2016 CHRYSLER 200 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 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.
WARNING!
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
•
Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.0L, 2.4L
Engine
MOPAR SAE 0W-20 engine oil approved to FCA US
Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix
or equivalent is recommended for all operating tempera-
tures. 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 Compart-
ment” in this section.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 — 3.6L Engine
MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA US
Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix
or equivalent is recommended for all operating tempera-
tures. 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 FCA
US 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.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597

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.
Synthetic engine oils which do not have both the engine
oil certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
number should not be used.
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 sta-
tion 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 dispos-
able 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 high quality oil filters
and are recommended.
598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Coolant (Antifreeze).....................654
Cooling ............................. .609
Exhaust Gas Caution .................109, 528
Fails To Start ......................... .449
Flooded, Starting ...................... .449
Fuel Requirements ..................... .524
Jump Starting ......................... .572
Oil .......................... .595, 653, 654
Oil Filler Cap ...................589, 590, 597
Oil Filter ............................ .598
Oil Selection ...................... .596, 653
Oil Synthetic ......................... .598
Overheating .......................... .545
Starting ............................. .447
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .597
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................597
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............81
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................ .525, 529Event Data Recorder
........................85
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................109, 528
Exhaust System ...................... .109, 606
Exterior Lighting ..................... .159, 646
Exterior Lights ........................112,646
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .599
Air Conditioning ....................419, 602
Engine Oil ........................ .598, 654
Engine Oil Disposal .....................598
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .545
Turn Signal ..................112, 165, 347, 644
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .165
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .531
Engine Oil ........................... .531
Fuel Requirements ...................529, 530
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Memory Seats And Radio...................153
Methanol .............................. .525
Mirrors ............................... .120
Electric Powered ....................... .129
Electric Remote ........................ .129
Exterior Folding ....................... .128
Heated .............................. .130
Outside ............................. .128
Rearview ......................... .120, 121
Vanity .............................. .131
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................514
MOPAR Parts ........................ .593, 671
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .525
Multi-Function Control Lever .................164
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................107
Occupant Restraints ........................47 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)
.............524, 654
Oil, Engine ......................... .595, 654
Capacity ............................ .653
Change Interval ....................... .596
Checking ............................ .595
Dipstick ............................. .595
Disposal ............................. .598
Filter ............................ .598, 654
Filter Disposal ........................ .598
Identification Logo ..................... .596
Materials Added To ..................... .598
Pressure Warning Light ...................328
Recommendation ....................596, 653
Synthetic ............................ .598
Viscosity ......................... .597, 653
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .598
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .598
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .328
Onboar

d Diagnostic System ..................591
690 INDEX

Vehicle Loading...................... .497, 536
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Storage ....................... .418, 638
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .597
Voice Recognition System (VR) ................421
Warning Flasher, Hazard ....................545
Warnings And Cautions ......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .671
Washers, Windshield ....................170, 606
Washing Vehicle ......................... .619
Water Driving Through ....................... .465
Wheel And Wheel Trim .....................620
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .................620
Wind Buffeting .....................44, 287, 292
Window Fogging ........................ .419
Windows ................................41
Auto Down ............................42 Driver/Passenger Window Controls
...........41
Express Up And Down ....................43
Power ................................41
Power Windows .........................41
Rear Passenger Window Controls .............41
Reset Auto-Up ..........................44
Wind Buffeting ..........................44
Window Controls ........................41
Window Lockout ........................44
Windshield Defroster .......................110
Windshield Washers ....................170, 606
Fluid ............................... .606
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................605
Windshield Wipers ....................... .170
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................605
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... .171
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ..................... .174
Wrecker Towing ......................... .581
698 INDEX