2015 DODGE CHALLENGER radiator

Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in
puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek
emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground
spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the engine coolant (antifreeze) level is
adequate. With the engine OFF and cold, the level of the
engine coolant (antifreeze) in the bottle should be be-
tween the ranges indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en-
gine coolant (antifreeze). Advise your service attendant
of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is
satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once
a month.
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
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If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
•Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti-
freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant
expansion bottle must also be protected against freez-
ing.
•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
•Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-
12106) and distilled water for proper corrosion protec-
tion of your engine which contains aluminum compo-
nents.
•Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis-
sions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
1––Fuse – Spare
2 40 Amp Green–Radiator Fan #1 – If Equipped
3 50 Amp Red–Power Steering #1 / Radiator Fan (6.2L Supercharged)
– If Equipped
4 30 Amp Pink–Starter
5 40 Amp Green–Anti-Lock Brakes
6 30 Amp Pink–Anti-Lock Brakes
7––Fuse – Spare
8––Fuse – Spare
9–20 Amp YellowAll-Wheel Drive Module – If Equipped
10–10 Amp Red Security – If Equipped / Under hood Lamp – Police
11–20 Amp YellowHorns
12–10 Amp RedAir Conditioning Clutch
13––Fuse – Spare
14––Fuse – Spare
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
15–20 Amp YellowLH HID
16–20 Amp YellowRH HID
18 40 Amp Green–Radiator Fan #2 – If Equipped
19 50 Amp Red–Power Steering #2 / Radiator Fan (6.2L Supercharged)
20 30 Amp Pink–Wiper Motor
21 30 Amp Pink–Headlamp Washers – If Equipped
22 40 Amp Green /
20 Amp Blue –
Police
–Engine Cooling/Intercooler Pump / Police Bat Feed #
3 – If Equipped
23 20 Amp Blue–Police Bat Feed#1–IfEquipped
24 20 Amp Blue–Police Bat Feed#3–IfEquipped
28––Fuse – Spare
29–15 Amp BlueTransmission – If Equipped
30––Fuse – Spare
31–25 Amp ClearEngine Module
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CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine
damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool-
ant is different and should not be mixed with
Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat-
ible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling
system in an emergency, the cooling system will
need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh
OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106), by an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•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 (an-
tifreeze) is not recommended.
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Anti-Lock (ABS)........................382
Fluid Check...........................518
Master Cylinder........................518
Parking..............................377
Warning Light.........................227
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................361
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.........90
Brightness, Interior Lights...................145
Bulb Replacement.........................543
Bulbs, Light..............................97
Camera, Rear............................195
Capacities, Fluid..........................548
Caps, Filler
Fuel.................................431
Oil (Engine)...........................499
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................515
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................94
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)....................433
Car Washes.............................524
Cellular Phone...........................312
Center High Mounted Stop Light..............547
Certification Label.........................433
Chains, Tire.............................415
Changing A Flat Tire.......................466
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................393
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .493
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety...............93
Checks, Safety............................93
Child Restraint............................69
Child Restraints
Booster Seats...........................74
Center Seat LATCH......................82
Child Restraints.........................69
Child Seat Installation.....................87
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt........83
Infants And Child Restraints................72
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint.....82
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Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt..................................84
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.......77
Older Children And Child Restraints..........72
Seating Positions........................76
Using The Top Tether Anchorage.............88
Clean Air Gasoline........................427
Cleaning
Wheels...............................525
Climate Control..........................314
Automatic............................314
Cold Weather Operation....................352
Compact Spare Tire........................410
Console, Overhead........................198
Contract, Service..........................573
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........515
Cooling System...........................511
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............513
Coolant Capacity.......................548
Coolant Level..........................512
Disposal of Used Coolant.................516
Drain, Flush, and Refill...................512
Inspection............................516
Points to Remember.....................516
Pressure Cap..........................515
Radiator Cap..........................515
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).............512
Corrosion Protection.......................523
Cruise Control (Speed Control)................158
Cupholders.............................215
Customer Assistance.......................571
Customer Programmable Features.............250
Data Recorder, Event.......................68
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights.............147
Daytime Running Lights....................141
Dealer Service............................494
Deck Lid, Emergency Release.................4110
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Programmable Features.....................250
Radial Ply Tires..........................406
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)...........515
Radio Operation..........................312
Radio Remote Controls.....................311
Radio (Sound Systems).....................309
Rain Sensitive Wiper System.................150
Rear Camera............................195
Rear Cupholder..........................216
Rear ParkSense System.....................186
Rear Seat, Folding.........................134
Rear Window Defroster.....................218
Rear Window Features.....................218
Recorder, Event Data.......................68
Recreational Towing.......................448
Reformulated Gasoline.....................427
Refrigerant..............................504
Release, Hood............................136
Reminder, Lights On.......................142
Reminder, Seat Belt.........................43
Remote Control
Starting System.........................26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
Arm The Alarm.........................18
FCC General Information..................25
Lock The Doors.........................22
Panic Alarm............................23
Programming Additional Key Fobs...........17
Programming Additional Transmitters.........17
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................21
Unlatch The Trunk.......................23
Unlock The Doors.......................22
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls..........311
Remote Starting
Uconnect® Customer Programmable Features . . .263
Uconnect® Settings......................263
Remote Starting System......................2610
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