2013 CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE steering

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
• If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rockingmotion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then
move the shift lever back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE. Using minimal accelera-
tor pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, is most
effective.
NOTE:
To improve the vehicle's traction when starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be
desirable to switch the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) to “Partial Off ” mode by momentarily
pressing the ESC Off
switch. For further information on ESC, refer to the Owner's Manual
on the DVD.
CAUTION!
• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between REVERSE and DRIVE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating
and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h)
while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause
tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle's
wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) when you are stuck. Do not let anyone near a spinning
wheel, no matter what the speed.
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703. If DOT 3
is not available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable. —
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR®
Power Steering Flui d+4or
MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology
(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different
and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine
coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT
engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, it
should be flushed with OAT coolant and replaced with the specified OAT engine coolant
(antifreeze) as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use
additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the
radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
•
This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine coolant
(antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
E85 FLEXIBLE FUEL — 3.6L ENGINE ONLY
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
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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 service 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 other than your authorized dealer,
the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further
information
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals 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 andtransmission as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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 irregular 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.
• 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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FUSES
Integrated Power Module
• The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment near the aircleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A label that identifies
each component may be printed on the inside of the cover.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description
1 40 Amp Green — Power Top Module – If Equipped
2 — 20 Amp Yellow Brake Vacuum Pump
3 — 10 Amp Red Center High Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL)/Brake Switch
4 — 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch
5 — 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow – If Equipped
6 — 10 Amp Red Power Mirror Switch/Climate Controls
7 — 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 1
8 — 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 2
9 40 Amp Green Battery Feed – Power Seats – If Equipped
10 — 20 Amp Yellow
Instrument Panel/Power Locks/Interior Lights
11— 15 Amp Lt Blue Selectable Power Outlet
(Inside Center Arm Rest)
12 — 20 Amp Yellow —
13 — 20 Amp Yellow Ignition/Cigar Lighter
14 — 10 Amp Red Instrument Panel
15 40 Amp Green — Radiator Fan Relay
16 — 15 Amp Lt. Blue Sunroof – If Equipped
17 — 10 Amp Red Wireless Control Module (WCM)/Clock/
Steering Control Module (SCM)
18 40 Amp Green — Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay
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TIRE PRESSURES
• Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflateto the recommended pressure for your vehicle.
• The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening.
NOTE:
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for
more information regarding tire warnings and
instructions.
WARNING!
• Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load
capacity for your vehicle . Never overload them.
• Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or
“blow out”. Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road
and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure. Unequal tire pressures can
cause steering problems. You could lose control of your vehicle. Over-inflated or under-
inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle
control.
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Jacking Instructions............82
Jack Location ...............81
Jack Operation .............81, 82
Jump Starting ...............86
Key Fob Programmable Features .....70
Lane Change and Turn Signals .......20
Lane Change Assist ............20
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ................11
LightBulbs................104
Lights Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . .76
Turn Signal ..............20
Maintenance Record ...........100
Maintenance Schedule ...........97
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).............78
Mirrors Heated .............. .23, 24
MOPAR® Accessories ..........107
Navigation Voice Prompt Volume . . .42, 53
New Vehicle Break-In Period ........19
Oil Change Indicator ...........79
Oil, Engine Capacity ...............95
Outlet Power .................73
Overheating, Engine ...........80
Panic Alarm .................8
Placard, Tire and Loading Information . .103
Power Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . .73
Seats ..................15
Steering ............. .95, 96
Preparation for Jacking ...........81
Programmable Electronic Features .....69
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ........21
Recreational Towing ............75 Remote Starting System
..........9
Replacement Bulbs ............104
Reporting Safety Defects .........106
Schedule, Maintenance ..........97
Seat Belts ..................11
Seats ....................15
Adjustment ..............15
Heated ................17
Power .................15
Shift Lever Override ............88
Signals, Turn ................20
SpareTire.................81
Spark Plugs ................95
Speed Control Accel/Decel ..............22
Distance Setting (ACC Only) .....22
Starting Remote.................9
Steering TiltColumn ..............18
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ......61
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag . .10
Theft System Arming ............
9
Theft System Disarming ..........9
Tilt Steering Column ............18
Ti re s Air Pressure .............103
Changing ...............81
Jacking ................81
SpareTire ...............81
Towing...................74 Disabled Vehicle ...........89
Recreational ..............75
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . . .75
Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight .......74
Trailer Weight ...............74
Transmission Fluid .................95
Turn Signals ................20
Uconnect® Voice Command ........66
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