Dodge Nitro: Engine break-in recommendations
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided. The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED. A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
Occupant restraints
Some of the most important safety features in your
vehicle are the restraint systems:
• Three-point lap and shoulder belts for all seating
positions.
• Advanced Front Airbags for driver an ...
Safety tips
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING:
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause se ...
See also:
Outside air temperature
The outside air temperature is displayed in 8F or
8C in the range of −58 to 1408F (−50 to 608C).
The outside air temperature mode includes low
temperature warning features.
- When th ...
Off-Road Recovery
The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder
while driving. Follow these tips:
1. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer the ...
Clearing the System
Unless information is deleted out of the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it will
be retained indefinitely. This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and
phone pairing information. For infor ...