coolant level CHRYSLER PACIFICA HYBRID 2018 Owners Manual

The vehicle should have service performed, and the brake
fluid level checked.
If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is necessary.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is
dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It
will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a
collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately.
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution
(EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning
Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate
repair to the ABS system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by
turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the
ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap-
proximately two seconds. The light should then turn off
unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is
detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light
inspected by your authorized dealer. The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.
— Battery Charge Warning Light
This light illuminates when the 12 volt battery is not
charging properly. If it stays on while the vehicle is
running, there may be a malfunction with the charging
system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the electrical system
or a related component.
— Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition. If the
engine coolant temperature is too high, this indicator will
illuminate and a single chime will sound. If the tempera-
ture reaches the upper limit, a continuous chime will be
sound for four minutes or until the engine is able to cool:
whichever comes first.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop
the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift
the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the
temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the
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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.Maintenance Plan
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 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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Engine Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where appli-
cable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the system
should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT
coolant (conforming to MS.90032) by an authorized dealer.
Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumula-
tion of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying
water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the
condenser.
Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at the
coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire
system for leaks. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT
PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
NOTE:Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to
severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is needed to
be added to the system please contact an local authorized
dealer. If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains visible
sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and flush with
OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to MS.90032).
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the
proper maintenance intervals.
Electric/Battery Coolant System
These coolant systems must be serviced by an authorized
dealer. If the coolant level is below what is specified on the
reservoir, contact an authorized dealer for service.
These systems require the use of high purity water, such as
deionized, or distilled water, when mixing the water and
coolant (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality
water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
cooling systems. If the coolant level of the battery coolant
system is low, the wrench warning light will be illuminated
on the instrument cluster.
Selection Of Coolant
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifica-
tions” for further information.
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•Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT coolant that meets
the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032
and deionized, or distilled water. Use higher concentra-
tions (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below 34°F
(37°C) are anticipated.
CAUTION!
Use only high purity water such as deionized, or
distilled water when mixing the water/ coolant (anti-
freeze) solution for the engine, battery or high voltage
electronics cooling systems. 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 maintain
the proper level of protection against freezing according to
the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is
operated. NOTE:
•
Mixing coolant (antifreeze) types is not recommended
and can result in cooling system damage. If HOAT and
OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, have a autho-
rized dealer drain, flush, and refill with OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032) as soon as possible.
• Low pressure expansion bottles for power electronics
and battery cooling require a special tool for removing
the cap from the expansion bottle. For the battery
coolant bottle, it is important to not add coolant if level
is low. The vehicle should be taken to dealer for proper
servicing of the battery coolant loop if this should occur.
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
expansion bottle/recovery tank if so equipped.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
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WARNING!
•Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is over-
heated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an
overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up
in the cooling system. To prevent scalding or injury,
do not remove the pressure cap while the system is
hot or under pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one speci-
fied for your vehicle. Personal injury or engine
damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based coolant (antifreeze) is a regu-
lated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your
local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your
community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children,
do not store ethylene glycol-based coolant in open contain-
ers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If
ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency assistance
immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant expansion bottle provides a quick visual
method for determining that the coolant level is adequate.
With the engine off and cold, the level of the coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines marked on the bottle.
As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory,
the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month.
When additional coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain
the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle.
Do not overfill.
See an authorized dealer for service.
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 normally
a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity
accumulating on the radiator and being vaporized when
the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine coolant (anti-
freeze) to enter the radiator.
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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 (antifreeze)
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 coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a mini-
mum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) and
deionized, or distilled water.
• Use only high purity water such as deionized, or dis-
tilled water when mixing the water/coolant (antifreeze)
solution for the engine, battery or high voltage electron-
ics cooling systems. The use of lower quality water will
reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the cooling
system.
• 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 emissions.
• The coolant freeze point in the battery and power
electronics loop should be checked by a dealer as a
special tool is required to remove the cap from those
expansion bottles.
• Electric/Battery coolant system must be serviced by an
authorized dealer. If the coolant level is below what is
specified on the reservoir, contact an authorized dealer
for service. These systems require the use of high purity
water such as deionized, or distilled water when mixing
the water and coolant (antifreeze) solution. The use of
lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion
protection in the cooling systems.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically. Refer
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
3.6L Engines 16.5 Gallons62 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-20 , API
Certified) 5 quarts
4.7 liters
Cooling System*
3.6 Liter Engine Coolant (Mopar
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula with deionized,
or distilled water for proper corro-
sion protection) 14.5 Quarts
13.7 Liters
Battery Coolant (Contact your autho-
rized dealer for service) 5 Quarts
4.7 Liters
Power Electronics Coolant (Contact
your authorized dealer for service) 3.7 Quarts
3.5 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant reservoir filled to MAX level.
NOTE: Battery Coolant and Power Electronics Coolant
reservoir require a special tool to service the coolant
system. Contact your authorized dealer for service.
498 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

About Your Brakes........................ .492
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . .297
Additives, Fuel ........................... .495
Adjust Down .................................73
Forward ................................73
Rearward ...............................73
Up....................................73
AirBag ................................ .231
Air Bag Operation ....................... .233
Air Bag Warning Light .................230, 234
Driver Knee Air Bag ..................... .240
Enhanced Accident Response .............246, 428
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................428
FrontAirBag .......................... .234
If A Deployment Occurs ....................245
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .240
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............247
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............231
Side Air Bags .......................... .240
Transporting Pets ....................... .271
Air Bag Light ...................... .173, 230, 272
Air Bag Maintenance ....................... .247
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......440
Air Conditioning Filter ...................119,443 Air Conditioning, Operating Tips
...............118
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone ...................114
Air Conditioning System .....................110
Air Filter ............................... .440
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .472
Alarm Arm The System ..........................54
Disarm The System ........................54
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..................... .176
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................6
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................454, 498
Disposal .............................. .457
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................188
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................177
Ashtray ................................ .149
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .195
Audio
Systems (Radio) ...................... .506
Automatic Dimming Mirror ....................89
Automatic Headlights ........................96
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............110
Automatic Transaxle ....................... .286
Automatic Transmission ..................... .461
Adding Fluid ....................... .461, 501
Fluid Change .......................... .461
Fluid Level Check .....................460, 461
594 INDEX

Chart, Tire Sizing.......................... .463
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .185
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............271
Checks, Safety ............................ .271
Child Restraint ........................... .248
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .253
Center Seat LATCH ...................... .260
Child Restraints ........................ .248
Child Seat Installation ..................263, 265
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........261
Infants And Child Restraints ................251
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......255
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........252
Seating Positions ........................ .254
Using The Top Tether Anchorage .............267
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .494
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .480
Climate Control ........................... .103
Manual ............................... .103
Coat Hook .............................. .144
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................585
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .478Connector
UCI ................................. .535
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ...........535
Contract, Service .......................... .590
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .............456
Cooling System ........................... .453
Coolant Capacity ........................ .498
Coolant Level .......................... .457
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................457
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................454
Inspection ......................... .454, 457
Pressure Cap ........................... .456
Radiator Cap .......................... .456
Selection

Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......454, 498, 499
Corrosion Protection ....................... .486
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .................297
Cruise Light .......................... .182, 183
Customer Assistance ....................... .588
Cybersecurity ............................ .507
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ..............100
Daytime Running Lights ....................93, 94
Dealer Service ............................ .438
Defroster, Windshield ....................... .273
596 INDEX

Delay (Intermittent) Wipers...................101
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................184
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .....................93
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................... .436
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................425
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................457
Do Not Disturb ........................... .582
Door Ajar ............................... .176
Door Ajar Light ........................... .176
Door Locks Key Fob Emergency Key ....................42
Door Opener, Garage ....................... .134
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ........................68
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .375
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) .........536
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .........144
Electric Parking Brake ...................... .281
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................91
Electronic Brake Control System ................189
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................188 Traction Control System
....................189
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........294
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............192
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........175
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ...................378
Jacking ........................ .400, 401, 461
Jump Starting .......................... .418
Overheating ........................... .423
Towing ............................... .425
Emission Control System Maintenance ............185
Engine Air Cleaner ............................ .440
Break-In Recommendations .................281
Checking Oil Level ...................... .436
Compartment .......................... .435
Compartment Identification .................435
Coolant
(Antifreeze) ..................... .499
Cooling .............................. .453
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................271, 497
Fuel Requirements ....................... .494
Oil ........................... .438, 498, 499
Oil Filter .............................. .440
Oil Selection ........................ .439, 498
Overheating ........................... .423
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