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Old Jun 26, 2005 | 04:25 PM
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Default HOW-TO:Change Engine Oil and Filter

See attached instructions on how to change the engine oil and filter.

This information is provides as is and without any warranty or guarantee implicit or implied.
The user voluntarily uses this information and the author is not responsible for any results of using this information. Use this information at your own discretion as you MAY void your warranty that came with your car.

Project time: About 20 minutes
Tools needed: Metric Socket Set, Oil Filter Wrench, Appropriate container to collect old oil,
Towel.
Supplies needed: 5.5 liters (8.5 quarts) SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 engine oil, New replacement Oil Filter.

When service is required, DaimlerChrysler Corporation recommends that only Mopar brand parts, lubricants and chemicals be used. Moparprovides the best engineered products for servicing DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles.
Only lubricants bearing designations defined by the following organization should be used.
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
American Petroleum Institute (API)
National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI)


API SERVICE GRADE CERTIFIED
Use an engine oil that is API Certified. MOPAR provides engine oils, that meet or exceed this requirement.


SAE VISCOSITY
An SAE viscosity grade is used to specify the viscosity of engine oil. Use only engine oils with multiple viscosities suchas 5W-30 or 10W-30. These are specified with a dual SAE viscosity grade which indicates the cold-to-hot temperature viscosity range. Select an engine oil that is best suited to your particular temperature range and variation.


ENERGY CONSERVING OIL
An Energy Conserving type oil is recommended for gasoline engines. The designation of ENERGY CONSERVING is located on the label of an engine oil container.
 
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