engine overheat DODGE CHALLENGER 2011 3.G User Guide

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 bottle.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the
cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the
engine is overheated. 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 pres-
sure cap while the system is hot or under pressure.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers 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 bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the engine coolant (antifreeze) level is
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405

DipsticksOil (Engine) ........................ 390
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 376
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 405
Engine Oil ......................... 393
Door Locks ............................. 30
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 32
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 153
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 273
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 274
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .... 193
E-85 Fuel ............................. 326
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 91
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 162
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 284Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
.... 421
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 149
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 287
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...... 177
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 188
Emergency Deck Lid Release ................ 41
Emergency Trunk Release ................... 41
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............. 374
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 349
Jacking ............................ 360
Jump Starting ....................... 370
Overheating ........................ 349
Towing ............................ 376
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 387
Engine ............................... 385
Air Cleaner ......................... 393
Block Heater ........................ 259
Break-In Recommendations .............. 79
470 INDEX

Checking Oil Level................... 390
Compartment .................... 384,385
Compartment Identification ............. 384
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ 402,434
Cooling ........................... 402
Exhaust Gas Caution ................80,325
Fails to Start ........................ 258
Flooded, Starting ..................... 258
Fuel Requirements .................... 321
Jump Starting ....................... 370
Oil ......................... 390,433,434
Oil Change Interval ................ 182,391
Oil Filler Cap ....................... 392
Oil Filter ........................... 393
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 393
Oil Selection ..................... 391,433
Oil Synthetic ........................ 393
Overheating ........................ 349
Starting ........................... 252 Temperature Gauge
................... 177
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 392
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 392
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 66
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 322
Event Data Recorder ...................... 69
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 80,325
Exhaust System ....................... 80,399
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 91
Exterior Lighting ........................ 139
Exterior Lights .......................... 84
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 330
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 393
Air Conditioning ..................... 245
Engine Oil ....................... 393,434
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 393
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INDEX 471

Overheating, Engine................... 178,349
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,461
Paint Care ............................. 412
Panic Alarm ............................ 25
Parking Brake .......................... 278
Passing Light ........................... 144
Personal Settings ........................ 199
Pets .................................. 79
Phone, Cellular .......................... 94
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) .............. 94
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 296
Power Brakes ............................ 281
Deck Lid Release ..................... 40
Distribution Center (Fuses) .............. 421
Door Locks ......................... 31
Mirrors ............................ 91
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ........ 162Seats
............................. 128
Steering ........................... 277
Sunroof ........................... 159
Windows ........................... 38
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 435
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 55
Preparation for Jacking .................... 363
Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... 53
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 199
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 21
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 303
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......... 405
Radio Operation ........................ 238
Radio Remote Controls .................... 236
Rear Cupholder ......................... 167
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 136
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INDEX 479