2013 CHRYSLER 300 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”.
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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95

Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L 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 engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Com-
partment” illustration in this section.
NOTE:SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535-S1
or Fiat 9.55535-S3 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine
oil meeting MS- 6395 is not available.
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 engine. 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 Fuel Saver Technology. Refer to “Fuel
Saver Technology – If Equipped” in “Starting and Oper-
ating” for further information.
Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
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.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503

Oil Selection.......................... .502
Oil Synthetic ......................... .503
Overheating .......................... .470
Starting ............................. .364
Temperature Gauge ..................... .310
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .503
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................503
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............67
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .442
Event Data Recorder ........................71
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................96
Exhaust System ...........................96
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................109
Exterior Lighting ......................... .197
Exterior Lights ............................99
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .306Filters
Air Cleaner .......................... .504
Air Conditioning ...................... .357
Engine Oil ........................... .504
Engine Oil Disposal .....................504
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .470
Turn Signal ............................99
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .203
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .448
Engine Oil ........................... .448
Fuel Requirements ..................... .446
Maintenance .......................... .449
Replacement Parts ...................... .449
Starting ............................. .448
Flooded Engine Starting ....................367
Floor Console ........................... .286
Fluid, Brake ............................ .549
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INDEX 575

Outside............................. .109
Vanity ...............................112
Mode Fuel Saver ........................... .321
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................431
Mopar Parts ............................ .499
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .442
Multi-Function Control Lever .................202
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................94
Occupant Restraints ........................43
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................61
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................441
Odometer .............................. .302
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .303
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................303
Oil, Engine ............................. .501Capacity
............................ .547
Change Interval ....................... .320
Checking ............................ .501
Dipstick ............................. .501
Disposal ............................. .504
Filter ............................... .504
Filter Disposal ........................ .504
Identification Logo ..................... .502
Materials Added to ..................... .504
Recommendation ...................... .502
Synthetic ............................ .503
Viscosity ............................ .503
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .504
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................497
Operating Precautions ..................... .497
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................109
Overdrive .............................. .387
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .387
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INDEX 581

Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .343
Unleaded Gasoline....................... .441
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................53
Vanity Mirrors ...........................112
Vehicle Certification Label ...................453
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .415
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Storage .......................... .356
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .503
Warning Flasher, Hazard ....................470
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .302
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .564
Washer Adding Fluid ..........................511 Washers, Windshield
...................... .210
Washing Vehicle ......................... .526
Water Driving Through ....................... .392
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................527
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................527
Wind Buffeting ............................41
Window Fogging ........................ .356
Windows ................................38
Power ................................38
Windshield Defroster .......................97
Windshield Washers ...................... .208
Fluid ................................511
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................510
Windshield Wipers ....................... .208
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................510
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... .208
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ......................211
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