2013 CHRYSLER 200 odometer

WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
• Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have a collision.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may
result in false speedometer and odometer readings.
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
Due to limited clearance, tire chains or traction devices
are not recommended.
CAUTION!
Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are
used.
358 STARTING AND OPERATING

WARNING!
•Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the
vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is
being filled.
• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is
in violation of most state and federal fire regula-
tions and doing so may cause the MIL to turn on.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground while filling.
NOTE:
•
Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound.
This is an indication that the gas cap is tightened properly.
The MIL in the instrument cluster may turn on if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure that the gas cap is
tightened each time the vehicle is refueled.
•
When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank
is full.
Loose Filler Cap Message
If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“gASCAP” message will be displayed in the instrument
cluster. Tighten the gas cap until a “clicking” sound is
heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly
tightened. Press the trip odometer reset button to turn off
the message. If the problem persists, the message will
appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might
indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice
in a row, the system will turn on the MIL. Resolving the
problem will turn the MIL off.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 379

NOTE:There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C
system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
•
You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to
high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement
to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the
engine cooling system.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
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WARNING! (Continued)
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) —
If Equipped
During sustained high-speed driving or trailer tow up
long grades on a hot day, the engine oil temperature may
become too hot. If this happens, the “HOTOIL” message
flashes in the odometer and the vehicle speed will be
reduced to 53 mph (85 km/h) until the engine oil
temperature is reduced.
NOTE:The vehicle speed is reduced to a maximum of
53 mph (85 km/h). You may of course, reduce your
vehicle speed further if needed.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397

the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer
“Reset” button to turn off the message. If the problem
persists, the message will appear the next time the
vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If
the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will
turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” Resolv-
ing the problem will turn the MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may
notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start this test over.
3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part
of a normal bulb check.
426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Filler Door (Gas Cap)....................210
Gasoline ............................. .369
Gauge .............................. .210
Light ................................211
Materials Added ....................... .371
Methanol ............................ .370
Octane Rating ......................... .369
Requirements ......................... .369
Tank Capacity ......................... .471
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .373
Fueling ............................... .377
Fuel System Caution ...................... .378
Fuses ................................. .460
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...................377
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .369
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................369 Gauges
Coolant Temperature .....................210
Fuel ................................ .210
Odometer ............................ .214
Tachometer ........................... .214
Gear Ranges ............................ .304
Gear Select Lever Override ..................416
General Information ........................18
Glass Cleaning .......................... .458
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................380
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................380
GVWR ................................ .380
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®) ...............111
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ .321
502 INDEX

Lubrication, Body........................ .438
Lumbar Support ......................... .156
Maintenance Free Battery ....................433
Maintenance Procedures ....................428
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .476
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......222
Manual, Service ......................... .490
Map/Reading Lights ...................... .170
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................449
Methanol .............................. .370
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .224
Mirrors ............................... .107
Automatic Dimming .....................107
Electric Powered ....................... .109
Heated ...............................110
Outside ..............................110
Rearview ............................ .107
Vanity ...............................111 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle
...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................360
Mopar Parts ............................ .427
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .370
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................96
Occupant Restraints ........................67
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................42
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................369
Odometer .............................. .214
Trip ................................ .214
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .216
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................216
Oil, Engine ............................. .429
Capacity ............................ .471
Change Interval ....................... .216
Checking ............................ .429
Dipstick ............................. .429
506 INDEX

Towing Assistance........................ .126
Traction ............................... .320
Trailer Towing .......................... .381
Cooling System Tips .....................392
Hitches ............................. .384
Minimum Requirements ..................387
Tips................................ .390
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................386
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .385
Trailer Weight ........................... .385
Transaxle Automatic .............................12
Autostick ............................ .318
Transmission ........................... .450
Automatic ........................... .301
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .27
Transporting Pets ..........................96
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .355
Trip Computer .......................... .224Trip Odometer
.......................... .214
Trip Odometer Reset Button ..................217
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .......................40
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................42
Trunk Release Remote Control .................40
Turn Signals ............................ .167
UCI Connector .......................... .267
Uconnect® (Hands-Free Phone) ...............111
Understanding Your Instrument Panel ...........208
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................491
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .267
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .369
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................51
Upholstery Care ......................... .457
Vanity Mirrors ...........................111
Variance, Compass ....................... .233
Vehicle Certification Label ...................380
512 INDEX