2019 Ram ProMaster City oil viscosity

•The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one
hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord
before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical
cord could cause electrocution.
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 “Fluids And
Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”.
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. Please check your oil level with
the engine oil indicator often during the break in period.
Add oil as required.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave an auto-
matic transmission in PARK, or manual transmission in
REVERSE or first gear.
The parking brake lever is located in the center console. To
apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as
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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.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recommended
oil quality requirements are met, and the recommended
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 an authorized dealer, service station
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
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 241

Towing............................... .228
Emission Control System Maintenance ............84
Engine ................................. .237
Air Cleaner ............................ .242
Block Heater ........................... .151
Break-In Recommendations .................152
Checking Oil Level ...................... .238
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .292
Cooling .............................. .246
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................143, 291
Fails To Start ........................... .150
Flooded, Starting ........................ .150
Jump Starting .......................... .220
Oil .............................. .240, 292
Oil Filler Cap ....................... .237, 241
Oil Filter .............................. .241
Oil Selection ........................ .240, 292
Oil Synthetic ........................... .241
Overheating ........................... .223
Starting .............................. .149
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .241
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................241
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........120, 229
Ethanol ................................. .289
Exhaust Gas Cautions ....................143, 291 Exhaust System
....................... .143, 244
Exterior Lights ......................... .41, 145
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .242
Air Conditioning ..........................53
Engine Oil ......................... .241, 292
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .241
Flashers Hazard Warning ........................ .191
Turn Signals ......................... .82, 145
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .150
Fluid, Brake ............................. .294
Fluid
Capacities ........................... .292
Fluid Leaks .............................. .146
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................ .251
Engine Oil ............................ .238
Power Steering ......................... .163
Fluids And Lubricants ...................... .292
Fog Lights ................................42
Fold-Flat Seats .............................29
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................191
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .226
Fuel ................................... .288
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INDEX 329

Viscosity.......................... .241, 292
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .241
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .241
Oil Pressure Light ...........................77
Onboard Diagnostic System ....................83
Operating Precautions ........................83
Operator Manual Owner’s Manual .......................5,324
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................38
Overheating, Engine ....................... .223
Paint Care ............................... .280
Parking Brake ............................ .152
ParkSense System, Rear ..................... .166
Passing Light ..............................42
Personal Settings .......................... .297
Pets ................................... .142
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........262
Power Mirrors ................................39
Steering ........................... .162, 163
Windows ...............................54
Power Steering Fluid ....................... .294
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................106
Preparation For Jacking ...................204, 208 Pretensioners
Seat Belts ............................. .107
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .268
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............249
Radio Frequency General Information .....................19, 21
Radio Operation .......................... .310
Rear Camera ............................. .171
Rear ParkSense System ..................... .166
Recreational Towing ........................ .185
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .289
Refrigerant .............................. .243
Release, Hood ..............................58
Reminder, Seat Belt ..........................99
Remote Keyless Entry Programming Additional Key Fobs .............19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ...........308
Replacement

Bulbs ........................ .191
Replacement Keys ...........................21
Replacement Tires ......................... .271
Reporting Safety Defects .....................323
Restraints, Child .......................... .122
Restraints, Head ............................34
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INDEX 333

Tire Safety Information...................... .256
Tire Service Kit ........................... .217
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................179
To Open Hood .............................58
Towing ................................. .176
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .228
Guide ................................ .179
Recreational ........................... .185
Weight ............................... .179
Towing Behind A Motorhome ..................185
Traction ................................ .186
Traction Control ............................89
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ....................93
Trailer Towing ............................ .176
Cooling System Tips ..................... .184
Hitches ............................... .178
Minimum Requirements ....................180
Tips ................................. .184
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................179
Wiring ............................... .182
Trailer Towing Guide ....................... .179
Trailer Weight ............................ .179
Transmission ............................. .156
Automatic ...................... .154, 156, 252
Fluid ................................ .294Maintenance
........................... .252
Transporting Pets ......................... .142
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .269
Trip Computer .............................73
Turn Signals ...............................82
Uconnect Uconnect Settings .........................18
Uconnect Voice Command ....................311
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................278
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................104
Vehicle Certification Label ....................174
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............286
Vehicle Loading .....................174,
175, 263
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................6
Vehicle Storage ......................... .53, 279
Viscosity, Engine Oil ....................... .241
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................311
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions) ....82
Warnings And Cautions .......................5
Warranty Information ...................... .323
Washers, Windshield ..................... .46, 238
Washing Vehicle .......................... .280
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