2015 DODGE DURANGO engine oil

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
Alongbreak-inperiodisnotrequiredfortheengineanddrivetrain(transmissionandaxle)
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
detrimental 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. Refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”, for the recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades.
NOTE:
Anewenginemayconsumesomeoilduringitsfirstfewthousandmiles(kilometers)of
operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted
as an indication of an engine problem or malfunction.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may
result.
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WARNING!
Amalfunctioningcatalyticconverter,asreferencedabove,canreachhighertempera-
tures than in normal operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or
park over flammable substances such as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could
result in death or serious injury to the driver, occupants or others.
-ElectronicStabilityControl(ESC)Activation/MalfunctionIndicatorLight
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on
when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. It should go out with the
engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continu-
ously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this
light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles
(kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon
as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.
NOTE:
•The“ESCOffIndicatorLight”andthe“ESCActivation/MalfunctionIndicatorLight”
come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN.
•EachtimetheignitionisturnedtoON/RUN,theESCsystemwillbeON,evenifitwas
turned off previously.
•TheESCsystemwillmakebuzzingorclickingsoundswhenitisactive.Thisisnormal;
the sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused
the ESC activation.
•Toimprovethevehicle'stractionwhenstartingoffindeepsnow,sandorgravel,itmay
be desirable to switch the ESC system to Partial Off mode by momentarily pressing the
ESC Offswitch located below the climate controls, on the switch panel.
-ChargingSystemLight
This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system light
remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system.
We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the
vehicle serviced immediately.
-OilPressureWarningLight
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four minutes
when this light turns on.
We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the
vehicle serviced immediately.
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-WindshieldWasherFluidLowIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when the windshield washer fluid is low.
-LiftgateAjarIndicator—IfEquipped
This indicator will illuminate when the liftgate is left ajar and not fully closed.
Oil Life Reset
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n e n g i n e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e “ O i l C h a n g e
Due” message will flash in the DID display for approximately 10 seconds after a single
chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval
may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal driving style.
Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry
•Withoutpushingthebrakepedal,pushtheENGINESTART/STOPbuttonandcyclethe
ignition to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine).
•PushandreleasetheDOWNarrow button to scroll downward through the main
menu to “Vehicle Info.”
•PushandreleasetheRIGHTarrow button to access the ”Oil Life” screen.
•PushandholdtheRIGHTarrow button for one second to access the ”Oil Life Reset”
screen.
•PushandholdtheDOWNarrow button until the screen shows 100% oil life.
•PushandreleasetheUparrow button to exit the DID screen.
Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry
•Withoutpushingthebrakepedal,cycletheignitiontotheON/RUNposition(Donot
start the engine).
•PushandreleasetheDOWNarrow button to scroll downward through the main
menu to “Vehicle Info.”
•PushandreleasetheRIGHTarrow button to access the “Oil Life” screen.
•PushandholdtheRIGHTarrow button for one second to access the “Oil Life Reset”
screen.
•PushandholdtheDOWNarrow button until the screen shows 100% oil life.
•PushandreleasetheUparrow button to exit the DID screen.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator
system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
3.6L Engine
1. Remote Jump Start Positive Terminal
2. Engine Oil Dipstick
3. Engine Oil Fill
4. Brake Fluid Reservoir
5. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
6. Air Cleaner Filter
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5.7L Engine
1. Remote Jump Start Positive Terminal
2. Engine Oil Dipstick
3. Engine Oil Fill
4. Brake Fluid Reservoir
5. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
6. Air Cleaner Filter
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.SMetric
Fuel (Approximate)
3.6L and 5.7L Engines 25 Gallons 94 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20,API Certified)6Quarts5.6 Liters
5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20,API Certified)7Quarts6.6 Liters
Cooling System *
3.6L Engine (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant10 Year/150,000 MileFormula or equivalent) –Without Trailer Tow Package
10.4 Quarts 9.9 Liters
3.6L Engine (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant10 Year/150,000 MileFormula or equivalent) –With Trailer Tow Package
11 Quarts10.4 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant10 Year/150,000 MileFormula or equivalent) –Without Trailer Tow Package
15.4 Quarts 14.6 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant10 Year/150,000 MileFormula or equivalent) –With Trailer Tow Package
16 Quarts15.2 Liters
*IncludesheaterandcoolantrecoverybottlefilledtoMAXlevel.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine CoolantWe recommend you use MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 MileFormula OAT (Organic Additive Technology)meeting the requirements of ChryslerMaterial Standard MS.90032.
Engine Oil – 3.6L EngineWe recommend you use API CertifiedSAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting therequirements of Chrysler Material StandardMS-6395 such as MOPAR®,Pennzoil®,Shell Helix®or equivalent. Refer to yourengine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 5.7L EngineWe recommend you use API CertifiedSAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting therequirements of Chrysler Material StandardMS-6395 such as MOPAR®,Pennzoil®,Shell Helix®or equivalent. Refer to yourengine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil FilterWe recommend you use a MOPAR®EngineOil Filter.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR®SparkPlugs.
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine87 Octane
Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine87 Octane Acceptable – 89 OctaneRecommended
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Main-
tenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable
supplement on the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n a u t o m a t i c o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e o i l c h a n g e
indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.
This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent
short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage
will influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating
Conditions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the
next 500 miles (805 km).
Yo u r a u t h o r i z e d d e a l e r w i l l r e s e t t h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r m e s s a g e a f t e r c o m p l e t i n g t h e
scheduled oil change.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
or twelve months, whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
•ChangeEngineOilat4000miles(6,500km)ifthevehicleisoperatedinadustyand
off road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Checkengineoillevel
•Checkwindshieldwasherfluidlevel
•Checkthetireinflationpressuresandlookforunusualwearordamage
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder and power steering,
and fill as needed.
•Checkfunctionofallinteriorandexteriorlights
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