oil viscosity CHRYSLER 200 2012 1.G Owners Manual

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 recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle”.
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 an indication of difficulty.
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 seri-
ously 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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85

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
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for
your vehicle.
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 “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.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 (SAE Grade) – 3.6L Engine
SAE 5W-30 engine oil is preferred for all operating
temperatures. The engine oil filler cap also shows the
recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle.
Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
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 “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
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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.
Materials Added To Engine Oils
Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak
detection dyes, to your engine oil. Engine oil is an
engineered product and it’s performance may be im-
paired 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
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
All of this manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type
disposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replace-
ment. The quality of replacement filters varies consider-
ably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure
most efficient service. MOPARengine oil filters are high
quality oil filters and are recommended.
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Oil Selection..................... 416,455
Oil Synthetic ........................ 418
Overheating ........................ 386
Starting ........................... 294
Temperature Gauge ................... 194
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 417
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 68
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 361
Event Data Recorder ...................... 71
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 86,364
Exhaust System ....................... 86,425
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 57
Exterior Lights .......................... 89
Fabric Care ............................ 442
Filler Location Fuel .................... 194,368Filters
Air Cleaner ......................... 419
Air Conditioning .................. 286,422
Automatic Transmission ................ 438
Engine Oil ....................... 418,456
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 418
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 153
Flashers .............................. 386
Hazard Warning ..................... 386
Turn Signal ....................... 89,453
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 368
Engine Oil ......................... 367
Fuel Requirements ................. 365,366
Maintenance ........................ 368
Replacement Parts .................... 368
Starting ........................... 367
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 295
Floor Console .......................... 182
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INDEX 491

Occupant Restraints..................... 64,68
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) .........40,61,62,64,67
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 360
Odometer ............................. 198
Trip ........................... 198,201
Oil Change Indicator .................. 200,212
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............200,212
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 418
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 418
Oil Pressure Light ....................... 196
Oil, Engine ......................... 415,456
Capacity ........................... 455
Change Interval ................ 200,212,416
Checking .......................... 415
Dipstick ........................... 415
Disposal ........................... 418
Filter .......................... 418,456
Filter Disposal ....................... 418
Identification Logo ................... 416 Materials Added to
................... 418
Recommendation .................. 416,455
Synthetic .......................... 418
Viscosity ........................ 417,455
Onboard Diagnostic System .............. 411,412
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ........... 164
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Overheating, Engine ...................... 386
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,481
Paint Care ............................. 438
Panic Alarm ............................ 25
Parking Brake .......................... 322
Passing Light ........................... 153
Personal Settings ........................ 219
Pets .................................. 84
Phone, Cellular ......................... 100
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ............. 100
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 337
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INDEX 497

Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 164
Transporting Pets........................ 84
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 348
Trip Computer .......................... 207
Trip Odometer .......................... 198
Trip Odometer Reset Button ................ 201
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) ...................... 38
Trunk Release Remote Control ............... 38
Trunk Release, Emergency ................39,40
Turn Signals ...................... 152,202,453
UCI Connector ......................... 265
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ............. 100
Understanding Your Instrument Panel ......... 192
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 483
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 265
Universal Transmitter ..................... 164
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 360 Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt
.............. 49
Upholstery Care ........................ 442
Vanity Mirrors .......................... 100
Variance, Compass ....................... 215
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 371
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 338,371,373
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 285,449
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 417
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 130
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 194
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 480
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INDEX 503