oil level CHRYSLER 200 2014 1.G User Guide

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). 7.7 Quarts (7.3 Liters) Includes
heater and coolant recoverybottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Coolant – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
OAT (Organic Additive Tech- nology). 11.6 Quarts (11 Liters) Includes
heater and coolant recoverybottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use API
Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine
Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS- 6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix ®.
Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. 4.5 Quarts (4.26 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API
Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine
Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS- 6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix ®.
Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. 6 Quarts (5.6 Liters)
Fuel Selection – All Engines (Except 2.4L PZEV) 87 Octane16.9 Gallons (64 Liters)
(Approximate)
Fuel Selection – 2.4L PZEV Engine 87 Octane18.5 Gallons (70 Liters)
(Approximate)
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use
MOPAR® brand Engine Oil Filters. —
Spark Plugs 2.4L – Except PZEV Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). —
Spark Plugs 2.4L – With PZEV Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.031 in [0.8 mm]). —
Spark Plugs – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). —
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator
system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This
means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips,
trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence when
the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil
change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer, the
message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road
environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first sign ofirregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and transmission (four-speed only) and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
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