WARNING!The vehicle tether anchor is designed to be used with
a child restraint only. It should not be used for any
other purpose. Before use, inspect the tether anchor
strap for nicks, abrasions, discoloration, and loose
threads. If these or any other condition that might
affect the performance of the strap is observed, DO
NOT USE that strap. Personal injury may result.
Contact your authorized dealership for a replacement
part.
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 in “Engine Oil”, under “Maintenance Procedures”
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 a normal part of the break-in and not inter-
preted as an indication of difficulty.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 2
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.3L & 3.8L
Gasoline EnginesSAE 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.
For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to
“Engine Compartment” in this section.
Lubricants that do not have both the engine oil certifica-
tion mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number,
should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 4.0L Gasoline
Engines
SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred for all operating
temperatures. Your engine oil filler cap also shows the
recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle. For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to
“Engine Compartment” in this section.
Lubricants that do not have both the engine oil certifica-
tion 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
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental
additives.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 7
Exterior Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Mopar Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 437,506
Multi-Function Control Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Navigation System (uconnectt gps) . . . . . . . . . . . 196
New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52,68,71
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65,68,70
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245,252,259
Oil Change Indicator, Reset . . . . . . . . . . . 245,252,259 Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 439,481
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480
Change Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440
Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 439
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 442
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 442,481
Filter Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 442
Identification Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440
Materials Added to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 441
Recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440,480
Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 441
Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 441,480
Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 435,436
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLinkt) . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100,101
Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Overhead Travel Information Center . . . . . . . . . . 198
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240,410
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