2013 Chrysler 200 Owner Manual - Page 470

M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 468 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 8 your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referYour vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change ring to the steps described under "Electronic Vehicle Inforindicator system. The oil change indicator system will mation Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required" in "Underremind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for standing Your Instrument Panel" for further information scheduled maintenance. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change interBased on engine operation conditions, the oil change vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser- whichever comes first. vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will • Check engine oil level influence when the "Oil Change Required" message is • Check windshield washer fluid level displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the • Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles wear or damage (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km). master cylinder, power steering and transmission as Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator needed message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than • Check function of all interior and exterior lights MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE