brake CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE 2013 1.G Owner's Manual

WARNING!
• When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery mayfreeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could rupture or explode and
cause personal injury. Battery temperature must be brought above the freezing point
before attempting a jump-start.
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, that might make an inadver-
tent electrical contact. You could be severely injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas
which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery.
• Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and
personal injury could result.
• Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.
• Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury.
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
• If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you canuse the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:• To access the shift lever override, remove the cupholder liner.
• Firmly set the parking brake.
• Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position without starting the engine.
• Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
• Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the override tab through the access port
on the center console.
• Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
• The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
• Reinstall the override cover.
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EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)
• This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR isto record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting
a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The
EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such
data as:• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
• These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.
NOTE:
EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are
recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g. name, gender,
age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could
combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a
crash investigation.
• To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties such as law
enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to
the vehicle or the EDR.
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703. If DOT 3
is not available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable. —
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR®
Power Steering Flui d+4or
MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology
(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different
and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine
coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT
engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, it
should be flushed with OAT coolant and replaced with the specified OAT engine coolant
(antifreeze) as soon as possible.
• 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 (antifreeze) is not recommended.
E85 FLEXIBLE FUEL — 3.6L ENGINE ONLY
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
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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, and E85 fuel usage will influence when
the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions 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 “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further
information
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering andtransmission 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 irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
• 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 off-road conditions.
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Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
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
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot
seals and replace if necessary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function.
XXX X X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. XXX X X XX
Replace spark plugs (2.4L Engine). ** XX X X X
Replace spark plugs (2.4L PZEV Engine Only). **
X
Replace spark plugs (3.6L Engine). ** X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at
10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
whichever comes first. XX
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FUSES
Integrated Power Module
• The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment near the aircleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A label that identifies
each component may be printed on the inside of the cover.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description
1 40 Amp Green — Power Top Module – If Equipped
2 — 20 Amp Yellow Brake Vacuum Pump
3 — 10 Amp Red Center High Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL)/Brake Switch
4 — 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch
5 — 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow – If Equipped
6 — 10 Amp Red Power Mirror Switch/Climate Controls
7 — 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 1
8 — 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 2
9 40 Amp Green Battery Feed – Power Seats – If Equipped
10 — 20 Amp Yellow
Instrument Panel/Power Locks/Interior Lights
11— 15 Amp Lt Blue Selectable Power Outlet
(Inside Center Arm Rest)
12 — 20 Amp Yellow —
13 — 20 Amp Yellow Ignition/Cigar Lighter
14 — 10 Amp Red Instrument Panel
15 40 Amp Green — Radiator Fan Relay
16 — 15 Amp Lt. Blue Sunroof – If Equipped
17 — 10 Amp Red Wireless Control Module (WCM)/Clock/
Steering Control Module (SCM)
18 40 Amp Green — Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini FuseDescription
19 — 20 Amp Yellow Audio Amplifier – If Equipped
20 — 15 Amp Lt. Blue Radio
21 — 10 Amp Red Siren – If Equipped
22 — 10 Amp Red Ignition Run – Climate Controls/
Hot Cupholder – If Equipped
23 — 15 Amp Lt. Blue Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay 3
24 — 25 Amp Natural Sunroof – If Equipped
25 — 10 Amp Red Ignition Run — Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
26 — 15 Amp Lt. Blue Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay 2
27 — 10 Amp Red
Ignition Run – Occupant Classification
Module (OCM)/Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC)
28 — 10 Amp Red Ignition Run — Occupant Classification
Module (OCM)/Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC)
29 — — Hot Car (No Fuse Required)
30 — 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Run – Heated Seats – If Equipped
31 — — Spare
32 30 Amp Pink — Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay 1
33 — 10 Amp Red Switch Bank/Diagnostic Link Connector/
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
34 30 Amp Pink — Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Module – If
Equipped/Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Module – If Equipped
35 40 Amp Green — Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Module – If
Equipped/Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Module – If Equipped
36 30 Amp Pink — Passenger Door Module (PDM)/
Driver Door Module (DDM)
37 — 25 Amp Natural Power Top Module – If Equipped
CAUTION!
• When installing the integrated power module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is
properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the
integrated power module, and possibly result in a electrical system failure.
• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct
amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a
dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
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WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE
• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleanedregularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven
cleaner. These products may damage the wheel's protective finish. Avoid automatic car
washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel's protective
finish. Only MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.
EXTERIOR BULBS
LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb Number
Bi-Halogen Headlamp HIR2
Front Turn Signal Lamp 3157NAK
Front Park Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Front Fog Lamp H11
Center High Mounted Stop (CHMSL) Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Backup Lamp 921
License Lamp W5W
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Airbag...................10
Air Conditioning..............24
Alarm, Panic ................8
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . .9
Automatic Headlights ...........19
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . .24
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ...............95
Axle Fluid .................95
Belts, Seat .................11
Brake Fluid .................95
Brake System Master Cylinder ............96
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..............19
Bulb Replacement ............104
Bulbs,Light................104
Calibration, Compass ...........69
Change Oil Indicator ...........79
Changing A Flat Tire ............81
Child Restraint ...............11
Climate Control ..............23
Compass Calibration ...........69
Convertible Top .............8,25
Convertible Top Manual Override .....26
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ...........95
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......22
Cruise Light ................22
Customer Assistance ...........105
Defects, Reporting ............106
Dimmer Control ..............20
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .........20
Disarming, Theft System ..........9
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System .....28
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ............22
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .....76
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .............69
Emergency, In Case of Brake Warning Light ..........78 Jacking
................81
Jump Starting .............86
Engine Break-In Recommendations ......19
Compartment .............93
Coolant (Antifreeze) .........95
Jump Starting .............86
Oil ..................95
Oil Filter ...............95
Oil Selection .............95
Overheating .............80
EventDataRecorder............91
Flash-To-Pass ...............20
Fluid, Brake ................96
Fluid Capacities ..............95
Fluids ...................95
F

ogLights...............19, 20
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..........90
Front Heated Seats .............17
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .........79
Gasoline ................95
Specifications .............95
Fuse ...................101
Fuses .................. .101
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....71
Headlights Automatic ...............19
Dimmer Switch ............20
HighBeam ..............20
Heated Mirrors ............ .23, 24
Heated Seats ................17
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ............20
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ....71
Hood Release ...............92
Instrument Cluster Indicators ................7
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) .....101
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....21
Introduction .................2
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control ..........61
Bluetooth Streaming Audio ......68
INDEX
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