transmission oil DODGE CHARGER 2011 7.G Owners Manual

Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
an accident.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For
the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle”. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL
OILS MUST NEVER BE USED.
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter-
preted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is
illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle,
in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to
boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust
components and cause a fire.
Oil Change Due
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “Oil Change Due” message will
flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds
after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next
scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon
your personal driving style.Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. To
turn off the message temporarily, press and release the
MENU button. To reset the oil change indicator system
(after performing the scheduled maintenance), perform
the following procedure:
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON/
RUN position (Do not start the engine.)
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times
within 10 seconds.
3. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the
OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
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down until the preferred setting is highlighted, then
press and release the SELECT button until a check-mark
appears next to the setting, showing that the setting has
been selected.
Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle
Info” displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button.
Press the UP and DOWN button to scroll through the
available information displays, then press SELECT to
display any one of the following choices.
•Coolant Temp
Displays the actual coolant temperature.
•Oil Temperature
Displays the actual oil temperature.
•Oil Pressure
Displays the actual oil pressure.
•Trans Temperature
Displays the actual transmission temperature.
•Engine Hours
Displays the number of hours of engine operation.
•Tire Pressure
Shows the actual tire pressure for each tire (EXCLUDING
THE SPARE TIRE).
Messages #
Select from Main Menu using the UP or DOWN buttons.
This feature shows the number of stored warning mes-
sages (in the # place holder). Pressing the SELECT button
will allow you to see what the stored messages are.
Pressing the BACK button takes you back to the Main
Menu.
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Over-Temperature Mode
The transmission electronics constantly monitor the
transmission oil temperature. If the transmission exceeds
normal operating temperature, the transmission will
change the way it shifts to help control the condition.
This may result in a slightly different feeling or response
during normal operation in the DRIVE position. After the
transmission cools down, it will return to normal
operation.
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the
PARK position when the ignition light is in the OFF
position. To move the shift lever out of the PARK
position, the ignition switch must be turned to the RUN
position by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button
once or twice (engine running or not) and the brake pedal
must be pressed.
Five-Speed Automatic Transmission
Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be
done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the
vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake
pedal when moving the shift lever between these gears.
Shift Lever
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Driving through standing water may cause dam-
age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al-
ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil,
transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination
(i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance)
after driving through standing water. Do not con-
tinue to operate the vehicle if any fluid appears
contaminated, as this may result in further dam-
age. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
•Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious
internal damage to the engine. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
WARNING!
•Driving through standing water limits your vehi-
cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph
(8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
•Driving through standing water limits your vehi-
cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stop-
ping distances. Therefore, after driving through
standing water, drive slowly and lightly press on
the brake pedal several times to dry the brakes.
•Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out, and leave you
stranded.
•Failure to follow these warnings may result in
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
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64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 64,000 miles (104 000 km).
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L Engine).
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏ Inspect the 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.
❏ Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing — All Wheel Drive
(AWD).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or
90 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
120,000 miles (195 000 km).
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid
and filter(s).
❏ Replace the accessory drive belt(s).
❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the
front axle fluid – All Wheel Drive
(AWD).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
128,000 miles (208 000 km).
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L Engine).
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the 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.
❏ Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi,
fleet, or frequent trailer towing — All Wheel Drive (AWD).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 96
Automatic Door Locks ................... 30,31
Automatic Headlights .................... 190
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ............. 293
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 338
Automatic Transaxle Special Additives ..................... 488
Automatic Transmission .............355,488,489
Adding Fluid .................... 489,512
Autostick .......................... 359
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 489
Fluid Change ....................... 489
Fluid Level Check .................... 489
Fluid Type ......................... 512
Gear Ranges ........................ 356
Shifting ........................... 355
Special Additives ..................... 488
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ..... 358
Autostick ............................. 359 Axle Fluid
............................. 512
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 512
B-Pillar Location ........................ 384
Battery ............................... 471
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 23
Location ........................... 471
Belts, Seat ............................ 46,86
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 476
Brake Assist System ...................... 372
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 371
Brake Fluid ............................ 512
Brake System ........................... 486
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..................... 369
Fluid Check ..................... 486,512
Master Cylinder ..................... 486
Parking ........................... 366
Warning Light ....................... 281
Brake, Parking .......................... 366
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Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 355
Brakes ............................... 486
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 84
Brightness, Interior Lights .................. 197
Bulb Replacement ..................... 505,506
Bulbs, Light .......................... 88,505
Camera, Rear ........................... 243
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 510
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ..................... 468,469
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 483
Car Washes ............................ 491
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............85,414
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 421
Cellular Phone .......................... 329
Certification Label ....................... 422
Chains, Tire ............................ 397
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 439 Chart, Tire Sizing
........................ 380
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............278,463
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 84
Checks, Safety ........................... 84
Child Restraint .................... 73,75,78,82
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............77,78
Child Safety Locks ........................ 33
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 411
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 493
Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 476
Climate Control ......................... 330
Coin Holder ........................... 265
Cold Weather Operation ................... 350
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 329
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 392
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 295
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Engine Oil Disposal................... 470
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 194
Flashers Hazard Warning ..................... 438
Turn Signal .................... 88,193,275
Flat Tire Changing ....................... 439
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 417
Engine Oil ......................... 417
Fuel Requirements ................. 415,416
Maintenance ........................ 418
Replacement Parts .................... 418
Starting ........................... 417
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 351
Floor Console .......................... 265
Fluid Capacities ......................... 510
Fluid Leaks ............................. 88 Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission ................ 489
Brake ............................. 486
Cooling System ...................... 481
Engine Oil ......................... 467
Transfer Case ....................... 490
Fluid, Brake ........................... 512
Fluids ................................ 511
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 511
Fog Lights .......................... 192,275
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 181
Forward Collision Warning ..............232,289
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 452
Fuel ................................. 410
Additives .......................... 413
Clean Air .......................... 411
Conserving ......................... 294
Ethanol ............................ 411
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .................. 280
548 INDEX