2013 CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE check engine light

•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
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately
if the brake system warning light indicates system fail-
ure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-
forming underhood services.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone otherthan your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
•Check windshield washer fluid level
•Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission as
needed
•Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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Automatic Transmission....................305
Adding Fluid.........................451
Fluid and Filter Changes.................453
Fluid Level Check......................451
Fluid Type...........................449
Gear Ranges..........................308
Special Additives.......................450
Autostick...............................322
Auto Unlock, Doors........................33
Battery.................................433
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........26
Location.............................433
Belts, Seat...............................43
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................437
B-Pillar Location..........................345
Brake Assist System.......................335
Brake, Parking...........................328
Brake System............................447Anti-Lock (ABS).......................331
Fluid Check...........................447
Master Cylinder........................447
Parking..............................328
Warning Light.........................223
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................307
Bulb Replacement.........................469
Bulbs, Light..............................95
Calibration, Compass......................242
Capacities, Fluid..........................475
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................379
Oil (Engine)..........................423
Power Steering........................327
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...............444
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................91
Car Washes.............................454
Cellular Phone...........................129
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INDEX 499

Certification Label.........................382
Chains, Tire.............................360
Changing A Flat Tire.......................400
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................341
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .426
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety...............91
Checks, Safety............................91
Child Restraint............................69
Cigar Lighter............................205
Clean Air Gasoline........................371
Cleaning
Wheels..............................456
Climate Control..........................285
Clock..................................249
Cold Weather Operation....................304
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance..............284
Compact Spare Tire........................355
Compass...............................235
Compass Calibration.......................242Compass Variance.........................243
Computer, Trip/Travel......................241
Connector
UCI ................................276
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI).........276
Console................................208
Console, Floor...........................208
Contract, Service..........................491
Convertible.............................101
Convertible Top..........................101
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........444
Cooling System...........................441
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............443
Coolant Capacity.......................475
Coolant Level.........................442
Disposal of Used Coolant.................445
Drain, Flush, and Refill..................442
Inspection............................445
Points to Remember
.....................446
500 INDEX

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............336
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......236
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking..............................400
Jump Starting.........................410
Towing..............................417
Emission Control System Maintenance..........426
Engine.................................423
Air Cleaner...........................432
Block Heater..........................304
Break-In Recommendations................90
Checking Oil Level.....................429
Compartment.........................424
Compartment Identification...............424
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................442
Cooling..............................441
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................91
Fuel Requirements......................370
Jump Starting.........................410Oil .................................429
Oil Change Interval.....................227
Oil Filler Cap.........................423
Oil Selection..........................430
Oil Synthetic..........................431
Overheating..........................398
Starting..............................303
Temperature Gauge.....................220
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................431
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................431
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............64
Entry System, Illuminated....................21
Ethanol................................371
Event Data Recorder........................68
Exhaust Gas Caution........................91
Exhaust System...........................91
Extender, Seat Belt.........................56
Exterior Lights............................95
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Fabric Care..............................457
Filler Location Fuel........................220
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................432
Air Conditioning.......................297
Automatic Transmission..................453
Engine Oil............................432
Engine Oil Disposal.....................432
Flashers................................398
Hazard Warning.......................398
Turn Signal............................95
Flash-To-Pass............................181
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................378
Engine Oil............................377
Fuel Requirements......................375
Maintenance..........................378
Replacement Parts......................378
Starting..............................378Fluid Capacities..........................475
Fluid Leaks..............................95
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..................451
Brake...............................447
Cooling System........................442
Engine Oil............................429
Power Steering........................327
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........476
Fog Lights..............................181
Fog Light Service.........................472
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................415
Fuel...................................370
Adding..............................379
Additives............................373
Clean Air............................371
Ethanol..............................371
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
....................220
Filler Door (Gas Cap)....................220
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Headlight Switch.......................178
High Beam...........................180
High Beam Indicator....................234
High Beam/Low Beam Select..............180
Illuminated Entry.......................21
Instrument Cluster......................178
Interior..............................183
License..............................474
Lights On Reminder.....................179
Low Fuel............................221
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........233
Map Reading..........................183
Oil Pressure..........................222
Passing..............................181
Seat Belt Reminder......................222
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...............19
Service..............................470
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)..............229
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............231Traction Control........................338
Turn Signal............................95
Voltage..............................221
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description).....220
Loading Vehicle..........................382
Capacities............................383
Tires ................................345
Locks..................................31
Automatic Door........................33
Auto Unlock...........................33
Door................................31
Power Door...........................32
Low Tire Pressure System...................362
Lubrication, Body.........................437
Lumbar Support..........................170
Maintenance Free Battery....................433
Maintenance Procedures....................428
Maintenance Schedule.....................
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INDEX 507

Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......233
Manual, Service..........................494
Map/Reading Lights.......................183
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................447
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)...............170
Methanol...............................371
Mini-Trip Computer.......................235
Mirrors................................125
Automatic Dimming....................126
Electric Powered.......................127
Electric Remote........................127
Heated..............................128
Outside..............................128
Rearview............................125
Vanity...............................129
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................362
Mopar Parts.............................427MTBE/ETBE............................371
New Vehicle Break-In Period..................90
Occupant Restraints........................40
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)..................60
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................370
Odometer...............................224
Trip ................................224
Oil Change Indicator.......................227
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..................227
Oil, Engine..............................429
Capacity.............................475
Change Interval........................227
Checking............................429
Dipstick.............................429
Disposal.............................432
Filter...............................432
Filter Disposal.........................432
508 INDEX