coolant CHRYSLER 200 2016 2.G Owner's Manual

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10
Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Tech-
nology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of FCA
Material Standard MS.90032.
Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use SAE 0W-20 API Certified Engine
Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA US Material Stan-
dard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix.
Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine
Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA US Material Stan-
dard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix.
Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
654 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine
damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool-
ant is different and should not be mixed with
Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat-
ible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling
system in an emergency, the cooling system will
need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh
OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an au-
thorized dealer as soon as possible.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional
rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not
be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and
may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze).
Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) is not recommended.
656 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns
on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and
brake master cylinder, fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 661

Mileage: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
Replace spark plugs ** X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years
or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes
first. XX
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.WARNING!
• You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 663

About Your Brakes....................... .474
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .182
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............611
Additives, Fuel .......................... .527
Adjust Down .............................. .141
Forward ............................. .141
Rearward ............................ .141
Up ................................ .141
AirBag.............................. .61, 62
Advance Front Air Bag ...............62, 63, 64
Air Bag Operation .......................64
Air Bag Warning Light ..................65, 82
Driver Knee Air Bag ......................75
Enhanced Accident Response ................81
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................85
FrontAirBag......................61, 62, 65
Front Passenger Knee Air Bag ...............75
If A Deployment Occurs ...................80 Knee Impact Bolsters
.....................74
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............84
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............83
Side Air Bags ...........................75
Transporting Pets ...................... .107
Air Bag Deployment ........................61
Air Bag Light ..................... .82, 110, 322
Air Bag Maintenance .......................84
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .599
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................601
Air Conditioning ..................... .398, 403
Air Conditioning Controls ................398, 403
Air Conditioning Filter ..................419, 602
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...........418, 420
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................601
Air Conditioning System ..........398, 403, 416, 601
Air Filter .............................. .599
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .502
678 INDEX

AlarmArm The System ........................19
Disarm The System .......................20
Rearming The System .....................19
Tamper Alert ...........................21
Vehicle Security Alarm ....................19
Alarm, Panic .............................24
Alarm (Security Alarm) .....................325
All Wheel Drive (AWD) .....................464
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............610, 653
Disposal ............................. .613
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................475
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................341
Appearance Care ........................ .618
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .478
Auto Down Power Windows ..................42
Automatic Door Locks ......................34
Automatic Headlights ..................... .160Automatic High Beams
.....................161
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........416
Automatic Transaxle ...................... .451
Automatic Transmission .................453, 618
Adding Fluid ...................... .618, 657
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................618
Fluid Change ......................... .618
Fluid Level Check ...................616, 617
Fluid Type ........................ .616, 657
Special Additives ...................... .617
Autostick .............................. .461
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................34
Auto Up Power Windows ....................43
Axle Lubrication ......................... .657
Battery ............................ .327, 599
Charging System Light ...................327
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Remote Battery Replacement ................25
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INDEX 679

Transmitter Battery Replacement.............25
Belts, Seat ...............................110
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................605
B-Pillar Location ......................... .495
Brake Assist System ...................... .478
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............475
Brake Fluid ............................ .657
Brake System ........................ .474, 615
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .474
Fluid Check ....................... .615, 657
Master Cylinder ....................... .615
Warning Light ........................ .323
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................453
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................167
Bulb Replacement ..................639, 641, 646
Bulbs, Light .......................112, 639, 646
Camera, Rear ........................... .268
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .653Caps, Filler
Fuel ................................ .532
Oil (Engine) ....................589, 590, 597
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................612
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............109, 528
Cargo Area Features ...................... .304
Cargo Compartment ...................... .304
Car Washes ............................ .619
Certification Label ........................ .536
Chains, Tire ............................ .512
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .558
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .489
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .592
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............108
Checks, Safety .......................... .108
Child Restraint ............................86
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................90
Center Seat LATCH ......................99
680 INDEX

Child Restraints.........................86
Child Seat Installation .................102, 104
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .......101
Infants And Child Restraints ................88
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....99
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle
Seat Belt ............................. .102
LATCH Positions ........................94
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ............97
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......93
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........89
Seating Positions ........................92
Using The Top Tether Anchorage ............105
Child Safety Locks .........................34
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .525
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .620
Climate Control ......................... .398
Coin Holder ............................ .300Cold Weather Operation
....................448
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .507
Console, Floor .......................... .300
Console, Overhead ....................... .271
Contract, Service ......................... .669
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........612
Cooling System .......................... .609
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............611
Coolant Capacity ...................... .653
Coolant Level ......................... .613
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................613
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................610
Inspection ........................ .609, 613
Points To Remember .....................614
Pressure Cap ......................... .612
Radiator Cap ......................... .612
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......610, 653, 654
Corrosion Protection ...................... .618
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ............182, 371
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INDEX 681

Cruise Light..................... .348, 349, 350
Cupholders ............................ .297
Customer Assistance ...................... .667
Data Recorder, Event .......................85
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............169
Daytime Running Lights ....................162
Dealer Service ........................... .594
Deck Lid, Emergency Release .................46
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................45
Defroster, Rear Window .....................308
Defroster, Windshield ...................110,401
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................591
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................165
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .595
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................581
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................613Door Ajar
.............................. .332
Door Ajar Light ......................... .332
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ......34
Door Locks ......................... .24, 31
KeyFob ........................... .31, 33
Key Fob Emergency Key ................25, 34
Manual Door Locks ......................31
Power Door Locks .......................33
Remote ...............................31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..............31, 33
Door Locks, Automatic ......................34
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .274
Driver Information Display (DID) Controls ............................. .364
Display ............................. .364
Driver Information Display (DID) ............364
Instrument Cluster ..................... .364
Messages ......................... .355, 367
682 INDEX

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