engine coolant DODGE DART 2014 PF / 1.G User Guide

- Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the
vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and
idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off
immediately.
We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the
vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam
or boiling coolant.
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light
The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the
parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it indicates a
possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-Lock Brake System
problem.
Please have your vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may
have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the
vehicle checked immediately.
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may
illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on
through several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and
not require towing.
If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead
to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend you do
not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
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WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your
radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when
the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
The jack and spare tire are both stowed under an access cover in the trunk. Follow these
steps to access the jack and spare tire.
1. Open the trunk.
2. Lift the access cover using the pull strap.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
Part Capacities
Engine Coolant – 1.4L, 2.0L,
and 2.4L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
OAT (Organic Additive Tech-
nology). 7.2 Quarts (6.8 Liters)
Includes heater and coolant
recovery bottle filled to MAX
level.
Engine Oil with Filter –
1.4L Engine We recommend you use
SAE 5W-40 API Certified
Synthetic Engine Oil, meeting
the requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard MS-12991
such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®,
and Shell Helix®. Refer to
your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade. Refer to
your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade. 4 Quarts (3.8 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter –
2.0L Engine We recommend you use
SAE 0W-20 API Certified
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. 5 Quarts (4.7 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter –
2.4L Engine We recommend you use SAE
0W-20 API Certified 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. 5.5 Quarts (5.2 Liters)
Fuel Selection 1.4L Turbo
Engine 87 Octane Acceptable
91 Octane Recommended 13.2 Gallons (50 Liters)
Fuel Selection 2.0L and
2.4L Engines 87 Octane Acceptable 14.2 Gallons (54 Liters)
Fuel Selection – 2.4L Engine
GT Models Only 87 Octane Acceptable 15.8 Gallons (60 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use
MOPAR® Engine Oil Filters. —
Spark Plugs 1.4L Turbo
Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.025 in [0.65 mm]) —
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
Part Capacities
Spark Plugs 2.0L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]) —
Spark Plugs 2.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.047 in [1.2 mm]) —
Automatic Transmission –
1.4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® C635 DDCT/MTX
Transmission Fluid. —
Automatic Transmission –
2.0L, 2.4L Engine We recommend you use
SK Energy ATF SP-4 Trans-
mission Fluid. —
Manual Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR® C635 DDCT/MTX
Transmission Fluid. —
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 SAE J1703.
If DOT 3 is not available, then
DOT 4 is acceptable. Only use
recommended brake fluids. —
CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technol-
ogy (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may de-
crease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is
different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT)
engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a
non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an
emergency, the cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with
fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106), by an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not
use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible
with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not
recommended.
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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 “Change Oil” 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
“Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in
your Owners Manual on the DVD 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 the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, and brake master cylinder as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change engine 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 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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Maintenance Chart
Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First)
20,00030,000
40,000
50,000
60,000 70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000 64,000
80,000 96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000 224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect CV joint boots. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and replace as necessary. X X X X X X X
Inspect brake linings, parking brake function. X X X X X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace the cabin/air conditioning filter. X X X X X X X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X X X X X
Replace the spark plugs (1.4L Turbo Engine).** X X X X X
Replace the spark plugs (2.0L and 2.4L Engine).** X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles
(240,000 km) whichever comes first. XX
Change the transmission fluid (manual, or 1.4L turbo automatic) if
using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, heavy load-
ing, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert
operation or more than 50% of your driving is at sustained speeds
during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). XX X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter (2.0L, 2.4L engines
only) if you frequently drive: on rough or unpaved roads, on mountain
roads, on short trips, in heavy city traffic during hot weather, or while
towing a trailer, or if you use the vehicle for police, taxi, or in a com-
mercial fleet. XX
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Airbag...................15
Airbag Light...............86
Alarm Vehicle Security Alarm ........13
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........13
Anti-Lock Warning Light .........86
Assistance Towing ............83
Audio Settings ............41,43
Audio Systems (Radio) ...........5
Automatic Headlights ..........27
Automatic Temperature Control(ATC)............31,32
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ..............111
AxleFluid................ .111
BrakeFluid................111
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .................25
BulbReplacement............121
Calibration, Compass ...........74
Change Oil Indicator ...........87
Changing A Flat Tire ...........89
Charging System Light ..........86
Child Restraints CarSeat................17
Child Restraints ............17
Child Seat Installation .......18,19
Installing Child Restraints Using
The Vehicle Seat Belt .......18,19
Lower Anchors And Tethers For
Children ............17, 18, 19
Using The Top Tether Anchorage. .18, 19
ChildSeat.................18
ClimateControl ..............5
Clock Setting ...............40
Cluster Warning/Indicator Lights Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light .....86
Charging System Light ........86
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Indicator Light ............86
Engine Temperature Warning Light..85
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) . . .85
Oil Pressure Warning Light ......86
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Light .............83
Compass Calibration ...........74 Cooling System
Coolant Capacity ...........111
Cruise Light ................28
Customer Assistance ..........122
Customer Programmable Features ....78
Defects, Reporting ............123
DimmerControl..............27
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ........27
Disabled Vehicle Towing .........83
DoorLocks.................8
Driver Cockpit ...............4
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System . .38, 39
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .....83
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator ................85
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ..................86
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .................74
Emergency, In Case of Brake Warning Light .........85
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck . . . .104
Jacking ................89
Overheating .............88
Towing ................83
Engine Break-In Recommendations .....25
Compartment ............108
Oil ..................111
Oil Selection .............111
Overheating .............88
Starting ................12
Stopping ...............12
Temperature Warning Light .....85
EventDataRecorder...........105
Exterior Lights ..............121
FlatTireChanging ............89
Fluid Capacities .............111
Fluids ...................111
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . .111
FogLights.................27
Folding Rear Seat .............22
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .........104
Front Heated Seats ............22
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