2013 Chrysler 200 Owner Manual - Page 447

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 CAUTION! (Continued) • Dirt and water in the transmission can cause serious damage. To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make sure that the dipstick cap is re-seated properly. Fluid Level Check - Six-Speed Transmission Fluid And Filter Changes Refer to the "Service and Warranty Handbook" for the proper maintenance intervals. In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission is disassembled for any reason. Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not Vehicle body care requirements vary according to georequire adjustment under normal operating conditions. graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is pro- trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly vided. Your authorized dealer can check your transmission corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, fluid level using a special service dipstick. If you notice which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants, fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, visit your au- road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme thorized dealer immediately to have the transmission fluid hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will level checked. Operating the vehicle with an improper have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underfluid level can cause severe transmission damage. body protection. 7