Chrysler Le Baron, Dodge Dynasty, Plymouth Acclaim. Manual

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

CONTENTS

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CHASSIS AND BODY

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DRIVETRAIN

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ENGINE

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GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

INDEX

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Classification of Lubricants

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Fluid Capacities

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Fuel Usage

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Hoisting Recommendations

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Introduction

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Jump Starting Procedure

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Parts and Lubricant Recommendations

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Parts Requiring No Lubrication

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Severe Service

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Towing Recommendations

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INTRODUCTION

Chrysler Corporation has compiled recommended

lubrication and maintenance schedules and proce-
dures to help reduce premature wear or failure over
a broad range of operating conditions. When select-
ing the proper maintenance schedule, the climate
and operating conditions must be considered. A vehi-
cle subjected to severe usage requires service more
frequently than a vehicle used for general transpor-
tation.

PARTS AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS

When service is required, Chrysler Corporation rec-

ommends that only Mopar

t brand parts, lubricants

and chemicals be used. Mopar

t provides the best en-

gineered products for servicing Chrysler Corporation
vehicles.

SEVERE SERVICE

If a vehicle is operated under any of the following

conditions, it is considered severe service.
• Extremely dusty areas.
• 50% or more of vehicle operation in 32°C (90°F) or
higher temperatures.
• Prolonged idling ( such as, vehicle operation in
stop and go traffic).
• Frequent short running periods. Not allowing en-
gine to warm to operating temperatures.
• Police or taxi usage.

FUEL USAGE

All Chrysler Corporation engines require the use of

unleaded fuel to reduce exhaust emissions. Use fuel
with a minimum octane rating of 87,(R + M)/2. See
Engine section of this group for Fuel Recommenda-
tions.

CLASSIFICATION OF LUBRICANTS

Only lubricants that are endorsed by the following

organizations standards should be used to service a
Chrysler Corporation vehicle.
• Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)

• American Petroleum Institute (API)

• National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI)

ENGINE OIL

SAE GRADE RATING INDICATES ENGINE OIL VISCOSITY
• SAE 30 = single grade engine oil.

• SAE 5W-30 = multiple grade engine oil.

API QUALITY CLASSIFICATION.
• SG service engine oil is a high quality crankcase
lubricant designed for use in all naturally aspirated
engines.
• SG/CD service engine oil is a high quality crank-
case lubricant designed for use in most naturally as-
pirated and turbocharged gasoline or diesel engines.

GEAR LUBRICANTS

SAE ratings also apply to multiple grade gear lu-

bricants. In addition, API classification defines the
lubricants usage.

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