate-
rial Standard MS-6395.
Oil Filter (2.4L Engine ) MOPAROil Filter (P/N 04884900AB) or equivalent
Oil Filter (2.7L and 3.5L Engine) MOPAROil Filter (P/N 04884899AB) or equivalent
Spark Plugs (2.4L Engine) ZFR5F-11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.11 mm])
Spark Plugs (2.7L Engine) TE10PMC5 (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm])
Spark Plugs (3.5L Engine) ZFR5LP-13G (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm])
Fuel Selection (2.4L and 2.7L Engine) 87 Octane
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Exhaust Gas Caution..................74,330
Fuel Requirements..................325,420
Jump Starting......................... 361
Oil ...........................376,420,421
Oil Change Interval............185,196,377,424
Oil Filler Cap.................369,370,371,378
Oil Filter............................ 379
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 379
Oil Selection.......................377,420
Oil Synthetic......................... 378
Overheating.......................... 352
Temperature Gauge..................... 181
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 378
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 58
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 327
Event Data Recorder...................... 60
Exhaust Gas Caution................74,330,386
Exhaust System.......................74,386Extender, Seat Belt........................ 48
Exterior Lights.......................... 76
Fabric Care.........................400,401
Filler Location Fuel....................181,334
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 380
Air Conditioning....................261,383
Automatic Transaxle.................... 397
Engine Oil........................379,421
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 379
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 352
Turn Signal........................76,147
Flash-To-Pass........................... 148
Flat Tire Changing....................... 354
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 361
Flexible Fuel Vehicles..................... 330
Cruising Range........................ 333
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Oil, Engine.........................376,421
Capacity............................ 420
Change Interval...............185,196,377,424
Checking............................ 376
Dipstick............................. 376
Disposal............................ 379
Filter............................379,421
Filter Disposal........................ 379
Identification Logo..................... 377
Materials Added to..................... 379
Recommendation...................377,420
Synthetic............................ 378
Viscosity..........................378,420
Oil Filter, Change........................ 379
Oil Filter, Selection....................... 379
Oil Pressure Light....................... 183
Onboard Diagnostic System..............372,373
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 158
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 4Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 100
Overdrive............................. 275
Overheating, Engine...................... 352
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).........4,447
Paint Care............................. 398
Panic Alarm............................ 25
Parking Brake.......................... 283
Parking On Hill......................... 283
Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System).... 140
Passing Light........................... 148
Personal Settings........................ 200
Pets.................................. 72
Phone, Cellular......................... 102
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect) ............. 102
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 302
Power
Accessory Delay........................ 13
Brakes.............................. 288
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Overdrive........................... 275
Selection of Lubricant................... 422
Transmission.....................See Transaxle
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 26
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink) ........................... 158
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 21
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 21
Transporting Pets........................ 72
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 312
Trip Odometer.......................... 184
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 186
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)....................36,37
Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 37
Trunk Release Remote Control............... 36
Turn Signals...................143,147,189,416UConnect(Hands-Free Phone).............. 102
Understanding Your Instrument Panel......... 178
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 449
Universal Transmitter..................... 158
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 325
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 44
Upholstery Care........................ 400
Vanity Mirrors.......................... 102
Variance, Compass....................... 199
Vehicle Certification Label................. 337
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................302,337,338
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................260,411
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 18
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 378
Voice Recognition System (VR).............. 130
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