This symbol on the front of an oil container means
that the oil has been certified by the American Petro-
leum Institute (API) to meet all the lubrication require-
ments specified by DaimlerChrysler Corporation.

GEAR LUBRICANTS

SAE ratings also apply to multigrade gear lubricants. In addition, API classification defines the lubricants usage.
Such as API GL-5 and SAE 75W-90.

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DESCRIPTION

FUEL REQUIREMENTS

Your engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance
when using high quality unleaded “regular” gasoline having an octane rating of 87. The routine use of premium
gasoline is not recommended. Under normal conditions the use of premium fuel will not provide a benefit over high
quality regular gasolines and in some circumstances may result in poorer performance.

Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at
high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required. Engine damage resulting from operation with a
heavy spark knock may not be covered by the new vehicle warranty.

Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling and hesitations. If you experience these
symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before considering service for the vehicle.

Over 40 auto manufacturers world-wide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the Worldwide
Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance and durability
for your vehicle. We recommend the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC specifications if they are available.

REFORMULATED GASOLINE

Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “reformulated” gasoline. Refor-
mulated gasoline contain oxygenates, and are specifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air
quality.

We strongly support the use of reformulated gasoline. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will provide excellent
performance and durability for the engine and fuel system components.

GASOLINE/OXYGENATE BLENDS

Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxygenates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygenates
are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels
blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle.

CAUTION: DO NOT use gasoline containing METHANOL. Gasoline containing methanol may damage critical
fuel system components.

MMT IN GASOLINE

MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline
blended with MMT provide no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT.
Gasoline blended with MMT reduce spark plug life and reduce emission system performance in some vehicles. We
recommend that gasolines free of MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated
on the gasoline pump; therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not his/her gasoline contains
MMT.

It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher
than allowed in the United States. MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline.

SULFUR IN GASOLINE

If you live in the northeast United States, your vehicle may have been designed to meet California low emission
standards with Cleaner-Burning California reformulated gasoline with low sulfur. If such fuels are not available in
states adopting California emission standards, your vehicles will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal spec-
ifications, but emission control system performance may be adversely affected. Gasoline sold outside of California is
permitted to have higher sulfur levels which may affect the performance of the vehicle’s catalytic converter. This may
cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL), Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light to illuminate. We recom-
mend that you try a different brand of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to determine if the problem is fuel
related prior to returning your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service.

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CAUTION: If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL), Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light is flashing,
immediate service is required; see on-board diagnostics system section.

MATERIALS ADDED TO FUEL

All gasoline sold in the United States and Canada are required to contain effective detergent additives. Use of addi-
tional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions.

FUEL SYSTEM CAUTIONS

CAUTION: Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance:

•

The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance,
damage the emission control system, and could result in loss of warranty coverage.

•

An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to overheat. If
you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or malfunctioning and
may require immediate service. Contact your dealer for service assistance.

•

When pulling a heavy load or driving a fully loaded vehicle when the humidity is low and the temperature is
high, use a premium unleaded fuel to help prevent spark knock. If spark knock persists, lighten the load, or
engine piston damage may result.

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The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as octane enhancers is not recommended. Most of these
products contain high concentrations of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems
resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of DaimlerChrysler Corporation and
may not be covered under the new vehicle warranty.

NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.

ENGINE 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.

WARNING: 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.

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 (MS-9769), or the equivalent ethylene glycol base coolant

with organic corrosion inhibitors (called HOAT, for Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) is recommended. This cool-
ant 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.

CAUTION: Do not use coolant additives that are claimed to improve engine cooling.

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