Coolant checks, Cooling system — drain, flush and refill – Chrysler 2015 Country - Owner Manual User Manual

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Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12

months (before the onset of freezing weather, where

applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the

system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with

fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) only by an

authorized dealer. Check the front of the A/C condenser

for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by

gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically

down the face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-

ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection

at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for

leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but

not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for

proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of

engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.

If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti-

freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery

bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE

CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill

NOTE:

Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant

properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead

to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is

needed to be added to the system please contact your

local authorized dealer.
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains

visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and

flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to

MS.90032).
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper

maintenance intervals.

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 639

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