engine DODGE CHARGER 2007 6.G Owners Manual

Miles 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000
(Kilometers) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000)
[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*XX XX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. X
Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and ten-
sioner. Replace if required.X
Replace thespark plugs.2.7L, 3.5L Engines. X
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV valve.*‡ X
Replace theengine timing belt.3.5L Engine. X
Change the Transfer Case Fluid - All Wheel Drive
(AWD) only.X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 102,000
miles if not done at 60 months.X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X
Rotate the tires. X X X X X
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Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000 126,000 132,000
(Kilometers) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) (210 000) (220 000)
[Months] [108] [114] [120] [126] [132]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if re-
quired.*XX XX
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. X X
Replace thespark plugs.5.7L Engine. X
Check and Inspect the accessory drive belt and ten-
sioner. Replace if required.X
Check and replace, if necessary, thePCV valve.*X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120
months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles.X
Rotate the tires. X X X X X
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Miles 138,000 144,000 150,000
(Kilometers) (230 000) (240 000) (250 000)
[Months] [138] [144] [150]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Inspect theair cleaner filterand replace if required.* X X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Inspect the front and rear brake linings and rotors. X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X
Rotate the tires. X X X
Change the Transfer Case Fluid - All Wheel Drive (AWD) only. X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Only do 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.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following describes the tire grading categories estab-
lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s
manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall
of the tires on your car.
All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
366 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 214
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 310
Adding Fuel.......................... 254
Adding Washer Fluid.................102,307
Adjustable Pedals....................... 104
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter).... 300
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 304
Air Conditioning....................180,182
Air Conditioning Controls................ 180
Air Conditioning Filter................188,305
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 189
Air Conditioning Refrigerant...........304,305
Air Conditioning System...........180,182,304
Air Pressure, Tires...................135,233
Airbag................................ 42
Airbag Deployment....................45,47
Airbag Light....................46,49,61,131
Airbag Maintenance...................... 49
Airbag, Side........................... 47
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........42,47
Alarm (Security Alarm).................. 135
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 15
Alignment and Balance.................. 239All Wheel Drive (AWD)............... 211,317
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 176
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........309,310,337
Disposal............................ 311
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 214
Anti-Lock Warning Light..............136,216
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 15
Anti-Theft System...................... 135
Appearance Care....................... 318
Auto Down Power Windows............... 29
Auto Up Power Windows................. 29
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 66
Automatic Door Locks..................24,25
Automatic Headlights.................... 96
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 182
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives..................... 317
Automatic Transmission.........200,205,316,317
Adding Fluid.....................317,339
Autostick........................... 209
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 317
Fluid Change........................ 317
370 INDEX

Fluid Level Check..................... 316
Fluid Type.......................... 339
Gear Ranges......................... 201
Shifting..........................200,205
Special Additives..................... 317
Torque Converter..................... 204
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . . 204
Autostick..........................207,209
Ball Joints............................ 306
Battery............................... 303
Emergency Starting.................... 282
Jump Starting........................ 282
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 21
Location.........................282,303
Bearings.............................. 318
Belts, Drive........................... 300
Belts, Seat............................. 34
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 306
B-Pillar Location....................... 228
Brake Assist System..................... 220
Brake, Parking......................... 213
Brake System.......................214,313Anti-Lock (ABS)...................... 214
Fluid Check......................315,339
Hoses.............................. 314
Master Cylinder...................... 315
Parking............................ 213
Warning Light....................133,214
Brakes............................... 214
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 200
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 59
Bulb Replacement...................... 331
Bulbs, Light........................... 330
Calibration, Compass.................... 142
Capacities, Fluid....................... 337
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 254
Oil (Engine)......................... 298
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 310
Car Washes........................... 319
Carbon Monoxide Warning.............60,253
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 178
Catalytic Converter..................... 301
CD (Compact Disc) Player.............150,157
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Cellular Phone.......................... 69
Chains, Tire........................... 240
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 274
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 225
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light).............. 293
Child Restraint.................51,52,53,55,57
Child Restraint Tether Anchors...........54,55
Child Safety Locks....................... 26
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 251
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 320
Climate Control........................ 180
Clock..........................152,158,169
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance........... 179
Compact Spare Tire..................... 235
Compass............................. 142
Compass Calibration.................... 142
Compass Variance...................... 143
Computer, Trip/Travel................... 140
Console.............................. 120
Console, Floor......................... 120
Console, Overhead...................... 108Contract, Service....................... 364
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)........ 310
Cooling System........................ 308
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 310
Coolant Capacity..................... 337
Coolant Level.....................308,311
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 311
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 309
Inspection........................... 311
Points to Remember................... 312
Pressure Cap........................ 310
Radiator Cap........................ 310
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)....309,337,338
Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 105
Cruise Light........................... 129
Cup Holder........................ 119,322
Customer Assistance.................... 362
Data Recorder, Event..................... 49
Daytime Running Lights.................. 97
Dealer Service......................... 294
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 190
Defroster, Windshield...............61,181,186
372 INDEX

Delay (Intermittent) Wipers............... 101
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 292
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 98
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 311
Door Locks............................ 23
Door Locks, Automatic................... 24
Door Opener, Garage.................... 109
Drive Belts............................ 300
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 212
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System).... 172
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 68
Electrical Power Outlets.................. 117
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)..... 105
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).......... 221
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light..... 130
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)..... 137
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 284
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 272
Jacking............................. 274Jump Starting........................ 282
Overheating......................... 272
Towing............................. 285
Emission Control System Maintenance....293,342
Engine.........................289,290,291
Air Cleaner.......................... 300
Block Heater......................... 197
Break-In Recommendations............... 59
Checking Oil Level.................295,296
Compartment..................289,290,291
Coolant (Antifreeze)................308,338
Cooling............................ 308
Exhaust Gas Caution................60,253
Fails to Start......................... 195
Flooded, Starting..................... 195
Fuel Requirements.................250,337
Oil ..........................295,337,338
Oil Change Interval................... 297
Oil Filler Cap........................ 298
Oil Selection......................297,337
Oil Synthetic......................... 299
Overheating......................... 272
Temperature Gauge................... 130
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Enhanced Accident Response Feature......... 48
Ethanol.............................. 251
Event Data Recorder..................... 49
Exhaust Gas Caution...............60,253,308
Exhaust System......................60,307
Exterior Folding Mirrors.................. 67
Exterior Lighting........................ 95
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 300
Air Conditioning..................188,305
Engine Fuel......................... 301
Engine Oil.......................300,338
Engine Oil Disposal................... 299
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 272
Turn Signal........................98,131
Flash-To-Pass........................... 98
Flat Tire Changing...................... 274
Flooded Engine Starting.................. 195
Floor Console.......................... 120
Fluid Capacities........................ 337
Fluid Leaks............................ 61Fluid Level Checks
Brake.............................. 315
Cooling System....................... 308
Engine Oil.......................295,296
Power Steering....................... 305
Fluids............................... 338
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts........ 338
Fog Lights..........................97,133
Folding Rear Seat....................... 93
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 284
Front Suspension Ball Joints............... 306
Front Wheel Bearings.................... 318
Fuel................................. 250
Adding............................. 254
Clean Air........................... 251
Ethanol............................. 251
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)................... 254
Filter.............................. 301
Gasoline............................ 250
Gauge............................. 129
Hoses.............................. 313
Methanol........................... 251
Octane Rating.....................250,338
374 INDEX

Requirements.....................250,337
Tank Capacity........................ 337
Fuel System Caution.................... 255
Fueling.............................. 254
Fuses................................ 323
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .......... 109
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)..............254,293
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 251
Gasoline (Fuel)........................ 250
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 251
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 130
Fuel............................... 129
Speedometer......................... 129
Tachometer.......................... 129
Gear Ranges.......................... 201
General Information.................15,22,249
Glass Cleaning......................... 321
Gross Axle Weight Rating..............257,259
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............257,259
GVWR ............................... 257Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™)............ 69
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 272
Head Restraints......................... 91
Headlights
Cleaning............................ 321
High Beam........................... 98
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 98
Lights On Reminder.................... 97
On With Wipers....................96,102
Passing............................. 98
Switch.............................. 95
Time Delay........................... 96
Heated Seats........................... 91
Heater............................... 180
Heater, Engine Block.................... 197
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch.... 98
Hitches
Trailer Towing....................... 262
Holder, Cup........................... 119
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter.... 109
Hood Release.......................... 94
Hoses............................312,313
INDEX 375
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