2015 Dodge Charger Owner Manual - Page 545

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 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. 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 normally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vaporThe radiator normally remains completely full, so there is ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine no need to remove the radiator/coolant pressure cap coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator. unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze If an examination of your engine compartment shows no point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once • Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle. a month. 7