cooling DODGE CHARGER SRT 2010 7.G User Guide

CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may
result in engine damage and may decrease corro-
sion protection. If a non-HOAT engine coolant
(antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system
in an emergency, it should be replaced with the
specified engine coolant (antifreeze) as soon as
possible.
•Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi-
tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they
may not be compatible with the radiator engine
coolant (antifreeze) and may plug the radiator.(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
•This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
Adding Coolant
Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine
coolant (antifreeze) coolant that allows extended mainte-
nance intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be
used up to five years or 102,000 miles (170 000 km) before
replacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte-
nance period, it is important that you use the same
engine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your
vehicle. Please review these recommendations for using
Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine
coolant (antifreeze).
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When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or
equivalent.
•Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant
(antifreeze) and distilled water. Use higher concentra-
tions (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below34°F
(37°C) are anticipated.
•Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant
(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system. Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE:
Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will
decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and
will require more frequent engine coolant (antifreeze)
changes.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery bottle.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
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WARNING!
•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on
the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre-
caution. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze)
when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or
remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat
causes pressure to build up in the cooling system.
To prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the
pressure cap while the system is hot or under
pressure.
•Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal of Used Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposalrules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it
to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child
or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up
any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the engine coolant (antifreeze) level is
adequate. With the engine OFF and cold, the level of the
engine coolant (antifreeze) in the bottle should be be-
tween the ranges indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en-
gine coolant (antifreeze). Advise your service attendant
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of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is
satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once
a month.
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to
maintain the proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
Points to Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles
(kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle.
•Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the
radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If engine
coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, contents of
coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against
freezing.
•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle
does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling
system should be pressure tested for leaks.
•Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at
50% HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze) (minimum)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of
your engine, which contains aluminum components.
•Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery
bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 19 Gallons72 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-40, API Certified) 7 Quarts6.6 Liters
Cooling System *
6.1 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent) 15.2 Quarts 14.4 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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ConnectorUCI ................................ 215
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......... 215
Console, Floor .......................... 153
Console, Overhead ....................... 139
Contract, Service ........................ 405
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 351
Cooling System ......................... 348
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 350
Coolant Capacity ...................... 380
Coolant Level ...................... 349,352
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 352
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 349
Inspection ........................... 352
Points to Remember .................... 353
Pressure Cap ......................... 351
Radiator Cap ......................... 351
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......349,380,381
Corrosion Protection ..................... 358 Cruise Control (Speed Control)
.............. 136
Cruise Light ........................... 163
Cupholders ......................... 152,363
Customer Assistance ..................... 403
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 132
Daytime Running Lights ................... 128
Dealer Service .......................... 334
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ................ 36
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 35
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 156
Defroster, Windshield ................... 74,235
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 133
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 332
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 130
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... 336
Power Steering ........................ 259
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 327
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INDEX 415

DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 352
Engine Oil ........................... 338
Door Locks ............................. 25
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 27
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 140
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................... 255
Through Flowing, Rising, or
Shallow Standing Water ................. 256
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 226
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 156
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 84
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 149
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 265
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 136
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 267
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...... 164Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
.... 174
Emergency Deck Lid Release ................ 36
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............... 325
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 310
Jump Starting ......................... 321
Overheating .......................... 310
Towing ............................. 327
Emergency Trunk Release ................... 36
Emission Control System Maintenance ......333,384
Engine ............................... 331
Air Cleaner .......................... 338
Block Heater ......................... 245
Break-In Recommendations ................ 71
Checking Oil Level ..................... 336
Compartment ......................... 331
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................. 349,381
Cooling ............................. 348
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 73,302
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Fluid Level ChecksAutomatic Transmission ................. 356
Brake .............................. 354
Cooling System ....................... 349
Engine Oil ........................... 336
Power Steering ........................ 259
Fluids ................................ 381
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 381
Fog Lights .......................... 129,167
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 124
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 325
Fuel ................................. 298
Adding ............................. 302
Additives ............................ 300
Clean Air ............................ 298
Ethanol ............................. 299
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................... 302
Gasoline ............................ 298
Gauge .............................. 163 Materials Added
....................... 300
Methanol ............................ 299
Octane Rating ...................... 298,381
Requirements ......................... 298
Specifications ......................... 381
Tank Capacity ........................ 380
Fuel System Caution ..................... 303
Fueling ............................... 302
Fuses ................................ 364
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 140
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...............302,332
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 298
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 298
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 298
Gauges Coolant Temperature ................... 164
Fuel ............................... 163
Speedometer ......................... 163
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