2012 CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE engine

WARNING!
• Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode andcause personal injury.
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery.
• Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result.
• Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion.
• Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-)of the discharged battery. The
resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal
injury.
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
• If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:
• To access the shift lever override, remove the cupholder liner.
• Firmly set the parking brake.
• Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position without starting the engine.
• Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
• Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the override tab through the access port on the center console.
• Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
• The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
• Reinstall the override cover.
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FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
• If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rockingmotion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
Then move the shift lever back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE. Using minimal
accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, is
most effective.
NOTE:To improve the vehicle's traction when starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it
may be desirable to switch the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) to “Partial Off ” mode by
momentarily pressing the ESC Off
switch. For further information on ESC, refer to the
Owner's Manual on the DVD.
CAUTION!
• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between REVERSE and DRIVE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h)
while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your
vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) when you are stuck. Do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT2.4L Engine
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3.6L Engine
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
PartCapacities
Engine Coolant 2.4L MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,000 Mile
Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology)
or equivalent.7.7 Quarts (7.3 Liters) Includes
heater and coolant recovery
bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Coolant 3.6L MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant Five Year/100,000 Mile
Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology)
or equivalent.11.6 Quarts (11 Liters) Includes
heater and coolant recovery
bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the
requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard MS-6395.
Refer to the engine oil filler
cap for correct SAE grade.4.5 Quarts (4.4 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L API Certified SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting Chrysler
Material Standard MS-6395.
Refer to your engine oil filler
cap for correct SAE grade.6 Quarts (5.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 2.4L & 3.6L MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter or equivalent. —
Spark Plugs 2.4L except PZEV ZFR5F-11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.11 mm]) —
Spark Plugs 2.4L with PZEV ZFR5AP (Gap 0.031 in [0.8 mm]) —
Spark Plugs 3.6L RER8ZWYCB4 (Gap 0.043 in
[1.1 mm]) —
Automatic Transmission –
Four-Speed MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4®
product. —
Automatic Transmission –
Six-Speed (62TE Only) MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4®
product. —
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or
equivalent. If DOT 3 is not
available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable. Use only
recommended brake fluids. —
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
PartCapacities
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid+4orMOPAR®ATF+4®
Automatic Transmission Fluid
or equivalent licensed ATF+4®
product. —
Fuel Selection – All Engines
(except 2.4L PZEV) 87 Octane
16.9 Gallons (64 Liters)
(Approximate)
Fuel Selection 2.4L PZEV 87 Octane 18.5 Gallons (70 Liters)
(Approximate)
E-85 Flexible Fuel – 3.6L Engine Only
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles: 8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers: 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it
occurs before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road
conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if neces-
sary. XXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the air conditioning filter. XXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. XXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. XXXXX
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for
cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper loose-
ness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. XXX
Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engines) XXX
Replace the spark plugs (2.4L PZEV Engines Only) X
Replace the spark plugs (3.6L Engines) X
Adjust parking brake on all vehicles equipped with four wheel
disc brakes. XXX
Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter if using your
vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or
104,000 miles (169,000 km) whichever comes first. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 104,000 miles
(169,000 km) or 60 months whichever comes first. X
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for the complete maintenance schedule.
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FUSES
Integrated Power Module
• The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment near the aircleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A label that
identifies each component may be printed on the inside of the cover.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description
1 40 Amp Green — Power Top Module – If Equipped
2 — 20 Amp Yellow Brake Vacuum Pump
3 — 10 Amp Red Center High Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL)/Brake Switch
4 — 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch
5 — 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow – If Equipped
6 — 10 Amp Red Power Mirror Switch/Climate Controls
7 — 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 1
8 — 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 2
9 40 Amp Green Battery Feed – Power Seats – If
Equipped
10 — 20 Amp Yellow Instrument Panel/Power Locks/Interior
Lights
11 — 15 Amp Lt Blue Selectable Power Outlet (Inside Center
Arm Rest)
12 — 20 Amp Yellow —
13 — 20 Amp Yellow Ignition/Cigar Lighter
14 — 10 Amp Red Instrument Panel
15 40 Amp Green — Radiator Fan Relay
16 —15 Amp Lt. Blue Sunroof – If Equipped
17 — 10 Amp Red Wireless Control Module
(WCM)/Clock/Steering Control
Module (SCM)
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