cooling DODGE DART 2014 PF / 1.G User Guide

▫Exhaust System ..................... .575
▫ Cooling System ..................... .578
▫ Brake System ........................583
▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped .....586
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped .......588
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion .......................... .589
 FUSES ............................. .595
▫ Interior Fuses ........................596
▫ Underhood Fuses ..................... .598
▫ Body Control Module (BCM) Fuses .........601
VEHICLE STORAGE ....................603
 REPLACEMENT BULBS .................603
 BULB REPLACEMENT ..................604
▫ Headlamps ..........................604
▫ Backup Lamps ........................605
▫ License Lamp ........................607
 FLUID CAPACITIES ....................608

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS . .609
▫ Engine ............................ .609
▫ Chassis ............................611
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Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
• You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not 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.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or
rusty in appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently
spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the
face of the condenser.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
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-12106).
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
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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 your
local authorized dealer.
Selection Of Coolant
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine
damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool-
ant is different and should not be mixed with
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CAUTION! (Continued)
Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat-
ible” 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-12106), by an
authorized 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.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze).
Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) is not recommended.
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Adding Coolant
Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine
coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS-12106) that
allows extended maintenance intervals. This engine cool-
ant (antifreeze) can be used up to ten years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To pre-
vent reducing this extended maintenance period, it is
important that you use the same engine coolant (OAT
coolant conforming to MS-12106) throughout the life of
your vehicle.
Please review these recommendations for using Organic
Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze)
that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-12106. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•We recommend using MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive
Technology) that meets the requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard MS-12106. •
Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant
that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concen-
trations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below
34° 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.
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.
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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 your
local authorized dealer.
• Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom-
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency,
have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with
OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as
possible.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze). 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
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 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 engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to
MS-12106) and distilled water for proper corrosion pro-
tection of your engine which contains aluminum com-
ponents.
• 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 emis-
sions.
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
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
Fuel (1.4L Engines) 13.2 Gallons50 Liters
Fuel (2.0L/2.4L Engines) 14.2 Gallons54 Liters
Fuel (2.4L GT models only) 15.8 Gallons60 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
1.4L Turbo Engine (SAE 5W-40 Synthetic, API Certified) 4 Quarts3.8 Liters
2.0L Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5 Quarts4.7 Liters
2.4L Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5.5 Quarts5.2 Liters
Cooling System*
1.4L Turbo Engine (MOPAR® OAT Antifreeze/Engine
Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 7.2 Quarts
6.8 Liters
2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR® OAT Antifreeze/Engine
Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 7.2 Quarts
6.8 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By OilChange Indicator System:
•Change engine oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•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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Clock................................. .367
Clutch .................................584
Clutch Fluid ............................ .584
Coin Holder ............................ .292
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............389
Compact Disc (CD) Player ...................379
Compact Spare Tire ........................475
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .328
Connector UCI................................ .380
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........380
Console, Floor .......................... .292
Console, Overhead ........................272
Contract, Service ..........................625
Coolant (Antifreeze) .......................608
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........581
Cooling System .......................... .578
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............580
Coolant Level ..........................578 Disposal of Used Coolant
.................582
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................578
Inspection ............................582
Points to Remember .....................582
Pressure Cap ..........................581
Radiator Cap ..........................581
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............579
Corrosion Protection .......................589
Cruise Light ............................ .320
Cupholders ............................ .290
Customer Assistance .......................623
Data Recorder, Event .......................83
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............244
Daytime Running Lights ....................239
Dealer Service ............................563
Deck Lid, Emergency Release .................47
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................45
Defr oster

, Rear Window .....................300
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Hazard Warning Flasher..................519
Jacking ...............................532
Jump Starting ..........................543
Overheating .......................... .519
Towing ............................. .551
Emergency Trunk Release ....................47
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........561
Engine .................................558
Air Cleaner .......................... .567
Block Heater ..........................414
Break-In Recommendations ................106
Checking Oil Level ..................... .564
Compartment ..........................557
Cooling ............................. .578
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................108
Fuel Requirements ..................... .492
Jump Starting ..........................543
Oil..................................564
Oil Filler Cap ..........................558 Oil Selection
.......................... .565
Overheating .......................... .519
Temperature Gauge ..................... .310
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............80
Entry System, Illuminated ....................23
Ethanol ............................... .493
Event Data Recorder ........................83
Exhaust Gas Caution .......................108
Exhaust System .......................... .108
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................121
Exterior Lighting ..........................235
Exterior Lights ...........................111
Filler Location Fuel ........................316
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .567
Air Conditioning .......................404
Automatic Transmission ..................588
Engine Oil ............................567
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