overheating CHRYSLER 200 2014 1.G User Guide

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
• Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......224
Emergency, In Case of Jacking .............................. .395
Jump Starting ......................... .407
Towing ............................. .414
Emergency Trunk Release ....................41
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........422
Engine ................................ .419
Air Cleaner .......................... .428
Block Heater ......................... .295
Break-In Recommendations .................94
Checking Oil Level ..................... .425
Compartment ......................... .420
Compartment Identification ................420
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................438
Cooling ............................. .438
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................95
Fails to Start .......................... .293
Flooded, Starting ...................... .293Fuel Requirements
..................... .364
Jump Starting ......................... .407
Oil................................. .425
Oil Change Interval ..................... .214
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .419
Oil Selection .......................... .426
Oil Synthetic ......................... .428
Overheating .......................... .392
Starting ............................. .291
Temperature Gauge ..................... .208
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .427
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................427
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............69
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .365
Event Data Recorder ........................72
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................95
Exhaust System ...........................95
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Filter............................... .428
Filter Disposal ........................ .428
Identification Logo ..................... .426
Materials Added to ..................... .428
Recommendation ...................... .426
Synthetic ............................ .428
Viscosity ............................ .427
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .428
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .210
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................421
Operating Precautions ..................... .421
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Overheating, Engine ...................... .392
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .450
Panic Alarm ..............................26
Parking Brake ........................... .320
Passing Light ........................... .166Personal Settings
......................... .233
Pets ....................................94
Phone, Cellular ...........................110
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®) ...............110
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........338
Power Deck Lid Release ........................40
Door Locks ............................32
Mirrors ............................. .107
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........190
Seats ............................... .147
Steering ............................. .319
Sunroof ............................. .187
Windows ..............................36
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................58
Preparation for Jacking .....................397
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................53
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INDEX 505