2014 FIAT 500L 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 a problem.
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 81

CAUTION!(Continued)
temperature. This loss of oil pressure and increased
oil temperature could damage your engine.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa-
tion.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection for tur-
bocharged engines under all types of operating condi-
tions, the manufacturer recommends synthetic engine
oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-12991.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 1.4L Turbo Engine (SAE
Grade)
SAE 5W-40 full synthetic engine oil is recommended for
all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low
temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325

Rearview..............................90
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................271
Multi-Function Control Lever .................110
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................80
Occupant Restraints ........................49
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................30
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................277
Odometer .............................. .166
Trip ................................ .166
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .171
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................171
Oil, Engine ............................. .324
Capacity ............................ .369
Change Interval ....................... .325
Checking ............................ .324
Disposal ............................. .326Filter
............................... .326
Filter Disposal ........................ .326
Materials Added to ..................... .326
Recommendation ...................... .325
Viscosity ............................ .325
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .326
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................322
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ............133
Operating Precautions ..................... .322
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............5
Overheating, Engine ...................... .160
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............5
Paint Care ............................. .349
Parking Brake ........................... .235
ParkSense® System, Rear ....................125
Passing Light ............................111
Pets ....................................80
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........254
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