2012 CHRYSLER 200 spark

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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
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. —
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid + 4 or MOPAR® 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)
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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 necessary. XXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the air conditioning filter. XXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. XXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X XXXX
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for
cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper
looseness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X X X
Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engines) X X X
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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Instrument ClusterIndicators .................7
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights .....66
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) .....89
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....19
Introduction .................2
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control .........52
Bluetooth Streaming Audio .......58
Jack Location ...............71
Jack Operation ............. 71,72
Jacking Instructions ............72
Jump Starting ...............76
KeyFob...................8
Key Fob Programmable Features .....59
Lane Change Assist ............18
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) .................11
LightBulbs ................92
Lights Airbag .................69
Anti-Lock ................69
Brake Warning .............68
Charging System ............68
Electronic Throttle Control Warning . . 69
Engine Temperature Warning ......67
Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine) .............68
Oil Pressure ...............68
Transmission Warning ..........69
TurnSignal ...............18
Maintenance Record ...........88
Maintenance Schedule ...........87
Media Center Radio ..........26,28
Mirrors Heated ................ 21,22
MOPAR® Accessories ...........95
Navigation ............... 36,46
New Vehicle Break-In Period ........17
Oil Change Indicator ...........69 Oil, Engine
Capacity ................85
Outlet Power ..................63
Overheating, Engine ...........70
Panic Alarm .................8
Phone (Pairing) ..............54
Phone (Uconnect) .............53
Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . . 91
Power Glass Sunroof ..............22
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . . 63
Seats ..................13
Steering .................85
Preparation for Jacking ...........71
Programmable Electronic Features .....59
Radio Operation ............ 30,39
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ........19
Rear Seat, Folding .............14
Recreational Towing ............65
Remote Starting System ..........8
Replacement Bulbs ............92
R

eporting Safety Defects .........94
Restraints, Child ..............11
Seat Belts ..................9
Seats ....................13
Adjustment ...............13
Heated .................15
Power ..................13
Rear Folding ..............14
Seek Button ............... 27,29
Setting the Clock .........26,28,31,39
Shift Lever Override ............78
Short Message Service (SMS) .......57
Signals, Turn ................18
SIRIUSTravelLink .............51
SpareTire .................71
Spark Plugs ................85
Speed Control Accel/Decel ..............20
Cancel .................20
Resume .................20
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......19
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