engine overheat CHRYSLER 200 2015 2.G User Guide

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the
switch bank below the radio screen.Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc-
tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Press the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers
may wear down your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission
in NEUTRAL, but do not increase the engine idle
speed.
NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C
system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
•
You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to
high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement
to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the
engine cooling system.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to
degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from
starting.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it
can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE
and REVERSE while gently pressing the accelerator.
NOTE:Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be
achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less.
Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for
more than two seconds, you must press the brake pedal
to engage DRIVE or REVERSE. Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that
will maintain the rocking motion without spinning the
wheels or racing the engine.
NOTE:
Press the ESC Off switch to place the Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Offmode,
before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake
Control” in “Starting And Operating” for further infor-
mation. Once the vehicle has been freed, press the ESC
Off switch again to restore ESC Onmode.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce
the risk of transmission failure during prolonged
efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
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CAUTION!
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be-
tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain
damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no trans-
mission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could
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WARNING! (Continued)
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi-
cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop-
ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
MANUAL PARK RELEASE
WARNING!
Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the
parking brake, before activating the Manual Park
Release. Activating the Manual Park Release will
allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not secured by
the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow
vehicle. Activating the Manual Park Release on an
unsecured vehicle could lead to serious injury or
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CAUTION!
•The catalytic converter requires the use of un-
leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the
effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control
device and may seriously reduce engine perfor-
mance and cause serious damage to the engine.
• Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle. 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.
608 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery tank.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
•Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is
overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool
an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to
build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding
or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the
system is hot or under pressure.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in
puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek
emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground
spills immediately.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 613

DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .472
E-85 Fuel .............................. .535
Electrical Power Outlets .....................299
Electric Parking Brake ..................... .475
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................314
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................131
Electronic Brake Control System ...............482
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..............485
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........178
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............487
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......274
Change Engine Oil ..................... .345
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .333
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .333
EVIC Display ......................... .333EVIC Messages
........................ .346
Selectable Menu Items ....................349
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................46
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................549
Jacking .............................. .562
Jump Starting ......................... .576
Overheating .......................... .549
Towing ............................. .584
Emergency Trunk Release ....................46
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........592
Engine ................................ .589
Air Cleaner .......................... .598
Block Heater ......................... .456
Break-In Recommendations ................108
Checking Oil Level ..................... .595
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................652
Cooling ............................. .609
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................110
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Fails to Start.......................... .450
Flooded, Starting ...................... .450
Fuel Requirements ..................... .531
Jump Starting ......................... .576
Oil................................. .595
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .589
Oil Filter ............................ .598
Oil Selection .......................... .596
Oil Synthetic ......................... .597
Overheating .......................... .549
Starting ............................. .448
Temperature Gauge ..................... .331
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .597
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................597
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............81
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .532
Event Data Recorder ........................85
Exhaust Gas Caution .......................110 Exhaust System
...........................110
Exterior Lighting ......................... .159
Exterior Lights ...........................113
Fabric Care ............................. .623
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .598
Air Conditioning ...................... .421
Engine Oil ........................... .598
Engine Oil Disposal .....................598
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .549
Turn Signal ............................113
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .166
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .538
Engine Oil ........................... .538
Fuel Requirements ..................... .535
Maintenance .......................... .539
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Synthetic............................ .597
Viscosity ............................ .597
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .598
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .598
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................591
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ............281
Operating Precautions ..................... .591
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................129
Overhead Console ........................ .277
Overheating, Engine ...................... .331
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .619
Panic Alarm ..............................24
Parking Brake ........................... .475
ParkSense® System, Rear ....................221
Passing Light ........................... .166
Pets .................................. .108Placard, Tire and Loading Information
..........500
Power Brakes .............................. .481
Deck Lid Release ........................45
Door Locks ............................32
Mirrors ............................. .131
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........299
Sunroof ............................. .290
Windows ..............................41
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................57
Preparation for Jacking .....................565
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................57
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .507
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........613
Radio Operation ......................... .399
Radio Remote Controls .....................398
Radio (Sound Systems) .....................397
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