fuel cap DODGE CHALLENGER 2011 3.G User Guide

•When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel
tank is full.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
”gASCAP” message will display in the odometer or a
“Check Gascap” message will display in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if equipped). If this
occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the
TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the MIL. Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic
System” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
VEHICLE LOADING
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on
the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information
should be used for passenger and luggage loading as
indicated.
Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Vehicle Certification Label
Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to
the rear of the driver’s door.
The label contains the following information:
•Name of manufacturer
•Month and year of manufacture
•Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
•Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front
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CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 3.6L ............. 384
 Engine Compartment — 5.7L ............. 385
 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...... 386
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap ................. 386
 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs ............................ 387
 Replacement Parts ..................... 388
 Dealer Service ........................ 388 
Maintenance Procedures ................. 389
▫ Engine Oil ......................... 390
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... 393
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............... 393
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .............. 394
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............ 396
▫ Body Lubrication .................... 397
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 398
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ................. 398
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL). It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and drivability. The
vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
•If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
”gASCAP” message will display in the odometer or a
“Check Gascap” message will display in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if equipped). If this
occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the
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Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the MIL.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may
notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of
a normal bulb check.
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CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 3.6L Engine
SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your vehicle. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Lubricants, which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber, should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 5.7L Engine
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
NOTE:Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use
SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper
operation of the Multi-Displacement System (MDS). Re-
fer to “Multi-Displacement System” in “Starting and
Operating” for further information.
Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
All Engines 19 Gallons72 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 6 Quarts5.6 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts6.6 Liters
Cooling System *
3.6 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent) 11.1 Quarts 10.5 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent) 14.7 Quarts 13.9 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MOPARAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy-
brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-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 – 3.6L Engine RER8ZWYCB4 (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Spark Plugs – 5.7L Engine LZFR5C–11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Fuel Selection (3.6L and 5.7L Engine
– Automatic Transmission) 87 Octane Acceptable — 89 Octane Recommended
Fuel Selection (5.7L Engine –
Manual Transmission) 91 Octane
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Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 145
Bulb Replacement ..................... 426,427
Bulbs, Light .......................... 84,426
Calibration, Compass ..................... 197
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 433
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 330
Oil (Engine) ........................ 392
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 405
Car Washes ............................ 413
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............80,325
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 332
Cellular Phone ........................ 94,238
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 431
Certification Label ....................... 332
Chains, Tire ............................ 309
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 360
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 292 Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)
............... 387
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 80
Checks, Safety ........................... 80
Child Restraint .................. 70,71,72,75,77
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............73,75
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 322
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 415
Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 398
Clock ............................. 205,214
Cold Weather Operation ................... 257
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 237
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 304
Compass .............................. 197
Compass Calibration ..................... 197
Compass Variance ....................... 198
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 193
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ConnectorUCI .............................. 228
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....... 228
Conserving Fuel ........................ 193
Console .............................. 167
Console, Floor .......................... 167
Console, Overhead ....................... 152
Contract, Service ........................ 459
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 405
Cooling System ......................... 402
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 404
Coolant Capacity ..................... 433
Coolant Level .................... 402,405
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 405
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 403
Inspection .......................... 405
Points to Remember .................. 406
Pressure Cap ........................ 405 Radiator Cap
....................... 405
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ....403,433,434
Corrosion Protection ..................... 412
Cruise Light ........................... 176
Cupholders ......................... 166,418
Customer Assistance ..................... 457
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 69
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 145
Daytime Running Lights ................... 141
Dealer Service .......................... 388
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ................ 41
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 40
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 169
Defroster, Windshield ................... 82,242
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 146
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 386
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 144
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Checking Oil Level................... 390
Compartment .................... 384,385
Compartment Identification ............. 384
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ 402,434
Cooling ........................... 402
Exhaust Gas Caution ................80,325
Fails to Start ........................ 258
Flooded, Starting ..................... 258
Fuel Requirements .................... 321
Jump Starting ....................... 370
Oil ......................... 390,433,434
Oil Change Interval ................ 182,391
Oil Filler Cap ....................... 392
Oil Filter ........................... 393
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 393
Oil Selection ..................... 391,433
Oil Synthetic ........................ 393
Overheating ........................ 349
Starting ........................... 252 Temperature Gauge
................... 177
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 392
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 392
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 66
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 322
Event Data Recorder ...................... 69
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 80,325
Exhaust System ....................... 80,399
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 91
Exterior Lighting ........................ 139
Exterior Lights .......................... 84
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 330
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 393
Air Conditioning ..................... 245
Engine Oil ....................... 393,434
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 393
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INDEX 471