check engine DODGE CHARGER 2014 7.G Owner's Guide

•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis-
sions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
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high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately
if the brake system warning light indicates system fail-
ure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-
forming underhood services.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
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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, and will require more frequent fluid and
filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid specifica-
tions.
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
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Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill 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 your next scheduled service
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
• 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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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 593

Brake System........................... .559
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .429
Fluid Check .......................... .559
Master Cylinder ....................... .559
Parking ............................. .426
Warning Light ........................ .320
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................399
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................225
Bulb Replacement ........................ .583
Bulbs, Light ............................ .100
Camera, Rear ........................... .277
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .588
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... .541
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................556
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...................96
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................488 Car Washes
............................ .565
Cellular Phone .......................... .373
Certification Label ........................ .488
Chains, Tire ............................ .463
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .508
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .441
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .317
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............96
Checks, Safety ............................96
Child Restraint ............................73
Child Restraints Child Seat Installation .....................91
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint .....86
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt ..................................88
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......81
Child Safety Locks .........................33
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .478
612 INDEX

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .324
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu............................... .324
EVIC Display ......................... .326
EVIC Messages ........................ .324
Remote Start ...........................29
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................44
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................521
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................505
Jacking .............................. .508
Jump Starting ......................... .517
Overheating .......................... .505
Towing ............................. .527
Emergency Trunk Release ....................44
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........535
Engine ................................ .534
Air Cleaner .......................... .543
Block Heater ......................... .396Break-In Recommendations
.................95
Checking Oil Level ..................... .538
Compartment ......................... .533
Compartment Identification ................533
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................552
Cooling ............................. .552
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................96
Fails to Start .......................... .395
Flooded, Starting ...................... .395
Fuel Requirements ..................... .477
Jump Starting ......................... .517
Oil................................. .538
Oil Change Interval ..................... .334
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .541
Oil Selection .......................... .540
Oil Synthetic ......................... .542
Overheating .......................... .505
Starting ............................. .392
Temperature Gauge ..................... .323
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Engine Oil Viscosity...................... .541
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................541
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............69
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .478
Event Data Recorder ........................72
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................96
Exhaust System ...........................96
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................110
Exterior Lighting ......................... .217
Exterior Lights .......................... .100
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .318
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .543
Air Conditioning ...................... .385
Engine Oil ........................... .542
Engine Oil Disposal .....................542 Flashers
Hazard Warning ....................... .505
Turn Signal .......................... .100
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .223
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .484
Engine Oil ........................... .483
Fuel Requirements ..................... .482
Maintenance .......................... .484
Replacement Parts ...................... .484
Starting ............................. .484
Flooded Engine Starting ....................395
Floor Console ........................... .303
Fluid, Brake ............................ .590
Fluid Capacities ......................... .588
Fluid Leaks ............................ .100
Fluid Level Checks ....................... .564
Automatic Transmission ..................562
Brake ............................... .559
616 INDEX

High Beam/Low Beam Select...............223
Illuminated Entry ........................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .217
Intensity Control ....................... .225
Interior ............................. .225
License ............................. .587
Lights On Reminder .....................220
Low Fuel ............................ .329
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........317
Map Reading ......................... .223
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........227
Passing ............................. .223
Reading ............................. .223
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .322
Security Alarm ........................ .320
Service .............................. .583
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .317
SmartBeams .......................... .218
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............316Traction Control
....................... .439
Turn Signal .......................... .100
Vanity Mirror ..........................112
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......314
Loading Vehicle ......................... .488
Capacities ........................... .490
Tires ............................... .447
Load Leveling System ..................... .308
Locks ..................................30
Automatic Door .........................32
Auto Unlock ...........................32
Child Protection .........................33
Door .................................30
Power Door ............................31
Low Tire Pressure System ...................466
Lubrication, Body ........................ .548
Lug Nuts .............................. .506
Maintenance Free Battery ....................543
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Maintenance Procedures....................538
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .592
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......317
Manual, Service ......................... .605
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................559
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............211
Memory Seat ............................211
Memory Seats and Radio ....................211
Methanol .............................. .478
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .337
Mirrors ............................... .108
Automatic Dimming .....................108
Electric Powered ........................111
Electric Remote .........................111
Exterior Folding ........................110
Heated ...............................112
Outside ............................. .109
Rearview ............................ .108
Vanity ...............................112 Mode
Fuel Saver ........................... .335
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................466
Mopar Parts ............................ .537
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .478
Multi-Function Control Lever .................222
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................95
Occupant Restraints ........................44
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................62
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................477
Odometer .............................. .315
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .315
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................315
Oil, Engine ............................. .538
Capacity ............................ .588
Change Interval ....................... .334
622 INDEX

Checking............................ .538
Dipstick ............................. .538
Disposal ............................. .542
Filter ............................... .542
Filter Disposal ........................ .542
Identification Logo ..................... .540
Materials Added to ..................... .542
Recommendation ...................... .540
Synthetic ............................ .542
Viscosity ............................ .541
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .542
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................535
Operating Precautions ..................... .535
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................109
Overdrive .............................. .416
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .416
Overheating, Engine ...................... .323Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)
.............4
Paint Care ............................. .564
Panic Alarm ..............................24
Parking Brake ........................... .426
ParkSense® System, Rear ....................269
Passing Light ........................... .223
Passive Entry .............................34
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .235
Pets ....................................95
Pets, Transporting ..........................95
Phone (Pairing) .......................... .153
Phone (Uconnect®) ....................... .123
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........448
Power Deck Lid Release ........................42
Distribution Center (Fuses) ................576
Door Locks ............................31
Mirrors ..............................111
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