engine overheat CHRYSLER 200 2016 2.G User Guide

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the
switch bank below the radio screen.Push 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. Push 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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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 545

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.
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.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
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
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.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 577

exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
WARNING!
•Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain
carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious
and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing
CO, refer to “Safety Tips/Exhaust Gas” in “Things
To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further
information.
• A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park
over materials that can burn. Such materials might
be grass or leaves coming into contact with your
exhaust system. Do not park or operate your ve-
hicle in areas where your exhaust system can con-
tact anything that can burn.
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.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607

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 dam-
age:
•
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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Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE:
•Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could
lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is
needed to be added to the system, please contact your
local authorized dealer.
• Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom-
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency,
have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with
OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) as soon as
possible.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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Driver’s Seat Back Tilt..................... .145
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .465
E-85 Fuel .............................. .529
Electrical Power Outlets .....................293
Electric Parking Brake ..................... .468
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................308
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................129
Electronic Brake Control System ...............475
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................475
Traction Control System ...................481
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .....177, 182
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............482
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........329
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......268
Change Engine Oil ...................354, 366
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .352 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Setup Menu
.......................... .352
EVIC Display ......................... .352
EVIC Messages .....................355, 367
Selectable Menu Items ....................357
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................46
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................545
Jacking .............................. .558
Jump Starting ......................... .572
Overheating .......................... .545
Towing ............................. .581
Emergency Trunk Release ....................46
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........592
Engine ............................. .589, 590
Air Cleaner .......................... .599
Block Heater ......................... .450
Break-In Recommendations ................107
Checking Oil Level ..................... .595
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Coolant (Antifreeze).....................654
Cooling ............................. .609
Exhaust Gas Caution .................109, 528
Fails To Start ......................... .449
Flooded, Starting ...................... .449
Fuel Requirements ..................... .524
Jump Starting ......................... .572
Oil .......................... .595, 653, 654
Oil Filler Cap ...................589, 590, 597
Oil Filter ............................ .598
Oil Selection ...................... .596, 653
Oil Synthetic ......................... .598
Overheating .......................... .545
Starting ............................. .447
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .597
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................597
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............81
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................ .525, 529Event Data Recorder
........................85
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................109, 528
Exhaust System ...................... .109, 606
Exterior Lighting ..................... .159, 646
Exterior Lights ........................112,646
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .599
Air Conditioning ....................419, 602
Engine Oil ........................ .598, 654
Engine Oil Disposal .....................598
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .545
Turn Signal ..................112, 165, 347, 644
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .165
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .531
Engine Oil ........................... .531
Fuel Requirements ...................529, 530
684 INDEX

Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink).............274
Operating Precautions ..................... .591
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................128
Overhead Console ........................ .271
Overheating, Engine ...................... .545
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..........4,672
Paint Care ............................. .618
Panic Alarm ..............................24
Parking Brake ........................... .468
ParkSense System, Rear ..................220, 229
Passing Light ........................... .165
Personalized Menu Bar .....................421
Pets .................................. .107
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ..........496
Power Brakes .............................. .474
Deck Lid Release ........................45 Door Locks
............................33
Mirrors ............................. .129
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ........293, 296
Sunroof .......................... .284, 288
Windows ..............................41
Power Seats Down .............................. .141
Forward ............................. .141
Rearward ............................ .141
Up ................................ .141
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ...............57
Preparation For Jacking .....................560
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................58
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .503
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........612
Radio Frequency General Information ............16, 18, 27, 30, 40
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