2010 Jeep Wrangler Owner's Manual - Page 76

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 A new engine may consume some oil during its first few ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine and thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the AREA. limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detriWARNING! mental and should be avoided. • Do not leave children or animals inside parked The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil cause serious injury or death. changes should be consistent with anticipated climate • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to riding in these areas are more likely to be seri"Maintenance Procedures" in "Maintaining Your Veously injured or killed. hicle". NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL (Continued) OILS MUST NEVER BE USED. 2