oil dipstick DODGE MAGNUM 2007 1.G Owners Manual

WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you
have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed
maintenance intervals, there are other items that should
operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it
could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance.
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level — 2.7L, 3.5L Engines
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
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 the
dipstick. Adding 1.0 quart (1.0L) of oil when the reading
is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
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CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Checking Oil Level — 5.7L Engine
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.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 in the “SAFE” range. Adding 1.0 quart (1.0L)
of oil when the reading is at the bottom of the “SAFE”
range will result in an oil level at the top of the “SAFE”
range on these engines.
Engine Oil Dipstick
Engine Oil Dipstick
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Odometer............................ 140
Trip ............................... 140
Oil, Engine.........................309,351
Capacity............................ 350
Change Interval...................... 311
Checking........................309,310
Dipstick .........................309,310
Disposal............................ 313
Filter...........................314,351
Filter Disposal....................... 313
Identification Logo.................... 312
Materials Added to.................... 313
Recommendation.................. 311,350
Synthetic........................... 313
Viscosity.........................312,350
Onboard Diagnostic System............306,307
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ......... 110
Operating Precautions................... 306
Outside Rearview Mirrors................. 68
Overdrive............................ 216
Overhead Console...................... 109
Overheating, Engine..................141,284
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)......... 377Panic Alarm........................... 20
Parking Brake......................... 225
ParkingOnHill ........................ 225
Passing Light........................... 99
Pedals, Adjustable...................... 105
Personal Settings....................... 156
Pets .................................. 58
Phone, Cellular......................... 70
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™)............ 70
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 240
Power
Brakes............................. 226
Distribution Center (Fuses).............. 337
Door Locks.......................... 23
Mirrors ............................. 69
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)........ 118
Seats............................... 90
Steering .........................229,319
Steering, Checking.................... 319
Sunroof............................ 115
Windows............................ 27
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 40
Preparation for Jacking................... 286
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