transmission fluid DODGE CHARGER SRT 2015 7.G Owners Manual

•Speed Limit Warning Light
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow
button until the Speed Limit Warning Menu
icon/title is highlighted in the DID. Push and
release OK to enter speed warning. Use UP or
DOWN arrow to select a desired speed, then push and
release OK to set the speed. The Manual Speed Assist
(MSA) Speed Warning telltale will display in the DID,
and a chime will sound with a pop up warning message
when the set speed is exceeded.
•Transmission Temperature Warning Light
This light indicates that there is excessive trans-
mission fluid temperature that might occur
with severe usage such as trailer towing. It may
also occur when operating the vehicle in a high
torque converter slip condition. If this light comes on,
stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster with
the transmission in NEUTRAL until the light goes off.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera-
ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause
severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi-
nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in
contact with hot engine or exhaust components and
cause a fire.
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•Prior to each track event/day, verify all fluids are at
the correct levels. Refer to “Fluid Capactites” in Main-
taining Your Vehicle for further information.
•Prior to each track event, verify the front and rear
brake pads have more than½pad thickness remain-
ing. If the brake pads require changing, please burnish
prior to track outing at full pace.
•At the conclusion of each track event, it is recom-
mended that a brake bleed procedure is performed to
maintain the pedal feel and stopping capability of your
Brembo High Performance brake system.
•It is recommended that each track outing should end
with a minimum of 1 cool down lap using minimal
braking.
•If equipped with a removable lower front fascia grille,
it is recommended to remove it for track use during
warm/hot weather to improve cooling airflow to
critical powertrain and cooling system components.
•All SRT vehicles are track tested for 24 hours of
endurance, however, it is recommended that suspen-
sion system, brake system, prop shaft, and½shaft
boots should be checked for wear or damage after
every track event.
•Track usage results in increased operating tempera-
tures of the engine, transmission, clutch – if equipped,
driveline and brake system. This may affect noise
(NVH) countermeasures designed into your vehicle.
New components may need to be installed to return
the system to the original NVH performance.
•Tire pressure:
•40psi hot, recommend 32psi front, 30psi rear cold
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(C) Injecting Tire Service Kit Sealant Into The
Deflated Tire:
•Always start the engine before turning ON the Tire
Service Kit.
NOTE:Manual transmission vehicles must have the
parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
•After pushing the Power Button (4), the sealant (white
fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (1) through the
Sealant Hose (6) and into the tire.
NOTE:Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the
tire.
If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within0–10
seconds through the Sealant Hose (6):
1. Push the Power Button (4) to turn Off the Tire Service
Kit. Disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the valve
stem. Make sure the valve stem is free of debris.
Reconnect the Sealant Hose (6) to the valve stem.
Check that the Mode Select Knob (5) is in the Sealant
Mode position and not Air Mode. Push the Power
Button (4) to turn On the Tire Service Kit.
2. Connect the Power Plug (8) to a different 12 Volt
power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if
available. Make sure the engine is running before
turning ON the Tire Service Kit.
3. The Sealant Bottle (1) may be empty due to previous
use. Call for assistance.
NOTE:If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and
the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air
Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
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▫Automatic Transmission................519
▫Rear Axle...........................521
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................521
!FUSES..............................528
▫Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses).....529
▫Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses).....534
!VEHICLE STORAGE....................542
!REPLACEMENT BULBS.................542
!BULB REPLACEMENT..................544
▫Front Low/High Beam Headlamp And Park/Turn
Lamp — Models With Halogen Headlamps . . .544
▫Front Low/High Beam Headlamp And Park/Turn
Lamp — Models With High Intensity Discharge
Headlamps (HID).....................545
▫Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp............546
▫Front Fog Lamp......................546
▫Backup Lamps........................546
▫Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) . . .546
▫License Lamp........................546
!FLUID CAPACITIES....................547
!FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE
PA R T S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..548
▫Engine.............................548
▫Chassis............................550
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed
“Maintenance Schedule”, there are other components
which may require servicing or replacement in the future.
CAUTION!
•Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per-
form repairs and service when necessary could
result in more costly repairs, damage to other
components or negatively impact vehicle perfor-
mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions
examined by an authorized dealer or qualified
repair center.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of your
vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-
vals. Do not use chemical flushes in these compo-
nents as the chemicals can damage your engine,
transmission, power steering or air conditioning.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed because of
component malfunction, use only the specified
fluid for the flushing procedure.
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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
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. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
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
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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
transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools.
If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction,
visit your authorized dealer immediately to have the
transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle
with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis-
sion damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle.
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Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. How-
ever, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes
contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is
disassembled for any reason.
Rear Axle
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons
the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be
inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the
fluid level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the
axle. The fluid level should be at the bottom of the fill
hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Change Axle Fluid
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,
road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme
hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will
have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under-
body protection.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic TransmissionUse only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic
Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the
correct fluid may affect the function or performance of
your transmission.
Brake Master CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 brake fluid. If
DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir — If EquippedWe recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+ 4, or MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission
Fluid.
Rear AxleWe recommend you use MOPAR® LSD Synthetic Gear
Lubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5).
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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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