engine coolant CHRYSLER 200 2011 1.G User Guide

• Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when thesystem is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire
pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately
one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue each time
the vehicle is restarted as long as the malfunction exists.
• When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including
the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS
from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS
pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle.
Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement
equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause
sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can, or balance beads if your vehicle is
equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result.
- 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. Ifthe 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. You may want to call an authorized service center for service if your
vehicle overheats.
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light
• The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the parkingbrake 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.
• We recommend you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge
reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner
turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on
HOT (H), and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately, and call for
service.
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.
Engine Oil Overheating — 2.4L Gas
• On hot days the engine oil temperature may become too hot during sustained high-speeddriving or if towing a trailer up long grades. If this happens, a HOTOIL message will flash in the
odometer and the vehicle speed will be reduced to 48 mph (77 km/h) maximum until the
engine oil temperature is reduced.
NOTE: Although the maximum vehicle speed is reduced to 48 mph (77 km/h), you may reduce
vehicle speed further as needed. Once the engine oil temperature is reduced, you may continue to
drive normally. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
PartCapacities
Engine Coolant 2.4L MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,000 Mile
Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology)
or equivalent.7.7 Quarts (7.3 Liters) Includes
heater and coolant recovery
bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Coolant 3.6L MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,000 Mile
Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology)
or equivalent.11.6 Quarts (11 Liters) Includes
heater and coolant recovery
bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the
requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard MS-6395.
Refer to the engine oil filler
cap for correct SAE grade.4.5 Quarts (4.4 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L API Certified SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting Chrysler
Material Standard MS-6395.
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 Octane
16.9 Gallons (64 Liters)
Fuel Selection 2.4L PZEV 87 Octane 18.5 Gallons (70 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 2.4L & 3.6L MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter or equivalent. —
Spark Plugs 2.4L except PZEV ZFR5F-11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.11 mm]) —
Spark Plugs 2.4L with PZEV ZFR5AP (Gap 0.031 in [0.8 mm]) —
Spark Plugs 3.6L RER8ZWYCB4 (Gap 0.031 in
[0.79 mm]) —
Automatic Transmission MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4®
product. —
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or
equivalent. If DOT 3 is not
available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable. Use only
recommended brake fluids. —
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid+4orMOPAR®ATF+4®
Automatic Transmission Fluid
or equivalent licensed ATF+4®
product. —
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular
wear, even if it occurs before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or
off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner
filter; replace if necessary. XXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. X X XXXX
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X XXXX
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X
Inspect the exhaust system. X X X X X
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot
seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear,
improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X X X
Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engines) X X X
Replace the spark plugs (3.6L Engines) X
Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi,
fleet, or frequent trailer towing. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or
104,000 miles (169,000 km) whichever comes first. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 104,000 miles
(169,000 km) or 60 months whichever comes first. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for the complete maintenance schedule.
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Airbag ...................10
Alarm, Panic................8
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . 9
Automatic Headlights ...........17
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . 21
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ................61
Axle Fluid .................61
Belts, Seat .................9
Brake Fluid .................61
Bulb Replacement .............67
Calibration, Compass ...........37
Change Oil Indicator ...........47
Child Restraint ...............10
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ......10
Clock Setting .............. 28,30
Compass Calibration ...........37
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ............61
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......18
Cruise Light ................18
Customer Assistance ...........68
Defects, Reporting ............69
Dimmer Control ..............17
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .........17
Disarming, Theft System ..........9
Driver Cockpit ...............4
ECO ...................37
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise
Control) ..................18
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ................. 37,38
Engine Compartment ..............59
Oil Selection ..............61
Overheating ..............47
Event Data Recorder ...........57
Exterior Lights ...............67
Fluid Capacities ..............61
Fluids ...................61
FogLights .................17
Folding Front Passenger Seat .......14Folding Rear Seat
.............14
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........56
Front Heated Seats ............15
Fuel Specifications ..............61
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....39
HardDiskDrive ..............30
Headlights Automatic ................17
Dimmer Switch .............17
HighBeam ...............17
Heated Seats ...............15
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch ...................17
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter ................39
Hood Release ...............58
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights ....
4
4
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....18
Introduction .................2
iPod® Control ...............36
Jack Location ...............49
Jump Starting ...............52
KeyFob ..................8
Key Fob Programmable Features .....38
Lane Change Assist ............17
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) .................10
Lights Turn Signal ...............17
Maintenance Record ............63
Maintenance Schedule ..........62
MOPAR® Accessories ...........70
Navigation .................31
Oil Change Indicator ...........47
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