oil temperature CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2005 1.G Owners Manual

The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before
starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground, will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on thedipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at
the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling the crankcase as indicated by an oil level
above the “Max” mark on the engine oil dipstick
will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil
pressure and an increase in oil temperature. This
could damage your engine.
Change Engine Oil
Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the
interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the
following list to decide if any apply to you.
•Day and night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C).
•Stop and Go driving.
Engine Oil Dipstick
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Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet
the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard
MS-6395.
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-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera-
ture starting and vehicle fuel economy. Refer to your
engine oil filler cap for the recommended engine oil
viscosity for your vehicle.
For information on engine oil filler cap location, see the
Engine Compartment illustration in this section.
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.
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SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES
Follow schedule “B”—All Engines if you usually operate
your vehicle under one or more of the following condi-
tions.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every
60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated
under one or more of the conditions marked with an.
Change the manual transaxle fluid every 48,000 miles (77
000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under one or
more of the conditions marked with an †.
•Day and night temperatures are below32° F (0° C).
•Stop and go driving.
•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C ).
•Trailer towing.†
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).†
•Off-road or desert operation.
•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first, and follow schedule “B—All
Engines” of theMaintenance Schedulessection of this
manual.
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Emission Control System Maintenance......267,316
Engine............................264,265
Break-In Recommendations................ 60
Checking Oil Level..................... 269
Cooling............................. 284
Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 238
Fuel Requirements..................... 235
Jump Starting......................... 254
Oil ...........................269,311,312
Oil Change Interval.................... 270
Oil Filler Cap...................264,265,272
Oil Filter............................ 312
Oil Selection.......................... 272
Oil Synthetic......................... 272
Overheating.......................... 246
Temperature Gauge..................... 138
Timing Belt.......................... 276
Exhaust Gas Caution..............29,61,238,283
Exhaust System......................... 283Filler Location Fuel...................... 143
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 276
Engine Fuel.......................... 276
Engine Oil........................273,312
Flashers.............................. 246
Hazard Warning....................... 246
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 253
Flooded Engine Starting................... 197
Fluid, Brake........................... 313
Fluid Capacities......................... 311
Fluid Leaks............................. 62
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 294
Fluids................................ 312
Fog Light Service........................ 309
Fog Lights...........................97,143
Folding Rear Seat........................ 87
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 257
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Key, Sentry............................. 14
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 22
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster..........................47,49
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 138
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 34
Latches
Hood............................... 93
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 235
Liftgate................................ 28
Light Bulbs.........................306,308
Lights...............................62,94
Airbag........................47,52,62,142
Anti-Lock........................... 139
Back-Up............................. 310
Brake Warning........................ 140
Center Mounted Stop................... 310Courtesy/Reading...................... 94
Daytime Running....................... 97
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................ 96
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 138
Fog ...........................97,143,309
Front Replacement..................... 308
Headlight Switch....................... 96
Headlights............................ 96
High Beam Indicator.................... 139
Instrument Cluster...................... 96
Interior.............................. 95
Liftgate Ajar.......................... 137
Lights On Reminder..................... 97
Low Fuel............................ 143
Malfunction Indicator................... 142
Oil Pressure.......................... 137
Rear Servicing........................ 309
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 139
Security Alarm......................... 26
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