oil viscosity JEEP COMPASS 2007 1.G Owners Manual

•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or
slouching can move the belt out of position.
•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind
their back.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your new 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
detrimental 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.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT
OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE
USED.
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American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera-
ture starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil
filler cap also states the recommended engine oil vis-
cosity 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.
Synthetic Engine Oils
There are a number of engine oils being promoted as
either synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you chose to use
such a product, useonlythose oils that are American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certified and have the recom-
mended SAE viscosity grade. Follow the maintenance
schedule that describes your driving type.
Materials Added To Engine Oils
The manufacture 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
it’s performance may be impaired by supplemental ad-
ditives.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323
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Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 269
Mopar Parts.........................319,387
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 119
Navigation Radio........................ 209
Navigation System....................... 209
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 72
Occupant Classification System (OCS).......... 54
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)................. 36
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 277
Odometer............................. 173
Trip .............................171,173
Oil, Engine.........................320,362
Capacity............................ 362
Change Interval....................... 322
Checking............................ 320
Disposal............................ 324Filter ............................... 324
Identification Logo..................... 323
Materials Added to..................... 323
Recommendation...................322,362
Synthetic............................ 323
Viscosity............................ 323
Oil Pressure Light....................... 167
Onboard Diagnostic System..............317,318
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 132
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 4
Outside Air Intake....................... 227
Overdrive............................. 238
Overheating, Engine...................... 298
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)......... 4,388
PaintCare ............................. 345
Panic Alarm............................ 26
Parking Brake.......................... 244
Passing Light........................... 123
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