check oil CHRYSLER 200 2017 2.G User Guide

with electric defrosters or windows equipped with radio
antennas. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instrument
that may scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or cloth that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
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 may beused, 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.
NOTE:
If the belts retract slowly, inspect the upper turning
loop for soiling. If soiling is present, clean with a wet soft
cloth until all residue is removed.
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 webbing, etc.).
FUSES
WARNING!
• When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro-
priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as
the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another
fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown
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476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that service
is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as
frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold
ambient temperatures will influence when the “Oil Change
Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next
500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than
your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Oil Change Reset”
in “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
for fleet customers.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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.
506 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Automatic Headlights...................... .123
Automatic High Beams ..................... .124
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...........318
Automatic Transaxle ....................... .347
Automatic Transmission ..................348, 472
Adding Fluid ....................... .472, 503
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................472
Fluid Change .......................... .472
Fluid Level Check .....................470, 471
Fluid Type ......................... .470, 503
Special Additives ........................ .471
Autostick ............................... .354
Auto Unlock, Doors .........................26
Auto Up Power Windows .....................33
Axle Lubrication .......................... .503
Battery .............................. .251, 458
Charging System Light ....................251
Key Fob Battery Replacement .................19
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................19
Remote Battery Replacement .................19
Belts, Seat .................................83
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................462
B-Pillar Location .......................... .379
Brake Assist System ........................ .366Brake Control System, Electronic
................364
Brake Fluid .............................. .503
Brake System ......................... .364, 469
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .364
Fluid Check ........................ .469, 503
Master Cylinder ........................ .469
Warning Light .......................... .249
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................348
Brightness, Interior Lights ....................129
Bulb Replacement ....................488, 490, 494
Bulbs, Light ........................ .85, 488, 494
Camera, Rear ............................ .208
Capacities,

Fluid .......................... .500
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .406
Oil (Engine) ..................... .449, 450, 456
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................467
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................82, 403
Cargo Area Features ....................... .236
Cargo Compartment ....................... .236
Car Washes .............................. .472
Certification Label ......................... .409
Chains, Tire ............................. .392
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .425
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Emergency, In Case OfHazard Warning Flasher ...................414
Jacking ............................... .425
Jump Starting .......................... .435
Overheating ........................... .414
Towing ............................... .442
Emergency Trunk Release .....................35
Emission Control System Maintenance ............452
Engine .............................. .449, 450
Air Cleaner ............................ .457
Block Heater ........................... .346
Break-In Recommendations ..................81
Checking Oil Level ...................... .454
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .501
Cooling .............................. .464
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................82, 403
Fails To Start ........................... .345
Flooded, Starting ........................ .345
Fuel Requirements ....................... .400
Jump Starting .......................... .435
Oil ........................... .454, 500, 501
Oil Filler Cap .....................449, 450, 456
Oil Filter .............................. .457
Oil Selection ........................ .455, 500
Oil Synthetic ........................... .456Overheating
........................... .414
Starting .............................. .344
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .456
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................456
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ..........63, 445
Entry System, Illuminated .....................16
Ethanol ............................. .400, 403
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................82, 403
Exhaust System ........................ .82, 463
Exterior Lighting ....................... .122, 494
Exterior Lights ......................... .85, 494
Filters Air

Cleaner ............................ .457
Air Conditioning .....................320, 459
Engine Oil ......................... .457, 501
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .457
Flashers Hazard Warning ........................ .414
Turn Signal ....................85, 126, 267, 492
Flash-To-Pass ............................ .127
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ......................... .405
Engine Oil ............................ .404
Fuel Requirements ....................403, 404
524 INDEX

Maintenance........................... .405
Replacement Parts ....................... .405
Starting .............................. .405
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .345
Floor Console ............................ .232
Fluid, Brake ............................. .503
Fluid Capacities ........................... .500
Fluid Leaks ...............................85
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................ .469
Engine Oil ............................ .454
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ............501
Fog Lights ........................... .125, 495
Fog Light Service .......................... .495
Folding Rear Seat ..........................116
Forward Collision Warning ....................159
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .438
Front Position Light ........................ .494
Fuel ................................... .400
Additives ............................. .402
Clean Air ............................. .400
Ethanol ........................... .400, 403
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ..................... .406
Gasoline .............................. .400
Light ................................ .261Materials Added
........................ .402
Methanol ............................. .400
Octane Rating ....................... .400, 501
Requirements .......................... .400
Specifications .......................... .501
Tank Capacity .......................... .500
Fuel, Flexible ............................. .403
Fuses .................................. .476
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ............213, 218
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .....................406
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .400
Gasoline,
Reformulated ..................... .400
Gear Ranges ............................. .350
Glass Cleaning ........................... .475
GVWR ................................. .409
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising,
Or Shallow Standing Water .................357
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................... .414
Headlights Automatic ............................ .123
Bulb Replacement ....................... .490
Cleaning .............................. .475
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INDEX 525

Monitor, Tire Pressure System..................394
MOPAR Parts ......................... .453, 515
MTBE/ETBE ............................. .400
Multi-Function Control Lever ..................126
New Vehicle Break-In Period ...................81
Occupant Restraints .........................36
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............400, 501
Oil, Engine ........................... .454, 501
Capacity .............................. .500
Change Interval ........................ .455
Checking ............................. .454
Dipstick .............................. .454
Disposal .............................. .457
Filter ............................. .457, 501
Filter Disposal .......................... .457
Identification Logo ...................... .455
Materials Added To ...................... .457
Pressure Warning Light ....................252
Recommendation .....................455, 500
Synthetic ............................. .456
Viscosity .......................... .456, 500
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .457
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .457Oil Pressure Light
......................... .252
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................451
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ...............213
Operating Precautions ...................... .451
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ...............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................98
Overhead Console ......................... .210
Overheating, Engine ....................... .414
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...........4,516
Paint Care ............................... .472
Panic Alarm ...............................19
Parking Brake ............................ .359
ParkSense System, Rear .................. .168, 175
Passing

Light ............................ .127
Personalized Menu Bar ..................... .322
Pets .....................................81
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........380
Power Brakes ............................... .364
Deck Lid Release .........................34
Door Locks ..............................25
Mirrors ............................... .100
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .........227, 229
Sunroof ........................... .220, 223
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