2015 DODGE CHARGER SRT radiator

•Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom-
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency,
have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with
OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) as soon as
possible.
Cooling System Pressure Caps
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery tank.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
NOTE:Be sure you do not mix the engine coolant system
pressure cap with the intercooler system pressure cap
these caps are not interchangeable.
WARNING!
•Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is
overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool
an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to
build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding
or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the
system is hot or under pressure.
•Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
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
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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 coolant level is adequate. With the
engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator/coolant pressure cap
unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze
point or replacing coolant. 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, only OAT coolant that meets
the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS.90032
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.
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.
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•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.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion
protection of your engine which contains aluminum
components.
•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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CavityCartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
1––Fuse – Spare
240 Amp Green–Radiator Fan #1 – If Equipped
350 Amp Red–Power Steering #1 / Radiator Fan
(6.2L Supercharged) – If Equipped
430 Amp Pink–Starter
540 Amp Green–Electronic Stability Control
630 Amp Pink–Electronic Stability Control
7––Fuse – Spare
820 Amp Blue–Police Ignition Run / ACC # 2
9–20 Amp Yellow All-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
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CavityCartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
14––Fuse – Spare
15–20 Amp YellowLeft HID – If Equipped
16–20 Amp YellowRight HID – If Equipped
1840 Amp Green–Radiator Fan #2 – If Equipped
1950 Amp Red–Power Steering #2 / Radiator Fan
(6.2L Supercharged)
2030 Amp Pink–Wiper Motor
2120 Amp Blue–Headlamp Washers – If Equipped / Police
Feed
2240 Amp Green /
20 Amp Blue – Po-
lice
–Engine Cooling Pump (6.2L Supercharged)
/ Police Bat Feed#3–IfEquipped
2320 Amp Blue–Police Bat Feed#1–IfEquipped
2420 Amp Blue–Police Bat Feed#3–IfEquipped
28––Fuse – Spare
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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.90032), by an au-
thorized 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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Brake Fluid.............................550
Brake, Parking...........................403
Brakes.................................405
Brake System............................405
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................406
Fluid Check...........................517
Master Cylinder........................517
Parking..............................403
Warning Light.........................251
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................376
Brightness, Interior Lights...................154
Bulb Replacement.........................542
Bulbs, Light.............................100
Camera, Rear............................216
Capacities, Fluid..........................547
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)...........................497
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................514
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................97
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)....................458
Car Washes.............................522
Cellular Phone...........................335
Certification Label.........................459
Chains, Tire.............................441
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................419
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .493
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety...............96
Checks, Safety............................96
Child Restraint............................73
Child Restraints
Booster Seats...........................78
Center Seat LATCH......................85
Child Restraints.........................73
Child Seat Installation.....................91
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt........87
Infants And Child Restraints................76
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint.....86
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Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.......80
Older Children And Child Restraints..........76
Seating Positions........................79
Child Safety Locks.........................32
Clean Air Gasoline........................451
Cleaning
Wheels...............................524
Climate Control..........................337
Automatic............................337
Coin Holder.............................240
Cold Weather Operation....................372
Compact Spare Tire........................436
Connector
UCI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..333
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)..........333
Console, Floor...........................240
Contract, Service..........................565
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........514
Cooling System...........................509
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............512
Coolant Capacity.......................547
Coolant Level..........................510
Disposal of Used Coolant.................514
Drain, Flush, and Refill...................511
Inspection............................515
Points to Remember.....................515
Pressure Cap..........................514
Radiator Cap..........................514
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).............511
Corrosion Protection.......................521
Cruise Control (Speed Control)................169
Cupholders.............................237
Customer Assistance.......................563
Customer Programmable Features.............280
Data Recorder, Event.......................72
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights.............155
Daytime Running Lights....................149
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