2016 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT radiator

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 coolant 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 cap unless checking for
coolant 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 coolant 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.
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.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
1 – – Fuse – Spare
2 40 Amp Green –Radiator Fan #1 – (Non 6.2L Supercharged)
3 50 Amp Red –Electric Power Steering #1 – If Equipped / Radia-
tor Fan (6.2L Supercharged) – If Equipped
4 30 Amp Pink – Starter
5 40 Amp Green –Electronic Stability Control
6 30 Amp Pink –Electronic Stability Control
7 20 Amp Blue –Police Ignition Run / ACC #1
8 20 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 – Po-
lice
11 –20 Amp Yellow Horns
12 –10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch
13 – – Fuse – Spare
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
14 – – Fuse – Spare
15 –20 Amp Yellow Left HID – If Equipped
16 –20 Amp Yellow Right HID – If Equipped
18 50 Amp Red –Radiator Fan #2 – (Non 6.2L Supercharged)
19 50 Amp Red –Electric Power Steering #2 – If Equipped / Radia-
tor Fan (6.2L Supercharged)
20 30 Amp Pink –Wiper Motor
21 30 Amp Pink 20 Amp Blue – Po-lice –
Headlamp Washers – If Equipped
Police Bat Feed #2
22 40 Amp Green / 20 Amp Blue – Police –
Engine Cooling Pump (6.2L Supercharged) / Po-
lice Bat Feed # 3
23 20 Amp Blue –Police Bat Feed # 1
24 20 Amp Blue –Police Ignition Run/ACC Feed # 3
28 – – Fuse – Spare
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Important Information
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
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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.
• 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......................... .567, 569
Brake, Parking .......................... .418
Brakes ................................ .421
Brake System ........................ .421, 535
Fluid Check ....................536, 567, 569
Master Cylinder ....................... .536
Parking ............................. .418
Warning Light ..................... .233, 421
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................389
Braking ............................... .266
SRT ................................ .266
Braking Distance ......................... .266
SRT ................................ .266
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................145
Bulb Replacement ..................... .560, 562
Bulbs, Light .......................... .98, 560
Camera, Rear ........................... .195
Capacities, Fluid ...................... .565, 566Caps, Filler
Fuel ................................ .470
Oil (Engine) .......................... .516
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................533
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................95, 469
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................472
Car Washes ............................ .541
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............564
Certification Label ........................ .472
Chains, Tire ............................ .456
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .437
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .512
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............94
Checks, Safety ............................94
Child Restraint ............................71
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................76
Center Seat LATCH ......................84
Child Restraints .........................71
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Child Seat Installation.....................89
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........85
Infants And Child Restraints ................74
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....84
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt ..................................86
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......78
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........74
Seating Positions ........................77
Using The Top Tether Anchorage .............90
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .465
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .543
Climate Control ......................... .338
Automatic ........................... .338
Cold Weather Operation ....................381
Console, Overhead ....................... .198
Console Shifter .......................... .397
SRT ................................ .397Contract, Service
......................... .583
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........533
Cooling System .......................... .529
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............531
Coolant Capacity ....................565, 566
Coolant Level ..................... .529, 534
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................533
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................530
Inspection ........................... .534
Points To Remember .....................534
Pressure Cap ......................... .533
Radiator Cap ......................... .533
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze) ..............530, 565, 566, 567, 568
Corrosion Protection ...................... .540
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................158
Cruise Light ......................... .255, 256
Cupholders ......................... .214, 547
Customer Assistance ...................... .581
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Personalized Menu Bar.....................350
Pets ....................................92
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ..........443
Power Brakes .............................. .421
Deck Lid Release ........................41
Distribution Center (Fuses) ................553
Door Locks ............................32
Mirrors ..............................113
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........211
Seats ............................... .126
Sunroof ............................. .208
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............152
Windows ..............................39
Power Seats Down .............................. .127
Forward ............................. .126
Power Lumbar ........................ .127
Rearward ............................ .126Tilt ................................
.127
Up ................................ .127
Power Steering Fluid ...................567, 569
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ...............53
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................53
Programmable Features .....................278
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .450
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........533
Radio Frequency General Information ............16, 18, 26, 30, 38
Radio Operation ......................... .336
Radio Remote Controls .....................334
Radio (Sound Systems) .....................333
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................149
Rear Camera ........................... .195
Rear Cupholder ......................... .216
Rear ParkSense System .....................185
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INDEX 605