2011 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT oil viscosity

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 drivetrain
(engine, transmission, clutch, and rear axle) in your new
vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 500 mi (800 km). After
the initial 60 mi (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.
However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided.The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant
installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-
conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be
consistent with anticipated climate and conditions under
which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil
in the engine or damage may result.
NOTE: 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 interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79

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 full synthetic engine oils that meet the
requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725
and are approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5 (will be listed
on the back label of the oil container).
The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic
5W-40 or equivalent engine oil.
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)
SAE 5W-40 engine oil is preferred for use in all operating
temperatures.
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
information.
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.
362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Fails to Start........................ 255
Flooded, Starting ..................... 255
Fuel Requirements .................... 318
Jump Starting ....................... 342
Oil ......................... 361,401,402
Oil Change Interval ................... 361
Oil Filler Cap ....................... 362
Oil Filter ........................... 363
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 363
Oil Selection ..................... 362,401
Oil Synthetic ........................ 362
Overheating ........................ 331
Starting ........................... 249
Temperature Gauge ................... 175
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 362
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 66
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 319
Event Data Recorder ...................... 69 Exhaust Gas Caution
................... 80,322
Exhaust System ....................... 80,369
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 90
Exterior Lighting ........................ 139
Exterior Lights .......................... 83
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 322
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 363
Air Conditioning ..................... 243
Engine Oil ....................... 363,402
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 363
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 143
Flashers Hazard Warning ..................... 331
Turn Signal .................... 83,142,176
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 255
Fluid Capacities ......................... 401
Fluid Leaks ............................. 83
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INDEX 441

Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 433
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 226
Universal Transmitter ..................... 152
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 318
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .............. 51
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 92
Variance, Compass ....................... 196
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 325
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 296,325,327
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 242,395
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 362
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 123Warning Flasher, Hazard
.................. 331
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 174
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 430
Washer Adding Fluid ....................... 368
Washers, Windshield ................ 145,146,368
Washing Vehicle ......................... 382
Water Driving Through ..................... 271
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 384
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 384
Wind Buffeting ....................... 40,161
Window Fogging ........................ 243
Windows .............................. 39
Power ............................. 39
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