2014 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 449

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recomwill reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the mended and can result in cooling system damage. If engine cooling system. HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with Please note that it is the owner's responsibility to mainOAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as tain the proper level of protection against freezing acpossible. cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where Cooling System Pressure Cap the vehicle is operated. The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant • Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could recovery tank. lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is needed to be added to the system please contact your The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. local authorized dealer. NOTE: 7