oil viscosity JEEP PATRIOT 2014 1.G Owners Manual

WARNING!
•An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly
behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove
slack in the strap.
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 recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95

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)
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil®
or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem-
peratures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also states the recommended engine oil viscosity
grade for your engine.
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.7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481

Materials Added to..................... .482
Recommendation ...................... .480
Synthetic ............................ .481
Viscosity ............................ .481
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .482
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................475
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ............177
Operating Precautions ..................... .475
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............5
Overheating, Engine ...................... .220
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............5
Paint Care ............................. .506
Panic Alarm ..............................24
Parking Brake ........................... .357
Passing Light ........................... .167
Personal Settings ......................... .237
Pets ....................................95
Pets, Transporting ..........................95 Phone, Cellular
...........................110
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®) ...............110
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........381
Power Door Locks ............................31
Mirrors ............................. .108
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........190
Steering ............................. .355
Sunroof ............................. .187
Transfer Unit ......................... .505
Windows ..............................35
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .523
Power Transfer Unit ...................... .505
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................60
Preparation for Jacking .....................440
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................54
Programmable Electronic Features .............237
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