maintenance schedule DODGE CHARGER 2014 7.G User Guide

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC . . . 2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT................4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .............6
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB .....................8
REMOTE START................10
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ ...........10
TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE .........14
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ..........14
SEATBELT ...................15
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) —
AIRBAGS ....................16
CHILD RESTRAINTS ..............17
FRONT SEATS .................21
REARSEATS ..................23
HEATED/VENTILATED SEATS .........24
HEATED AND COOLED CUPHOLDERS ....25
HEATED STEERING WHEEL ..........26
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS .............27
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN . . . 28
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . 29
TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAM
LEVER ......................30
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ..............31
SPEED CONTROL ...............32
ELECTRONIC SHIFTER — 3.6L ENGINE ....37
TRANSMISSION MODES/AUTOSTICK® ....38
CLIMATE CONTROLS .............40
POWER SUNROOF ...............42
WIND BUFFETING ...............43
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM ......44
IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO ...........46
Uconnect® 4.3 & 4.3S AT A GLANCE .....47
Uconnect® 8.4 & 8.4N AT A GLANCE .....48
RADIO ......................50
SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO ..........51
iPod®/CD/AUX CONTROLS ..........54
GARMIN® NAVIGATION .............56
SiriusXM TRAVEL LINK .............59
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS ....60
PLAYING iPod®/USB/MP3 DEVICES .....60
Uconnect® PHONE ...............62
Uconnect® VOICE COMMAND .........68
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) .................70
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES .........71
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER .....73
POWER OUTLET ................75
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM
TRAILERWEIGHTRATINGS) ..........77
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ..............77
SRT
AUTOSTICK®..................78ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING SYSTEM . . . 79SRT PERFORMANCE FEATURES .......80
SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES .......83
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE............84INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS..84
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .........88
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ........89
TIREFIT KIT ...................95
BATTERY LOCATION ..............101
JUMP-STARTING ...............101
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE — 5 SPEED
TRANSMISSION ................103
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .......106
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .........107
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ........108
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD.............109
FUEL DOOR RELEASE ............109
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ...........111
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES ...........114
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..........116
SRT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .......121
FUSES .....................125
TIRE PRESSURES ...............130
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE .......131
EXTERIOR BULBS ...............131
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER
CENTER....................132
CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMER
CENTER ....................132
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ...................132
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ..........132
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN
THEUNITEDSTATES .............133
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR® . . 134
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ’s .....................135
INDEX....................136
TABLE OF CONTENTS

CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technol-ogy (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may de-
crease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is
different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT)
engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a
non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an
emergency, the cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with
fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106), by an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not
use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible
with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not
recommended.
E-85 FLEXIBLE FUEL — (3.6L ENGINE ONLY)
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change
indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.
This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent
short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe
Operating Conditions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as
3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible,
within the next 500 miles (805 km).
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required”
will be displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is
necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash in the instrument cluster odometer
and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
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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
“Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in
your Owners Manual on the DVD for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or
twelve months, whichever comes first.
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 ofirregular 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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SRT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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 perfor-
mance and reliability. More frequent maintenance 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.
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required”
will be displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is
necessary.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.
This means that service 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, whichever 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
“Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in
your Owners Manual on the DVD for further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
• Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
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SRT Maintenance Chart
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
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
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
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X XXXXX X X X X X X
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs be-
fore scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXX X X X X X X
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions.
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. XX X X
X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. X X X XXX
Inspect the CV joints. X X X XXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X X X XXX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: po-
lice, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. XX X XInspect 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.
XX X X X X
Replace the engine air cleaner. X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X X X X
NOTE:
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months if not done at 150,000 miles (240,000 km).
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
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Event Data Recorder...........108
Exterior Lights ..............131
FlatTireChanging ............89
Fluid Capacities .............114
Fluids.................. .114
Fog Lights .................31
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .........107
Frequently Asked Questions .......135
Fuel Filler Door Emergency Release . . .110
Filler Door (Gas Cap) ........109
Specifications ............114
Fuse...................125
Fuses ..................125
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....73
GPS Navigation (Uconnect® gps) .....56
Headlights Automatic ..............31
Dimmer Switch ............32
HighBeam ..............31
HeatedMirrors ..............41
HeatedSeats...............24
HeatedSteeringWheel..........26
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .................31
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ....73
Hood Release ..............109
IdentifyingYourRadio ..........46
Instrument Cluster .............7
Indicators ...............7
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights ....84
Interior and Instrument Lights .......5
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....30
Introduction ................2
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control .......54,60
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio .....61
Jacking Instructions ...........91
Jack Location ..............89
Jack Operation ..............91
JumpStarting..............101
KeyFob...................8 LockTheDoors ............8 Unlock The Doors
...........8
Keyless Enter-N-Go ............10
Lock/Unlock .............10
Starting/Stopping ..........12
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Lock The Vehicle’s Doors .......8
Lane Change Assist ...........30
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ................18
Lights Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . .84
Locks Door ..................8
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) ................18
Maintenance Record ........120, 124
Maintenance Schedule .....116, 121, 123
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ............86
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column . .28
MemorySeat...............21
Mirrors Heated ................41
MOPAR® Accessories ..........134
Navigation Voice Commands .......
69
Navigation Voice Prompt Volume ....68
New Vehicle Break-In Period .......29
Oil Change Indicator ...........87
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ........87
Oil, Engine Capacity ...............114
Change Interval ...........87
Oil Pressure Light .............86
Outlet Power .................75
Overheating, Engine ...........88
Panic Alarm ................8
Pedals, Adjustable ............27
Phone (Uconnect®) ............62
Placard, Tire and Loading Information. .130
Power Deck Lid Release ...........14
INDEX
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Glass Sunroof............42
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . .75
Seats .................21
Steering ...............114
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column . .28
Preparation for Jacking ..........91
Programmable Electronic Features . .71, 80
Radio Operation .............50
Radio (Sound Systems) ........47, 48
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .......30
Rear Heated Seats ............25
Recreational Towing ............77
Remote Control TrunkRelease .............8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) LockTheDoors ............8
Unlock The Doors ...........8
Remote Starting Enter Remote Start Mode .......10
ExitRemoteStartMode .......10
HowToUseRemoteStart.......10
KeyFob ................10
Remote Starting System .......10
Remote Starting System .........10
Remote Trunk Release ..........14
ReplacementBulbs .......... .131
Reporting Safety Defects ........133
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ......87
Satellite Radio (Uconnect® studios) . . .51
Schedule,Maintenance.......116, 121
Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) . .15
Child Restraints ..........15,17
Energy Management Feature .....15
Engage The Automatic Locking
Mode .................19
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..........15
Seat Belt Pretensioner ........15
SeatBeltReminder ..........15
Seats ...................21
Heated ................24
Memory ................21
Power .................21
Ventilated ..............24 Security Alarm
Security Alarm ............14
Shift Lever Override ...........103
Signals, Turn ...............30
SIRIUSTravelLink ............59
SpareTire.................89
SparkPlugs................114
Speed Control Accel/Decel .............33
Mode Setting (ACC Only) .......34
Resume .............33,34
Set ..................32
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......32
SportMode................87
Sport Suspension Indicator ........87
SRTPerformanceFeatures........80
Starting Remote ................10
Steering Tilt Column ..............28
Wheel, Heated ............26
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ......60
SunRoof.................42
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag .................16
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ......20
Tilt Steering Column ...........28
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Manual ................28
T

IREFIT..................95
Tires Air Pressure .............130
Changing .............89,91
Flat Changing ............89
Jacking ................91
SpareTire ..............89
Towing...................77 Disabled Vehicle ...........106
Recreational .............77
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . . .77
Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight ......77
Trailer Weight ...............77
Transmission Fluid .................114
TrunkLid(DeckLid)............14
INDEX
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