Sebring Convertible V6-2.7L (2009)
Oil Filter: Procedures
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE IRRITATING TO THE SKIN. AVOID PROLONGED OR REPEATED SKIN
CONTACT WITH ENGINE OIL. CONTAMINANTS IN USED ENGINE OIL, CAUSED BY INTERNAL COMBUSTION, CAN
BE HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH. THOROUGHLY WASH EXPOSED SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT
WASH SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL FUEL, THINNER, OR SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN RESULT. DO
NOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE OIL PROPERLY. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR GOVERNMENT AGENCY
FOR LOCATION OF COLLECTION CENTER IN YOUR AREA.
Change engine oil and filter at mileage and time intervals described in the Maintenance Schedule. See: Maintenance
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
1. Run engine until achieving normal operating temperature.
2. Position the vehicle on a level surface and turn engine off.
3. Hoist and support vehicle on safety stands. See: Maintenance
4. Remove oil fill cap.
5. Place a suitable drain pan under crankcase drain.
6. Remove drain plug from crankcase and allow oil to drain into pan. Inspect drain plug threads for stretching or other damage. Replace drain plug
and gasket if damaged.
7. Remove oil filter. Refer to See: Removal and Replacement/Engine Oil Filter - Removal
8. Install drain plug in crankcase.
9. Install new oil filter. Refer to See: Removal and Replacement/Engine Oil Filter - Installation
10. Lower vehicle and fill crankcase with specified type and amount of engine oil,m.
11. Install oil fill cap.
12. Start engine and inspect for leaks.
13. Stop engine and inspect oil level.
OIL FILTER SPECIFICATION
All engines are equipped with a high quality full-flow, disposable type oil filter. When replacing oil filter, use a Mopar(R) filter or equivalent.
USED ENGINE OIL DISPOSAL
Care should be exercised when disposing used engine oil after it has been drained from a vehicle engine. Refer to the WARNING listed above.
