2011 JEEP LIBERTY oil viscosity

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.
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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87

NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recom-
mends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the
requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
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 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 engine. For information on engine oil filler cap
location, refer to “Engine Compartment” in “Maintaining
Your Vehicle” 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.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449

Coolant (Antifreeze)................ 458,488
Cooling ........................... 458
Exhaust Gas Caution ................88,392
Fails to Start ........................ 314
Flooded, Starting ..................... 314
Fuel Requirements .................... 388
Jump Starting ....................... 430
Oil ......................... 448,487,488
Oil Change Interval .............232,239,448
Oil Filler Cap ....................... 449
Oil Filter ........................... 450
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 450
Oil Selection ..................... 449,487
Oil Synthetic ........................ 450
Overheating ........................ 422
Starting ........................... 313
Temperature Gauge ................... 227
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 449 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart
................. 449
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 73
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 389
Event Data Recorder ...................... 76
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 88,392
Exhaust System ....................... 88,456
Exterior Finish Care ...................... 473
Exterior Lights .......................... 91
Fabric Care ............................ 475
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 450
Air Conditioning .................. 306,454
Engine Oil ....................... 450,488
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 450
Finish Care ............................ 473
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 162
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INDEX 523

Vanity............................ 102
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 378
Mopar Parts ......................... 446,512
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 389
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 158
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 87
Occupant Restraints ....................... 41
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ................. 63
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............388,488
Odometer Trip .............................. 229
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ............ 333
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ............ 333
Oil Change Indicator .................. 232,239
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............232,239
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 450 Oil, Engine
......................... 448,488
Capacity ........................... 487
Change Interval ................ 232,239,448
Checking .......................... 448
Dipstick ........................... 448
Disposal ........................... 450
Filter .......................... 450,488
Filter Disposal ....................... 450
Identification Logo ................... 449
Materials Added to ................... 450
Recommendation .................. 449,487
Synthetic .......................... 450
Viscosity ........................ 449,487
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............444,445
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ........... 183
Operating Precautions .................... 444
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 5
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 101
Overdrive .......................... 232,319
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Transaxle............................. 316
Automatic ......................... 316
Operation .......................... 316
Transfer Case ........................... 468
Fluid .......................... 468,489
Four-Wheel-Drive Operation ............ 321
Maintenance ........................ 468
Transmission ........................... 317
Automatic ......................... 317
Fluid ............................. 489
Maintenance ........................ 466
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 25
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 20
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 183
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........ 20
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 372
Trip Odometer .......................... 230 Trip Odometer Reset Button
................ 229
Turn Signals ................ 158,162,223,485,486
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ............. 103
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 515
Universal Transmitter ..................... 183
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 388
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .............. 50
Upholstery Care ........................ 475
Vanity Mirrors .......................... 102
Variance, Compass ....................... 243
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 395
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 7
Vehicle Loading ...................... 363,395
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 8
Vehicle Storage ......................... 305
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 449
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INDEX 537