automatic transmission DODGE CHARGER 2013 7.G Owner's Guide

WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s recommended transmission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fluid specifications. It is
important to maintain the transmission fluid at the
correct level using the recommended fluid. No chemical
flushes should be used in any transmission; only the
approved lubricant should be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fluid speci-
fications.
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Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require
adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine
fluid level checks are not required, therefore the transmis-
sion has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can check your
transmission fluid level using special service tools.
If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction,
visit your authorized dealer immediately to have the
transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle
with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis-
sion damage.
CAUTION!
•If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your au-
thorized dealer immediately. Severe transmission
damage may occur. Your authorized dealer has the
proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – 8-Speed Transmission We recommend you use Shell L12108 Transmission Fluid.
Automatic Transmission – 5-Speed Transmission We recommend you
ONLYuse MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR® Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent
meeting MS-11655, such as Fuchs EG ZH 3044 or Pentosin CHF 11s.
Front Axle We recommend you use API GL-5 SAE 75W90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant.
Rear Axle We recommend you use API GL-5 SAE 75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant.
Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR® Transfer Case Lubricant for
BorgWarner 44–40.
586 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission as
needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before the
oil indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
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
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police,
taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing
(five-speed only). X
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
(five-speed only). X
Change transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or
frequent trailer towing (All Wheel Drive Only). XX
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Automatic Headlights..................... .220
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............334
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........384
Automatic Transmission ....................402
Adding Fluid ......................... .563
Autostick ............................ .418
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................563
Fluid Change ......................... .563
Fluid Level Check ...................... .561
Fluid Type ........................... .561
Special Additives ...................... .562
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .......410
Autostick .............................. .418
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................33
Auto Up Power Windows ....................41
Axle Fluid ............................. .586
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) .................586Battery
................................ .544
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Location ............................. .544
Belts, Seat ...............................49
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................549
B-Pillar Location ......................... .448
Brake Assist System ...................... .434
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............433
Brake Fluid ............................ .586
Brake, Parking .......................... .429
Brake System ........................... .559
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .431
Fluid Check .......................... .559
Master Cylinder ....................... .559
Parking ............................. .429
Warning Light ........................ .322
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................401
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Fuel Requirements..................... .481
Maintenance .......................... .485
Replacement Parts ...................... .485
Starting ............................. .485
Flooded Engine Starting ....................397
Floor Console ........................... .304
Fluid, Brake ............................ .586
Fluid Capacities ......................... .584
Fluid Leaks ............................ .102
Fluid Level Checks ....................... .564
Automatic Transmission ..................562
Brake ............................... .559
Cooling System ........................ .553
Engine Oil ........................... .539
Transfer Case ......................... .563
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........585
Fog Lights ............................. .223
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .212
Forward Collision Warning ..................268 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
.....................522
Fuel .................................. .476
Additives ............................ .479
Clean Air ............................ .477
Conserving ........................... .336
Ethanol ............................. .477
Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....................320
Gasoline ............................. .476
Gauge .............................. .320
Light ............................... .331
Materials Added ....................... .479
Methanol ............................ .477
Octane Rating ......................... .476
Requirements ......................... .476
Saver Mode .......................... .336
Specifications ......................... .585
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ank Capacity ......................... .584
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .481
Fuel Optimizer .......................... .336
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Sentry Key Replacement.....................17
Service Assistance ........................ .597
Service Contract ......................... .600
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . .319
Service Manuals ......................... .602
Shifting ............................... .399
Automatic Transmission ..................399
Shift Lever Override ...................... .524
Shoulder Belts ............................49
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage ................54
Side Airbag ..............................70
Side View Mirror Adjustment .................111
Signals, Turn ........................... .102
SmartBeams ............................ .221
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................463
Snow Tires ............................. .456
Sound System Kicker .............................. .371
Spare Tire .............................. .458Spark Plugs
............................ .585
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ .585
Oil................................. .585
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................240
Speedometer ............................ .320
Starting .................................27
Automatic Transmission ..................394
Cold Weather ......................... .397
Engine Fails to Start .....................397
Remote ...............................27
Starting and Operating .....................394
Starting Procedures ....................... .394
Steering Column Lock ......................... .234
Power .............................. .427
Tilt Column .......................... .234
Wheel, Heated ........................ .236
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .234
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Replacement.......................... .461
Rotation ............................. .465
Safety .............................. .441
Sizes ............................... .443
Snow Tires ........................... .456
Spare Tire ............................ .510
Spinning ............................ .460
Trailer Towing ........................ .500
Tread Wear Indicators ....................460
Tire Safety Information .....................441
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................496
Towing ............................... .491
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .527
Guide .............................. .496
Recreational .......................... .505
Weight .............................. .496
Traction ............................... .424
Traction Control ......................... .434
Trailer Towing .......................... .491Cooling System Tips
.....................504
Hitches ............................. .495
Minimum Requirements ..................498
Tips................................ .503
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................496
Wiring .............................. .501
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .496
Trailer Weight ........................... .496
Transfer Case ........................... .563
Fluid ............................... .563
Maintenance .......................... .563
Transmission Automatic ........................... .399
Fluid ............................... .561
Maintenance .......................... .561
Shifting ............................. .399
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ransmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .25
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .21
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........21
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