load capacity DODGE CHARGER 2020 User Guide

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE297
NOTE:
Wheel valve stem must be replaced as well
when installing new tires due to wear and tear
in existing tires.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible. Protect
tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance
of many characteristics. They should be
inspected regularly for wear and correct cold
tire inflation pressures. The manufacturer
strongly recommends that you use tires
equivalent to the originals in size, quality and
performance when replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on “Tread Wear
Indicators” in this section. Refer to the Tire and
Loading Information placard or the Vehicle
Certification Label for the size designation of
your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for
your tire will be found on the original equipment
tire sidewall.
See the Tire Sizing Chart example found in the
“Tire Safety Information” section of this manual
for more information relating to the Load Index
and Speed Symbol of a tire.
It is recommended to replace the two front tires
or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire
can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling. If
you ever replace a wheel, make sure that the
wheel’s specifications match those of the
original wheels.
It is recommended you contact an authorized
tire dealer or original equipment dealer with any
questions you may have on tire specifications or
capability. Failure to use equivalent
replacement tires may adversely affect the
safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced
after six years, regardless of the remaining
tread. Failure to follow this warning can result
in sudden tire failure. You could lose control
and have a collision resulting in serious injury
or death.
WARNING!

Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating, or
speed rating other than that specified for
your vehicle. Some combinations of unap
-
proved tires and wheels may change suspen -
sion dimensions and performance
characteristics, resulting in changes to
steering, handling, and braking of your
vehicle. This can cause unpredictable
handling and stress to steering and suspen -
sion components. You could lose control and
have a collision resulting in serious injury or
death. Use only the tire and wheel sizes with
load ratings approved for your vehicle.

Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally
equipped on your vehicle. Using a tire with
a smaller load index could result in tire
overloading and failure. You could lose
control and have a collision.
Failure to equip your vehicle with tires
having adequate speed capability can
result in sudden tire failure and loss of
vehicle control.
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............................ 93Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction.............. 93Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor.............. 93Loading Vehicle................................... 202, 203Capacities................................................. 203Tires.......................................................... 290Locks Auto Unlock................................................. 29Automatic Door........................................... 30Child Protection........................................... 30Power Door.................................................. 26Low Tire Pressure System............................. 120Lubrication, Body........................................... 277Lug Nuts/Bolts.............................................. 308
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Maintenance................................................... 68Maintenance Free Battery............................. 271Maintenance Schedule............... 250, 254, 256Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)....................................... 98, 105ManualService...................................................... 394Media Hub..................................................... 383Methanol....................................................... 311Mirrors............................................................. 41Electric Powered......................................... 43Electric Remote........................................... 43Heated........................................................ 44
Outside........................................................ 43Rearview......................................41, 42, 212Vanity.......................................................... 44Modifications/AlterationsVehicle........................................................... 9Monitor, Tire Pressure System...................... 120Mopar Parts.................................................. 393MP3 Control.................................................. 383Multi-Function Control Lever............................ 45
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New Vehicle Break-In Period......................... 163
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Occupant Restraints..................................... 125Octane Rating,
Gasoline (Fuel)...................309, 310, 315, 318Oil Change Indicator........................................ 87Reset........................................................... 87Oil Filter, Change.......................................... 274Oil Filter, Selection........................................ 274Oil Pressure Light............................................. 97Oil, Engine................................... 272, 315, 318Capacity........................................... 313, 314Change Interval........................................ 272Checking................................................... 270Dipstick.................................................... 270Disposal................................................... 274Filter....................................... 274, 315, 318
Filter Disposal........................................... 274Identification Logo.................................... 273Materials Added To................................... 274Pressure Warning Light................................97Recommendation................... 272, 313, 314Synthetic................................................... 274Viscosity........................ 273, 274, 313, 314Onboard Diagnostic System.......................... 104Operating Precautions.................................. 104Operator ManualOwner's Manual....................................9, 394Outside Rearview Mirrors.................................43Overheating, Engine...................................... 242Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)................... 9
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Paddle Shift Mode........................................ 172Paddle Shifters............................................. 172Paint Care..................................................... 304Panic Alarm......................................................15Parking Brake............................................... 164ParkSense System, Rear............................... 191Passing Light....................................................46Passive Entry....................................................26Performance....................................................89Pets............................................................... 155Pinch Protection...............................................67Placard, Tire And Loading Information.......... 290

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Time Delay Headlight
..................................................... 47Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 290Tire Markings................................................. 286Tire Safety Information.................................. 286Tire Service Kit........................... 234, 235, 237Tires..........................157, 293, 298, 299, 303Aging (Life Of Tires)................................... 296Air Pressure............................................... 293Chains............................................. 301, 302Changing................................ 229, 234, 286Compact Spare......................................... 299Flat Changing............................................ 234General Information............... 293, 298, 299High Speed................................................ 295Inflation Pressure...................................... 294Jacking............................................ 230, 286Life Of Tires............................................... 296Load Capacity.................................. 290, 291Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).. 99, 120Quality Grading.......................................... 303Radial........................................................ 295Replacement................................... 234, 297
Rotation........................................... 302, 303Safety.............................................. 286, 293Sizes......................................................... 287Snow Tires................................................ 298Spare Tires....................230, 298, 299, 300Spinning................................................... 296Trailer Towing........................................... 207Tread Wear Indicators.............................. 296Wheel Mounting....................................... 234Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 308To Open Hood.................................................. 68Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight...................... 206Towing.......................................................... 203Behind A Motorhome................................ 210Disabled Vehicle....................................... 248Guide........................................................ 205Recreational............................................. 210Weight...................................................... 205Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 210Traction......................................................... 210Traction Control............................................ 113
Trailer Towing................................................ 203Cooling System Tips.................................. 209Hitches..................................................... 205Minimum Requirements........................... 206Tips........................................................... 209Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 206Wiring....................................................... 208Trailer Towing Guide..................................... 205Trailer Weight................................................ 205Transfer CaseFluid........................................315, 317, 318Transmission................................................. 167Automatic........................................ 167, 285Fluid.............................. 315, 317, 318, 320Maintenance............................................ 285Shifting..................................................... 165Transporting Pets.......................................... 155Tread Wear Indicators................................... 296Trunk Lid (Deck Lid).........................................68Trunk Release Remote Control........................68Turn Signals........................................... 48, 103
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