2011 CHRYSLER 200 oil viscosity

•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind
their back.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags 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
an accident.
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 and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) 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. For
the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle”. 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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83

CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 2.4L Engine
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 “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.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) – 3.6L Engine
SAE 5W-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 “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
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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 Oils
Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak
detection dyes, to your engine oil. Engine oil is an
engineered product and it’s 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 with a new filter
at every engine oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
All of this manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type
disposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replace-
ment. The quality of replacement filters varies consider-
ably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure
most efficient service. MOPARengine oil filters are high
quality oil filters and are recommended.
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Oil Selection..................... 400,438
Oil Synthetic ........................ 402
Overheating ........................ 372
Starting ........................... 288
Temperature Gauge ................... 188
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 401
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 68
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 347
Event Data Recorder ...................... 71
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 84,350
Exhaust System ....................... 84,409
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 57
Exterior Lights .......................... 87
Fabric Care ............................ 426
Filler Location Fuel .................... 188,354Filters
Air Cleaner ......................... 403
Air Conditioning .................. 280,406
Automatic Transaxle .................. 422
Engine Oil ....................... 402,439
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 402
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 149
Flashers .............................. 372
Hazard Warning ..................... 372
Turn Signal ....................... 87,436
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 353
Engine Oil ......................... 352
Fuel Requirements ................. 350,352
Maintenance ........................ 354
Replacement Parts .................... 353
Starting ........................... 353
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 289
Floor Console .......................... 176
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INDEX 473

MTBE/ETBE........................... 347
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 83
Occupant Restraints ..................... 64,68
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) .........39,61,62,64,67
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 346
Odometer ............................. 192
Trip ........................... 192,195
Oil Change Indicator .................. 194,206
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............194,206
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 402
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 402
Oil Pressure Light ....................... 190
Oil, Engine ......................... 399,439
Capacity ........................... 438
Change Interval ................ 194,206,400
Checking .......................... 399
Dipstick ........................... 399 Disposal
........................... 402
Filter .......................... 402,439
Filter Disposal ....................... 402
Identification Logo ................... 400
Materials Added to ................... 402
Recommendation .................. 400,438
Synthetic .......................... 402
Viscosity ........................ 401,438
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............395,396
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ........... 160
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Overdrive ............................. 296
Overheating, Engine ...................... 372
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,463
Paint Care ............................. 422
Panic Alarm ............................ 25
Parking Brake .......................... 304
Passing Light ........................... 149
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INDEX 479

Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 401
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 127
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 188
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 462
Washer Adding Fluid ....................... 409
Washers, Windshield ................ 152,155,409
Washing Vehicle ......................... 423
Water Driving Through ..................... 301
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 425 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
................ 425
Wind Buffeting ....................... 37,169
Window Fogging ........................ 280
Windows .............................. 34
Power ............................. 34
Windshield Defroster ................86,271,277
Windshield Washers ................... 152,155
Fluid ............................. 409
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 408
Windshield Wipers ....................... 152
Wiper Blade Replacement .................. 408
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 154
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