2015 JEEP CHEROKEE oil viscosity

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 recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Mainte-
nance 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 a problem.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
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Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.4L Engine
MOPAR® SAE 0W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil®
or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem-
peratures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also states the recommended engine oil viscosity
grade for your engine.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.2L Engine
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil®
or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem-
peratures. 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 “Engine Compartment” in “Maintaining
Your Vehicle” for further information.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber 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.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 663

Electric Parking Brake......................511
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................138
Electronic Brake Control System...............519
Electronic Range Select (ERS).................492
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..............523
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........187
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............533
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......286
Change Engine Oil......................351
Selectable Menu Items....................356
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher..................615
Jacking...............................628
Jump Starting..........................640
Overheating...........................615
Emission Control System Maintenance..........658
Engine.................................655
Air Cleaner...........................664
Block Heater..........................480
Break-In Recommendations................116
Checking Oil Level......................661
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................728
Cooling..............................686
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................117
Fails to Start...........................474
Flooded, Starting.......................474
Fuel Requirements......................579
Jump Starting..........................640
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..661
Oil Filler Cap..........................655
Oil Filter.............................664
Oil Selection...........................662
Oil Synthetic..........................663
Overheating...........................615
Starting..............................472
Temperature Gauge......................338
EngineOil Viscosity.......................663
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................66310
INDEX 753

Heated...............................140
Outside..............................137
Rearview.............................130
Vanity...............................140
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................568
MOPAR® Parts...........................659
MTBE/ETBE............................580
Multi-Function Control Lever.................173
New Vehicle Break-In Period.................116
Occupant Restraints........................52
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................579
Odometer...............................333
Tr i p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..333
Oil, Engine..............................661
Capacity.............................727
Change Interval........................662
Checking.............................661
Dipstick..............................661
Disposal..............................664
Filter................................664
Filter Disposal.........................664
Identification Logo......................662
Materials Added to......................663
Recommendation.......................662
Synthetic.............................663
Viscosity.............................663
Oil Filter, Change.........................664
Oil Filter, Selection........................664
Onboard Diagnostic System..................657
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®)............288
Operating Precautions......................657
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).............5
Outside Rearview Mirrors...................137
Overheating, Engine.......................338
760 INDEX

Vanity Mirrors...........................140
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).............7
Vehicle Loading..........................549
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations...............8
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm)..........19
Vehicle Storage...........................447
Viscosity, Engine Oil.......................663
Warning Flasher, Hazard....................615
Warning, Roll Over.........................4
Warnings and Cautions.......................7
Warranty Information......................742
Washers, Windshield.......................178
Washing Vehicle..........................699
Wheel and Wheel Trim.....................701
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care.................701
Wind Buffeting............................47
Window Fogging.........................447
Windows................................44
Power................................44
Windshield Defroster.......................119
Windshield Washers.......................178
Fluid................................683
Windshield Wiper Blades....................676
Windshield Wipers........................178
Wiper Blade Replacement...................676
Wipers, Intermittent.......................180
Wipers, Rain Sensitive......................183
Wireless Charging Pad......................308
768 INDEX