2010 Chrysler Sebring Owner Manual Convertible - Page 78

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 changes should be consistent with anticipated climate ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine and conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. the recommended viscosity and quality grades refer to "Maintenance Procedures" in "Maintaining Your VeDrive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). hicle". NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or OILS MUST NEVER BE USED. 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. A new engine may consume some oil during its first few While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in. considered a normal part of the break-in and not interWide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detripreted as an indication of difficulty. mental and should be avoided. The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil 2