cooling DODGE CHARGER SRT 2014 7.G User Guide

applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the
system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with
fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) only ac-
cording to Chrysler Service Manual procedure or by an
authorized dealer. Check the front of the radiator for any
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently
spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the
face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.
If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti-
freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recoverybottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE
CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains
visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and
flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to MS-
12106).
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
NOTE:
Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead
to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is
needed to be added to the system please contact your
local authorized dealer.
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Selection Of Coolant
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine
damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool-
ant is different and should not be mixed with
Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat-
ible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling
system in an emergency, the cooling system will
need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh
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CAUTION! (Continued)
OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106), by an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional
rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not
be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and
may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze).
Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) is not recommended.
Adding Coolant
Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine
coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS-12106) that
allows extended maintenance intervals. This engine cool-
ant (antifreeze) can be used up to ten years or 150,000
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miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To prevent reduc-
ing this extended maintenance period, it is important that
you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform-
ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle.
Please review these recommendations for using Organic
Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze)
that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-12106. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•We recommend using MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive
Technology) that meets the requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard MS-12106.
• Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant
that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concen-
trations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below
34° 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:
• Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could
lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is
needed to be added to the system please contact your
local authorized dealer.
• Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom-
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
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HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency,
have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with
OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as
possible.
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 tank.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
•Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is
overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool
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WARNING! (Continued)
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 Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
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•Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti-
freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant
expansion bottle must also be protected against freez-
ing.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
• Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-
12106) and distilled water for proper corrosion protec-
tion of your engine which contains aluminum compo-
nents.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean. •
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis-
sions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
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
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 19 Gallons72 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
6.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified) 7 Quarts6.6 Liters
Cooling System *
6.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant (OAT cool-
ant conforming to MS-12106) 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or
equivalent) 15.2 Quarts
14.4 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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Cold Weather Operation....................400
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............379
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .453
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .337
Connector UCI................................ .376
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........376
Conserving Fuel ......................... .335
Console, Floor .......................... .306
Contract, Service ......................... .583
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........527
Cooling System .......................... .523
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............525
Coolant Capacity ...................... .557
Coolant Level ..................... .523, 528
Disposal of Used Coolant .................527
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................524
Inspection ........................... .528
Points to Remember .....................528 Pressure Cap
......................... .527
Radiator Cap ......................... .527
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......525, 557, 558
Corrosion Protection ...................... .534
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................244
Cupholders ......................... .302, 540
Customer Assistance ...................... .581
Customer Programmable Features ..........342, 357
Data Recorder, Event .......................74
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............229
Daytime Running Lights ....................222
Dealer Service ........................... .510
Deck Lid, Emergency Release .................46
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................44
Defroster, Rear Window .....................309
Defroster, Windshield ...................100, 386
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................230
Diagnostic

System, Onboard .................508
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INDEX 593

Emergency Deck Lid Release..................46
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................499
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................482
Jump Starting ......................... .495
Overheating .......................... .482
Emergency Trunk Release ....................46
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........508
Engine ................................ .507
Air Cleaner .......................... .514
Block Heater ......................... .401
Break-In Recommendations .................97
Checking Oil Level ..................... .512
Compartment ......................... .507
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................523, 558
Cooling ............................. .523
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................99, 472
Fails to Start .......................... .400
Flooded, Starting ...................... .400Fuel Requirements
..................... .468
Jump Starting ......................... .495
Oil .......................... .512, 557, 558
Oil Change Interval ..................334, 512
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .513
Oil Selection ...................... .512, 557
Oil Synthetic ......................... .513
Overheating .......................... .482
Starting ............................. .397
Temperature Gauge ..................... .324
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .513
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............71
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .469
Event Data Recorder ........................74
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................99, 472
Exhaust System ....................... .99, 521
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................112
Exterior Lighting ......................... .219
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INDEX 595

Exterior Lights.......................... .102
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .319
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .514
Air Conditioning ....................391, 517
Engine Oil ........................ .513, 558
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .482
Turn Signal .....................102, 225, 315
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .225
Flooded Engine Starting ....................400
Floor Console ........................... .306
Fluid, Brake ............................ .559
Fluid Capacities ......................... .557
Fluid Leaks ............................ .102
Fluid Level Checks ....................... .533
Automatic Transmission ..................532
Brake ............................... .530Cooling System
........................ .523
Engine Oil ........................... .512
Power Steering ........................ .421
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........558
Fog Lights .......................... .223, 315
Folding Rear Seat .........................211
Forward Collision Warning ...............269, 329
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................499
Fuel .................................. .468
Additives ............................ .471
Clean Air ............................ .469
Conserving ........................... .335
Ethanol ............................. .469
Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....................319
Gasoline ............................. .468
Gauge .............................. .319
Light ............................... .330
Materials Added ....................... .471
Methanol ............................ .469
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