power steering fluid DODGE CHALLENGER 2011 3.G Owners Manual

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires
(including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or
brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be
located and corrected immediately.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance
intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these
components as the chemicals can damage your
engine, transmission, power steering or air condi-
tioning. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed
because of component malfunction, use only the
specified fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level – 3.6L Engine
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level atregular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding 1.0 qt (1.0 L) of oil when the reading is
at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Checking Oil Level – 5.7L Engine
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Manual Transmission – If Equipped MOPAR ATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Automatic Transmission – If
Equipped MOPAR
ATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
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 MOPARHydraulic Fluid or equivalent meeting MS-11655, such as Fuchs
EG ZH 3044 or Pentosin CHF 11s.
Rear Axle – 3.6L 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 MOPAR Friction Modifier — Hypoid Gear Additive).
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Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering, and add as
needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Overheating, Engine................... 178,349
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,461
Paint Care ............................. 412
Panic Alarm ............................ 25
Parking Brake .......................... 278
Passing Light ........................... 144
Personal Settings ........................ 199
Pets .................................. 79
Phone, Cellular .......................... 94
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) .............. 94
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 296
Power Brakes ............................ 281
Deck Lid Release ..................... 40
Distribution Center (Fuses) .............. 421
Door Locks ......................... 31
Mirrors ............................ 91
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ........ 162Seats
............................. 128
Steering ........................... 277
Sunroof ........................... 159
Windows ........................... 38
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 435
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 55
Preparation for Jacking .................... 363
Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... 53
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 199
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 21
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 303
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......... 405
Radio Operation ........................ 238
Radio Remote Controls .................... 236
Rear Cupholder ......................... 167
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 136
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INDEX 479