radiator DODGE CHALLENGER 2020 User Guide

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE265
Disposal Of Used Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based 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 animals or
children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
coolant 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 adequate. With the engine
off and cold, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the
ranges indicated on the bottle.
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 engine coolant
(antifreeze). 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 additional 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 compart
-
ment. This is normally a result of moisture from
rain, snow, or high humidity accumulating on
the radiator and being vaporized when the ther -
mostat opens, allowing hot engine coolant (anti -
freeze) 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 (antifreeze) needs to be added, the
contents of the coolant expansion bottle
must also be protected against freezing.
If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) addi-
tions are required, the cooling system should
be pressure tested for leaks.
Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concen -
tration at a minimum of 50% OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032) and distilled
water for proper corrosion protection of your
engine which contains aluminum compo -
nents.
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 ther -
mostat. Other designs may result in unsatis -
factory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and
increased emissions.
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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 Tech -
nology (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, the
cooling system will need to be drained,
flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032), by an autho -
rized dealer 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.
CAUTION! (Continued)
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 recom -
mended.
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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 Tech -
nology (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, the
cooling system will need to be drained,
flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032), by an autho -
rized dealer 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.
CAUTION! (Continued)
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 recom -
mended.
CAUTION! (Continued)
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Automatic Transmission Limp
Home Mode
............................................ 28, 163AutoPark........................................................ 150Autostick Operation.................................................. 164Aux Mode....................................................... 350Axle Fluid........................... 299, 301, 302, 304Axle Lubrication................. 299, 301, 302, 304
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Back-Up......................................................... 186Battery.................................................... 84, 251Charging System Light................................. 84Keyless Key Fob Replacement.................... 14Location.................................................... 251Belts, Seat..................................................... 146Blind Spot Monitoring.................................... 100BluetoothConnect Or Disconnect Link Betweenthe Uconnect Phone And Mobile
Phone
................................................... 366Connecting To A Particular Mobile PhoneOr Audio Device After Pairing................361Bluetooth Mode............................................. 351Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 259B-Pillar Location............................................. 273Brake Assist System........................................ 94Brake Control System...................................... 94Brake Fluid...............266, 299, 301, 302, 304
Brake System...................................... 266, 291Fluid Check.......... 266, 299, 301, 302, 304Master Cylinder........................................ 266Parking..................................................... 154Warning Light.....................................83, 291Brake/Transmission Interlock...................... 160Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.... 152Brightness, Interior Lights................................ 44Bulb Replacement........................................ 204Bulbs, Light.......................................... 147, 204
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Camera, Rear................................................ 186Capacities, Fluid.................................. 297, 298Caps, FillerFuel.......................................................... 188Oil (Engine)...................................... 246, 254Radiator (Coolant Pressure)..................... 264Car Washes................................................... 288Carbon Monoxide Warning................... 145, 296CargoVehicle Loading........................................ 189Cellular Phone.............................................. 368Certification Label......................................... 189Chains, Tire.......................................... 284, 285Changing A Flat Tire...................................... 269Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 270
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............................92Checking Your Vehicle For Safety.................. 145Checks, Safety.............................................. 145Child Restraint.............................................. 130Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 133Child Seat Installation............................... 142How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt..... 139Infant And Child Restraints....................... 132Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children................................................ 135Older Children And Child Restraints.......... 132Seating Positions...................................... 134Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 294CleaningWheels...................................................... 283Climate Control................................................47Cold Weather Operation................................ 151Compact Spare Tire...................................... 281Contract, Service........................................... 377Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 264Cooling System............................................. 262Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 263Coolant Level................................... 262, 265Cooling Capacity.............................. 297, 298Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 26511

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382 Drain, Flush, And Refill
.............................. 263Inspection................................................. 265Points To Remember................................. 265Pressure Cap............................................. 264Radiator Cap............................................. 264Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)......263, 297, 298, 299, 302Corrosion Protection...................................... 287Cruise Control (Speed Control)............ 166, 169Cruise Light.............................................. 89, 90Customer Assistance..................................... 376Customer Programmable Features................306Cybersecurity................................................. 305
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Daytime Running Lights................................... 41Dealer Service............................................... 252Deck LidPower Release............................................ 58Defroster, Windshield.................................... 146Delay (Intermittent) Wipers.............................. 45Diagnostic System, Onboard........................... 91Dimmer SwitchHeadlight..................................................... 41DipsticksOil (Engine)................................................ 250Disabled Vehicle Towing................................ 232
DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)...................... 265Disturb.......................................................... 365Do Not Disturb.............................................. 373Door Ajar.......................................................... 86Door Ajar Light................................................. 86Door LocksAutomatic.................................................... 28Door Opener, Garage....................................... 59Doors............................................................... 24Driver’s Seat Back Tilt...................................... 29DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
.................................... 197
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Electric Brake Control System.......................... 94Anti-Lock Brake System............................... 93Electronic Roll Mitigation....................95, 100Electric Remote Mirrors................................... 39Electrical Power Outlets................................... 65Electronic Power Distribution Center
(Fuses).......................................................... 208Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)..... 167Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..................... 95Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light......... 85
Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck..................... 231Jacking............................................. 216, 269Jump Starting.................................. 226, 227Towing...................................................... 232Emission Control System Maintenance............92Engine............................... 246, 247, 248, 249Air Cleaner................................................ 255Block Heater............................................. 152Break-In Recommendations............ 152, 153Checking Oil Level.................................... 250Compartment......................... 246, 247, 249Compartment Identification............. 246, 248Coolant (Antifreeze)................ 262, 299, 302Cooling...................................................... 262Exhaust Gas Caution....................... 145, 296Fails To Start............................................. 152Flooded, Starting...................................... 152Fuel Requirements................................... 293Jump Starting.................................. 226, 227Oil........................ 252, 297, 298, 299, 302Oil Filler Cap.................................... 246, 254Oil Filter.................................................... 255Oil Selection............................ 252, 297, 298Oil Synthetic.............................................. 254Overheating.............................................. 229Starting............................................ 148, 149

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386 Power Brakes
....................................................... 291Deck Lid Release........................................ 58Distribution Center (Fuses)....................... 211Door Locks.................................................. 25Mirrors......................................................... 39Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)................ 65Seats........................................................... 31Steering..................................................... 166Sunroof....................................................... 55Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column............... 37Windows...................................................... 54Power SeatsForward....................................................... 31Lumbar........................................................ 31Rearward..................................................... 31Power Steering Fluid.......... 299, 301, 302, 304Pregnant Women And Seat Belts...................118Preparation For Jacking................................. 217PretensionersSeat Belts.................................................. 118Programmable Features................................ 306
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Radial Ply Tires.............................................. 277Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)............ 264RadioPresets...................................................... 343Radio Operation.................................. 341, 368
Rain Sensitive Wiper System........................... 46Rear Camera................................................. 186Rear ParkSense System............................... 181Rear Seats, Folding.......................................... 30Recreational Towing..................................... 197Reformulated Gasoline................................. 294Refrigerant.................................................... 257Release, Hood................................................. 57Reminder, Lights On........................................ 42Reminder, Seat Belt...................................... 114Remote Keyless EntryArm The Alarm............................................. 23Panic Alarm................................................. 14Programming Additional Key Fobs........ 16, 22Unlatch The Trunk....................................... 14Remote StartingExit Remote Start Mode.............................. 20Uconnect Customer ProgrammableFeatures.........................................21, 317Uconnect Settings..............................21, 317Remote Trunk Release.................................... 58Replacement Bulbs...................................... 204Replacement Keys.................................... 16, 22Replacement Tires........................................ 279Reporting Safety Defects.............................. 378Restraints, Child........................................... 130Restraints, Head....................................... 34, 35Rocking Vehicle When Stuck........................ 231Rotation, Tires.............................................. 285
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Safety Checks Inside Vehicle........................ 146Safety Checks Outside Vehicle...................... 147Safety Defects, Reporting............................. 378Safety Information, Tire................................. 269Safety Tips.................................................... 145Safety, Exhaust Gas...................................... 145Schedule, Maintenance....................... 234, 239Seat Belt Reminder..........................................83Seat Belts............................................ 112, 146Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)........... 119Child Restraints........................................ 130Energy Management Feature................... 119Extender................................................... 118Front Seat............................... 112, 115, 116Inspection................................................. 146Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.................... 116Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting................... 117Lap/Shoulder Belts................................... 115Operating Instructions.............................. 116Pregnant Women...................................... 118Pretensioners........................................... 118Rear Seat.................................................. 115Reminder.................................................. 114Seat Belt Extender.................................... 118Seat Belt Pretensioner.............................. 118Untwisting Procedure................................ 117Seat Belts Maintenance................................ 289

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