2014 Chrysler 300 Owner Manual SRT - Page 497

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently Cooling System - Drain, Flush And Refill spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains visible face of the condenser. sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and flush with Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to MS-12106). ber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for maintenance intervals. leaks. NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant With the engine at normal operating temperature (but properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of needed to be added to the system please contact your engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock. local authorized dealer. If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (antifreeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery Selection Of Coolant bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further information. 7