2009 Dodge Challenger Owner's Manual - Page 68

66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE consistent with anticipated climate and conditions under ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain which vehicle operations will occur. The recommended (engine, transmission, and rear axle) in your new vehicle. viscosity and quality grades is shown in Section 7. Drive moderately during the first 500 mi (800 km). After the initial 60 mi (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. CAUTION! Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This be detrimental and should be avoided. should be considered a normal part of the break-in and The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. installed at the factory is high-quality and energyconserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be