transmission DODGE CHARGER 2015 7.G Owner's Manual

In order to push or tow the vehicle in cases where the transmission will not shift out of
PA R K ( s u c h a s a d e a d b a t t e r y ) , a M a n u a l P a r k R e l e a s e i s a v a i l a b l e . F o l l o w t h e s e s t e p s t o
use the Manual Park Release:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Remove the console storage bin to access the Manual Park Release lever.
3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool,
pop the plastic plate below the console
storage bin and the manual park release
tether will be visible.
4. Using the small screwdriver, fish the
tether strap up through the opening in
the console base.
5.Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the
center of the lever, and disengage the
lever locking tab by pushing it to the right.
6. While holding the locking tab in the
disengaged position, pull the tether
strap to rotate the lever up and rearward,
until it locks in place in the vertical
position. The vehicle is now out of PARK
and can be towed. Release the parking
brake only when the vehicle is securely
connected to a tow vehicle.
To Reset The Manual Park Release:
1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever,
on the rear side) rearward (away from the
lever) to unlatch the lever.
2. Rotate the Manual Park Release lever
forward and down, to its original posi-
tion, until the locking tab snaps into
place to secure the lever.
3. Pull up gently on the tether strap to
confirm that the lever is locked in its
stowed position.
4.Tu c k t h e t e t h e r s t r a p i n t o t h e b a s e o f t h e
console. Reinstall the console storage bin.
Console Storage Bin
Manual Park Release
1—TetherStrap2—LockingTab
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial
towing service.
TowingConditionWheels OFF TheGroundRWD MODELSAWD MODELS
Flat TowNONE
If transmissionis operable:•TransmissioninNEUTRAL•30mph(48km/h)maxspeed•30miles(48km)maxdistance
NOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift orDolly Tow
Front
NOT RECOMMENDED(but, if used, same limi-tations as above)NOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT RECOMMENDED
NOT RECOMMENDED,but, if used:•Ignitionin
ON/RUN position•TransmissioninNEUTRAL (NOT in
Park)
FlatbedALLBEST METHODBEST METHOD
Refer to your Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further information.
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FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking
motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
Push and hold the lock button on the shift lever. Then, shift back and forth between
REVERSE and DRIVE, while gently pushing the accelerator. Use the least amount of
accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels or racing the engine.
NOTE:
•ShiftsbetweenDRIVEandREVERSEcanonlybeachievedatwheelspeedsof5mph
(8 km/h) or less. Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for more than
2seconds,youmustpushthebrakepedaltoengageDRIVEorREVERSE.
•Pushthe“ESCOff”switch,toplacetheElectronicStabilityControl(ESC)systemin
“Partial Off” mode, before rocking the vehicle. Once the vehicle has been freed, push
the “ESC Off” switch again to restore "ESC On" mode.
CAUTION!
•When“rocking”astuckvehiclebyshiftingbetweenREVERSEandDRIVE,donot
spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.
•Revvingtheengineorspinningthewheelstoofastmayleadtotransmission
overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above
30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your
vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) when you are stuck. Do not let anyone
near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission –8-Speed TransmissionUse only MOPAR®ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ AutomaticTr a n s m i s s i o n F l u i d , o r e q u i v a l e n t . F a i l u r e t o u s e t h ecorrect fluid may affect the function or performanceof your transmission.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR®DOT 3 and SAEJ1703. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, thenDOT 4 is acceptable.
Front Axle We recommend you use MOPAR®Synthetic GearLubricant SAE 75W90 (API GL-5).
Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR®OD Synthetic GearLubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5).
Tr a n s f e r C a s e W e r e c o m m e n d y o u u s e M O PA R®Tr a n s f e r C a s e L u b r i -cant for BorgWarner 44–40.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS — SRT
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine/Intercooler Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR®Antifreeze/Coolant10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT coolant conform-ing to MS.90032.
Engine Oil For best performance and maximum protectionunder all types of operating conditions, the manufac-turer only recommends full synthetic engine oils.The manufacturer recommends the use of PennzoilUltraTM 0W-40 or equivalent MOPAR®engine oilmeeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-dard MS-12633 for use in all operating temperatures.
Engine Oil FilterMOPAR®Engine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Spark PlugsWe recommend you use MOPAR®Spark Plugs.
Fuel SelectionWe recommend you use Premium Unleaded91 Octane or higher.
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CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology
(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease
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.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
•Donotusewateraloneoralcohol-basedenginecoolant(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.
•Thisvehiclehasnotbeendesignedforusewithpropyleneglycol-basedengine
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
not recommended.
Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic TransmissionUse only MOPAR®ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ AutomaticTr a n s m i s s i o n F l u i d , o r e q u i v a l e n t . F a i l u r e t o u s e t h ecorrect fluid may affect the function or performance ofyour transmission.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR®DOT 3 brake fluid.If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 isacceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir —If EquippedWe recommend you use MOPAR®Hydraulic SystemPower Steering Fluid or equivalent meeting the require-ments of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10838.
Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR®LSD Synthetic GearLubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5).
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
12–10AmpRedAirConditioningClutch
13––Fuse – Spare
14––Fuse – Spare
15–20AmpYellowLeftHID–IfEquipped
16–20AmpYellowRightHID–IfEquipped
18 40 Amp Green –Radiator Fan #2 – If Equipped
19 50 Amp Red –Power Steering #2 / Radiator Fan(6.2L Supercharged)
20 30 Amp Pink –Wiper Motor
21 20 Amp Blue – Headlamp Washers – If Equipped /Police Feed
22 40 Amp Green /20 Amp Blue –Police
–EngineCoolingPump(6.2LSuper-charged) / Police Bat Feed#3–If Equipped
23 20 Amp Blue – Police Bat Feed # 1 – IfEquipped
24 20 Amp Blue – Police Bat Feed # 3 – IfEquipped
28––Fuse – Spare
29–15AmpBlueTransmissionControlModule(LA/LD Police)
30––Fuse – Spare
31–25AmpClearEngine Module
32––Fuse – Spare
33––Fuse – Spare
34–25AmpClearPowertrain #1
35–20AmpYellowPowertrain #2
36–10AmpRedAnti-LockBrakeModule
37–10AmpRedEngineController/RadFanRelays–If Equipped
38–10AmpRedAirbag Module
39–10AmpRedPowerSteeringModule/ACClutchRelay
48–10AmpRedAWDModule/FrontAxleDisconnect(LX) / Adaptive Cruise (LA) –If Equipped
49––Fuse – Spare
50––Fuse – Spare
51–20AmpYellowVacuum Pump
52–10AmpRedAdaptiveCruise(LD/LX)–If Equipped
53––Fuse – Spare
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AccessUconnect®..............65Access, Uconnect®...........65Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)(Cruise Control) . . . . . . . . . . . .45Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)..198Adding Washer Fluid..........198Adjustable Pedals............35Air BagAdvanced Front Air Bag.......20Advance Front Air Bag.......20Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Air Bag Warning Light . . . . . . . .20Driver Knee Air Bag.........21Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . .20Passenger Knee Air Bag.......21Rollover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Side Impacts.............20Air Bag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159Air Bag, Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Air Cleaner, Engine(Engine Air Cleaner Filter).....198Air Conditioner Maintenance.....198Air Conditioning........56,58,59Air Conditioning Refrigerant......198Air Conditioning System........198AlarmVehicle Security Alarm.......18Alarm (Security Alarm)......18,163Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . .194, 198Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198Anti-Lock Warning Light........159APPUconnect®Access..........67Appearance Care............198Arming System (Security Alarm)....18Assistance Towing...........159Automatic Headlights..........42Automatic High Beams.........42Automatic Oil Change Indicator....164Automatic Temperature Control(ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58Automatic Transmission.........53Adding Fluid........196, 197Autostick..............153Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . .196, 197Autostick................153
Axle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . .196, 197Axle Lubrication . . . . . . . . .196, 197
Back-Up Camera............52Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198Blind Spot Monitoring..........52Body Mechanism Lubrication.....198Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . .196, 197Brakes.................198Brake System.............198Fluid Check.........196, 197Master Cylinder..........198Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . .162Break-In Recommendations,New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . .38Bulb Replacement...........217Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217
Calibration, Compass.........143Capacities, Fluid............194Caps, FillerOil (Engine)............198Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198Changing A Flat Tire..........166Charging System Light.........159Child Restraint..............23Child RestraintsChild Tether AnchorageLocations...............25Lower Anchors And Tethers ForChildren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23CleaningWheels...............198Windshield Wiper Blades.....198Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . .56, 58Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81Clock Setting...............81Cluster Warning/Indicator LightsAnti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light . . .159Brake Warning Light . . . . . . . .162Charging System Light......159Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . .160Engine Temperature WarningLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161Front Fog Light Indicator . . . . .163High Beam Indicator.......163
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