maintenance schedule DODGE CHALLENGER 2016 3.G Owner's Manual

WARNING!
•You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve-
hicle could result in a component malfunction and
effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 6.4L
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this
manual must be done at the times or mileages specified
to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving. Inspection and service should also be done
anytime a malfunction is suspected.
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
The message “Oil Change Required” will be displayed in
the DID and a single chime will sound, indicating that an
oil change is necessary.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 607

Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles
(805 km).
NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s oil
if it has been six months since your last oil change,
even if the oil change indicator message is NOT
illuminated.
• Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
• Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first. Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Driver Informa-
tion Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•
Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance
Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
608 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 609

Maintenance Chart — 6.4L
Miles:6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000 114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the engine oil and
engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the
first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before
scheduled maintenance.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect front suspension, tie
rod ends, and boot seals,
for cracks or leaks and all
parts for damage, wear,
improper looseness or end
play; replace if necessary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
610 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Miles:6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000 114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
If using your vehicle for any
of the following: dusty or
off-road conditions. Inspect
the engine air cleaner filter;
replace if necessary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings;
replace if necessary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect the exhaust system. X X X X X X X X X X X
Adjust the parking brake on
vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XXXXX
Inspect the manual trans-
mission fluid (If Equipped). XXXXXXX X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. X X X X X X X X
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 611

Miles:6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000 114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the manual trans-
mission fluid (if equipped). XX X
Change the rear axle fluid if
using your vehicle for any
of the following: police, taxi,
fleet or frequent trailer
towing. XX X
Replace the engine air
cleaner filter. XXXXX
Replace the air conditioning
filter. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect and replace the
PCV Valve if necessary X
Replace the spark plugs –
6.4L Engine ** X
612 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Miles:6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000 114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Flush and replace the en-
gine coolant at 120 months
if not done at 150,000 miles
(240,000 km). XX
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
WARNING!
•
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
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WARNING! (Continued)
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve-
hicle could result in a component malfunction and
effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 613

Tires ................................434
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode ..................... .274
Battery Saver On ...................... .274
Electrical Load Reduction .................274
Intelligent Battery Sensor ..................274
Locks ..................................31
Automatic Door .........................34
Auto Unlock ...........................34
Door .................................31
Power Door ............................33
Low Tire Pressure System ...................453
Lubrication, Body ........................ .545
Lug Nuts .............................. .499
Maintenance Free Battery ....................539
Maintenance Procedures ....................531
Maintenance Schedule .........600, 602, 604, 607, 610
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .243, 529 Manual
Backward ........................ .131, 132
Forward ......................... .131, 132
Rearward ............................ .131
Tilt ................................ .132
Manual Park Release ...................... .515
Manual, Service ......................... .622
Manual Transmission ................388, 557, 559
Fluid Level Check ...................557, 559
Map/Reading Lights ...................145, 198
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................555
Methanol .............................. .462
Mirrors ............................... .107
Electric Remote .........................115
Exterior Folding ........................114
Heated ...............................115
Outside ...........................114,115
Rearview ............................ .107
Vanity ...............................116
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Replacement Keys.........................18
Replacement Parts ........................ .530
Replacement Tires ........................ .449
Reporting Safety Defects ....................621
Restraint, Head ...................... .133, 134
Restraints, Child ...........................73
Restraints, Occupant ........................44
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................514
Rotation, Tires .......................... .452
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................96
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................99
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................621
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................95
Safety Information, Tire .....................428
Safety Tips ...............................95
Schedule, Maintenance ............600, 602, 604, 607
Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........55Energy Management Feature
................55
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................51
Lap/Shoulder Belts .......................48
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............53
Pregnant Women ........................54
Seat Belt Extender .......................53
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................55
Seat Belt Reminder .......................46
Seat Belt System .........................44
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .566
Seat Belt Reminder .........................46
Seat Belts ............................ .46, 96
Child Restraint ..........................73
Extender ..............................53
Front Seat ....................... .46, 48, 51
Inspection .............................96
Operating Instructions ....................51
Pregnant Women ........................54
Pretensioners ...........................55
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