2014 DODGE DART overheating

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately. To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•
Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 577

Hazard Warning Flasher..................519
Jacking ...............................532
Jump Starting ..........................543
Overheating .......................... .519
Towing ............................. .551
Emergency Trunk Release ....................47
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........561
Engine .................................558
Air Cleaner .......................... .567
Block Heater ..........................414
Break-In Recommendations ................106
Checking Oil Level ..................... .564
Compartment ..........................557
Cooling ............................. .578
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................108
Fuel Requirements ..................... .492
Jump Starting ..........................543
Oil..................................564
Oil Filler Cap ..........................558 Oil Selection
.......................... .565
Overheating .......................... .519
Temperature Gauge ..................... .310
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............80
Entry System, Illuminated ....................23
Ethanol ............................... .493
Event Data Recorder ........................83
Exhaust Gas Caution .......................108
Exhaust System .......................... .108
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................121
Exterior Lighting ..........................235
Exterior Lights ...........................111
Filler Location Fuel ........................316
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .567
Air Conditioning .......................404
Automatic Transmission ..................588
Engine Oil ............................567
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INDEX 637

Monitor, Tire Pressure System................483
Mopar Parts ............................ .562
MTBE/ETBE ............................493
Multi-Function Control Lever .................240
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................106
Occupant Restraints ........................47
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................65
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................492
Odometer ...............................316
Oil Change Indicator .......................317
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................317
Oil, Engine ............................. .564
Capacity ............................ .608
Change Interval ........................565
Checking ............................ .564
Disposal ............................. .567
Filter ............................... .567Filter Disposal
........................ .567
Materials Added to ..................... .566
Recommendation .......................565
Viscosity ............................ .566
Oil Filter, Selection ........................567
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................560
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ............274
Operating Precautions ..................... .560
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................120
Overhead Console ........................ .272
Overheating, Engine .......................310
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .589
Panic Alarm ..............................23
Parking Brake ............................442
Parking On Hill ..........................442
ParkSense® System, Rear ....................257
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