Chrysler 2005 Crossfire SRT6 Service Manual page 13

LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE 0 - 3
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Use synthetic engine oils, approved to MB 229.3 or
MB 229.5, such as Mopar part number 05127394AA.
Synthetic SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 engine oils
approved to API SL and/or GF-3 may be substituted.
The FSS mat not alert for an oil change at the proper
interval if an unapproved product is used; engine dam-
age and reduced engine life may result.
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.
LUBRICANTS AND GREASES
Lubricating grease is rated for quality and usage by the NLGI. All approved products have the NLGI symbol on the
label. At the bottom of the NLGI symbol is the usage and quality identification letters. Wheel bearing lubricant is
identified by the letter "G". Chassis lubricant is identified by the letter "L". The letter following the usage letter indi-
cates the quality of the lubricant.
SPECIALIZED LUBRICANTS AND OILS
Some maintenance or repair procedures may require the use of specialized lubricants or oils. Consult the appro-
priate sections in this manual for the correct application of these lubricants.
DESCRIPTION - COOLANT
WARNING: ANTIFREEZE IS AN ETHYLENE-GLYCOL BASE COOLANT AND IS HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR
INHALED. IF SWALLOWED, DRINK TWO GLASSES OF WATER AND INDUCE VOMITING. IF INHALED, MOVE
TO FRESH AIR AREA. SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT STORE IN OPEN OR UNMARKED
CONTAINERS. WASH SKIN AND CLOTHING THOROUGHLY AFTER COMING IN CONTACT WITH ETHYLENE-
GLYCOL. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DISPOSE OF GLYCOL BASE COOLANT PROPERLY, CON-
TACT YOUR DEALER OR GOVERNMENT AGENCY FOR LOCATION OF COLLECTION CENTER IN YOUR
AREA. DO NOT OPEN A COOLING SYSTEM WHEN THE ENGINE IS AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE OR HOT
UNDER PRESSURE, PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT. AVOID RADIATOR COOLING FAN WHEN ENGINE
COMPARTMENT RELATED SERVICE IS PERFORMED, PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
CAUTION: Use of Propylene-Glycol based coolants is not recommended, as they provide less freeze pro-
tection and less corrosion protection.
Use coolant approved to MB 325.0, such as Mopar part number 05066386AA, or an equivalent Extended Life Cool-
ant with the Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) inhibitor system.
The cooling system is designed around the coolant. The coolant must accept heat from engine metal, in the cylinder
head area near the exhaust valves and engine block. Then coolant carries the heat to the radiator where the tube/
fin radiator can transfer the heat to the air.
The use of aluminum cylinder blocks, cylinder heads, and water pumps requires special corrosion protection.
Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant, 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula (MB 325.0), or the equivalent ethylene-glycol based cool-
ant with organic corrosion inhibitors is recommended. This coolant offers the best engine cooling without corrosion
when mixed with 50% ethylene-glycol and 50% distilled water to obtain a freeze point of -37°C (-35°F). If it loses
color or becomes contaminated, drain, flush, and replace with fresh properly mixed coolant solution.