2013 Chrysler 200 Owner Manual Convertible - Page 446

444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE period, it is important that you use the same engine Please note that it is the owner's responsibility to maincoolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your vehicle. tain the proper level of protection against freezing according to the temperatures occurring in the area where Please review these recommendations for using Organic the vehicle is operated. Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze). NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): recommended and can result in cooling system damage. • The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR௡ Drain, flush, and refill as soon as possible to avoid Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula damage if coolant types are mixed in an emergency. OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Cooling System Pressure Cap • Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine exceed 70%) if temperatures below −34° F (−37° C) are coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant anticipated. recovery tank. • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water/engine coolant The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system.