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Dodge 2012 Challenger-SRT - Owner Manual User Manual

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WARNING! (Continued)

Do not use a pressure cap other than the one

specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.

Disposal Of Used Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant is a regulated

substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your

local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your

community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children,

do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant in open

containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the

ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency

assistance immediately. Clean up any ground spills

immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for

determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the

engine OFF and cold, the level of the coolant in the bottle

should be between the ranges indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is

no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for

coolant freeze point or replacing coolant. Advise your

service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating

temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only

be checked once a month.
When additional coolant is needed to maintain the

proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do

not overfill.
Points To Remember

NOTE:

When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles

(kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming

from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-

mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high

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