2014 CHRYSLER 300 SRT oil viscosity

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 is a high performance synthetic lubricant,
the transmission fluid and axle lubricant installed at the
factory is high-quality and energy-conserving. Oil, fluid,
and lubricant changes should be consistent with antici-
pated climate and conditions under which vehicle opera-
tions will occur. For the recommended viscosity and
quality grades, refer to “Maintenance 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.
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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Engine Oil Viscosity
Use Pennzoil Ultra™ 0W-40 engine or equivalent
MOPAR® oil meeting the Chrysler Material Standard
MS-12633 for use in all operating temperatures.
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.
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 addi-
tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to theengine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental additives.
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
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Emergency, In Case ofFreeing Vehicle When Stuck ................475
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................458
Jump Starting ......................... .471
Overheating .......................... .458
Emergency Trunk Release ....................44
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........484
Engine ................................ .483
Air Cleaner .......................... .490
Block Heater ......................... .376
Break-In Recommendations .................99
Checking Oil Level ..................... .487
Compartment ......................... .483
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................500
Cooling ............................. .499
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................101
Fails to Start .......................... .374
Flooded, Starting ...................... .374
Fuel Requirements ..................... .445Jump Starting
......................... .471
Oil................................. .487
Oil Change Interval ..................... .323
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .489
Oil Selection .......................... .488
Oil Synthetic ......................... .489
Overheating .......................... .458
Starting ............................. .371
Temperature Gauge ..................... .312
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .489
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............70
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .446
Event Data Recorder ........................74
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................... .101
Exhaust System .......................... .101
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................113
Exterior Lighting ......................... .195
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Occupant Restraints........................45
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................63
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................445
Odometer .............................. .303
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .303
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................303
Oil, Engine ............................. .487
Capacity ............................ .534
Change Interval ....................... .323
Checking ............................ .487
Dipstick ............................. .487
Disposal ............................. .489
Filter ............................... .489
Filter Disposal ........................ .489
Materials Added to ..................... .489
Recommendation ...................... .488
Synthetic ............................ .489
Viscosity ............................ .489
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .489Onboard Diagnostic System
..................484
Operating Precautions ..................... .484
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................113
Overdrive .............................. .386
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .386
Overheating, Engine ...................... .312
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ..............................511
Panic Alarm ..............................24
Parking Brake ........................... .397
ParkSense® System, Rear ....................250
Passing Light ........................... .202
Passive Entry .............................34
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .215
Pets ....................................99
Pets, Transporting ..........................99
Phone (Pairing) .......................... .135
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Passive Entry Programming.................34
Uconnect® Settings ..................... .341
Uconnect® Voice Command ..................165
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................563
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .351
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .445
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................54
Vanity Mirrors ...........................116
Vehicle Certification Label ...................453
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .420
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........18
Vehicle Storage .......................... .364
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .489
Voice Command ......................... .165Warning Flasher, Hazard
....................458
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .303
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .560
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .496
Washers, Windshield ...................... .208
Washing Vehicle ......................... .512
Water Driving Through ....................... .394
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................513
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................513
Wind Buffeting ............................42
Window Fogging ........................ .364
Windows ................................39
Power ................................39
Reset Auto-Up ..........................41
Wind Buffeting ..........................42
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