Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 Owner's Manual page 665

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NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter-

vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or

350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The

350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a

concern for fleet customers.

American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil

Identification Symbol

This symbol means that the oil has

been certified by the American Petro-

leum Institute (API). The manufac-

turer only recommends API Certified

engine oils.

This symbol certifies 0W-20, 5W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30 and

10W-30 engine oils.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 663

Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the

chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is

not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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 FCA Material Standard MS-6395.

Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine

MOPAR SAE 0W-20 engine oil approved to FCA Material

Standard MS-6366 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix or

equivalent is recommended for all operating tempera-

tures. This engine oil improves low temperature starting

and vehicle fuel economy.

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