2013 CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE automatic transmission

Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Spark Plugs – 3.6L Engine RER8ZWYCB4 (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Fuel Selection 87 Octane
* PZEV = Partial Zero Emission Vehicle
Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission MOPARATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4product.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not
available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPARPower Steering Fluid +4, MOPARATF+4Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4product.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477

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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Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
•Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
•Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
•Inspect exhaust system.
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter if using your ve-
hicle for any of the following: po-
lice, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer
towing.X
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter.X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary.X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
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S484 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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

Pressure Cap..........................444
Radiator Cap..........................444
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)............442
Corrosion Protection.......................453
Cruise Light.............................228
Cupholders.............................206
Customer Assistance.......................489
Customer Programmable Features.............246
Data Recorder, Event.......................68
Daytime Running Lights....................182
Dealer Service............................427
Deck Lid, Power Release.....................38
Defroster, Rear Window.....................212
Defroster, Windshield.......................93
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..................185
Diagnostic System, Onboard.................425
Dimmer Switch, Headlight...................180
DipsticksAutomatic Transmission..................451
Oil (Engine)..........................429
Power Steering........................327
Disabled Vehicle Towing....................417
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...............445
Door Locks..............................31
Door Locks, Automatic......................33
Door Opener, Garage.......................192
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt......................170
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water...............................324
E-85 Fuel...............................375
Electrical Power Outlets.....................202
Electric Rear Window Defrost.................212
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................127
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........189
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INDEX 501

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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Trailer Towing...........................384
Cooling System Tips....................394
Hitches..............................386
Minimum Requirements..................389
Tips ................................392
Trailer and Tongue Weight................388
Trailer Towing Guide.......................387
Trailer Weight............................387
Transmission............................449
Automatic............................305
Filter...............................453
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .26
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . . .192
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .21
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).........21
Transporting Pets..........................90
Tread Wear Indicators......................358
Trip Computer...........................235
Trip Odometer...........................224Trip Odometer Reset Button..................228
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid).......................38
Trunk Release Remote Control.................38
Turn Signals.............................180
UCI Connector...........................276
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone)...............129
Understanding Your Instrument Panel...........218
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.................495
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector. . . .276
Universal Transmitter......................192
Unleaded Gasoline........................370
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................48
Upholstery Care..........................457
Vanity Mirrors...........................129
Variance, Compass........................243
Vehicle Certification Label...................382
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).............6
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