automatic transmission DODGE CHALLENGER 2009 3.G Service Manual

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MOPARAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy-
brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
Engine Oil (3.5L Engine) Use API Certified SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil (5.7L Engine) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter MOPAREngine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Spark Plugs (3.5L Engine) ZFR5LP–13G (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm])
Spark Plugs (5.7L Engine) LZFR5C–11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Fuel Selection (3.5L and 5.7L Engine
— Automatic Transmission)87 Octane Acceptable — 89 Octane Recommended
Fuel Selection (5.7L Engine —
Manual Transmission)91 Octane Preferred
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Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Manual Transmission MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3, SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used. If DOT 3 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended
brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPARPower Steering Fluid + 4, MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid
Rear Axle (3.5L Engine) MOPARSynthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W140 (API GL-5) or equiva-
lent.
Rear Axle (5.7L Engine) MOPARSynthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W90 (API GL-5) or equivalent
(with MOPARFriction Modifier — Hypoid Gear Additive).
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54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or
54 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Inspect the rear axle fluid.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the spark plugs (5.7L Engine).
❏Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if equipped), add as necessary.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102,000 miles
(170 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or
114 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏If using your vehicle for any of the
following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter;
replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)
❏Replace the spark plugs (5.7L Engine).
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect exhaust system.
❏Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the
following: Most of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F
(32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
❏Replace the accessory drive belt (3.5L/5.7L Engines).
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 429

Automatic Door Locks..................... 30
Automatic Headlights.................... 120
Automatic Oil Change Indicator............. 162
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 394
Automatic Transmission.............259,264,393
Adding Fluid......................393,416
Autostick............................ 268
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 393
Fluid Change......................... 393
Fluid Level Check..................... 393
FluidType ........................... 416
Gear Ranges......................... 259
Overdrive........................... 261
Shifting ..........................259,264
Special Additives...................... 394
Torque Converter...................... 262
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . 263,267
Autostick............................. 268AxleFluid ............................. 416
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 416
Battery............................... 376
Emergency Starting..................... 356
Jump Starting......................... 356
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 24
Location..........................357,376
Belts, Seat............................ 37,68
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 379
B-Pillar Location........................ 293
Brake Assist System...................... 281
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 280
Brake Fluid............................ 416
Brake, Parking.......................... 274
Brake System........................277,389
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................277,280
Fluid Check.......................390,416
Master Cylinder....................... 390
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INDEX 445

Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 376
Air Conditioning...................... 236
Engine Oil........................375,415
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 375
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 338
Turn Signal...................... 69,122,158
Flash-To-Pass........................... 123
Flat Tire Changing....................... 345
Flooded Engine Starting................... 249
Fluid, Brake........................... 416
Fluid Capacities......................... 414
Fluid Leaks............................. 69
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 393
Brake.............................. 390
Cooling System....................... 384
Engine Oil........................... 372Power Steering........................ 273
Fluids ................................ 415
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 415
FogLights ..........................121,160
Folding Rear Seat........................ 116
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 359
Fuel................................. 316
Adding............................. 321
Additives ............................ 319
CleanAir ............................ 317
Conserving.......................... 172
Ethanol............................. 317
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 321
Gasoline............................ 316
Gauge.............................. 156
Materials Added....................... 319
Methanol............................ 317
Octane Rating......................316,415
Requirements......................... 316
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Auto Unlock.......................... 30
Automatic Door........................ 30
Door................................ 28
Power Door........................... 29
Low Tire Pressure System.................. 307
Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren (LATCH)..................... 60,62
Lubrication, Body....................... 379
Lumbar Support........................ 114
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 376
Maintenance, General..................... 371
Maintenance Procedures................... 371
Maintenance Schedule.................... 418
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 142
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 166,369
Manual, Service......................... 439
Manual Transmission...............251,392,394
Fluid Level Check...................392,394Map/Reading Lights..................123,132
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 390
Methanol............................. 317
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 172
Mirrors ................................ 75
Automatic Dimming..................... 75
Electric Powered....................... 76
Electric Remote........................ 76
ExteriorFolding ........................ 76
Heated.............................. 77
Outside .............................. 75
Vanity ............................... 77
Mode
Fuel Saver........................... 172
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 307
Mopar Parts.........................370,438
MTBE/ETBE........................... 317
Multi-Displacement Engine System........... 280
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INDEX 455

Inspection............................ 68
Operating Instructions................... 38
Pretensioners.......................... 42
Rear Seat............................. 37
Reminder............................ 160
Untwisting Procedure.................... 41
Seats................................. 111
Adjustment.......................... 111
Head Restraints....................... 114
Heated............................. 115
Height Adjustment..................... 112
Lumbar Support....................... 114
Power.............................. 112
Rear Folding......................... 116
Seatback Release....................... 116
Tilting .............................. 112
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........385,415
Selection of Oil......................... 373Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 14
Sentry Key Programming................... 16
Sentry Key Replacement................... 16
Service Assistance....................... 435
Service Contract......................... 437
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator).................... 166
Service Manuals........................ 439
Setting the Clock................183,194,198,207
Settings, Personal........................ 178
Shift Indicator Light...................... 254
Shifting ............................... 255
Automatic Transmission............255,259,264
Shoulder Belts........................... 37
Side Airbag........................... 46,51
Side Curtain (Window Airbag)............... 46
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters).......... 236
Signals, Turn...................... 69,122,158
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 269
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INDEX 459

Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 304
Snow Tires............................ 306
Sound System
Kicker.............................. 227
Spare Tire..........................300,345
Spark Plugs............................ 415
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 415
Oil ................................ 415
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 128
Speedometer........................... 156
Starting............................. 26,243
Automatic Transmission................. 244
Cold Weather......................... 248
Emergency (Jump Starting)............... 356
Engine Fails to Start.................... 249
Remote.............................. 26
Starting and Operating.................... 243
Starting Procedures...................... 243Steering
Column Controls...................... 122
Column Lock......................... 127
Power.............................. 273
TiltColumn .......................... 127
Wheel, Tilt........................... 127
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 228
Storage............................... 407
Storage, Vehicle......................235,407
StoringYourVehicle ...................... 407
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 359
Sun Roof.............................. 139
Sunglasses Storage....................... 132
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 142
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 45
Sway Control, Trailer..................... 326
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 375
System, Remote Starting.................... 26
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Tread Wear Indicators................... 302
To Open Hood.......................... 117
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 329
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 262
Towing ............................... 325
24-Hour Towing Assistance................ 93
Behind a Motor Home.................. 336
Disabled Vehicle....................... 360
Guide .............................. 329
Recreational.......................... 336
Weight .............................. 329
Towing Assistance........................ 93
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home......... 336
Traction Control......................... 281
TrailerTowing .......................... 325
Cooling System Tips.................... 336
Hitches............................. 328
Minimum Requirements................. 330
Tips ................................ 335Trailer and Tongue Weight............... 329
Wiring .............................. 333
TrailerTowingGuide ..................... 329
TrailerWeight .......................... 329
Transfer Case
Fluid............................... 416
Transmission........................... 393
Automatic...................255,259,264,393
Fluid............................... 416
Manual............................. 251
Range Indicator....................... 259
Shifting ............................. 255
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 24
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink) ........................... 133
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
462 INDEX