2014 Dodge Charger Owner Manual - Page 566

564 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (antimaintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MSexpansion bottle must also be protected against freez12106 should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not ing. overfill. • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are required, the cooling system should be pressure tested NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ for leaks. kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor- • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MSmally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high 12106) and distilled water for proper corrosion protechumidity accumulating on the radiator and being vaportion of your engine which contains aluminum compoized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine nents. coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator. Points To Remember If an examination of your engine compartment shows no • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the • Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle. condenser clean.