parts CHRYSLER 200 2016 2.G Owner's Manual

Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when
performing under hood services or immediately if the
“Brake Warning Light” is illuminated.Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be
expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level
should be checked when pads are replaced. However,
low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup
may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
•
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
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can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
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the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid.
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NOTE:No chemical flushes should be used in any
transmission; only the approved lubricant should be
used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission. Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and
its performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the transmission. Avoid using transmission sealers as they
may adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools. If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunc-
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Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution maybe used, but do not use high alcohol content or
abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a
clean damp cloth.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the
vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
WARNING!
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and
leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do
not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt
assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they
have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn web-
bing, etc.).
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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.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CONTENTS
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE ...................... .667
▫ Prepare For The Appointment .............667
▫ Prepare A List ....................... .667
▫ Be Reasonable With Requests .............667
 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ..............667
▫ FCA US LLC Customer Center ............668
▫ FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center .........668
▫ In Mexico Contact .....................669
▫ Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands ........669▫
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired (TDD/TTY) ...................669
▫ Service Contract ..................... .669
 WARRANTY INFORMATION .............671
 MOPARPARTS ........................671
 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ............671
▫ In The 50 United States And
Washington, D.C. ..................... .671
▫ In Canada .......................... .672
 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ............672
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the
DVD, for the terms and provisions of FCA US LLC
warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
MOPAR PARTS
MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from an authorized dealer. They are recom-
mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle
operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
manufacturer.If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your authorized
dealer, and the manufacturer.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153),
or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Adminis-
trator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West
Building, Washington, D.C. 20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.9
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Maintenance.......................... .532
Replacement Parts ...................... .531
Starting ............................. .531
Flooded Engine Starting ....................449
Floor Console ........................... .300
Fluid, Brake ............................ .657
Fluid Capacities ......................... .653
Fluid Leaks .............................112
Fluid Level Checks Brake ............................... .615
Engine Oil ........................... .595
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........654
Fog Lights .......................... .163, 647
Fog Light Service ........................ .647
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .152
Forward Collision Warning ..................209
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................576
Front Position Light ...................... .646
Fuel .................................. .524Additives
............................ .527
Clean Air ............................ .525
Ethanol .......................... .525, 529
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....................532
Gasoline ............................. .524
Light ............................... .340
Materials Added ....................... .527
Methanol ............................ .525
Octane Rating ..................... .524, 654
Requirements ......................... .524
Specifications ......................... .654
Tank Capacity ......................... .653
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .529
Fuses ................................. .625
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ..........274, 282
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...................532
Gasoline,

Clean Air ....................... .525
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................52510
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Memory Seats And Radio...................153
Methanol .............................. .525
Mirrors ............................... .120
Electric Powered ....................... .129
Electric Remote ........................ .129
Exterior Folding ....................... .128
Heated .............................. .130
Outside ............................. .128
Rearview ......................... .120, 121
Vanity .............................. .131
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................514
MOPAR Parts ........................ .593, 671
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .525
Multi-Function Control Lever .................164
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................107
Occupant Restraints ........................47 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)
.............524, 654
Oil, Engine ......................... .595, 654
Capacity ............................ .653
Change Interval ....................... .596
Checking ............................ .595
Dipstick ............................. .595
Disposal ............................. .598
Filter ............................ .598, 654
Filter Disposal ........................ .598
Identification Logo ..................... .596
Materials Added To ..................... .598
Pressure Warning Light ...................328
Recommendation ....................596, 653
Synthetic ............................ .598
Viscosity ......................... .597, 653
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .598
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .598
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .328
Onboar

d Diagnostic System ..................591
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Remote Starting System......................27
Remote Trunk Release .......................45
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .639
Replacement Parts ........................ .593
Replacement Tires ........................ .510
Reporting Safety Defects ....................671
Restraint, Head .......................... .148
Restraints, Child ...........................86
Restraints, Occupant ........................47
Rotation, Tires .......................... .513
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................110
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................112
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................671
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... .109
Safety Information, Tire .....................488
Safety Tips ............................. .108
Schedule, Maintenance .....................660 Seat Belt
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......55
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........58
Energy Management Feature ................58
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................53
Lap/Shoulder Belts .......................50
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............55
Pregnant Women ........................57
Seat Belt Extender .......................56
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................58
Seat Belt Reminder .......................49
Seat Belt System .........................47
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .624
Seat Belt Reminder .........................49
Seat Belts ............................ .48, 110
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................55
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........55
Child Restraint ..........................86
Extender ..............................56
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