2014 CHRYSLER 300 oil viscosity

WARNING!
•An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly
behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove
slack in the strap.
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”.
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Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to Chrysler
Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell
Helix® or equivalent 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:MOPAR® SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®,
Shell Helix® or equivalent may be used when SAE 5W-20
engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent such as
Pennzoil® or Shell Helix® is recommended for all oper-
ating temperatures. This engine oil improves low tem-
perature 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.
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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.
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.
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, service
station 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
This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil
filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality
of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high
quality filters should be used to assure most efficient
service. MOPAR® engine oil filters are a high quality oil
filter and are recommended.
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Engine Oil Viscosity...................... .519
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................519
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............70
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .452
Event Data Recorder ........................74
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................... .100
Exhaust System .......................... .100
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................113
Exterior Lighting ......................... .194
Exterior Lights .......................... .103
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .308
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .521
Air Conditioning ...................... .360
Engine Oil ........................... .520
Engine Oil Disposal .....................520 Flashers
Hazard Warning ....................... .481
Turn Signal .......................... .103
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .201
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .458
Engine Oil ........................... .457
Fuel Requirements ..................... .456
Maintenance .......................... .459
Replacement Parts ...................... .458
Starting ............................. .458
Flooded Engine Starting ....................369
Floor Console ........................... .288
Fluid, Brake ............................ .569
Fluid Capacities ......................... .566
Fluid Leaks ............................ .103
Fluid Level Checks ....................... .542
Automatic Transmission ..................540
Brake ............................... .537
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Filter Disposal........................ .520
Identification Logo ..................... .518
Materials Added to ..................... .520
Recommendation ...................... .518
Synthetic ............................ .520
Viscosity ............................ .519
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .520
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................513
Operating Precautions ..................... .513
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................113
Overdrive .............................. .391
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .391
Overheating, Engine ...................... .313
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .542
Panic Alarm ..............................24
Parking Brake ........................... .400ParkSense® System, Rear
....................248
Passing Light ........................... .201
Passive Entry .............................34
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .214
Pets ....................................98
Pets, Transporting ..........................98
Phone (Pairing) .......................... .135
Phone (Uconnect®) ....................... .127
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........422
Power Deck Lid Release ........................42
Distribution Center (Fuses) ................553
Door Locks ............................31
Mirrors ..............................115
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........279
Seats ............................... .177
Steering ............................. .399
Sunroof ............................. .272
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............211
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INDEX 603

Screen Activated Features.................330
Things You Should Know About Your
Uconnect® Phone ...................... .152
Uconnect® Settings .......................23
Uconnect® Phone ........................ .127
Uconnect® Settings Customer Programmable Features ............23
Customer Programmable Features ............34
Passive Entry Programming .................34
Uconnect® Settings ..................... .339
Uconnect® Voice Command ..................163
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................587
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .347
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .451
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................54
Vanity Mirrors ...........................116
Vehicle Certification Label ...................463
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6Vehicle Loading
......................... .423
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........18
Vehicle Storage .......................... .359
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .519
Voice Command ......................... .163
Warning Flasher, Hazard ....................481
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .304
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .584
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .527
Washers, Windshield ...................... .207
Washing Vehicle ......................... .543
Water Driving Through ....................... .397
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................544
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................544
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