battery DODGE CHARGER SRT 2015 7.G Service Manual

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. MOPAR® engine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom-
mended.
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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WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water.
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
•The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that
should not be disconnected and should only be
replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
Battery Location
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501

CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
(+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
•If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner should
be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the
start of each warm season. This service should include
cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test.
Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time.
WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the
system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
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CavityCartridge FuseMini-FuseDescription
34—10 Amp Red Steering Column
Module/Clock/Spare –
Police
35—5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor
36—15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve
– If Equipped
37—20 Amp Yellow Radio
38—15 Amp Blue – LD/LX
20 Amp Yellow – LA
Console Power Outlet/
Console Media Hub (LD/
LX)
Power Outlet Inside Arm
Rest/Console Media Hub
(LA)
40——Fuse — Spare
41——Fuse — Spare
4230 Amp Pink—Rear Defrost
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (e.g., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
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.
Interior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Rear Courtesy/Reading LampsW5W
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp562
Overhead Console Reading Lamp578
Visor Vanity LampsA6220
Glove Box Lamp – If Equipped194
542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Driver Informa-
tion Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance
Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering (6.2L Only), and
add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 553

Alarm (Security Alarm)......................18
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................511
Disposal..............................514
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................406
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................251
Appearance Care.........................521
Arming System (Security Alarm)...............18
Assist, Hill Start..........................414
Auto Down Power Windows..................40
Automatic Door Locks......................31
Automatic Headlights......................146
Automatic High Beams.....................147
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........337
Automatic Transmission....................377
Adding Fluid..........................520
Autostick.............................384
Fluid and Filter Changes..................520
Fluid Change..........................520
Fluid Level Check.......................519
Fluid Type............................550
Special Additives.......................519
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode.......383
Autostick...............................384
Auto Unlock, Doors........................32
Auto Up Power Windows....................40
Axle Fluid..............................550
Axle Lubrication..........................550
Battery.................................500
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........24
Location..............................500
Belts, Seat...............................98
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................505
B-Pillar Location..........................424
Brake Assist System.......................409
Brake Control System, Electronic..............406
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INDEX 573

Lights On Reminder.....................149
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).........251
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness)...........155
Passing..............................151
Reading..............................152
Seat Belt Reminder......................251
Security Alarm.........................251
Service...............................542
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .251
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............251
Traction Control........................416
Turn Signal...........................100
Vanity Mirror..........................118
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)......251
Loading Vehicle..........................458
Capacities............................460
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..424
Locks..................................29
Automatic Door.........................31
Auto Unlock...........................32
Child Protection.........................32
Door.................................29
Power Door............................31
Low Tire Pressure System...................443
Lubrication, Body.........................505
Lug Nuts...............................465
Maintenance Free Battery....................500
Maintenance Procedures....................496
Maintenance Schedule......................552
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......251
Manual, Service..........................567
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................517
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)...............139
Memory Seat............................139
Memory Seats and Radio....................139
Methanol...............................451
Mirrors................................108
582 INDEX

Replacement...........................439
Rotation..............................442
Safety...............................418
Sizes................................419
Snow Tires............................434
Spinning.............................438
Tread Wear Indicators....................438
Tire Safety Information.....................418
Tire Service Kit...........................467
To Open Hood...........................144
Towing................................461
Behind a Motorhome.....................461
Recreational...........................461
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........461
Traction................................397
Traction Control..........................409
Trailer Towing...........................461
Transmission
Automatic............................374
Fluid................................519
Maintenance...........................519
Shifting..............................374
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .24
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .24
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).........21
Transporting Pets..........................94
Tread Wear Indicators......................438
Trip Odometer...........................251
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid).......................42
Trunk Release, Emergency....................44
Trunk Release Remote Control.................42
Turn Signals.............................150
UCI Connector...........................333
Uconnect®
Customer Programmable Features...........297
Operation.............................332
Uconnect® Settings.......................22
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INDEX 589

INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENT
Special design considerations are incorporated into this
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
equipment must be installed properly by trained person-
nel. The following must be observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly
to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
The negative power connection should be made to body
sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection.
This connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the
roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used
in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may
affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on
vehicles so equipped.
The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use
only fully shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to
ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interfer-
ence between the communications equipment and the
vehicle’s electronic systems.