automatic transmission DODGE CHARGER SRT 2014 7.G Owner's Manual

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emissions control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
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WARNING!(Continued)
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 a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed 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.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
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recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used
in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should
be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and
filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid specifica-
tions.
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 supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Fail-
ure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or
performance of your transmission. We recommend
MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 brake fluid. If
DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+ 4, or MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission
Fluid.
Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR® Synthetic Gear Lu-
bricant SAE 75W–90 (API GL-5) in addition to MOPAR®
Friction Modifier — Hypoid Gear Additive).
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54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or
54 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect the exhaust system.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of
the following: police, taxi, fleet, or other severe usage.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all
parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or
114 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect the exhaust system.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all
parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months or 150,000 miles (240 000 km)
whichever comes first.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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Automatic Headlights..................... .220
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............334
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........388
Automatic Transmission .................404, 533
Adding Fluid ...................... .533, 559
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................533
Fluid Change ......................... .533
Fluid Level Check ...................531, 532
Fluid Type ........................... .559
Special Additives ...................... .532
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................33
Auto Up Power Windows ....................42
Axle Fluid ............................. .559
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) .................559
Battery ................................ .514
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Location ............................. .514
Remote Battery Replacement ................25Transmitter Battery Replacement
.............25
Belts, Seat ........................... .50, 100
Bluetooth® Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio
Device After Pairing .....................159
Connect Or Disconnect Link Between the Uconnect®
Phone And Mobile Phone ..............144, 175
Pair (Link) Uconnect® Phone To A Mobile
Phone .............................. .130
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................519
B-Pillar Location ......................... .443
Brake Assist System ...................... .428
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............426
Brake Fluid ............................ .559
Brake, Parking .......................... .422
Brake System ........................... .529
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .425
Fluid Check ....................... .530, 559
Master Cylinder ....................... .530
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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
596 INDEX

Sentry Key Replacement.....................17
Service Assistance ........................ .581
Service Contract ......................... .583
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . .318
Service Manuals ......................... .586
Shifting ............................... .402
Automatic Transmission ..................402
Shift Lever Override ...................... .501
Shoulder Belts ............................50
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage ................55
Side Airbag ..............................70
Side View Mirror Adjustment .................111
Signals, Turn ..................... .102, 225, 315
SmartBeams ............................ .221
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................458
Snow Tires ............................. .451
Sound System Kicker .............................. .376
Spare Tire .......................... .453, 454Spark Plugs
............................ .558
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ .558
Oil................................. .558
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ............240, 244
Speedometer ............................ .319
Starting ............................. .27, 397
Automatic Transmission ..................397
Cold Weather ......................... .400
Engine Fails to Start .....................400
Remote ...............................27
Starting and Operating .....................397
Starting Procedures ....................... .397
Steering Column Controls ...................... .224
Column Lock ......................... .234
Power ........................... .420, 421
Tilt Column ....................... .234, 235
Wheel, Heated ........................ .236
606 INDEX

Safety........................... .436, 447
Sizes ............................... .438
Snow Tires ........................... .451
Spinning ............................ .455
Tread Wear Indicators ....................455
Tire Safety Information .....................436
Towing ............................... .479
Behind a Motorhome .....................479
Recreational .......................... .479
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........479
Traction ............................... .417
Traction Control ......................... .427
Trailer Towing .......................... .479
Transmission Automatic ..................... .402, 404, 531
Fluid ............................ .531, 559
Maintenance .......................... .531
Shifting ............................. .402
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .25 Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry) ............................. .22, 25
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........22
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .455
Trip Odometer .......................... .315
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .....................44, 46
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................46
Trunk Release Remote Control .................44
Turn Signals ......................... .225, 315
UCI Connector .......................... .376
Uconnect® Advanced Phone Connectivity ...........144, 175
Customer Programmable Features ...........368
Operation ........................ .128, 153
Phone Call Features ..................135, 165
Phone Features .....................139, 170
Screen Activated Features .................341
608 INDEX