2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 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 491

Oil Synthetic......................... 491
Overheating .......................... 462
Starting ............................. 343
Temperature Gauge .................... 257
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 491
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 491
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 78
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 23
Ethanol ............................... 425
Event Data Recorder ...................... 81
Exhaust Gas Caution ................. 48,97,428
Exhaust System ....................... 97,499
Exterior Finish Care ...................... 515
Exterior Lights .......................... 100
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 492
Engine Oil ........................... 492
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 492 Finish Care
............................ 515
Flashers .............................. 462
Hazard Warning ....................... 462
Turn Signal .................. 100,250,528,530
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ....................... 432
Engine Oil ........................... 431
Fuel Requirements .................. 429,430
Maintenance ......................... 432
Replacement Parts ..................... 432
Starting ............................. 432
Flipper Glass, Liftgate ..................... 45
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 347
Fluid Capacities ......................... 533
Fluid Leaks ............................ 100
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ............ 511,512,513
Brake .............................. 508
Engine Oil ........................... 489
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INDEX 569

Multi-Function Control Lever............... 146
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 95
Occupant Restraints ................... 48,74,78
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ...........71,72,74,77
Odometer ............................. 250
Trip ................................ 250
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ............ 370
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ............ 370
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 272
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ................. 272
Oil, Engine ............................ 489
Capacity ............................ 533
Change Interval ....................... 490
Dipstick ............................. 489
Disposal ............................ 492
Filter ............................... 492
Filter Disposal ........................ 492 Identification Logo
..................... 490
Materials Added to ..................... 492
Recommendation ................... 490,533
Synthetic ............................ 491
Viscosity ......................... 491,533
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............485,486
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ........... 208
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 6
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 110
Overdrive ............................. 353
Overdrive OFF Switch .................... 353
Overhead Console ....................... 206
Overheating, Engine ................... 257,462
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........6,559
Paint Care ............................. 515
Paint Damage .......................... 515
Panic Alarm ............................ 26
Park Sense System, Rear ................... 195
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INDEX 575

UCI Connector......................... 313
uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) .............. 121
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 561
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 313
Universal Transmitter ..................... 208
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .............. 57
Upholstery Care ........................ 518
Vanity Mirrors .......................... 111
Variance, Compass ....................... 279
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 436
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 8
Vehicle Loading ...................... 400,436
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 9
Vehicle Storage ....................... 335,525
Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System) .................. 320 Viscosity, Engine Oil
...................... 491
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 121
Warning Flasher, Hazard .................. 462
Warning, Roll Over ........................ 5
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 8
Warranty Information ..................... 558
Washers, Windshield .................. 155,498
Washing Vehicle ......................... 515
Waxing and Polishing ..................... 515
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 517
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 517
Wheel Mounting ........................ 470
Wind Buffeting ..................... 44,216,221
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