maintenance DODGE CHARGER 2015 7.G User Guide

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC.......3
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT...............6INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...........8
GETTING STARTED
KEY FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10REMOTE START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™.........14TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE.......17VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM........18SEAT BELT SYSTEMS............19SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM(SRS) — AIR BAGS.............20CHILD RESTRAINTS............23HEAD RESTRAINTS.............27FRONT SEATS................28REAR SEATS.................31HEATED/VENTILATED SEATS........32HEATED STEERING WHEEL........34ADJUSTABLE PEDALS...........35TILT/TELESCOPING STEERINGCOLUMN...................36
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-INRECOMMENDATIONS............38TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGHBEAM LEVER.................40HEADLIGHT SWITCH............42ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL......43ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC)....45LANESENSE.................51PA R K V I E W®REAR BACK-UP CAMERA . . 52BLIND SPOT MONITORING.........52EIGHT-SPEED AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION...............53AUTOSTICK/STEERING WHEEL MOUNTEDPA D D L E S H I F T E R S..............54SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCECONTROL....................55MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS.......56AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS(ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58POWER SUNROOF..............60WIND BUFFETING..............61
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM....62IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO.........64Uconnect®ACCESS.............65Uconnect®5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Uconnect®8.4A...............91Uconnect®8.4AN.............118
Uconnect®PHONE.............132STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS..142DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID)..142PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES.......147UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER . . 148POWER OUTLET..............151
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS(MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHTRATINGS)..................152RECREATIONAL TOWING(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)......152
SRT
AUTOSTICK.................153DRIVE MODES................155SRT PERFORMANCE FEATURES.....155SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES....158
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE..........159INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNINGLIGHTS...................159INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATORLIGHTS...................163IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS......165JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING.....166TIRE SERVICE KIT.............172BATTERY LOCATION............178JUMP-STARTING..............178MANUAL PARK RELEASE —8SPEEDTRANSMISSION.........180TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE.....182FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE.......183EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR).....184
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD...........185ENGINE COMPARTMENT.........186FLUID CAPACITIES — NON-SRT.....194FLUID CAPACITIES — SRT........194FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINEPA RT S — N O N - S RT............195FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINEPA RT S — S RT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 9 6MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES......198MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE —NON-SRT...................198MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — SRT . . . 203FUSES....................208TIRE PRESSURES.............213SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED......214FUEL DOOR RELEASE..........215WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE....217REPLACEMENT BULBS..........217
TABLE OF CONTENTS

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
3.6L And 5.7L Engine Break-In
For vehicles equipped with the 3.6L or 5.7L use the following engine break-in recom-
mendations:
Alongbreak-inperiodisnotrequiredforthedrivetrain(engine,transmission,clutch,and
rear axle) in your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 mi (500 km). After the initial 60 mi (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. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant installed at the factory is high-quality and
energy-conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be consistent with anticipated
climate and conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended
viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.
NOTE:
Anewenginemayconsumesomeoilduringitsfirstfewthousandmiles(kilometers)of
operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as
an indication of difficulty. Please check your oil level with the engine oil indicator often
during the break in period. Add oil as required.
6.4L Engine Break-In
For vehicles equipped with the 6.4L use the following engine break-in recommendations:
Despite modern technology and World Class manufacturing methods, the moving parts of
the vehicle must still wear in with each other. This wearing in occurs mainly during the first
500 miles (805 km) and continues through the first oil change interval.
It is recommended for the operator to observe the following driving behaviors during the
new vehicle break-in period:
0to100miles(0to161km):
•Donotallowtheenginetooperateatidleforanextendedperiodoftime.
•Depresstheacceleratorpedalslowlyandnotmorethanhalfwaytoavoidrapid
acceleration.
•Avoidaggressivebraking.
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Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light
This light informs you of a problem with the system.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the
ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK
position; the light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable.
However, see an authorized dealer immediately. If the light is flashing when the engine is
running, immediate service is required, and you may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle or engine stall, and your vehicle may require towing.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size
than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should
determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires).
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more
of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale
illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to
the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
tread life and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST THE AIR
PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE VEHICLE PLACARD OR
TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR.
NOTE:
AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES
BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the
driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Yo u r v e h i c l e h a s a l s o b e e n e q u i p p e d w i t h a T P M S m a l f u n c t i o n i n d i c a t o r t o i n d i c a t e w h e n
the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with
the low tire pressure telltale.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Main-
tenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable
supplement on the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — NON-SRT
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n a u t o m a t i c o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e o i l c h a n g e
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).
The “Oil Change Required” message will be displayed in the DID and a single chime will
sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Yo u r a u t h o r i z e d d e a l e r w i l l r e s e t t h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r m e s s a g e a f t e r c o m p l e t i n g t h e
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
“Driver Information Dispay (DID)” 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.
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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:
•Checkengineoillevel
•Checkwindshieldwasherfluidlevel
•Checktirepressureandlookforunusualwearordamage.Rotatetiresatthefirstsign
of irregular wear, even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
•Checkthefluidlevelsofthecoolantreservoir,brakemastercylinder,andpower
steering (If Equipped) and fill as needed.
•Checkfunctionofallinteriorandexteriorlights
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
•Rotatethetires.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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Maintenance Chart
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
Additional InspectionsInspect the CV joints. X X X X XInspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replaceif necessary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid(All Wheel Drive Only).
XX X X
Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. X X X X X X XAdjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel discbrakes.
XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). X X XAdditional MaintenanceReplace engine air filter. X X X X XReplace cabin/air conditioning filter. X X X X X X XReplace spark plugs.**
X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
XX
Inspect the transfer case fluid. Change the 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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MAINTENANCE RECORD
Odometer Date Signature, Autho-
rized Service Center
20,000 Miles(32,000 km) or2Years30,000 Miles(48,000 km) or3Years40,000 Miles(64,000 km) or4Years50,000 Miles(80,000 km) or5Years60,000 Miles(96,000 km) or6Years70,000 Miles(112,000 km) or7Years80,000 Miles(128,000 km) or8Years
Odometer Date Signature, Autho-
rized Service Center
90,000 Miles(144,000 km) or9Years100,000 Miles(160,000 km) or10 Years110,000 Miles(176,000 km) or11 Years120,000 Miles(192,000 km) or12 Years130,000 Miles(208,000 km) or13 Years140,000 Miles(224,000 km) or14 Years150,000 Miles(240,000 km) or15 Years
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — SRT
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 forscheduled maintenance.
A“OilChangeRequired”messagewillbedisplayedintheDIDandasinglechimewillsound, 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 aspossible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:
•Theoilchangeindicatormessagewillnotmonitorthetimesincethelastoilchange.Change your vehicle's oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, even if theoil change indicator message is NOT illuminated.
•Changeyourengineoilmoreoftenifyoudriveyourvehicleoff-road/trackusageforanextended period of time.
•Undernocircumstancesshouldoilchangeintervalsexceed6,000miles(10,000km)or six months, whichever comes first.
Yo u r a u t h o r i z e d d e a l e r w i l l r e s e t t h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r m e s s a g e a f t e r c o m p l e t i n g t h escheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than yourauthorized 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“Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in yourOwners Manual on the DVD for further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Checktheengineoillevel.Referto“MaintenanceProcedures/EngineOil”in“Main-taining Your Vehicle” for further information.•Checkthewindshieldwashersolventandaddifrequired.
Once A Month
•Checktirepressureandlookforunusualwearordamage.
•Inspectthebattery,andcleanandtightentheterminalsasrequired.
•Checkthefluidlevelsofthecoolantreservoir,brakemastercylinder,andpowersteering
(6.2L Only), and add as needed.
•Checkalllightsandotherelectricalitemsforcorrectoperation.
At Each Oil Change
•Changetheengineoilfilter.
•Inspectthebrakehosesandlines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
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SRT — Maintenance ChartMiles:
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
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000
114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months:
6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
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
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the engine oiland engine oil filter.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires,rotate at the first signof irregular wear, evenif it occurs beforescheduled mainte-nance.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehiclefor any of the follow-ing: dusty or off-roadconditions. Inspectthe engine air cleanerfilter; replace ifnecessary.
XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the brakelinings; replace ifnecessary.
XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X X X X X X X XInspect the exhaustsystem.
XXXXXXXXXXXX
Adjust the parkingbrake on vehiclesequipped with fourwheel disc brakes.
XXXXX
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SRT MAINTENANCE RECORD
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized
Service Center
6,000 Miles(10,000 km) or6Months12,000 Miles(20,000 km) or12 Months18,000 Miles(30,000 km) or18 Months24,000 Miles(40,000 km) or24 Months30,000 Miles(50,000 km) or30 Months36,000 Miles(60,000 km) or36 Months42,000 Miles(70,000 km) or42 Months
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized
Service Center
48,000 Miles(80,000 km) or48 Months54,000 Miles(90,000 km) or54 Months60,000 Miles(100,000 km) or60 Months66,000 Miles(110,000 km) or66 Months72,000 Miles(120,000 km) or72 Months78,000 Miles(130,000 km) or78 Months
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