air conditioning CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE 2012 1.G User Guide

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)
Automatic Operation
• Turn the Mode and Blower Controls to the AUTO position.
• Select the desired temperature by rotating the Temperature Control.
• The system will maintain the set temperature automatically.
Air Conditioning
• If the air conditioning button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light mayflash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.
Air Recirculation
• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the air recirculation button off.
• If the recirculation button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light mayflash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.
Heated Mirrors
• The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn onthe rear window defroster.
POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION
• Before lowering the top, verify the cargo shield is perfectly positioned in the trunk.
Positioning The Cargo Shield For Top Operation
• Pull the cargo shield toward you to begin unfolding the panels. Grasp the handle in thecenter of the outermost (top) panel and raise the cargo shield. Then, align and seat the
tabs at each end of the cargo shield in the V slots in the trunk liner as shown in the
illustration.
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles: 8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers: 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it
occurs before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road
conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if neces-
sary. XXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the air conditioning filter. XXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. XXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. XXXXX
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for
cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper loose-
ness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. XXX
Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engines) XXX
Replace the spark plugs (2.4L PZEV Engines Only) X
Replace the spark plugs (3.6L Engines) X
Adjust parking brake on all vehicles equipped with four wheel
disc brakes. XXX
Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter if using your
vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or
104,000 miles (169,000 km) whichever comes first. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 104,000 miles
(169,000 km) or 60 months whichever comes first. X
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for the complete maintenance schedule.
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Air Conditioning..............21
Airbag ...................10
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . 9
Audio Settings .......26,27,28,30,33,42
Automatic Headlights ...........17
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . 21 Air Recirculation .............21
Automatic Operation ..........21
Rear Temperature Control .......20
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ...............85
Axle Fluid .................85
Belts, Seat .................10
Brake Fluid ................85
Brake System Master Cylinder .............85
Break-In Recommendations,
New Vehicle ................17
Bulb Replacement .............92
Bulbs,Light ................92
Calibration, Compass ...........58
Change Oil Indicator ...........69
Changing A Flat Tire ............71
Climate Control ..............20
Clock Setting ........... 26,28,31,39
Compass Calibration ...........58
Convertible Top ............. 8,21
Convertible Top Manual Override .....23
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ............85
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......19
Cruise Light ................19
Customer Assistance ...........93
Defects, Reporting ............94
Dimmer Control ..............18
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .........18
Disarming, Theft System ..........9
E-85Fuel .................86
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control) ..............19
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .....66
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) ............. 58,59Electronics
Your Vehicle's Sound System ......24
Emergency, In Case of Jacking .................71
Jump Starting ..............76
Engine Break-In Recommendations .......17
Compartment ..............83
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........85
Jump Starting ..............76
Oil ...................85
Oil Filter ................85
Oil Selection ..............85
Overheating ..............70
Event Data Recorder ............81
Flash-To-Pass ...............18
Flexible Fuel Vehicles ...........
86
Fluid Capacities ..............85
Fluid, Brake ................85
Fluids ...................85
Fog Lights ................ 17,18
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........80
Front Heated Seats ............15
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ..........69
Gasoline ................86
Specifications ..............85
Fuses ...................89
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....60
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .........69
Headlights Automatic ................17
Dimmer Switch .............18
HighBeam ...............18
Heated Mirrors ............. 20,21
Heated Seats ................15
High Beam/Low Beam Select
(Dimmer) Switch ..............18
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter ................60
Hood Release ...............82
Instrument Cluster Indicators .................7
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