2011 DODGE DURANGO oil viscosity

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.SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
•It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seri-
ously injured or killed.
•Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.
•Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine
SAE 5W-30 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 vehicle. 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 – 5.7L Engine
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 vehicle. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
NOTE:
Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use
SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper
operation of the Multiple Displacement System (MDS).
Refer to “Multi-Displacement System” in “Starting and
Operating” for further information.
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 if the recommended oil
quality requirements are met, and the recommended
maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are
followed.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483

Oil Synthetic........................ 483
Overheating ........................ 448
Starting ........................... 336
Temperature Gauge ................... 252
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 483
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 483
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 78
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 23
Ethanol ............................... 411
Event Data Recorder ...................... 81
Exhaust Gas Caution ................. 48,97,414
Exhaust System ....................... 97,491
Exterior Finish Care ...................... 507
Exterior Lights .......................... 100
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 484
Engine Oil ......................... 484
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 484 Finish Care
............................ 507
Flashers .............................. 448
Hazard Warning ..................... 448
Turn Signal ................ 100,248,519,521
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 417
Engine Oil ......................... 417
Fuel Requirements ................. 414,416
Maintenance ........................ 418
Replacement Parts .................... 418
Starting ........................... 417
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 340
Fluid Capacities ......................... 524
Fluid Leaks ............................ 100
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..........503,504,505
Brake ............................. 500
Engine Oil ......................... 481
Power Steering ...................... 364
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INDEX 559

Odometer............................. 248
Trip .............................. 248
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ............ 358
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ............ 358
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 267
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ................. 267
Oil, Engine ............................ 481
Capacity ........................... 524
Change Interval ..................... 482
Dipstick ........................... 481
Disposal ........................... 484
Filter ............................. 484
Filter Disposal ....................... 484
Identification Logo ................... 482
Materials Added to ................... 484
Recommendation .................. 482,524
Synthetic .......................... 483
Viscosity ........................ 483,524
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............477,478Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®)
........... 206
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 6
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 109
Overdrive ............................. 347
Overdrive OFF Switch .................... 347
Overhead Console ....................... 204
Overheating, Engine ................... 253,448
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........6,549
Paint Care ............................. 506
Paint Damage .......................... 506
Panic Alarm ............................ 26
Park Sense System, Rear ................... 193
Parking Brake .......................... 365
Personal Settings ........................ 274
Pets .................................. 95
Pets, Transporting ........................ 95
Phone, Cellular ......................... 119
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ............. 119
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INDEX 565

Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 308
Universal Transmitter..................... 206
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .............. 57
Upholstery Care ........................ 509
Vanity Mirrors .......................... 110
Variance, Compass ....................... 272
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 422
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 8
Vehicle Loading ...................... 384,422
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 9
Vehicle Storage ....................... 329,517
Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System) .................. 315
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 483
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 120
Warning Flasher, Hazard .................. 448
Warning, Roll Over ........................ 5 Warnings and Cautions
..................... 8
Warranty Information ..................... 548
Washers, Windshield .................. 155,490
Washing Vehicle ......................... 507
Waxing and Polishing ..................... 507
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 509
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 509
Wind Buffeting ....................... 45,215
Window Fogging ........................ 328
Windows .............................. 42
Power ............................. 42
Windshield Defroster ...................... 98
Windshield Washers ...................... 155
Fluid ............................. 490
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 488
Windshield Wipers ....................... 155
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 156
Wipers, Rain Sensitive .................... 158
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