towing CHRYSLER 200 2014 1.G Owner's Guide

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL). It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose or
improperly installed. A “gASCAP” message will be dis-
played in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap until
a clicking sound is heard. This is an indication that the
gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer
“Reset” button to turn off the message. If the problem7
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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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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
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
Flush and replace the engine
coolant at 10 years or 150,000
miles (240,000 km) whichever
comes first. XX
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter if using your ve-
hicle for any of the following: po-
lice, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer
towing. X
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
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About Your Brakes....................... .320
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ................322
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............440
Adding Fuel ............................ .372
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .434
Additives, Fuel .......................... .366
Airbag ..................................59
Airbag Deployment ........................69
Airbag Light .............................66
Airbag Maintenance ........................71
Airbag, Side ..............................62
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................63
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .428
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................430
Air Conditioning ......................... .273
Air Conditioning Controls ...................273
Air Conditioning Filter .....................285
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............286
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................430Air Conditioning System
....................273
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .343
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ...............217
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................260
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................439
Disposal ............................. .442
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................322
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................322
Appearance Care ........................ .450
Ashtray ............................... .194
Assistance Towing ........................ .124
Auto Down Power Windows ..................37
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................106
Automatic Door Locks ......................33
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............214
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........277
Automatic Transaxle ........................12
Automatic Transmission ....................295
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Pressure Cap......................... .441
Radiator Cap ......................... .441
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............439
Corrosion Protection ...................... .450
Crankcase Ventilation Module .................21
Cruise Light ............................ .215
Cupholders ............................ .160
Customer Assistance ...................... .485
Customer Programmable Features .............233
Data Recorder, Event .......................72
Daytime Running Lights ....................167
Dealer Service ........................... .423
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................40
Defroster, Rear Window .....................200
Defroster, Windshield .......................97
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................170
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................421
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................165 Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission ..................447
Oil (Engine) .......................... .425
Power Steering ........................ .319
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................414
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................442
Door Locks ..............................31
Door Locks, Automatic ......................33
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .317
E-85 Fuel .............................. .368
Electrical Power Outlets .....................190
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................200
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................107
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........174
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............327
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INDEX 497

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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Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®)...............110
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ .317
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................392
Headlights ............................. .464
Bulb Replacement ...................... .464
Cleaning ............................ .453
High Beam ........................... .165
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........165
On With Wipers ....................... .164
Passing ............................. .166
Replacing ............................ .464
Switch .............................. .163
Head Restraints ......................... .154
Heated Mirrors .......................... .109
Heated Seats ............................ .150
Heater ................................ .273
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .295Hitches
Trailer Towing ........................ .379
Hood Prop ............................. .161
Hood Release ........................... .160
Ignition .................................12
Key..................................12
Ignition Key Removal .......................12
Illuminated Entry ..........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................15
Infant Restraint ...........................73
Information Center, Vehicle ..................224
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................105
Instrument Cluster ....................... .207
Instrument Panel and Controls ................206
Instrument Panel Cover .....................454
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............455
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ..............457
Interior Appearance Care ....................454
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INDEX 501

Programmable Electronic Features.............233
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .345
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........441
Radio Operation ......................... .272
Radio Remote Controls .....................270
Rear Cupholder ......................... .195
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .159
Rearview Mirrors ........................ .105
Rear Window Defroster .....................200
Rear Window Features .....................200
Recorder, Event Data .......................72
Recreational Towing ...................... .389
Reformulated Gasoline .....................364
Refrigerant ............................. .431
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................57
Remote Control Door Locks ............................22
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................22Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan)
.................22
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........270
Remote Starting System ......................28
Remote Trunk Release .......................40
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .463
Replacement Keys .........................16
Replacement Parts ........................ .423
Replacement Tires ........................ .352
Reporting Safety Defects ....................489
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ................214
Restraint, Head .......................... .154
Restraints, Child ...........................73
Rotation, Tires .......................... .354
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................96
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................99
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................489
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................95
Safety Information, Tire .....................331
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Chains.............................. .353
Changing ............................ .395
Compact Spare ........................ .348
General Information .....................342
High Speed .......................... .344
Inflation Pressures ...................... .343
Jacking .............................. .395
Life of Tires .......................... .351
Load Capacity ........................ .337
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............355
Pressure Warning Light ...................218
Quality Grading ....................... .491
Radial .............................. .345
Replacement .......................... .352
Rotation ............................. .354
Safety .............................. .331
Sizes ............................... .333
Snow Tires ........................... .346
Spare Tire ............................ .396Spinning
............................ .350
Trailer Towing ........................ .384
Tread Wear Indicators ....................350
Tire Safety Information .....................331
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................381
Towing ............................... .376
24-Hour Towing Assistance ................124
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .414
Guide .............................. .380
Recreational .......................... .389
Weight .............................. .380
Towing Assistance ........................ .124
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........389
Traction ............................... .316
Trailer Towing .......................... .376
Cooling

System Tips .....................389
Hitches ............................. .379
Minimum Requirements ..................382
Tips................................ .387
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INDEX 509

Trailer and Tongue Weight.................381
Wiring .............................. .386
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .380
Trailer Weight ........................... .380
Transaxle Automatic .............................12
Autostick ............................ .314
Transmission ........................... .446
Automatic ........................... .295
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .26
Transporting Pets ..........................94
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .350
Trip Computer .......................... .222
Trip Odometer .......................... .212
Trip Odometer Reset Button ..................215
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .......................40
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................41
Trunk Release Remote Control .................40Turn Signals
............................ .165
UCI Connector .......................... .263
Uconnect® Advanced Phone Connectivity ..............127
Operation .............................112
Phone Call Features ......................119
Phone Features ........................ .122
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect®
Phone .............................. .129
Uconnect® 130 Operating Instructions Auxiliary Mode ........246
Operating Instructions CD Mode ............241
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ..........237
Playing MP3 Files ...................... .243
Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio Multimedia Satellite Radio .................259
Operating Instructions CD Mode ............253
Playing MP3 Files ...................... .255
510 INDEX