oil viscosity CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE 2010 3.G Owners Manual

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. Oilchanges 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”. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL
OILS MUST NEVER BE USED.
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 inter-
preted as an indication of difficulty.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77

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 and 2.7L
Engines
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) – 3.5L Engine
SAE 10W-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
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition 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
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 theenvironment. 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. MOPAR
engine oil filters are high
quality oil filters and are recommended.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359

Oil Filter Disposal..................... 359
Oil Selection ....................... 357,403
Oil Synthetic ......................... 359
Overheating .......................... 330
Starting ............................. 247
Temperature Gauge .................... 158
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 358
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 61
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 305
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 78,309
Exhaust System ....................... 78,366
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 51
Exterior Lights .......................... 81
Fabric Care ............................ 382
Filler Location Fuel .................... 158,314
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 360 Air Conditioning
.................... 241,363
Automatic Transaxle .................... 378
Engine Oil ........................ 359,404
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 359
Flashers .............................. 330
Hazard Warning ....................... 330
Turn Signal ........................ 81,128
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 128
Flat Tire Changing ....................... 332
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ 338
Flexible Fuel Vehicles ..................... 310
Cruising Range ....................... 313
Engine Oil ........................... 312
Fuel Requirements .................. 310,311
Maintenance ....................... 310,313
Replacement Parts ..................... 313
Starting ............................. 313
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 248
Floor Console .......................... 149
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INDEX 441

Viscosity......................... 358,403
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 359
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 359
Oil Pressure Light ....................... 160
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............352,353
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 138
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 110
Overdrive ............................. 255
Overheating, Engine ...................... 330
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,431
Paint Care ............................. 379
Panic Alarm ............................ 25
Parking Brake .......................... 264
Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System) .... 117
Passing Light ........................... 128
Personal Settings ........................ 179
Pets .................................. 76 Phone, Cellular
......................... 112
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ............. 112
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 282
Power Accessory Delay ........................ 12
Deck Lid Release ....................... 35
Door Locks ........................... 30
Mirrors ............................. 110
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 144
Seats ............................... 113
Steering .......................... 263,264
Windows ............................. 32
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 51
Preparation for Jacking .................... 332
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................ 45
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 179
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 21
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Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone)............. 112
Understanding Your Instrument Panel ......... 156
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 433
Universal Transmitter ..................... 138
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 304
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .............. 44
Upholstery Care ........................ 382
Vanity Mirrors .......................... 112
Variance, Compass ....................... 178
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 316
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 283,316,317
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 240,393
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 358
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 112Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)
............. 158
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 430
Washer, Adding Fluid ..................... 366
Washers, Windshield ................ 130,133,366
Washing Vehicle ......................... 380
Water Driving Through ...................... 261
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 381
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 381
Wind Buffeting .......................... 35
Window Fogging ........................ 241
Windows .............................. 32
Power ............................... 32
Windshield Defroster .............80,232,233,238
Windshield Washers ................... 130,133
Fluid ............................... 366
454 INDEX