OIL CHANGES
#2
05-06-2008, 06:10 PM
RE: OIL CHANGES
I too wonder since my other Hemi's (Jeep GC and 300C) all get changed at 3K. The Aspen has an oil change reminder that supposed to light up in the EVIC around 6K depending on your driving pattern. I have 10K on mine (dealer changed at 6K) and have yet to see it. Resetting it is described in the manual (depress the gas pedal 3X with the engine off).
Not to hijack things, but does anyone know what filter the 5.& L takes. This latest TSB 09-006-07 has me confused as to which thread pattern (metric or 3/4) to use. Mobil 1 filters list both.
Not to hijack things, but does anyone know what filter the 5.& L takes. This latest TSB 09-006-07 has me confused as to which thread pattern (metric or 3/4) to use. Mobil 1 filters list both.
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SUBJECT:
Oil Filter Change For Some 2008 Vehicles
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin describes proper oil filter usage for 2008 vehicles with engines listed below.
MODELS:
2008 (DR/DH/DC/D1) Ram Truck
2008 (HB) Durango
2008 (HG) Aspen
2008 (JS) Sebring/Sebring Convertible/Avenger
2008 (LX) 300/Magnum/Charger
2008 (LE) 300C/300 Touring (International Markets)
2008 (L2) 300C (China)
2008 (ND) Dakota
2008 (PM) Caliber
2008 (WK) Grand Cherokee
2008 (WH) Grand Cherokee (International Markets)
2008 (W2) Grand Cherokee (China)
2008 (XK) Commander
2008 (XH) Commander (International Markets)
NOTE: This bulletin applies to the above listed vehicles equipped with the following
engines:
•
2.4L - Turbo Only (sales code ED4)
•
2.7L - (sales code EER) - (JS) Changed after 2008 production began,
see chart below.
•
3.5L - (sales codes EGF & EGG) (JS) Changed after 2008 production
began, see chart below.
•
4.7L - (sales code EVE)
•
5.7L - (sales code EZB)
•
5.7L - (sales code EZA)
•
6.1L - (sales code ESF)
NUMBER:
09-006-07
GROUP:
Engine
DATE:
October 23, 2007
NOTE: To determine the correct oil filter for (JS) models with either a 2.7L or a 3.5L
engine, refer to the engine part number. The engine part number is located:
•
2.7L - Left valve cover, on the side of the cover.
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3.5L - Left valve cover, on the top of the cover.
Oil Filter 5281090 Oil Filter 04884899AB
2.7L (JS) Engine Part Number
4892603AA
Engine Part Number
4892500AA
2.7L (JS) w/o Manifold
Tuning Valve (MTV)
Engine Part Number
4892480AA
Engine Part Number
4892500AA
3.5L (JS) Engine Part Number
4892706AA
Engine Part Number
4892503AA
DISCUSSION:
When performing scheduled maintenance, it is critical to use the correct oil filter to prevent
engine damage. The oil filter on the 2008 vehicle with the engines listed above now have a
M22 x 1.5 METRIC
thread in place of the traditional 3/4” SAE thread.
NOTE: The new filter part number is 04884899AB.
Ensure that any personnel performing oil change maintenance service and parts personnel
are informed of this change.
POLICY:
Information Only
09-006-07 -2-
#3
05-09-2008, 09:48 AM
RE: OIL CHANGES
3000 miles comes around fast for me, but the hubby changes it every 3000...he swears by it.
#5
09-25-2012, 12:15 PM
All of my miles are pretty much highway and I use a full synthetic oil so I don't change it until I've hit 6,000 miles. If you're driving in town with a lot of stopping your motor will draw moisture. If you're using conventional oil you definitely need to change it ever 3 months or 3,000 miles though.
#6
11-02-2012, 12:29 PM
3K or 3 months is good for the oil companies profits.
I do not pay attention to the mileage. I look at the color of the oil for impurities, and when the Aspen gets 1/2 quart low the oil is breaking down. And only then do I change it. Just turned 113,000 on the way to work this AM with it.
Save your money for the HEMI's gas tank and quit throwing away good oil!
I'll go get some popcorn now and watch the entertainment!!
I do not pay attention to the mileage. I look at the color of the oil for impurities, and when the Aspen gets 1/2 quart low the oil is breaking down. And only then do I change it. Just turned 113,000 on the way to work this AM with it.
Save your money for the HEMI's gas tank and quit throwing away good oil!
I'll go get some popcorn now and watch the entertainment!!
#7
11-02-2012, 05:03 PM
Brian, I'm with you that 3k oil changes are a waste. I use the 6k interval called for in the manual.
The rest of your post really goes off the rails, though. You can't tell the condition of oil by its appearance...this has been beaten to death by people who know on sites that discuss this topic. And loss of oil doesn't mean it's breaking down, but if it's working for you, go for it.
The rest of your post really goes off the rails, though. You can't tell the condition of oil by its appearance...this has been beaten to death by people who know on sites that discuss this topic. And loss of oil doesn't mean it's breaking down, but if it's working for you, go for it.
#8
11-03-2012, 07:36 AM
The rest of your post really goes off the rails, though. You can't tell the condition of oil by its appearance...this has been beaten to death by people who know on sites that discuss this topic. And loss of oil doesn't mean it's breaking down, but if it's working for you, go for it.
I call BS of the appearance of the oil. I can tell when my oil is dirty/used and the breakdown of the oil WILL be the condition of it and the loss of it!
And after all, if something breaks due to a oil starvation issue that loss will be out of my pocket not the "so called people you state who know" LMAOFF
I'll resume my popcorn eating...
#9
11-03-2012, 04:09 PM
Spend 5 minutes researching this on - Bob is the Oil Guy, and you won't be laughing as much. I don't personally care if you leave your oil in there until the TBN approaches 0, but you shouldn't advise others to do it!