2021 CHRYSLER PACIFICA HYBRID oil additives

334SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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 addition 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
A full-flow type disposable oil filter should be used
for replacement. The quality of replacement filters
varies considerably. Only high quality Mopar®
certified filters should be used.
ENGINE AIR CLEANER FILTER
For the proper maintenance intervals
Úpage 328. Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement filters varies
considerably. Only high quality Mopar® certified
filters should be used.
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT INSPECTION
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.
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses,
etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the
case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air
induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless
such removal is necessary for repair or
maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the
engine compartment before starting the vehicle
with the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses,
etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to inspect an accessory drive
belt with vehicle running.
When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead. The fan is
temperature controlled and can start at any
time regardless of ignition mode. You could be
injured by the moving fan blades.
You can be badly injured working on or around
a motor vehicle. Only do service work for which
you have the knowledge and the proper equip
-
ment. If you have any doubt about your ability
to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a
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Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under hood services or
immediately if the “Brake Warning Light” is
illuminated.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area
before removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to
bring the fluid level up to the requirements
described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the
brake pads wear. Brake fluid level should be
checked when pads are replaced. However, low
fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup
may be needed.
Use only manufacturer recommended brake fluid
Ú page 383.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against
using any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an
engineered product and its performance may be
impaired by supplemental additives. Therefore, do
not add any fluid additives to the transmission.
Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
WARNING!
Use only manufacturer recommended brake
fluid Ú page 383. Using the wrong type of
brake fluid can severely damage your brake
system and/or impair its performance. The
proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is
also identified on the original factory installed
hydraulic master cylinder reservoir.
To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that
has been in a tightly closed container. Keep
the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at
all times. Brake fluid in a open container
absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a
lower boiling point. This may cause it to boil
unexpectedly during hard or prolonged
braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. This
could result in a collision.
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result
in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts,
causing the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake
fluid can also damage painted and vinyl
surfaces, care should be taken to avoid its
contact with these surfaces.
Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contam -
inate the brake fluid. Brake seal components
could be damaged, causing partial or
complete brake failure. This could result in a
collision.
WARNING!
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your
transmission as the chemicals can damage your
transmission components. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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................................ 135Fluid Capacities............................................. 381Fluid Leaks.................................................... 293Fluid Level Checks Brake........................................................ 345Engine Oil.................................................. 332Fluid, Brake................................................... 383Fog Lights................................................. 63, 66Fold In Floor (Stow ‘n Go) Seating.................... 42Fold-Flat Seats................................................. 32Forward Collision Warning............................. 244Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 323Front Position Light........................................ 355Fuel............................................................... 378Additives................................................... 380Clean Air.................................................... 378Ethanol...................................................... 379Filler Cap (Gas Cap)................................... 175Gasoline.................................................... 378Materials Added........................................ 380Methanol................................................... 379Octane Rating................................. 378, 382Requirements........................................... 378Specifications............................................ 382Tank Capacity............................................ 381Fuses............................................................. 346
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)..................... 60Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap).............................. 175Gasoline, (Fuel)............................................. 378Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 378Gasoline, Reformulated................................ 378Gear Ranges................................................. 141Glass Cleaning.............................................. 376Gross Axle Weight Rating.............................. 178Gross Vehicle Weight Rating......................... 177GVWR............................................................ 176
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HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
....................... 187Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 295Head Restraints............................................... 52Headlights....................................................... 63Cleaning................................................... 374High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.......... 63Lights On Reminder.............................. 63, 65Passing................................................. 63, 65Switch.......................................................... 63Time Delay................................................... 63Washers...................................................... 65Heated Mirrors.......................................... 57, 60Heated Seats................................................... 51
Heater, Engine Block..................................... 136Hill Start Assist.............................................. 238HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 179HomeLink (Garage Door Opener).....................60Hood Prop........................................................97Hood Release...................................................97Hook, Coat.......................................................87
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Ignition.............................................................17Switch..........................................................17Indicator LightsBlue.......................................................... 130Green........................................................ 129White........................................................ 130Yellow....................................................... 129Inside Rearview Mirror........................... 57, 295Instrument Cluster............................... 110, 112Display...................................................... 112Display Controls........................................ 113Menu Items.............................................. 116Instrument Cluster DisplayAudio........................................................ 117Driver Assist.............................................. 116Fuel Economy........................................... 117Messages................................................. 11711

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