oil viscosity JEEP COMMANDER 2007 1.G Owners Manual

Transporting Pets
Airbags 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 in
your new 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
detrimental 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.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown in Section 7 of this manual. 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 as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67
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Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles
Whether operating the vehicle on an E-85 ethanol fuel or
unleaded gasoline the engine oil requirements are the
same. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in Section 7 of
this manual for the proper quality and viscosity engine
oil.
Starting
The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use
when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the
range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an
increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and
a deterioration in drivability (sags and/or hesitations)
until the engine is fully warmed up.
Cruising Range
Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon than
gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel con-
sumption. You can expect your miles per gallon (mpg)
and your driving range to decrease by about 30% com-
pared to gasoline operation.
Replacement Parts
Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are
designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure
that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com-
patible parts.
CAUTION!
Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol
compatible components can damage your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 313
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Material Standard MS-6395. Use Moparor an equiva-
lent oil meeting the specification 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 that
meet the requirements of
DaimlerChrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-6395. Use Moparor an
equivalent oil meeting the specifi-
cation MS-6395.
Engine Oil Viscosity (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L Engines)
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera-
ture starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil
filler cap also shows 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
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.
364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Jump Starting......................... 348
Tow Hooks.......................... 351
Emission Control System Maintenance......359,406
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 366
Block Heater......................... 255
Break-In Recommendations................ 67
Compartment...................355,356,357
Compartment Identification.........355,356,357
Cooling............................. 375
Exhaust Gas Caution................36,68,310
Fails to Start.......................... 252
Flooded, Starting...................... 252
Fuel Requirements..................307,402
Oil ..............................362,402
Oil Change Interval.................... 363
Oil Disposal.......................... 365
Oil Filter............................ 365
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 365Oil Selection.......................... 402
Oil Synthetic......................... 364
Overheating.......................... 341
Starting............................. 251
Temperature Gauge..................... 180
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 364
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 364
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 54
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 19
Event Data Recorder...................... 55
Exhaust Gas Caution.................36,68,310
Exhaust System......................... 375
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 45
Exterior Finish Care...................... 389
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 366
Engine Oil........................... 365
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 365
442 INDEX

Mini-Trip Computer...................... 193
Mirrors................................ 76
Automatic Dimming..................... 77
Electric Powered....................... 78
Electric Remote........................ 78
Exterior Folding........................ 78
Heated.............................. 79
Outside.............................. 77
Rearview............................. 76
Vanity............................... 79
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 297
Mopar Parts.........................361,433
Multi-Displacement Engine System........... 279
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 119
Navigation Radio........................ 220
Navigation System....................... 220
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 67Occupant Restraints....................... 37
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 307
Odometer..........................181,182
Trip ................................ 181
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)..........270,387
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)..........270,387
Oil, Engine............................ 362
Capacity............................ 402
Change Interval....................... 363
Dipstick............................. 362
Disposal............................ 365
Filter............................... 365
Filter Disposal........................ 365
Identification Logo..................... 364
Materials Added to..................... 365
Pressure Warning Light.................. 178
Recommendation...................363,402
Synthetic............................ 364
Viscosity..........................364,402
448 INDEX

Turn Signals.........................124,176
UConnect™ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 80
Underhood Fuses.....................396,398
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 435
Universal Transmitter..................... 151
Upholstery Care........................ 390
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 380
Vanity Mirrors........................... 79
Variance, Compass....................... 196
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 8
Vehicle Loading......................285,317
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 9
Vehicle Storage.......................245,400
Video Entertainment System
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 225
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 364
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 340Warnings and Cautions..................... 8
Warranty Information..................... 433
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 167
Washers, Windshield..................126,374
Washing Vehicle......................... 389
Waxing and Polishing..................... 389
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 294
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 390
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 390
Wheel Mounting........................ 347
Wind Buffeting.......................32,160
Window Fogging........................ 244
Windows.............................. 29
Power............................... 29
Windshield Defroster................69,234,240
Windshield Washers...................... 126
Fluid............................... 374
Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 374
Windshield Wipers....................... 126
INDEX 455
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