Chrysler 2009 PT Cruiser - Owner Manual - Manual (Page 316)

• If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you, then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or three months,
whichever comes first, and follow “Maintenance Sched-
ule B — All Engines”in Section 8 of this manual.
If none of these apply to you, and your vehicle is
equipped with a Non-Turbocharged Engine then change
your engine oil at every interval shown on “Maintenance
Schedule A — Non Turbo”in Section 8 of this manual.
If none of these apply to you, and your vehicle is
equipped with a Turbocharged Engine then change your
engine oil at every interval shown on “Maintenance
Schedule A — Turbo”in Section 8 of this manual.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months,
whichever comes first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet
the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard 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.
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