2015 DODGE CHARGER SRT radiator cap

CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F
(116°C) or greater pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle
the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until
the pointer drops back into the normal range 200–
230°F (93–110°C). If the pointer remains at 240°F
(116°C) or greater and you hear a chime, turn the
engine off immediately and call for service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure
that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any
time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the
vehicle the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a
properly calibrated torque wrench.
Torque Specifications
Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/
Bolt Size
Lug Nut/
Bolt Socket
Size
111 Ft-Lbs (150 N·m) M14 x 1.50 22 mm
**Use only Chrysler recommended lug nuts/bolts and
clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening.
Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting
the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the
system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with
fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) only accord-
ing to Chrysler Service Manual procedure or by an
authorized dealer. Check the front of the radiator for any
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently
spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the
face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.
If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti-
freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery
bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE
CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
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•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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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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INDEX 575

Parking Brake............................403
ParkSense® System, Rear....................206
Passing Light............................151
Passive Entry.............................34
Pedals, Adjustable.........................163
Performance.............................271
Pets....................................94
Placard, Tire and Loading Information..........425
Power
Brakes...............................405
Deck Lid Release........................42
Distribution Center (Fuses)................534
Door Locks............................31
Mirrors..............................117
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)...........233
Seats................................128
Sunroof..............................230
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column............160
Windows..............................38
Power Steering Fluid.......................550
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts................54
Pretensioners
Seat Belts..............................54
Programmable Features.....................280
Radial Ply Tires..........................432
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)...........514
Radio Operation..........................335
Radio Remote Controls.....................334
Radio (Sound Systems).....................332
Rain Sensitive Wiper System.................159
Rear Axle (Differential).....................521
Rear Camera............................216
Rear Cupholder..........................238
Rear ParkSense System.....................206
Rear Seat, Folding.........................138
Rear Window Defroster.....................243
Rear Window Features.....................243
584 INDEX