2017 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 “Dealer
Service” in “Servicing And Maintenance”.
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.
PARKING BRAKE
Electric Park Brake (EPB)
Your vehicle is equipped with an Electric Park Brake
System (EPB) that offers simple operation, and some
additional features that make the parking brake more
convenient and useful.
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the
vehicle from rolling while parked. Before leaving the
vehicle, make sure that the park brake is applied. Also, be
certain to leave the transmission in PARK.
You can engage the park brake in two ways:
• Manually, by applying the park brake switch.
• Automatically, by enabling the Auto Park Brake feature
in the customer programmable features section of the
Uconnect settings.
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American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American Pe-
troleum Institute (API). The manu-
facturer only recommends API Cer-
tified engine oils.
This symbol certifies 0W-20, 5W-20,
0W-30, 5W-30 and 10W-30 engine
oils.
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) — 2.4L Engine
MOPAR SAE 0W-20 engine oil approved to FCA Material
Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix or equiva-
lent is recommended for all operating temperatures. 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 certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
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 temperatures.
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 this section.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
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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 addi-
tion 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 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 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.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the
proper maintenance intervals.
NOTE:Be sure to follow the “Severe Duty Conditions”
maintenance interval if applicable.8
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Disabled Vehicle Towing.....................439
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................477
Do Not Disturb ........................... .589
Door Ajar ............................... .149
Door Ajar Light ........................... .149
Door Opener, Garage ....................... .108
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ........................45
Driving ................................. .385
E-85 Fuel ............................... .518
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .........119
Electric Parking Brake ...................... .264
Electronic Brake Control System ................169
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................168
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...................177
Traction Control System ....................173
Electronic Range Select (ERS)..................276
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......290, 293
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............173
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........148
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .......363
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ...................391
Jacking ........................... .414, 481Jump Starting
.......................... .431
Overheating ........................... .436
Emission Control System Maintenance ............164
Engine .............................. .451, 452
Air Cleaner ............................ .457
Block Heater ........................... .263
Break-In Recommendations .................264
Checking Oil Level ...................... .453
Cooling .............................. .474
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................252, 517
Fails To Start ........................... .262
Flooded, Starting ........................ .262
Jump

Starting .......................... .431
Oil .............................. .455, 521
Oil Filler Cap .....................451, 452, 456
Oil Filter .............................. .457
Oil Selection ........................ .455, 521
Oil Synthetic ........................... .457
Overheating ........................... .436
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .456
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................456
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........233, 444
Ethanol ............................. .515, 518
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................252, 517
Exhaust System ....................... .252, 472
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Capacity.............................. .521
Change Interval ........................ .455
Checking ............................. .453
Dipstick .............................. .453
Disposal .............................. .457
Filter ................................ .457
Filter Disposal .......................... .457
Identification Logo ...................... .456
Materials Added To ...................... .457
Pressure Warning Light ....................146
Recommendation .....................455, 521
Synthetic ............................. .457
Viscosity .......................... .456, 521
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .457
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .457
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .146
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................163
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ...............108
Operating Precautions ...................... .163
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ...............5
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................60
Overheating, Engine ....................... .436
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...........5,596Paint Care
............................... .505
Parking Brake ............................ .264
ParkSense System, Rear ...................314, 321
Personalized Menu Bar ..................... .527
Pets ................................... .251
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........485
Power Brakes ............................... .512
Door Locks ..............................37
Inverter .............................. .122
Lift Gate .............................. .105
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............119
Sunroof ................................97
Windows ...............................95
Pr

egnant Women And Seat Belts ................210
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .416
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................211
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .491
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............476
Radio Frequency General Information ................25, 32, 34, 41
Radio Operation .......................... .569
Radio Remote Controls ..................... .567
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UconnectCustomer Programmable Features ..........31, 541
Uconnect Settings ..................... .31, 541
Uconnect 8.4/8.4 NAV ....................589, 590
Uconnect Access Vehicle Health Alert ...................... .582
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features .............539
Passive Entry Programming .................539
Uconnect Settings ....................... .539
Uconnect Voice Command ....................570
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................503
Universal Transmitter ....................... .108
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................208
Vanity Mirrors ......................... .62, 119
Vehicle Loading ....................... .367, 486
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................7
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ...........34
Vehicle Storage .............................93
Viscosity, Engine Oil ....................... .456
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................570
Warning Flasher, Hazard .....................391
Warning, Roll Over ...........................5 Warnings And Cautions
.......................7
Warranty Information ...................... .595
Washers, Windshield ..................... .70, 453
Washing Vehicle .......................... .506
Wheel And Wheel Trim ..................... .498
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................498
Wind Buffeting ........................... .101
Window Fogging ...........................93
Windows Close ..................................95
Down .................................95
Open ..................................95
Power .................................95
Up....................................95
Windshield Defroster ....................... .253
Windshield Washers ..................... .70, 453
Fluid ................................ .453
Windshield Wiper Blades .....................467
W

indshield Wipers ..........................70
Wiper Blade Replacement .....................467
Wipers, Intermittent .........................74
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ........................72
Wireless Charging Pad ...................... .123
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