2012 DODGE CHARGER SRT radiator

Disposal Of Used Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it
to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child
or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up
any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool-
ant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the
engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant
bottle need only be checked once a month.
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles
(kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
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Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it
to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child
or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up
any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool-
ant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the
engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant
bottle need only be checked once a month.
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles
(kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
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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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CAUTION!
•When installing the integrated power module
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the integrated power
module and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
1 — — Fuse – Spare
2 40 Amp
Green— Radiator Fan #1
3 50 Amp
Red— Power Steering #1
4 30 Amp
Pink— Starter
5 40 Amp
Green— Anti-Lock Brakes
6 — — Fuse – Spare
7 — — Fuse – Spare
8 — — Fuse – Spare
9 — 20 Amp
YellowAll-Wheel Drive
Module – If Equipped
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•When installing the integrated power module
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the integrated power
module and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
1 — — Fuse – Spare
2 40 Amp
Green— Radiator Fan #1
3 50 Amp
Red— Power Steering #1
4 30 Amp
Pink— Starter
5 40 Amp
Green— Anti-Lock Brakes
6 — — Fuse – Spare
7 — — Fuse – Spare
8 — — Fuse – Spare
9 — 20 Amp
YellowAll-Wheel Drive
Module – If Equipped
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
10 — 10 Amp
RedSecurity
11 — 20 Amp
YellowHorns
12 — 10 Amp
RedAir Conditioning
Clutch
13 — — Fuse – Spare
14 — 25 Amp
NaturalAnti-Lock Brakes
15 — 25 Amp
NaturalTransmission
16 — — Fuse – Spare
18 50 Amp
Red— Radiator Fan #2Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
19 50 Amp
Red— Power Steering #2
20 30 Amp
Pink— Wiper Motor
21 30 Amp
Pink— Headlamp Washers
22 — — Fuse – Spare
23 — — Fuse – Spare
24 — — Fuse – Spare
28 — 25 Amp
NaturalFuel Pump
29 — 15 Amp
BlueTransmission/Shifter
30 — — Fuse – Spare
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FuseMini-
FuseDescription
10 — 10 Amp
RedSecurity
11 — 20 Amp
YellowHorns
12 — 10 Amp
RedAir Conditioning
Clutch
13 — — Fuse – Spare
14 — 25 Amp
NaturalAnti-Lock Brakes
15 — 25 Amp
NaturalTransmission
16 — — Fuse – Spare
18 50 Amp
Red— Radiator Fan #2Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
19 50 Amp
Red— Power Steering #2
20 30 Amp
Pink— Wiper Motor
21 30 Amp
Pink— Headlamp Washers
22 — — Fuse – Spare
23 — — Fuse – Spare
24 — — Fuse – Spare
28 — 25 Amp
NaturalFuel Pump
29 — 15 Amp
BlueTransmission/Shifter
30 — — Fuse – Spare
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Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 193
Bulb Replacement.....................486,487
Bulbs, Light..........................86,486
Camera, Rear........................... 239
Capacities, Fluid........................ 490
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)........................ 451
Power Steering...................... 367
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............. 465
Car Washes............................ 473
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............83,414
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 418
Cellular Phone.......................... 329
Certification Label....................... 418
Chains, Tire............................ 400
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 383
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light).............274,446Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 82
Checks, Safety........................... 82
Child Restraint....................70,72,76,79
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............74,76
Child Safety Locks........................ 31
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 411
Cleaning
Wheels............................ 474
Windshield Wiper Blades............... 458
Climate Control......................... 329
Coin Holder........................... 262
Cold Weather Operation................... 350
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 328
Compact Spare Tire...................... 395
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 292
Connector
UCI .............................. 326
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)....... 326
Conserving Fuel........................ 290
524 INDEX
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Bulb Replacement.....................486,487
Bulbs, Light..........................86,486
Camera, Rear........................... 239
Capacities, Fluid........................ 490
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)........................ 451
Power Steering...................... 367
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............. 465
Car Washes............................ 473
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............83,414
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 418
Cellular Phone.......................... 329
Certification Label....................... 418
Chains, Tire............................ 400
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 383
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light).............274,446Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 82
Checks, Safety........................... 82
Child Restraint....................70,72,76,79
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............74,76
Child Safety Locks........................ 31
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 411
Cleaning
Wheels............................ 474
Windshield Wiper Blades............... 458
Climate Control......................... 329
Coin Holder........................... 262
Cold Weather Operation................... 350
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 328
Compact Spare Tire...................... 395
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 292
Connector
UCI .............................. 326
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)....... 326
Conserving Fuel........................ 290
524 INDEX
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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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Steering........................... 367
Sunroof........................... 251
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......... 199
Windows........................... 36
Power Steering Fluid..................... 492
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 53
Pretensioners
Seat Belts........................... 51
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 394
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 465
Radio Operation........................ 329
Rain Sensitive Wiper System................ 197
Rear Camera........................... 239
Rear Cupholder......................... 260
Rear Park Sense System................... 231
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 178Rear Window Defroster................... 265
Rear Window Features.................... 265
Rearview Mirrors........................ 94
Recorder, Event Data...................... 69
Recreational Towing...................... 420
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 411
Refrigerant............................ 455
Release, Hood.......................... 184
Reminder, Lights On..................... 188
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 51
Remote Control
Starting System....................... 25
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 326
Remote Starting System.................... 25
Remote Trunk Release..................... 39
Replacement Bulbs....................... 486
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 448
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Sunroof........................... 251
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......... 199
Windows........................... 36
Power Steering Fluid..................... 492
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 53
Pretensioners
Seat Belts........................... 51
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 394
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 465
Radio Operation........................ 329
Rain Sensitive Wiper System................ 197
Rear Camera........................... 239
Rear Cupholder......................... 260
Rear Park Sense System................... 231
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 178Rear Window Defroster................... 265
Rear Window Features.................... 265
Rearview Mirrors........................ 94
Recorder, Event Data...................... 69
Recreational Towing...................... 420
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 411
Refrigerant............................ 455
Release, Hood.......................... 184
Reminder, Lights On..................... 188
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 51
Remote Control
Starting System....................... 25
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 326
Remote Starting System.................... 25
Remote Trunk Release..................... 39
Replacement Bulbs....................... 486
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 448
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