2014 CHRYSLER 200 oil temperature

CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 2.4L Engine
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil®
or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem-
peratures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine
oil viscosity for your engine. For information on the engine
oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compartment” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to Chrysler
Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell
Helix® or equivalent is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Com-
partment” illustration in this section.
NOTE:MOPAR® SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®,
Shell Helix® or equivalent may be used when SAE 5W-20
engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available.
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reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator
antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to
flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system;
or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle;
or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;
have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex-
haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-
aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams
or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep
into the passenger compartment. In addition, have the
exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
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2. Run the engine at normal idle speed for at least 60seconds, and leave the engine running for the rest of
this procedure.
3. Fully apply the parking brake, and press the brake pedal.
4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear posi- tion (allowing time for the transmission to fully en-
gage in each position), ending with the transmission in
PARK.
5. Wipe the area around the dipstick clean to prevent dirt from entering the transmission.
6.
Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot or
cold. Hot fluid is approximately 180° F (82° C), which is
the normal operating temperature after the vehicle is
driven at least 15 miles (24 km). Hot fluid cannot be held
comfortably between the fingertips. Cold fluid is at a
temperature of approximately 80° F (27° C).
7. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert it until seated. Then, remove the dipstick and note the fluid level on
both sides. The fluid level reading is only valid if there
is a solid coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick.
Note that the holes in the dipstick will be full of fluid
if the actual level is at or above the hole.
• If the fluid is hot, the fluid level should be in the
crosshatched area marked “HOT” (between the up-
per two holes in the dipstick).
• If the fluid is cold, the fluid level should be between
the lower two holes in the area marked “COLD.”
If the fluid level is low, add fluid through the dipstick
tube to bring it to the proper level. Do not overfill. After
adding any quantity of oil through the dipstick tube, wait
at least two minutes for the oil to fully drain into the
transmission before rechecking the fluid level.
8. Check for leaks. Release the parking brake.
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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.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
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S476 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

About Your Brakes....................... .320
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ................322
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............440
Adding Fuel ............................ .372
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .434
Additives, Fuel .......................... .366
Airbag ..................................59
Airbag Deployment ........................69
Airbag Light .............................66
Airbag Maintenance ........................71
Airbag, Side ..............................62
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................63
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .428
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................430
Air Conditioning ......................... .273
Air Conditioning Controls ...................273
Air Conditioning Filter .....................285
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............286
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................430Air Conditioning System
....................273
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .343
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ...............217
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................260
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................439
Disposal ............................. .442
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................322
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................322
Appearance Care ........................ .450
Ashtray ............................... .194
Assistance Towing ........................ .124
Auto Down Power Windows ..................37
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................106
Automatic Door Locks ......................33
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............214
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........277
Automatic Transaxle ........................12
Automatic Transmission ....................295
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Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......224
Emergency, In Case of Jacking .............................. .395
Jump Starting ......................... .407
Towing ............................. .414
Emergency Trunk Release ....................41
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........422
Engine ................................ .419
Air Cleaner .......................... .428
Block Heater ......................... .295
Break-In Recommendations .................94
Checking Oil Level ..................... .425
Compartment ......................... .420
Compartment Identification ................420
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................438
Cooling ............................. .438
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................95
Fails to Start .......................... .293
Flooded, Starting ...................... .293Fuel Requirements
..................... .364
Jump Starting ......................... .407
Oil................................. .425
Oil Change Interval ..................... .214
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .419
Oil Selection .......................... .426
Oil Synthetic ......................... .428
Overheating .......................... .392
Starting ............................. .291
Temperature Gauge ..................... .208
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .427
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................427
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............69
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .365
Event Data Recorder ........................72
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................95
Exhaust System ...........................95
498 INDEX

Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator.....330
Engine Temperature Warning ...............210
Exterior ...............................99
Fog ................................ .166
Headlights ........................... .163
Headlights On With Wipers ................164
Headlight Switch ...................... .163
High Beam Indicator .....................222
Illuminated Entry ........................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .163
Interior ............................. .168
License ............................. .470
Lights On Reminder .....................164
Low Fuel ............................ .209
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........220
Map Reading ......................... .168
Oil Pressure .......................... .210
Passing ............................. .166
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .209Security Alarm
..........................19
Service .............................. .464
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............218
Traction Control ....................... .330
Turn Signal ............................99
Voltage ............................. .209
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......208
Loading Vehicle ......................... .375
Capacities ........................... .376
Tires ............................... .337
Locks ..................................31
Automatic Door .........................33
Auto Unlock ...........................33
Child Protection .........................34
Door .................................31
Power Door ............................32
Low Tire Pressure System ...................355
Lubrication, Body ........................ .433
Lug Nuts .............................. .394
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INDEX 503

Side Window Demisters (Defrosters)............284
Signals, Turn .............................99
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................353
Snow Tires ............................. .346
Spare Tire .............................. .348
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................174
Speedometer ............................ .208
Starting ............................... .291
Automatic Transmission ..................291
Cold Weather ......................... .293
Engine Fails to Start .....................293
Starting and Operating .....................291
Starting Procedures ....................... .291
Steering Power .............................. .319
Tilt Column .......................... .173
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .173
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............270
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .270 Storage
............................... .463
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .284
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .412
Sun Roof .............................. .187
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..........59
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .428
Tachometer ............................. .212
Taillights .............................. .468
Telescoping Steering Column .................173
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........277
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ............208
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .173
Time Delay, Headlight ..................... .164
Tire and Loading Information Placard ...........337
Tire Markings ........................... .331
Tires...................................99 Aging (Life of Tires) .....................351
Air Pressure .......................... .342
508 INDEX