2012 DODGE AVENGER oil viscosity

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”.
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.
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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85

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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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425

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, servicestation, 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. MOPAR
engine oil filters are high
quality oil filters and are recommended.
426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Oil Synthetic........................ 426
Overheating ........................ 392
Starting ........................... 298
Temperature Gauge ................... 196
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 425
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 68
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 21
Ethanol ............................... 366
Event Data Recorder ...................... 71
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 86,369
Exhaust System ....................... 86,433
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 57
Exterior Lights .......................... 89
Fabric Care ............................ 450
Filler Location Fuel .................... 196,373
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 427
Air Conditioning .................. 290,430Automatic Transmission
................ 446
Engine Oil ....................... 426,464
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 426
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 153
Flashers .............................. 392
Hazard Warning ..................... 392
Turn Signal ....................... 89,461
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 372
Engine Oil ......................... 371
Fuel Requirements ................. 369,371
Maintenance ........................ 373
Replacement Parts .................... 372
Starting ........................... 372
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 299
Floor Console .......................... 182
Fluid Capacities ......................... 463
Fluid Leaks ............................. 89
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INDEX 497

Oil Change Indicator, Reset..............202,215
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 426
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 426
Oil Pressure Light ....................... 198
Oil, Engine ......................... 423,464
Capacity ........................... 463
Change Interval ................ 202,215,424
Checking .......................... 423
Dipstick ........................... 423
Disposal ........................... 426
Filter .......................... 426,464
Filter Disposal ....................... 426
Identification Logo ................... 424
Materials Added to ................... 426
Recommendation .................. 424,463
Synthetic .......................... 426
Viscosity ........................ 425,463
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............419,420
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ........... 164Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)
............ 4
Overheating, Engine ...................... 392
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,487
Paint Care ............................. 446
Panic Alarm ............................ 25
Parking Brake .......................... 326
Passing Light ........................... 153
Personal Settings ........................ 221
Pets .................................. 84
Phone, Cellular .......................... 99
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) .............. 99
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 341
Power Door Locks ......................... 32
Mirrors ............................ 97
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ........ 176
Seats ............................. 135
Steering ........................ 324,325
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INDEX 503

Trunk Release Remote Control............... 39
Trunk Release, Emergency ................39,40
Turn Signals ...................... 152,204,461
UCI Connector ......................... 269
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) .............. 99
Understanding Your Instrument Panel ......... 193
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 489
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 269
Universal Transmitter ..................... 164
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 365
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .............. 48
Upholstery Care ........................ 450
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 99
Variance, Compass ....................... 218
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 376
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 342,376,377Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
.............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 289,458
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 19
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 425
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 129
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 196
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 486
Washer Adding Fluid ....................... 433
Washers, Windshield ................ 156,158,433
Washing Vehicle ......................... 447
Water Driving Through ..................... 322
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 449
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 449
Wind Buffeting ....................... 38,175
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INDEX 509