2009 DODGE CHARGER 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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NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
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 that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
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 that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
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 the engine oil. Engine oil is an engi-
neered product and its performance may be impaired 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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Emergency, In Case ofFreeing Vehicle When Stuck ............... 372
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 356
Jacking ............................. 357
Jump Starting ......................... 369
Overheating .......................... 356
Towing ............................. 374
Emergency Trunk Release ................... 41
Emission Control System Maintenance ......383,432
Engine .......................... 379,380,381
Air Cleaner .......................... 389
Block Heater ......................... 272
Break-In Recommendations ................ 77
Checking Oil Level .................. 385,386
Compartment ................... 379,380,381
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................. 397,429
Cooling ............................. 397
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 78,336
Fails to Start .......................... 271 Flooded, Starting
...................... 271
Fuel Requirements ..................... 332
Jump Starting ......................... 369
Oil ........................... 385,427,429
Oil Change Interval ...............177,186,386
Oil Filler Cap ......................... 387
Oil Filter ............................ 388
Oil Filter Disposal ..................... 388
Oil Selection ....................... 387,427
Oil Synthetic ......................... 388
Overheating .......................... 356
Temperature Gauge .................... 173
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 387
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 63
Ethanol ............................... 333
Event Data Recorder ...................... 65
Exhaust Gas Caution ................78,336,395
Exhaust System ....................... 78,394
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 87
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Occupant Restraints....................... 41
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............332,429
Odometer .......................... 172,177
Trip ............................. 172,177
Oil Change Indicator .................. 177,186
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............177,186
Oil, Engine ......................... 385,429
Capacity ............................ 427
Change Interval .................. 177,186,386
Checking ......................... 385,386
Dipstick .......................... 385,386
Disposal ............................ 388
Filter ............................ 388,429
Filter Disposal ........................ 388
Identification Logo ..................... 387
Materials Added to ..................... 388
Recommendation ................... 387,427
Synthetic ............................ 388
Viscosity ......................... 387,427Oil Filter, Change
........................ 388
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 388
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............382,383
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 146
Operating Precautions .................... 382
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 86
Overdrive ............................. 278
Overhead Console ....................... 145
Overheating, Engine ................... 174,356
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,455
Paint Care ............................. 406
Panic Alarm ............................ 24
Parking Brake .......................... 292
Passing Light ........................... 135
Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 140
Personal Settings ........................ 193
Pets .................................. 77
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Transporting Pets........................ 77
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 316
Trip Odometer ....................... 172,177
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .................... 39,41
Trunk Release, Emergency .................. 41
Trunk Release Remote Control ............... 39
Turn Signals ......................... 134,174
UCI Connector ......................... 236
uconnect (Hands-Free Phone) ................ 89
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 457
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 236
Universal Transmitter ..................... 146
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 332
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .............. 48
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 88
Variance, Compass ....................... 191
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 340 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 306,340,341
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 262,418
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18
Video Entertainment System™ (Rear Seat Video
System) ............................... 248
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 387
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 117
Warning Flasher, Hazard .................. 356
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 172
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 454
Washer, Adding Fluid ..................... 393
Washers, Windshield ................ 137,138,393
Washing Vehicle ......................... 407
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