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PARTS & LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATION (Continued)
SAE VISCOSITY RATING
An SAE viscosity grade is used to specify the vis-
cosity of engine oil. These are specified with a dual
SAE viscosity grade which indicates the cold-to-hot
temperature viscosity range. Example SAE 5W-30 =
multigrade engine oil.
DaimlerChrysler Corporation only recommends
multigrade engine oils.
API QUALITY CLASSIFICATION
This symbol (Fig. 2) on the front of an oil container
means that the oil has been certified by the Ameri-
can Petroleum Institute (API) to meet all the lubri-
cation requirements specified by DaimlerChrysler
Corporation.
Fig. 2 API Symbol
GEAR LUBRICANTS
SAE ratings also apply to multigrade gear lubri-
cants. In addition, API classification defines the
lubricants usage. Such as API GL-5 and SAE 75W-
90.
LUBRICANTS AND GREASES
Lubricating grease is rated for quality and usage
by the NLGI. All approved products have the NLGI
symbol (Fig. 3) on the label. At the bottom NLGI
symbol is the usage and quality identification letters.
Wheel bearing lubricant is identified by the letter
"G". Chassis lubricant is identified by the latter "L".
The letter following the usage letter indicates the
quality of the lubricant. The following symbols indi-
cate the highest quality.
SPECIALIZED LUBRICANTS AND OILS
Some maintenance or repair procedures may
require the use of specialized lubricants or oils. Con-
sult the appropriate sections in this manual for the
correct application of these lubricants.
Fig. 3 NLGI Symbol
1 - WHEEL BEARINGS
2 - CHASSIS LUBRICATION
3 - CHASSIS AND WHEEL BEARINGS
DESCRIPTION - LUBRICANT
RECOMMENDATIONS
Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Steering Gear Mopar Multi-Purpose Lubricant
& Linkage, Ball NLGI Grade 2 EP, GC-LB
Joints, Prop
Shafts &
Yokes, Wheel
Bearings
Body
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Hinges:
Door And Mopar Engine Oil
Hood
Liftgate Mopar Multi-Purpose Lube NLGI
Grade 2 EP, GC-LB
Latches:
Door, Mopar Multi-Purpose Lube NLG
Hood/Safety Grade 2 EP, GC-LB
Catch, Liftgate
Seat Mopar Multi-Purpose Lube NLGI
Regulator & Grade 2 EP, GC-LB
Track
Window Mopar Spray White Lube
System
Components
Lock Mopar Lock Cylinder Lube
Cylinders
Parking Brake Mopar Wheel Brg. Grease NLGI
Mechanism Grade 1, GC-LBB
Soft Top Mopar Soft Top Zipper Cleaner &
Lubricant
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