2015 CHRYSLER 200 maintenance

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INTRODUCTION .............................................................3
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .............................9
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................115
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................317
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STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................443
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ..............................................547
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................................587
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES .................................................657
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ........................................663
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INDEX ....................................................................673
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group
LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision
workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all
essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc-
ing and remain with the vehicle when sold.When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-
nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac-
tion.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the
items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and
illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Manual:
4 INTRODUCTION

System Reset Procedure
In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System
functions after an event, the ignition switch must be
changed from ignition START or ON/RUN to ignition
OFF.
Air Bag Warning Light
The air bags must be ready to inflate for your protectionin a collision. The Occupant Restraint Control-
ler (ORC) monitors the internal circuits and
interconnecting wiring associated with air bag
system electrical components.
The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of
the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the
START or ON/RUN position. If the ignition switch is in
the OFF position or in the ACC position, the air bag
system is not on and the air bags will not inflate. The ORC contains a backup power supply system that
may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or
it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the
instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds
for a self-check when the ignition switch is first turned to
the ON/RUN position. After the self-check, the Air Bag
Warning Light will turn off. If the ORC detects a mal-
function in any part of the system, it turns on the Air Bag
Warning Light, either momentarily or continuously. A
single chime will sound to alert you if the light comes on
again after initial startup.
The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate
the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunc-
tion is detected that could affect the air bag system. The
diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction.
While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance
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Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For
the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle”.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil
in the engine or damage may result.
108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

▫ToTurnOff......................... .189
▫ To Resume ......................... .189
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............190
▫ Setting The Following Distance In ACC ......192
▫ Overtake Aid ....................... .196
▫ ACC Operation At Stop .................197
▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu .......197
▫ Display Warnings And Maintenance ........199
▫ Precautions While Driving With ACC .......202
▫ General Information ....................206
▫ Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control
Mode ............................. .206
 FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH
MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED ............209▫
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation Operation ...................209
▫ Turning FCW ON Or OFF ...............211
▫ Changing FCW And Active Braking Status. . . .213
▫ FCW Limited Warning ..................213
▫ Service FCW Warning ..................214
 LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED .............214
▫ LaneSense Operation ...................214
▫ Turning LaneSense ON Or OFF ............215
▫ LaneSense Warning Message ..............216
▫ Changing LaneSense Status ..............220
 PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .221
▫ ParkSense® Sensors ....................222
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GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . .281
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Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® . . .282
▫ Programming A Rolling Code .............283
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code .........285
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ......286
▫ Using HomeLink® ....................288
▫ Security ........................... .288
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ...................288
▫ General Information ....................289
 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ........290
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ..............291
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode .........291
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ...............292 ▫
Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ..........292
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...................292
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ..............292
▫ Sunshade Operation ....................293
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... .293
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...................293
▫ Ignition Off Operation ..................293
 POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .294
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ..............295
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode .........296
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ...............296
▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ..........296
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▫Venting Sunroof — Express ..............296
▫ Opening Power Shade — Express ..........297
▫ Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode .....297
▫ Closing Power Shade — Express ...........297
▫ Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode ......297
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...................298
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... .298
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...................298
▫ Ignition Off Operation ..................298
 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .299
 POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED ........302
 CUPHOLDERS ....................... .303
▫ Front Seat Cupholders ..................303 ▫
Rear Seat Cupholders ..................304
 STORAGE ........................... .305
▫ Glove Compartment ...................305
▫ Console Features .....................306
▫ Door Storage ........................ .309
▫ Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped . . . .310
 CARGO AREA FEATURES ................310
▫ Cargo Area — 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat —
If Equipped ......................... .310
▫ Grocery Bag Hooks ....................313
▫ Ski Pass-Through ..................... .313
 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ..............314
▫ Rear Window Defroster .................314
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Display Warnings And Maintenance
“Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”
Warning
The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
warning will display and also a chime will indicate when
conditions temporarily limit system performance.
This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as
in snow or heavy rain. The ACC system may also become
temporarily blinded due to obstructions, such as mud,
dirt or ice. In these cases, the EVIC/DID will display
“ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” and
the system will deactivate.
The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
message can sometimes be displayed while driving in
highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or
ice and snow). The ACC system will recover after thevehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when
the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path
this warning may temporarily occur.
NOTE:
If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar
Sensor” warning is active Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise
Control is still available. For additional information refer
to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode” in this
section.
If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located in the center of the
vehicle behind the lower grille.
To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor-
tant to note the following maintenance items:
• Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to damage
the sensor lens.
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