2012 CHRYSLER 200 wipers

hood latching components to ensure proper function.
When performing other underhood services, the hood
latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be
cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the
lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non-abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent. This
will remove accumulations of salt, waxes, or road film
and help reduce streaking and smearing. Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Make sure that they are not frozen to the
glass before turning them on to avoid damaging the
blade.
Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum
products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as
necessary.
424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 430
Cooling System ......................... 428
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 429
Coolant Capacity ..................... 455
Coolant Level .................... 428,431
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 431
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 428
Inspection .......................... 431
Points to Remember .................. 432
Pressure Cap ........................ 430
Radiator Cap ....................... 430
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ....429,455,456
Corrosion Protection ..................... 438
Crankcase Ventilation Module ............... 20
Cruise Light ........................... 201
Cupholders ...................... 147,180,444
Customer Assistance ..................... 477
Customer Programmable Features ............ 219Data Recorder, Event
...................... 71
Daytime Running Lights ................... 153
Dealer Service .......................... 414
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 38
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 186
Defroster, Windshield ................87,277,283
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ...............30,157
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 411
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 152
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission .............437,438
Oil (Engine) ........................ 415
Power Steering ...................... 321
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 404
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 431
Engine Oil ......................... 418
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 32
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 164
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INDEX 489

GaugesCoolant Temperature .................. 194
Fuel .............................. 194
Odometer .......................... 198
Tachometer ......................... 198
Gear Ranges ........................ 300,308
Gear Select Lever Override ................. 403
General Information ................. 18,130,360
General Maintenance ..................... 414
Glass Cleaning .......................... 443
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...............372,374
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............372,373
GVWR ............................... 372
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) ............. 100
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 317
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 386 Head Restraints
......................... 141
Headlights ............................ 450
Bulb Replacement .................... 450
Cleaning ........................... 441
High Beam ...................... 152,207
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...... 152
On With Wipers ..................... 159
Passing ............................ 153
Replacing .......................... 450
Switch ............................ 150
Heated Seats ........................... 137
Heater ............................... 275
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 297
Hitches Trailer Towing ....................... 375
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . 164
Hood Prop ............................ 148
Hood Release .......................... 148
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INDEX 493

Ignition............................... 12
Key ............................... 12
Lock .............................. 12
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint ........................ 72,73
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 209
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 96
Instrument Cluster .................... 193,194
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 192
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 442
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 443
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 444
Interior Appearance Care .................. 442
Interior Lights .......................... 155
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 157
Introduction ............................. 4 Jack Location
........................... 388
Jack Operation ....................... 388,390
Jacking Instructions ...................... 390
Jump Starting .......................... 398
Key-In Reminder ......................... 15
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Keyless Entry System ...................... 21
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) ................ 21
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 58
Lane Change and Turn Signals ...........202,453
Lane Change Assist ...................... 152
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 44
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ....... 79
494 INDEX

Latches................................ 89
Hood ............................. 148
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 360
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 89
Life of Tires ............................ 348
Light Bulbs .......................... 89,449
Lights .............................. 89,149
Airbag .................... 65,66,71,87,195
Back-Up ........................... 453
Brake Assist Warning .................. 331
Brake Warning ...................... 197
Bulb Replacement .................... 450
Daytime Running .................... 153
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 331
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 196
Exterior ............................ 89
Fog ......................... 153,202,452
Headlight Switch ..................... 150
Headlights ......................... 150 Headlights On With Wipers
............. 159
High Beam Indicator .................. 207
Illuminated Entry ..................... 20
Instrument Cluster ................... 150
Interior ............................ 155
License ............................ 454
Lights On Reminder .................. 154
Low Fuel .......................... 195
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 205
Map Reading ....................... 155
Oil Pressure ........................ 196
Passing ............................ 153
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 195
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............. 19
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 202
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .......204,352
Traction Control ..................... 331
Turn Signal .............. 89,152,202,452,453
Voltage ............................ 195
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INDEX 495

WasherAdding Fluid ....................... 425
Washers, Windshield ................ 156,158,425
Washing Vehicle ......................... 439
Water Driving Through ..................... 317
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 441
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 441
Wind Buffeting ....................... 38,175
Window Fogging ........................ 286 Windows
.............................. 35
Power ............................. 35
Windshield Defroster ................87,277,283
Windshield Washers ................... 156,158
Fluid ............................. 425
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 424
Windshield Wipers ....................... 156
Wiper Blade Replacement .................. 424
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 157
504 INDEX