trunk DODGE CHARGER SRT 2012 7.G Owner's Manual

WARNING!
Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
Preparations For Jump-Start
The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk.
Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the
engine compartment for jump-starting.
NOTE:The remote battery posts are viewed by standing
on the right side of the vehicle looking over the fender.
Remote Battery Posts
1 — Remote Positive(+) Post
2 — Remote Negative(-) Post 434 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
Preparations For Jump-Start
The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk.
Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the
engine compartment for jump-starting.
NOTE:The remote battery posts are viewed by standing
on the right side of the vehicle looking over the fender.
Remote Battery Posts
1 — Remote Positive(+) Post
2 — Remote Negative(-) Post 434 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are
recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
NOTE:The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump starting. Refer to “Jump-
Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for
further information.
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Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are
recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
NOTE:The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump starting. Refer to “Jump-
Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for
further information.
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•Insects, tree sap, and tar.
•Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
•Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
Washing
•
Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-
hicle in the shade using MOPARCar Wash or a mild
car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with
clear water.
•If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu-
lated on your vehicle, use MOPARSuper Kleen Bug
and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove.
•Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR
Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains
and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to
scratch the paint.
•Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing
that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish.
CAUTION!
•Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials
such as steel wool or scouring powder that will
scratch metal and painted surfaces.
•Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi
(8 274 kPa) can result in damage or removal of
paint and decals.
Special Care
•
If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once
a month.
•It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear
and open.
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•Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
•Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
Washing
•
Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-
hicle in the shade using MOPARCar Wash or a mild
car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with
clear water.
•If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu-
lated on your vehicle, use MOPARSuper Kleen Bug
and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove.
•Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR
Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains
and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to
scratch the paint.
•Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing
that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish.
CAUTION!
•Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials
such as steel wool or scouring powder that will
scratch metal and painted surfaces.
•Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi
(8 274 kPa) can result in damage or removal of
paint and decals.
Special Care
•
If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once
a month.
•It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear
and open.
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Rear Power Distribution Center
There is also a power distribution center located in the
trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center
contains fuses and relays.CAUTION!
•When installing the power distribution center
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the power distribution
center and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
Rear Power Distribution Center
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There is also a power distribution center located in the
trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center
contains fuses and relays.CAUTION!
•When installing the power distribution center
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the power distribution
center and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
Rear Power Distribution Center
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REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Bulb Number
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps............. W5W
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp............. 562
Overhead Console Reading Lamp............. 578
Visor Vanity Lamps.....................A6220
Glove Box Lamp – If Equipped............... 194
Door Courtesy.......................... 562
Shift Indicator Lamp.................JKLE14140
Optional Door Map Pocket/Cupholder........ LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
NOTE:For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer
for replacement instructions.
All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass
cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved
and should not be used for replacement.Exterior Bulb Number
Low Beam Headlamp (Standard Halogen)...... H11
Low Beam Headlamp – High Intensity Discharge
(HID)................................ D3S
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
High Beam Headlamp....................9005
Front Park/Turn Lamp...................3157A
Front Fog Lamp – If Equipped............PSX24W
Front Side Marker........................ 168
Rear Tail Lamp......................... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Stop/Turn Lamp.................... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Side Marker........................ 168
Backup Lamp..........................3157
Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)....... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
License................................ 168
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Interior Bulb Number
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps............. W5W
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp............. 562
Overhead Console Reading Lamp............. 578
Visor Vanity Lamps.....................A6220
Glove Box Lamp – If Equipped............... 194
Door Courtesy.......................... 562
Shift Indicator Lamp.................JKLE14140
Optional Door Map Pocket/Cupholder........ LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
NOTE:For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer
for replacement instructions.
All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass
cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved
and should not be used for replacement.Exterior Bulb Number
Low Beam Headlamp (Standard Halogen)...... H11
Low Beam Headlamp – High Intensity Discharge
(HID)................................ D3S
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
High Beam Headlamp....................9005
Front Park/Turn Lamp...................3157A
Front Fog Lamp – If Equipped............PSX24W
Front Side Marker........................ 168
Rear Tail Lamp......................... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Stop/Turn Lamp.................... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Side Marker........................ 168
Backup Lamp..........................3157
Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)....... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
License................................ 168
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this, you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb
yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of
HID headlamps when the headlight switch is turned
ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electro-
cution if not serviced properly. See your authorized
dealer for service.
NOTE:On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps,
when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to
the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after
approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges.
Backup Lamps
1. Open trunk.
2. Remove fastener from cover.
3. Remove cover.
4. Twist the bulb one quarter turn to remove.
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yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of
HID headlamps when the headlight switch is turned
ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electro-
cution if not serviced properly. See your authorized
dealer for service.
NOTE:On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps,
when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to
the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after
approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges.
Backup Lamps
1. Open trunk.
2. Remove fastener from cover.
3. Remove cover.
4. Twist the bulb one quarter turn to remove.
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Door Locks, Automatic.................... 30
Door Opener, Garage..................... 242
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 363
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water...................... 364
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy.... 290
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 265
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 97
Electrical Power Outlets................... 254
Electronic Brake Control System............. 373
Anti-Lock Brake System................ 373
Brake Assist System................... 374
Traction Control System................ 373
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses).... 477
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)....204,207
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 375Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC).......................239,281
Emergency Deck Lid Release................ 41
Emergency Trunk Release................... 41
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 437
Hazard Warning Flasher............... 422
Jump Starting....................... 433
Overheating........................ 422
Towing............................ 440
Emission Control System Maintenance......... 446
Engine............................... 445
Air Cleaner......................... 452
Block Heater........................ 351
Break-In Recommendations.............. 81
Checking Oil Level................... 449
Compartment....................... 445
Coolant (Antifreeze)................462,491
Cooling........................... 462
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Door Opener, Garage..................... 242
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 363
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water...................... 364
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy.... 290
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 265
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 97
Electrical Power Outlets................... 254
Electronic Brake Control System............. 373
Anti-Lock Brake System................ 373
Brake Assist System................... 374
Traction Control System................ 373
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses).... 477
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)....204,207
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 375Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC).......................239,281
Emergency Deck Lid Release................ 41
Emergency Trunk Release................... 41
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 437
Hazard Warning Flasher............... 422
Jump Starting....................... 433
Overheating........................ 422
Towing............................ 440
Emission Control System Maintenance......... 446
Engine............................... 445
Air Cleaner......................... 452
Block Heater........................ 351
Break-In Recommendations.............. 81
Checking Oil Level................... 449
Compartment....................... 445
Coolant (Antifreeze)................462,491
Cooling........................... 462
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Steering........................... 367
Sunroof........................... 251
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......... 199
Windows........................... 36
Power Steering Fluid..................... 492
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 53
Pretensioners
Seat Belts........................... 51
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 394
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 465
Radio Operation........................ 329
Rain Sensitive Wiper System................ 197
Rear Camera........................... 239
Rear Cupholder......................... 260
Rear Park Sense System................... 231
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 178Rear Window Defroster................... 265
Rear Window Features.................... 265
Rearview Mirrors........................ 94
Recorder, Event Data...................... 69
Recreational Towing...................... 420
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 411
Refrigerant............................ 455
Release, Hood.......................... 184
Reminder, Lights On..................... 188
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 51
Remote Control
Starting System....................... 25
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 326
Remote Starting System.................... 25
Remote Trunk Release..................... 39
Replacement Bulbs....................... 486
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 448
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Sunroof........................... 251
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......... 199
Windows........................... 36
Power Steering Fluid..................... 492
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 53
Pretensioners
Seat Belts........................... 51
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 394
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 465
Radio Operation........................ 329
Rain Sensitive Wiper System................ 197
Rear Camera........................... 239
Rear Cupholder......................... 260
Rear Park Sense System................... 231
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 178Rear Window Defroster................... 265
Rear Window Features.................... 265
Rearview Mirrors........................ 94
Recorder, Event Data...................... 69
Recreational Towing...................... 420
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 411
Refrigerant............................ 455
Release, Hood.......................... 184
Reminder, Lights On..................... 188
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 51
Remote Control
Starting System....................... 25
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 326
Remote Starting System.................... 25
Remote Trunk Release..................... 39
Replacement Bulbs....................... 486
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 448
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Transporting Pets........................ 81
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 398
Trip Odometer.......................... 271
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)....................39,41
Trunk Release Remote Control............... 39
Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 41
Turn Signals.........................189,271
UCI Connector......................... 326
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 519
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 326
Universal Transmitter..................... 242
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 410
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 48
Vanity Mirrors........................... 98
Vehicle Certification Label................. 418
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................388,418,419Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................339,485
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 17
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 451
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 422
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)............. 271
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 516
Washer
Adding Fluid....................... 458
Washers, Windshield................195,196,458
Washing Vehicle......................... 473
Water
Driving Through..................... 364
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 474
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 474
Wind Buffeting.......................39,253
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Tread Wear Indicators.................... 398
Trip Odometer.......................... 271
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)....................39,41
Trunk Release Remote Control............... 39
Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 41
Turn Signals.........................189,271
UCI Connector......................... 326
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 519
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 326
Universal Transmitter..................... 242
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 410
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 48
Vanity Mirrors........................... 98
Vehicle Certification Label................. 418
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................388,418,419Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................339,485
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 17
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 451
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 422
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)............. 271
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 516
Washer
Adding Fluid....................... 458
Washers, Windshield................195,196,458
Washing Vehicle......................... 473
Water
Driving Through..................... 364
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 474
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 474
Wind Buffeting.......................39,253
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