2013 DODGE JOURNEY oil viscosity

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 mi (500 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.
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 recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”. 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.
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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 – 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.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
the engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Com-
partment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” 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.
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.
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 533

Engine.................................103
Air Cleaner...........................534
Block Heater..........................396
Break-In Recommendations................103
Checking Oil Level......................531
Compartment..........................525
Compartment Identification................526
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................547
Cooling..............................546
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................45
Fails to Start...........................395
Flooded, Starting.......................395
Fuel Requirements......................468
Jump Starting..........................512
Oil..................................531
Oil Change Interval......................311
Oil Filler Cap..........................525
Oil Selection...........................532
Oil Synthetic..........................533Operation.............................103
Overheating...........................498
Starting..............................392
Temperature Gauge......................301
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................533
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................533
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............74
Entry System, Illuminated....................21
Ethanol................................469
Event Data Recorder........................77
Exhaust Gas Caution........................45
Exhaust System...........................105
Exterior Folding Mirrors....................118
Exterior Lighting..........................220
Exterior Lights...........................108
Fabric Care..............................562
Filler Location Fuel........................301
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Exterior Folding........................118
Heated...............................118
Outside..............................116
Rearview.............................115
Vanity...............................119
Mode
Fuel Saver............................312
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................459
Mopar Parts.............................529
MTBE/ETBE............................469
Multi-Function Control Lever.................224
New Vehicle Break-In Period.................103
Occupant Restraints........................45
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)..................66
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................468
Odometer...............................296Oil Change Indicator.......................297
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..................297
Oil, Engine..............................531
Capacity.............................580
Change Interval........................311
Checking.............................531
Dipstick..............................531
Disposal..............................534
Filter................................534
Filter Disposal.........................534
Identification Logo......................532
Materials Added to......................534
Recommendation.......................532
Synthetic.............................533
Viscosity.............................533
Oil Filter, Selection........................534
Onboard Diagnostic System..................527
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®)............250
Operating Precautions......................527
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Trip Odometer...........................296
Turn Signals.............................224
UCI Connector...........................365
Underhood Fuses.........................568
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.................601
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector. . . .365
Universal Transmitter......................250
Unleaded Gasoline........................468
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................54
Upholstery Care..........................562
Vanity Mirrors...........................119
Vehicle Certification Label...................479
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).............6
Vehicle Loading..........................441
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations...............7
Vehicle Storage...........................384Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............18
Viscosity, Engine Oil.......................533
Warning Flasher, Hazard....................498
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .294
Warnings and Cautions.......................6
Warranty Information......................599
Washer
Adding Fluid..........................543
Washers, Windshield.......................227
Washing Vehicle..........................560
Water
Driving Through........................418
Wheel and Wheel Trim.....................561
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care.................561
Wind Buffeting............................43
Window Fogging.........................384
Windows................................40
Power................................40
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