oil viscosity DODGE CHARGER 2012 7.G Owners Manual

Transporting Pets
Air Bags 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 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. 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.
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Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa-
tion.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
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 Chrysler 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.
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) – 3.6L Engine
SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures.
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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 that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 5.7L Engine
SAE 5W-20 engine oil 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 “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 Multi-Displacement System (MDS). Re-
fer to “Multi-Displacement System” in “Starting and
Operating” 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.
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 Oil
Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak
detection dyes, to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engi-
neered product and its performance may be impaired by
supplemental additives.
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Coolant (Antifreeze)................ 509,539
Cooling ........................... 508
Exhaust Gas Caution ................82,440
Fails to Start ........................ 367
Flooded, Starting ..................... 367
Fuel Requirements .................... 436
Jump Starting ....................... 475
Multi-Displacement ................... 391
Oil ......................... 495,538,539
Oil Change Interval ................ 308,496
Oil Filler Cap .................... 496,497
Oil Filter ........................... 498
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 498
Oil Selection ..................... 496,538
Oil Synthetic ........................ 497
Overheating ........................ 464
Starting ........................... 364
Temperature Gauge ................... 298 Engine Oil Viscosity
................... 496,497
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 66
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 437
Event Data Recorder ...................... 69
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 82,440
Exhaust System ....................... 82,506
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 96
Exterior Lighting ........................ 199
Exterior Lights .......................... 85
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 294
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 498
Air Conditioning .................. 356,502
Engine Oil ....................... 498,539
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 498
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 205
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Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 426
Mopar Parts ......................... 493,564
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 437
Multi-Displacement Engine System ........... 391
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 204
Navigation System (Uconnect™ gps) .......... 254
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 81
Occupant Restraints ................... 41,62,66
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ...........57,58,62,65
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 539
Odometer ............................. 290
Oil Change Indicator .................. 291,308
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............291,308
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 498
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 498
Oil, Engine ......................... 495,539
Capacity ........................... 538 Change Interval
................... 308,496
Checking .......................... 495
Dipstick ........................... 495
Disposal ........................... 498
Filter .......................... 498,539
Filter Disposal ....................... 498
Identification Logo ................... 496
Materials Added to ................... 497
Recommendation .................. 496,538
Synthetic .......................... 497
Viscosity ..................... 496,497,538
Onboard Diagnostic System ................ 491
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ........... 258
Operating Precautions .................... 491
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 95
Overdrive ............................. 381
Overdrive OFF Switch .................... 381
Overhead Console ....................... 256
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Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
Transporting Pets ........................ 81
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 420
Trip Odometer .......................... 290
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .................... 39,41
Trunk Release Remote Control ............... 39
Trunk Release, Emergency .................. 41
Turn Signals ......................... 204,290
UCI Connector ......................... 341
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 567
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 341
Universal Transmitter ..................... 258
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .............. 49
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 98
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 447
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ................... 410,447,449Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
.............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 356,533
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 17
Viscosity, Engine Oil ................... 496,497
Warning Flasher, Hazard .................. 464
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 290
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 564
Washer Adding Fluid ....................... 505
Washers, Windshield ................ 209,210,505
Washing Vehicle ......................... 519
Water Driving Through ..................... 387
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 521
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 521
Wind Buffeting ....................... 39,269
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