rear axle DODGE CHARGER 2016 7.G User Guide

Loading
To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty
weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items
down low and be sure you distribute their weight as
evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely before
driving. If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you
have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within
the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight.
Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect
on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way
the brakes operate.
NOTE:
•Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed to the
rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR and
GAWRs.
• Refer to the “Tire Placard” for your vehicle’s proper
tire pressure.
TRAILER TOWING
In this section you will find safety tips and information
on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do
with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully
review this information to tow your load as efficiently
and safely as possible.
To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage,
follow the requirements and recommendations in this
manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
Common Towing Definitions
The following trailer towing related definitions will assist
you in understanding the following information:
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue
weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not
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exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle
Certification Label” in “Starting And Operating” for
further information.
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all
cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem-
porary) loaded in or on the trailer in itsloaded and
ready for operation condition.
The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your
fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight
of the trailer must be supported by the scale.
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle
and trailer when weighed in combination.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear
axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles
evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or
rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica-
tion Label” in “Starting And Operating” for further
information.
WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed the maximum
front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition
can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose
control of the vehicle and have a collision.
Tongue Weight (TW)
The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the
hitch ball by the trailer. You must consider this as part of
the load on your vehicle.
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Trailer And Tongue Weight
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on
your bumper or trailer hitch.Consider the following items when computing the
weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
•
The tongue weight of the trailer.
• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment
put in or on your vehicle.
• The weight of the driver and all passengers.
NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the
trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional
factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must
be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Refer to the “Tire And Loading Information” placard for
the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo
for your vehicle.
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▫Cooling System ..................... .573
▫ Brake System ....................... .579
▫ Automatic Transmission ................581
▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped .....583
▫ Rear Axle .......................... .583
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion .......................... .584
 FUSES ............................. .590
▫ Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .....591
▫ Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .....597
 VEHICLE STORAGE ....................605
 REPLACEMENT BULBS .................606 
BULB REPLACEMENT ..................608
▫ Front Low/High Beam Headlamp And
Park/Turn Lamp — Models With Halogen
Headlamps ......................... .608
▫ Front Low/High Beam Headlamp And
Park/Turn Lamp — Models With High
Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) .......609
▫ Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp ............609
▫ Front Fog Lamp ..................... .609
▫ Backup Lamps ....................... .609
▫ Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) . . .610
▫ License Lamp ....................... .610
550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped
The all wheel drive system consists of a transfer case and
front differential. The exterior surface of these compo-
nents should be inspected for evidence of fluid leaks.
Confirmed leaks should be repaired as soon as possible.
The transfer case fluid fill/inspection plug is located in
the middle of the rear housing. To inspect the transfer
case fluid level, remove the fill/inspection plug. The
fluid level should be even with the bottom of the hole.
Use this plug to add fluid as required.
The front differential fill plug is located on the outer cover
near the halfshaft attachment. To inspect the differential
fluid level, remove the fill plug. The fluid level should be
even with or slightly below the bottom of the hole.
Fluid Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Rear Axle
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons
the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be
inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the
fluid level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the
axle. The fluid level should be at the bottom of the fill
hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Change Axle Fluid
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission — 8-Speed Transmission Use only MOPAR ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the
correct 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.
Front Axle We recommend you use MOPAR Synthetic Gear
Lubricant SAE 75W90 (API GL-5).
Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR OD Synthetic Gear
Lubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5).
Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR Transfer Case
Lubricant for BorgWarner 44–40.
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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 Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. XX X XX
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals,
and replace if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle
fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. X X X X X X X
Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). X XX
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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 the rear axle fluid and on models
equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) change the
front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent
trailer towing. XX X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
622 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Axle Lubrication..................... .613, 616
Battery ............................ .273, 563
Charging System Light ...................273
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........24
Location ............................. .563
Belts, Seat .............................. .101
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................569
B-Pillar Location ......................... .457
Brake Assist System ...................... .440
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............437
Brake Fluid ......................... .613, 616
Brake, Parking .......................... .434
Brakes ................................ .436
Brake System ........................ .436, 579
Fluid Check ....................579, 613, 616
Master Cylinder ....................... .579
Parking ............................. .434
Warning Light ..................... .269, 436Brake/Transmission Interlock
.................417
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .........99
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................163
Bulb Replacement ..................... .606, 608
Bulbs, Light ......................... .103, 606
Camera, Rear ........................... .227
Capacities, Fluid ..........................611
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... .561
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................576
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............100, 488
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................495
Car Washes ............................ .584
Certification Label ........................ .495
Chains, Tire ............................ .475
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .516
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .452
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .555
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Floor Console........................... .251
Fluid, Brake ......................... .613, 616
Fluid Capacities ..........................611
Fluid Leaks ............................ .104
Fluid Level Checks ....................... .583
Automatic Transmission ..................582
Brake ............................... .579
Cooling System ........................ .573
Engine Oil ........................... .559
Transfer Case ......................... .583
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........613
Fog Lights ............................. .158
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .146
Forward Collision Warning ..................207
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................539
Fuel .................................. .483
Additives ............................ .486
Clean Air ............................ .484
Ethanol .......................... .485, 488Gasoline
............................. .483
Light ............................... .285
Materials Added ....................... .486
Methanol ............................ .485
Octane Rating ................483, 613, 614, 615
Requirements ......................... .483
Specifications ...................613, 614, 615
Tank Capacity ..........................611
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .488
Fuses ................................. .590
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ..........232, 239
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .484
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .483
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................484
Gear Ranges ............................ .419
Glass Cleaning .......................... .589
Gr

oss Axle Weight Rating ................496, 498
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..............496, 49710
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