oil additives DODGE CHARGER 2022 Owners Manual

242SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems may void your warranty and could result in
civil penalties being assessed against you.
ENGINE OIL
Engine Oil Selection — 3.6L/5.7L Engines
Use only the manufacturer's recommended fluids
Úpage 291.
NOTE:
Hemi engines at times can tick right after startup
and then quiet down after approximately 30
seconds. This is normal and will not harm the
engine. This characteristic can be caused by short
drive cycles. For example, if the vehicle is started
then shut off after driving a short distance. Upon
restarting, you may experience a ticking sound.
Other causes could be if the vehicle is unused for an
extended period of time, incorrect oil, extended oil
changes or extended idling. If the engine continues
to tick or if the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
comes on, see the nearest authorized dealer.

American Petroleum Institute (API)
Approved Engine Oil
These symbols mean that the oil has been certified
by the API. The manufacturer only recommends API
trademark oils.
The API Starburst trademark certifies
0W-20, 0W-30 and 5W-30 engine oils.
The API Donut trademark certifies
0W-40 and 5W-40 engine oil.
Synthetic Engine Oils
Your engine was designed for synthetic engine oils,
only use synthetic API approved engine oils.
Synthetic engine oils which do not have both the
correct API trademark and the correct SAE viscosity
grade numbers should not be used.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against
the addition of any additives (other than leak
detection dyes) to the engine oil. Engine oil is an
engineered product and its performance may be
impaired by supplemental additives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil
Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine
oil and oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil
filters, indiscriminately discarded, can present a
problem to the environment. Contact an
authorized dealer, service station or governmental
agency for advice on how and where used oil and
oil filters can be safely discarded in your area.
ENGINE OIL FILTER
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new
filter at every engine oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
A full-flow type disposable oil filter should be used
for replacement. The quality of replacement filters
varies considerably. Only high quality Mopar®
certified filters should be used.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Only do service work for which
you have the knowledge and the proper
equipment. If you have any doubt about your
ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle
to a competent mechanic.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as
the chemicals can damage your engine. Such
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.

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BRAKE SYSTEM
In order to ensure brake system performance, all
brake system components should be inspected
periodically Ú page 234.
Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder
immediately if the Brake System Warning Light
indicates system failure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when
performing underhood services.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to
the top of the “FULL” mark on the side of the
master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it
may cause leaking in the system.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the
requirements described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be
expected to fall as the brake pads wear. However,
low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a
checkup may be needed.
Use only brake fluid that has been recommended
by the manufacturer, and has been kept in a tightly
closed container to avoid contamination from
foreign matter or moisture.
For further information Ú
page 291.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against
using any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an
engineered product and its performance may be
impaired by supplemental additives. Therefore, do
not add any fluid additives to the transmission.
Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in
abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive
lining wear, and possible brake damage. You
would not have your full braking capacity in an
emergency.
WARNING!
Use only manufacturer's recommended brake
fluid Úpage 291. Using the wrong type of
brake fluid can severely damage your brake
system and/or impair its performance. The
proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is
also identified on the original factory installed
hydraulic master cylinder reservoir.
To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that
has been in a tightly closed container. Keep
the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at
all times. Brake fluid in an open container
absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a
lower boiling point. This may cause it to boil
unexpectedly during hard or prolonged
braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. This
could result in a collision.
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result
in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts,
causing the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake
fluid can also damage painted and vinyl
surfaces, care should be taken to avoid its
contact with these surfaces.
Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contam -
inate the brake fluid. Brake seal components
could be damaged, causing partial or
complete brake failure. This could result in a
collision.
WARNING!
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300 Fails To Start
............................................... 87Flooded, Starting......................................... 87Fuel Requirements.......................... 287, 290Jump Starting.................................. 225, 226Oil........................................... 242, 290, 291Oil Filler Cap.............................................. 238Oil Filter..................................................... 242Oil Selection.................................... 242, 290Oil Synthetic.............................................. 242Overheating............................................... 228Starting....................................................... 84
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.. 196, 233
Ethanol.......................................................... 288Exhaust Gas Cautions.......................... 211, 212Exhaust System................................... 211, 247Exterior Lighting............................................... 44Exterior Lights......................................... 44, 211
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FiltersAir Cleaner
................................................. 243Air Conditioning.................................. 57, 244Engine Oil........................................ 242, 291Engine Oil Disposal................................... 242Flashers......................................................... 213Hazard Warning......................................... 213Turn Signals................................ 47, 81, 211
Flash-To-Pass................................................... 46Flooded Engine Starting................................... 87Floor Console................................................... 58Fluid Capacities............................................ 290Fluid Leaks................................................... 211Fluid Level ChecksBrake........................................................ 251Cooling System......................................... 248Engine Oil................................................. 240Fluid, Brake.................................................. 292Fog Lights........................................................ 46Fold-Flat Seats................................................. 31Folding Rear Seats........................................... 32Forward Collision Warning............................ 177Four-Way Hazard Flasher.............................. 213Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................ 231Fuel............................................................... 287Additives................................................... 288Clean Air................................................... 288Ethanol..................................................... 288Gasoline................................................... 287Materials Added....................................... 288Methanol.................................................. 288Octane Rating.................................. 287, 291Requirements.................................. 287, 290Specifications........................................... 291Tank Capacity........................................... 290Fuses............................................................ 252
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink).....................40Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 288Gasoline, Reformulated................................ 288Gear Ranges....................................................91Glass Cleaning.............................................. 285Gross Axle Weight Rating..................... 114, 115Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 114, 115GVWR............................................................ 114
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HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
.................................... 122Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 213Head Restraints........................................36, 37Head Rests............................................... 36, 37HeadlightsAutomatic....................................................46Cleaning.................................................... 283High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch..........45Lights On Reminder.....................................46On With Wipers............................................46Passing........................................................46Switch..........................................................44Time Delay...................................................46Washers.................................................... 240

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