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
a collision.
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 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”.
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.
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
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-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 states the recommended engine oil viscosity
grade for your engine.
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 its 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 filtersfrom your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service
station, or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421
Outside............................ 97
Rearview........................... 94
Vanity............................. 99
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 357
Mopar Parts.........................417,478
MTBE/ETBE........................... 368
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 149
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 84
Occupant Restraints...................39,67,71
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)...........64,65,67,70
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 367
Odometer............................. 207
Trip ...........................205,207
Oil Change Indicator..................... 216
Oil Change Indicator, Reset................. 216Oil, Engine.........................419,454
Capacity........................... 454
Change Interval..................... 420
Checking.......................... 419
Disposal........................... 421
Filter............................. 422
Identification Logo................... 420
Materials Added to................... 421
Recommendation..................420,454
Synthetic.......................... 421
Viscosity........................... 421
Onboard Diagnostic System..............415,416
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®)........... 161
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 5
Overheating, Engine...................204,390
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).........5,479
Paint Care............................. 442
Panic Alarm............................ 24
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