Cooling System Bleeding: 2.4L
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Dodge Stratus and 2002 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Open cooling system air bleed valve. Air bleed valve is located just below pressure cap. See Fig 1. Attach one end of a 48" (120.0 cm) long by .250" (6.35 mm) inside diameter clear air bleed hose to air bleed valve. Route hose away from accessory drive belts and radiator fan.
- Position other end of hose into a collecting container. This hose will prevent coolant from contacting accessory drive belts, A/C compressor and other components. Remove cooling system pressure cap. Slowly fill cooling system with a 50/50 concentration of recommended coolant and distilled water.CAUTION: Manufacturer recommends using only Mopar Extended Life Coolant with a 50/50 concentration coolant and distilled water. This coolant contains corrosion inhibitors that permit extended service drain intervals. DO NOT mix coolants. If coolant other than Mopar Extended Life Coolant is used, service drain interval will be reduced.
- Slowly continue filling until a steady stream of coolant flows from air bleed valve. Close air bleed valve and remove hose. Fill coolant to top of pressure cap neck. Install pressure cap. Slowly fill coolant bottle to at least the MAX mark. Start engine and allow it to run until thermostat opens and radiator fan cycles. It may be necessary to add additional coolant to the coolant bottle after 3 or 4 warm-up cycles to maintain coolant level between the MIN and MAX marks.