oil viscosity DODGE CHALLENGER 2014 3.G Owners Manual

While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant
installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-
conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be
consistent with anticipated climate and conditions under
which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
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. Please check
your oil level with the engine oil indicator often during
the break in period. Add oil as required.
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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97

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.
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 — 3.6L Engine
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to Chrysler
Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell
Helix® or equivalent is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
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 the “Engine Com-
partment” illustration in this section.
NOTE:MOPAR® SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®,
Shell Helix® or equivalent may be used when SAE 5W-20
engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available.
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Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent such as
Pennzoil® or Shell Helix® is recommended for all oper-
ating temperatures. This engine oil improves low tem-
perature starting and vehicle fuel economy.
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.
NOTE:Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use
SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper
operation of the Fuel Saver Technology. Refer to “Fuel
Saver Technology – If Equipped” in “Starting and Oper-
ating” for further information. Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
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 its
performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives.
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.
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Compartment Identification................436
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................456
Cooling ............................. .456
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................98
Fails to Start .......................... .296
Flooded, Starting ...................... .296
Fuel Requirements ..................... .371
Jump Starting ......................... .421
Oil................................. .442
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .445
Oil Selection .......................... .443
Oil Synthetic ......................... .445
Overheating .......................... .399
Starting ............................. .290
Temperature Gauge ......................211
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .444
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................444
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............69
Entry System, Illuminated ....................22 Ethanol
............................... .373
Event Data Recorder ........................72
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................98
Exhaust System ...........................98
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................110
Exterior Lighting ......................... .161
Exterior Lights .......................... .101
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .376
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .446
Air Conditioning ...................... .283
Engine Oil ........................... .446
Engine Oil Disposal .....................446
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .399
Turn Signal .......................... .101
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .166
Flooded Engine Starting ....................296
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INDEX 521

Change Interval....................... .443
Checking ............................ .442
Dipstick ............................. .442
Disposal ............................. .446
Filter ............................... .446
Filter Disposal ........................ .446
Identification Logo ..................... .444
Materials Added to ..................... .445
Recommendation ...................... .443
Synthetic ............................ .445
Viscosity ............................ .444
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .446
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................438
Operating Precautions ..................... .438
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................110
Overdrive .............................. .313
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .313
Overhead Console ........................ .184Overheating, Engine
...................... .212
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .468
Panic Alarm ..............................27
Parking Brake ........................... .321
ParkSense® System, Rear ....................176
Passing Light ........................... .166
Personal Settings ......................... .234
Pets ....................................96
Pets, Transporting ..........................96
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........344
Power Brakes .............................. .324
Deck Lid Release ........................43
Distribution Center (Fuses) ................478
Door Locks ............................34
Mirrors ..............................111
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........197
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Vanity Mirrors...........................112
Variance, Compass ....................... .232
Vehicle Certification Label ...................379
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .344
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........19
Vehicle Storage .......................... .282
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .444
Voice Command Commands ........................... .145
System Operation ...................... .143
Voice Recognition System (VR) ................143
Warning Flasher, Hazard ....................399
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .210
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .510Washer
Adding Fluid ......................... .453
Washers, Windshield ...................... .168
Washing Vehicle ......................... .469
Water Driving Through ....................... .317
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................470
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................470
Wind Buffeting ............................42
Window Fogging ........................ .282
Windows ................................41
Power ................................41
Windshield Defroster .......................99
Windshield Washers ...................... .168
Fluid ............................... .453
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................452
Windshield Wipers ....................... .168
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................452
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... .169
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