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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

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

rear axle) in your new vehicle.

• Drive moderately during the first 500 mi (800 km). After the initial 60 mi (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. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can

be detrimental and should be avoided.

• The engine oil, 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.

Engine Break-In Recommendation — SRT8 Version
• 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

contributes 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.

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