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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

•

A long break-inperiod is not requiredfor 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 con-

tributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimen-

tal 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 “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.

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.

CAUTION!

Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS — SRT8 VERSIONS

•

A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain (engine, transmission, and rear

axle) in your new vehicle.

• Drive moderately during the first 500 miles (800 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 con-

tributes to a good break-in. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be

detrimental and should be avoided.

• The engine oil is a high performance synthetic lubricant, the transmission fluid, and axle

lubricant installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-conserving. Oil, fluid, and

lubricant changes should be consistent with anticipated climate and conditions under

which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades,

refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.

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.

CAUTION!

Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

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