trailer DODGE CHARGER 2022 Owner's Manual

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE237
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. X
XX
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X
1. The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
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
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have
any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. This could
cause an accident.
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For further information on GAWR, vehicle loading,
and trailer towing Ú page 114.
To determine the maximum loading conditions of
your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should never
exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on the Tire and Loading
Information placard. The combined weight of
occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue
weight (if applicable) should never exceed the
weight referenced here.
Steps For Determining Correct Load
Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle's placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of
the driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the
driver and passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs. (4) The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if “XXX”
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5x150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded on the
vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and luggage
load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,
load from your trailer will be transferred
to your vehicle. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the
available cargo and luggage load
capacity of your vehicle.
Metric Example For Load Limit
For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg and
there will be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle,
the amount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 295 kg (635-340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as
shown in step 4.
NOTE:
If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
The following table shows examples on how to
calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing
capacities of your vehicle with varying seating
configurations and number and size of occu
-
pants. This table is for illustration purposes only
and may not be accurate for the seating and
load carry capacity of your vehicle.
For the following example, the combined weight
of occupants and cargo should never exceed
865 lbs (392 kg).
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Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive
50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a
rapid loss of inflation pressure. This rapid loss of
inflation is referred to as the Run Flat mode. A Run
Flat mode occurs when the tire inflation pressure is
of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a Run Flat tire
reaches the Run Flat mode it has limited driving
capabilities and needs to be replaced immediately.
A Run Flat tire is not repairable. When a Run Flat
tire is changed after driving with underinflated tire
condition, please replace the TPMS sensor as it is
not designed to be reused when driven under Run
Flat mode 14 psi (96 kPa) condition.
NOTE:TPMS Sensor must be replaced after driving the
vehicle on a flat tire condition.
It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at
full capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the
Run Flat mode.
See the Tire Pressure Monitoring System section
for more information.
Tire Spinning
When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions,
do not spin your vehicle's wheels above 30 mph
(48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds
continuously without stopping.
For further information Úpage 231.
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment
tires to help you in determining when your tires
should be replaced.

Tire Tread
These indicators are molded into the bottom of the
tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the
tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm).
When the tread is worn to the tread wear
indicators, the tire should be replaced.
For further information Ú
page 276.
Life Of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying
factors including, but not limited to:
Driving style.
Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pres -
sures can cause uneven wear patterns to
develop across the tire tread. These abnormal
wear patterns will reduce tread life, resulting in
the need for earlier tire replacement.
Distance driven.
Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V
or higher, and Summer tires typically have a
reduced tread life. Rotation of these tires per
the vehicle scheduled maintenance is highly
recommended.
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)
for more than 30 seconds continuously when
you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a
spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
1 — Worn Tire
2 — New Tire
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.

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Heated Mirrors
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High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch... 45
Hill Start Assist.............................................. 172Hitches Trailer Towing............................................ 117Holder, Coin..................................................... 58HomeLink (Garage Door Opener).................... 40Hood Prop........................................................ 65Hood Release.................................................. 65
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Ignition............................................................ 16Switch......................................................... 16Indicator LightsBlue............................................................. 82Green.......................................................... 81White........................................................... 82Yellow.......................................................... 81Information Center, Vehicle............................. 70Inside Rearview Mirror............................ 38, 213Instrument Cluster.................................... 67, 69Descriptions................................................ 81Display................................................. 69, 72Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning.................... 284Interior Appearance Care............................... 284Interior Lights.................................................. 47
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Jack Location................................................ 217Jump Starting...................................... 225, 226
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Key FobArm The System
.......................................... 20Programming Additional Key Fobs............... 15Unlatch The Trunk....................................... 14Key Fob Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................................... 14
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry).. 15
Keyless Enter 'n Go™................................ 24, 86Enter The Trunk........................................... 14Passive Entry............................................... 24Passive Entry Programming......................... 24Keys................................................................. 13
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Lane Change And Turn Signals........................ 47Lane Change Assist......................................... 47LaneSense.................................................... 109Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 185Latches......................................................... 211Hood............................................................ 65Lead Free Gasoline....................................... 287
Leaks, Fluid................................................... 211Life Of Tires................................................... 275Light Bulbs........................................... 211, 261Lights............................................................ 211Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Vehicle.....................................................81Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set WithoutTarget Vehicle..........................................81Air Bag...................................... 76, 190, 210Automatic Headlights..................................46Brake Assist Warning................................ 172Brake Warning................................... 76, 286Bulb Replacement.................................... 261Cruise...................................................81, 82Daytime Running.........................................45Dimmer Switch, Headlight...........................45ECO Mode Indicator.....................................81Electric Power Steering Fault.......................77Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Active Warning........................................78
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator....77
Exterior.............................................. 44, 211Fog...............................................................46Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF Indicator...........................................81Front Fog Indicator......................................81
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306 Tire And Loading Information Placard
........... 270Tire Markings................................................. 265Tire Safety Information.................................. 264Tire Service Kit.................................... 221, 223Tires................................... 211, 273, 277, 281Aging (Life Of Tires)................................... 275Air Pressure............................................... 273Chains....................................................... 280Changing................................................... 216Compact Spare......................................... 277General Information........................ 273, 277High Speed................................................ 274Inflation Pressure...................................... 273Jacking...................................................... 216Life Of Tires............................................... 275Load Capacity............................................ 270Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).. 80, 179Quality Grading.......................................... 281Radial........................................................ 274Replacement............................................. 276Rotation.................................................... 281Safety.............................................. 264, 273Sizes.......................................................... 266Snow Tires................................................. 277Spare Tires............................. 217, 277, 278Spinning.................................................... 275Trailer Towing............................................ 119Tread Wear Indicators............................... 275Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 286
To Open Hood.................................................. 65Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight...................... 118Towing.......................................................... 115Behind A Motorhome................................ 121Disabled Vehicle....................................... 232Guide........................................................ 117Recreational............................................. 121Weight...................................................... 117Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 121Traction......................................................... 121Traction Control............................................ 173Trailer Towing............................................... 115Hitches..................................................... 117Minimum Requirements........................... 118Tips........................................................... 120Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 118Wiring....................................................... 119Trailer Towing Guide..................................... 117Trailer Weight................................................ 117Transfer Case Fluid......................................................... 292Transmission................................................... 90Automatic...........................................90, 251Fluid......................................................... 292Maintenance............................................ 251Shifting........................................................ 89Transporting Pets.......................................... 209Tread Wear Indicators.................................. 275
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid).........................................65Trunk Release Remote Control........................65Turn Signals..............................................47, 81
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UconnectPhone Call Features
................................. 158Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone................................... 160Uconnect Settings.......................................19Uconnect Phone................................... 154, 156Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress..................... 159Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress............................ 159Bluetooth Communication Link................ 162Call Continuation...................................... 160Call Controls............................................. 158Call Termination....................................... 160Cancel Command..................................... 154Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device After Pairing.................... 156Help Command......................................... 154Join Calls.................................................. 160Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite................................................ 157Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Progress............................................... 159

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