cooling DODGE CHARGER SRT 2012 7.G User Guide

Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a
considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a
reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough
rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly
dispose of the old engine coolant (antifreeze) solution.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Selection Of Coolant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine cool-
ant (antifreeze). Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may
result in engine damage and may decrease corro-
sion protection. If a non-HOAT engine coolant
(antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system
in an emergency, it should be replaced with the
specified engine coolant (antifreeze) as soon as
possible.
•Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi-
tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they
may not be compatible with the radiator engine
coolant (antifreeze) and may plug the radiator.
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If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a
considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a
reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough
rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly
dispose of the old engine coolant (antifreeze) solution.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Selection Of Coolant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine cool-
ant (antifreeze). Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may
result in engine damage and may decrease corro-
sion protection. If a non-HOAT engine coolant
(antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system
in an emergency, it should be replaced with the
specified engine coolant (antifreeze) as soon as
possible.
•Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi-
tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they
may not be compatible with the radiator engine
coolant (antifreeze) and may plug the radiator.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
Adding Coolant
Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine
coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance
intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up
to five years or 104,000 miles (169 000 km) before
replacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte-
nance period, it is important that you use the same
engine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your
vehicle.Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant
(antifreeze). When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or
equivalent.
•Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant
and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to
exceed 70%) if temperatures below34°F (37°C) are
anticipated.
•Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant
(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system.
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•This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
Adding Coolant
Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine
coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance
intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up
to five years or 104,000 miles (169 000 km) before
replacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte-
nance period, it is important that you use the same
engine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your
vehicle.Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant
(antifreeze). When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or
equivalent.
•Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant
and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to
exceed 70%) if temperatures below34°F (37°C) are
anticipated.
•Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant
(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system.
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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 engine coolant (antifreeze) types will
decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and
will require more frequent coolant changes.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of
coolant, 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 pre-
caution. 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
pressure cap while the system is hot or under
pressure.
•Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
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tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE:Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will
decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and
will require more frequent coolant changes.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of
coolant, 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 pre-
caution. 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
pressure cap while the system is hot or under
pressure.
•Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
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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 recovery bottle.
•Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the
radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If engine
coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, contents of
coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against
freezing.
•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle
does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling
system should be pressure tested for leaks.
•Maintain coolant concentration at 50% HOAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) (minimum) and distilled water for
proper corrosion protection of your engine, which
contains aluminum components.
•Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery
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 coolant performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.7
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evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle.
•Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the
radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If engine
coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, contents of
coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against
freezing.
•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle
does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling
system should be pressure tested for leaks.
•Maintain coolant concentration at 50% HOAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) (minimum) and distilled water for
proper corrosion protection of your engine, which
contains aluminum components.
•Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery
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 coolant performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.7
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)19 Gallons 72 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
6.4 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-40, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Cooling System *
6.4 Liter Engine (MOPARAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent)15.2 Quarts 14.4 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)19 Gallons 72 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
6.4 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-40, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Cooling System *
6.4 Liter Engine (MOPARAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent)15.2 Quarts 14.4 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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Console, Floor.......................... 262
Console, Overhead....................... 241
Contract, Service........................ 515
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 465
Cooling System......................... 462
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 464
Coolant Capacity..................... 490
Coolant Level....................462,466
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 466
Drain, Flush, and Refill................ 463
Inspection.......................... 466
Points to Remember.................. 466
Pressure Cap........................ 465
Radiator Cap....................... 465
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)....463,490,491
Corrosion Protection..................... 472
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 207
Cupholders.........................258,477
Customer Assistance..................... 513Data Recorder, Event...................... 69
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights........... 194
Daytime Running Lights................... 188
Dealer Service.......................... 448
Deck Lid, Emergency Release................ 41
Deck Lid, Power Release................... 39
Defroster, Rear Window................... 265
Defroster, Windshield...................84,335
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 195
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 446
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 190
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine)........................ 449
Power Steering...................... 367
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 440
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 466
Engine Oil......................... 451
Door Locks............................. 28
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Console, Overhead....................... 241
Contract, Service........................ 515
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 465
Cooling System......................... 462
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 464
Coolant Capacity..................... 490
Coolant Level....................462,466
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 466
Drain, Flush, and Refill................ 463
Inspection.......................... 466
Points to Remember.................. 466
Pressure Cap........................ 465
Radiator Cap....................... 465
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)....463,490,491
Corrosion Protection..................... 472
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 207
Cupholders.........................258,477
Customer Assistance..................... 513Data Recorder, Event...................... 69
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights........... 194
Daytime Running Lights................... 188
Dealer Service.......................... 448
Deck Lid, Emergency Release................ 41
Deck Lid, Power Release................... 39
Defroster, Rear Window................... 265
Defroster, Windshield...................84,335
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 195
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 446
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 190
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine)........................ 449
Power Steering...................... 367
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 440
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 466
Engine Oil......................... 451
Door Locks............................. 28
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Door Locks, Automatic.................... 30
Door Opener, Garage..................... 242
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 363
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water...................... 364
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy.... 290
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 265
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 97
Electrical Power Outlets................... 254
Electronic Brake Control System............. 373
Anti-Lock Brake System................ 373
Brake Assist System................... 374
Traction Control System................ 373
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses).... 477
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)....204,207
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 375Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC).......................239,281
Emergency Deck Lid Release................ 41
Emergency Trunk Release................... 41
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 437
Hazard Warning Flasher............... 422
Jump Starting....................... 433
Overheating........................ 422
Towing............................ 440
Emission Control System Maintenance......... 446
Engine............................... 445
Air Cleaner......................... 452
Block Heater........................ 351
Break-In Recommendations.............. 81
Checking Oil Level................... 449
Compartment....................... 445
Coolant (Antifreeze)................462,491
Cooling........................... 462
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Door Opener, Garage..................... 242
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 363
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water...................... 364
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy.... 290
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 265
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 97
Electrical Power Outlets................... 254
Electronic Brake Control System............. 373
Anti-Lock Brake System................ 373
Brake Assist System................... 374
Traction Control System................ 373
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses).... 477
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)....204,207
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 375Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC).......................239,281
Emergency Deck Lid Release................ 41
Emergency Trunk Release................... 41
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 437
Hazard Warning Flasher............... 422
Jump Starting....................... 433
Overheating........................ 422
Towing............................ 440
Emission Control System Maintenance......... 446
Engine............................... 445
Air Cleaner......................... 452
Block Heater........................ 351
Break-In Recommendations.............. 81
Checking Oil Level................... 449
Compartment....................... 445
Coolant (Antifreeze)................462,491
Cooling........................... 462
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Fluid Capacities......................... 490
Fluid Leaks............................. 86
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................ 471
Brake............................. 468
Cooling System...................... 462
Engine Oil......................... 449
Power Steering...................... 367
Fluid, Brake........................... 492
Fluids................................ 491
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 491
Fog Lights..........................188,271
Folding Rear Seat........................ 178
Forward Collision Warning..............228,285
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 437
Fuel................................. 410
Additives.......................... 413
Clean Air.......................... 411
Conserving......................... 290Ethanol............................ 411
Filler Door (Gas Cap).................. 275
Gasoline........................... 410
Gauge............................ 275
Light............................. 286
Materials Added..................... 413
Methanol.......................... 411
Octane Rating....................410,491
Requirements....................... 410
Saver Mode........................ 290
Specifications....................... 491
Tank Capacity....................... 490
Fuel Optimizer......................... 290
Fuel Saver............................. 290
Fuses................................ 477
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)........... 242
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 410
Conserving......................... 290
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Fluid Leaks............................. 86
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................ 471
Brake............................. 468
Cooling System...................... 462
Engine Oil......................... 449
Power Steering...................... 367
Fluid, Brake........................... 492
Fluids................................ 491
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 491
Fog Lights..........................188,271
Folding Rear Seat........................ 178
Forward Collision Warning..............228,285
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 437
Fuel................................. 410
Additives.......................... 413
Clean Air.......................... 411
Conserving......................... 290Ethanol............................ 411
Filler Door (Gas Cap).................. 275
Gasoline........................... 410
Gauge............................ 275
Light............................. 286
Materials Added..................... 413
Methanol.......................... 411
Octane Rating....................410,491
Requirements....................... 410
Saver Mode........................ 290
Specifications....................... 491
Tank Capacity....................... 490
Fuel Optimizer......................... 290
Fuel Saver............................. 290
Fuses................................ 477
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)........... 242
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 410
Conserving......................... 290
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