2013 DODGE CHALLENGER oil viscosity

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain
(engine, transmission, clutch, and rear axle) in your new
vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 500 mi (800 km). After
the initial 60 mi (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.
However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant
installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-
conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be
consistent with anticipated climate and conditions underwhich vehicle operations will occur. For the recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
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. Please check
your oil level with the engine oil indicator often during
the break in period. Add oil as required.
96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451

Overheating.......................... .406
Starting ............................. .294
Temperature Gauge ..................... .214
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .451
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................451
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............69
Entry System, Illuminated ....................22
Ethanol ............................... .380
Event Data Recorder ........................72
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................97
Exhaust System ...........................97
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................110
Exterior Lighting ......................... .162
Exterior Lights .......................... .101
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .383
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .453
Air Conditioning ...................... .287Engine Oil
........................... .452
Engine Oil Disposal .....................452
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .406
Turn Signal .......................... .101
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .167
Flooded Engine Starting ....................301
Fluid, Brake ............................ .498
Fluid Capacities ......................... .495
Fluid Leaks ............................ .101
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................473
Brake ............................... .469
Cooling System ........................ .463
Engine Oil ........................... .448
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........496
Fog Lights ............................. .165
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .158
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................432
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INDEX 525

Rearview............................ .108
Vanity ...............................111
Mode Fuel Saver ........................... .229
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................368
Mopar Parts ............................ .447
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .380
Multi-Function Control Lever .................166
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................96
Occupant Restraints ........................45
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................62
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................378
Odometer .............................. .212
Trip ................................ .212
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .228
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................228 Oil, Engine
............................. .448
Capacity ............................ .495
Change Interval ....................... .450
Checking ............................ .448
Dipstick ............................. .448
Disposal ............................. .452
Filter ............................... .452
Filter Disposal ........................ .452
Identification Logo ..................... .450
Materials Added to ..................... .451
Recommendation ...................... .450
Synthetic ............................ .452
Viscosity ............................ .451
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .452
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................444
Operating Precautions ..................... .444
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................109
Overdrive .............................. .317
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INDEX 531

Turn Signals............................ .166
UCI Connector .......................... .268
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................516
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .268
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .378
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................54
Vanity Mirrors ...........................111
Variance, Compass ....................... .234
Vehicle Certification Label ...................386
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .350
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Storage .......................... .286
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............19
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .451
Voice Recognition System (VR) ................144Warning Flasher, Hazard
....................406
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .212
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .513
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .459
Washers, Windshield ...................... .169
Washing Vehicle ......................... .476
Water Driving Through ....................... .322
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................477
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................477
Wind Buffeting ............................43
Window Fogging ........................ .286
Windows ................................41
Power ................................41
Windshield Defroster .......................99
Windshield Washers ...................... .169
Fluid ............................... .459
538 INDEX