radiator cap CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE 2013 1.G Owners Manual

CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark,
the instrument cluster will sound a chime. When
safe, pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at
idle. Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the
pointer drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on the H (red) mark for more than a
minute, turn the engine off immediately and call for
service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
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WARNING! (Continued)
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
Engine Oil Overheating — 2.4L Engine Only (If
Equipped)
During sustained high-speed driving or trailer tow up
long grades on hot day, the engine oil temperature may
become too hot. If this happens, the “HOTOIL” message
flashes, the vehicle speed will be reduced to 53 mph
(85 km/h) until the engine oil temperature is reduced.
NOTE:Engine speed is reduced to 53 mph (85 km/h) at
the maximum. You may of course, reduce your speed
further if needed.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 399

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.Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at anytime the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441

period, it is important that you use the same engine
coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your vehicle.
Please review these recommendations for using Organic
Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze).
When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
•Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant
and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to
exceed 70%) if temperatures below 34° F (37° C) are
anticipated.
•Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant
(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system.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:Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not
recommended and can result in cooling system damage.
Drain, flush, and refill as soon as possible to avoid
damage if coolant types are mixed in an emergency.
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.
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The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool-
ant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the
engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant
bottle need only be checked once a month. When addi-
tional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain
the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle.
Do not overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
•Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti-
freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant
expansion bottle must also be protected against
freezing.
•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
•Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at
50% OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) (minimum) and
distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your
engine which contains aluminum components.
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•Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis-
sions.
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.
Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately
if the brake system warning light indicates system fail-
ure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-
forming underhood services.
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Automatic Transmission....................305
Adding Fluid.........................451
Fluid and Filter Changes.................453
Fluid Level Check......................451
Fluid Type...........................449
Gear Ranges..........................308
Special Additives.......................450
Autostick...............................322
Auto Unlock, Doors........................33
Battery.................................433
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........26
Location.............................433
Belts, Seat...............................43
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................437
B-Pillar Location..........................345
Brake Assist System.......................335
Brake, Parking...........................328
Brake System............................447Anti-Lock (ABS).......................331
Fluid Check...........................447
Master Cylinder........................447
Parking..............................328
Warning Light.........................223
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................307
Bulb Replacement.........................469
Bulbs, Light..............................95
Calibration, Compass......................242
Capacities, Fluid..........................475
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................379
Oil (Engine)..........................423
Power Steering........................327
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...............444
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................91
Car Washes.............................454
Cellular Phone...........................129
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INDEX 499

Certification Label.........................382
Chains, Tire.............................360
Changing A Flat Tire.......................400
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................341
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .426
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety...............91
Checks, Safety............................91
Child Restraint............................69
Cigar Lighter............................205
Clean Air Gasoline........................371
Cleaning
Wheels..............................456
Climate Control..........................285
Clock..................................249
Cold Weather Operation....................304
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance..............284
Compact Spare Tire........................355
Compass...............................235
Compass Calibration.......................242Compass Variance.........................243
Computer, Trip/Travel......................241
Connector
UCI ................................276
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI).........276
Console................................208
Console, Floor...........................208
Contract, Service..........................491
Convertible.............................101
Convertible Top..........................101
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........444
Cooling System...........................441
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............443
Coolant Capacity.......................475
Coolant Level.........................442
Disposal of Used Coolant.................445
Drain, Flush, and Refill..................442
Inspection............................445
Points to Remember
.....................446
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Pressure Cap..........................444
Radiator Cap..........................444
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)............442
Corrosion Protection.......................453
Cruise Light.............................228
Cupholders.............................206
Customer Assistance.......................489
Customer Programmable Features.............246
Data Recorder, Event.......................68
Daytime Running Lights....................182
Dealer Service............................427
Deck Lid, Power Release.....................38
Defroster, Rear Window.....................212
Defroster, Windshield.......................93
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..................185
Diagnostic System, Onboard.................425
Dimmer Switch, Headlight...................180
DipsticksAutomatic Transmission..................451
Oil (Engine)..........................429
Power Steering........................327
Disabled Vehicle Towing....................417
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...............445
Door Locks..............................31
Door Locks, Automatic......................33
Door Opener, Garage.......................192
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt......................170
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water...............................324
E-85 Fuel...............................375
Electrical Power Outlets.....................202
Electric Rear Window Defrost.................212
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................127
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........189
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INDEX 501

Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .21
Radial Ply Tires..........................353
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)...........444
Radio Operation..........................285
Radio Remote Controls.....................283
Rear Cupholder..........................207
Rearview Mirrors.........................125
Rear Window Defroster.....................212
Rear Window Features.....................212
Recorder, Event Data.......................68
Recreational Towing.......................395
Reformulated Gasoline.....................371
Refrigerant..............................435
Release, Hood............................175
Reminder, Seat Belt.........................55
Remote Control
Security Alarm.........................18
Starting System.........................28Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)..................21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........283
Remote Starting System......................28
Remote Trunk Release.......................38
Replacement Bulbs........................469
Replacement Keys.........................16
Replacement Parts.........................427
Replacement Tires.........................359
Reporting Safety Defects....................493
Resetting Oil Change Indicator................227
Restraint, Head...........................171
Restraints, Child...........................69
Restraints, Occupant........................40
Rotation, Tires...........................361
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle..................92
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.................95
Safety Defects, Reporting....................493
Safety, Exhaust Gas.........................91
510 INDEX