coolant temperature CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2005 1.G Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Voltage Light
This light monitors the electrical system voltage.
The light should turn on momentarily as the
engine is started. If the light stays on or turns on while
driving, it indicates a problem with the charging system.
Immediate service should be obtained.
2. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-
ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that
the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera-
ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades,
or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to
exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads (H),
pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with
the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops
back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on
the “H”, and you hear continuous chimes, turn the
engine off immediately, and call for service.
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damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing CO, fol-
low the preceding safety tips.
Cooling System
Inspection
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, turn
the ignition key to the OFF position. The fan is
temperature controlled and can start at any time
when the ignition key is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, don’t 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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CAUTION!
•Mixing of coolants other than the specified HOAT
coolant may result in decreased corrosion protec-
tion and engine damage that may not be covered
under the new vehicle warranty. If a non-HOAT
coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an
emergency, it should be replaced with the speci-
fied coolant as soon as possible.
•Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base
antifreeze products. Do not use additional rust
inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be
compatible with the radiator coolant and may
plug the radiator.
•This vehicle has not been designed for use with
Propylene Glycol based coolants. Use of Propy-
lene Glycol based coolants is not recommended.
Adding Coolant
When adding coolant, or refilling the system, a minimum
of 50% solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in
water should be used. Higher concentrations (not to
exceed 70%) are required if temperatures below
37°F
(
38°C) are anticipated.
Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized
water when mixing the water/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 coolant types will decrease the life of the
engine coolant and will require more frequent coolant
changes.
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•Maintain coolant concentration at 50% ethylene glycol
antifreeze (minimum) in water for proper corrosion
protection of your engine which contains aluminum
components.
•Make sure that the radiator and coolant bottle hoses
are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator and the front of the A/C
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 cooling performance.
•Increasing engine speed at idle does not reduce cool-
ant temperature! Put transmission in NEUTRAL and
let engine idle at normal engine idle speed.
Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence
of heat and mechanical damage. Hard or soft spots,
brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces-
sive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber.
Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high
heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hose
routing to be sure hoses do not come in contact with any
heat source or moving component which may cause heat
damage or mechanical wear.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-
plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are
present.
Components should be replaced immediately if there is
any evidence of wear or damage that could cause failure.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 303
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Adding Fuel........................... 252
Adding Washer Fluid.................. 115,297
Additives, Fuel......................... 250
Adjustable Pedals........................ 118
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 293
Air Conditioning Filter.................204,294
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 293
Air Conditioning System................195,293
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 234
Airbag................................ 42
Airbag Deployment....................... 49
Airbag Light.....................46,51,61,151
Airbag Maintenance....................... 50
Airbag, Side............................ 48
Alarm System........................... 24
Alignment and Balance................... 241
All Wheel Drive...................217,242,310
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 189Antifreeze Disposal...................... 301
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........299,300,325
Anti-Lock Brake System................... 220
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 145
Anti-Theft Security Alarm.................. 24
Appearance Care........................ 311
Arming Theft System...................... 24
Auto Down Power Windows................ 30
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 67
Automatic Door Locks...................17,18
Automatic Headlights..................... 111
Automatic Temperature Control............. 195
Automatic Transaxle...................213,307
Adding Fluid......................... 327
Filter............................... 309
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 309
Fluid Level Check...................... 308
Interlock System....................... 214
Reset Mode.......................... 214
360 INDEX

Block Heater......................... 212
Break-In Recommendations................ 59
Checking Oil Level..................... 284
Compartment......................... 280
Coolant............................. 326
Cooling............................. 298
Exhaust Gas Caution..................29,251
Fails to Start.......................... 211
Fuel Requirements..................248,325
Oil ...........................284,325,326
Oil Change Interval.................... 286
Oil Selection.......................286,325
Oil Synthetic......................... 288
Overheating.......................... 263
Temperature Gauge..................... 144
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 287
Exhaust Gas Caution..............29,60,251,298
Exhaust System......................... 297
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 41Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 68
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 289
Air Conditioning....................204,294
Automatic Transaxle.................... 309
Engine Fuel.......................... 289
Engine Oil........................288,326
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 288
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 262
Turn Signal.....................145,322,324
Floor Console.......................... 133
Fluid Capacities......................... 325
Fluid Leaks............................. 62
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 308
Brake............................... 327
Power Steering.....................294,327
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Fog Light Service........................ 323
Fog Lights....................... 112,150,323
Folding Rear Seat........................ 101
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 273
Fuel................................. 248
Adding............................. 252
Additives............................ 250
Clean Air............................ 248
Filler Cap............................ 252
Filter............................... 289
Gasoline............................ 248
Gauge.............................. 145
Hoses.............................. 306
Octane Rating......................248,326
Requirements......................248,325
Tank Capacity........................ 325
Fuel System Caution..................... 251
Fueling............................... 252
Fuses................................ 316Garage Door Opener..................... 123
GasCap .............................. 252
Gasoline.............................. 248
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 248
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 249
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 144
Fuel................................ 145
Speedometer......................... 145
Tachometer.......................... 148
Gearshift.............................. 215
General Information..................15,23,245
Glass Cleaning.......................... 315
Grocery Bag Retainer..................... 103
Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 254
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 254
Hands-Free Phone........................ 71
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 262
INDEX 365
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Starting and Operating.................... 210
Starting Procedures...................... 210
Steering
Linkage............................. 295
Power...........................222,294
Shaft Seal............................ 295
Tilt Column.......................... 116
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................. 190
Storage............................133,319
Storage, Vehicle......................203,319
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 319
Sulfur in Gasoline....................... 250
Sun Roof.............................. 129
Sun Visor Extension....................... 70
Sunglass Storage........................ 122
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 131
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 42
System, Navigation...................... 194Tachometer............................ 148
Tape Player............................ 170
Temperature Control, Automatic............. 195
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......144,263
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............52,54
Theft Alarm............................ 24
Theft System............................ 24
Theft System Arming...................... 24
Theft System Disarming.................... 25
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 135
Tilt Steering Column..................... 116
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 229
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 228
Tire Markings.......................... 224
Tire Safety Information.................... 224
Tires ............................62,233,357
Air Pressure.......................... 233
Alignment........................... 241
Chains.............................. 245
INDEX 373
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