Cooling system, Coolant checks – Dodge 2013 Challenger - Owner Manual User Manual

Page 455

Advertising
background image

• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires

disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic

testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough

idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.

Cooling System

WARNING!

When working near the radiator cooling fan,

disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position (OFF position for
Keyless Enter-N-Go™). The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time the ignition
switch is in the ON position (RUN position for
Keyless Enter-N-Go™).

(Continued)

WARNING!

(Continued)

You or others can be badly burned by hot engine

coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator is hot.

Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12

months (before the onset of freezing weather, where

applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the

system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with

fresh coolant. Check the front of the radiator 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.

7

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453

Advertising