brakes DODGE CHARGER SRT 2019 Owner's Manual

WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi-
bly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding
on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake
temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible
brake damage. You would not have your full braking
capacity in an emergency.
Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately if
the brake system warning light indicates system failure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when perform-
ing underhood services.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the requirements
described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc brakes,
fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear.
However, low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a
checkup may be needed.
Use only brake fluid that has been recommended by the
manufacturer, and has been kept in a tightly closed con-
tainer to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifica-
tions” for further information.
WARNING!
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Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical
Specifications” for further information. Using the
wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your
brake system and/or impair its performance. The
proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also
identified on the original factory installed hydraulic
master cylinder reservoir.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 353

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome
plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using mild (neutral
Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster and to prevent
corrosion. Wash wheels with the same soap solution recom-
mended for the body of the vehicle and remember to always
wash when the surfaces are not hot to the touch.
Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by salt,
sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium chloride,
etc., and other road chemicals used to melt ice or control
dust on dirt roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge and mild soap
to wipe away promptly. Do not use harsh chemicals or a
stiff brush. They can damage the wheel’s protective coating
that helps keep them from corroding and tarnishing.
CAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes that use acidic
solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh brushes.
Many aftermarket wheel cleaners and automatic car
washes may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, Mopar Wheel
Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including excessive
brake dust, care must be taken in the selection of tire and
wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to prevent dam-
age to the wheels. Mopar Wheel Treatment or Mopar
Chrome Cleaner or their equivalent is recommended or
select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for aluminum or
chrome wheels.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
metal polishes or oven cleaner. These products may
damage the wheel’s protective finish. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Only car wash soap, Mopar Wheel Cleaner or equiva-
lent is recommended.
NOTE: If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an
extended period after cleaning the wheels with wheel
cleaner, drive your vehicle and apply the brakes to remove
the water droplets from the brake components. This activ-
ity will remove the red rust on the brake rotors and prevent
vehicle vibration when braking.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 375

In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for
example, repeated brake applications with the engine
OFF), the brakes will still function. The effort required to
brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required
with the power system operating.
NOTE:Your vehicle is equipped with a high performance
braking system. The brake pads are a semi-metallic com-
pound, which offer superior fade resistance for consistent
operation. A compromise to using this type of brake pad is
that the brakes may produce more brake dust and may
squeal slightly under certain weather and operating con-
ditions (i.e., during light brake applications). These are
considered normal conditions.
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure that
the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any time a
wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the vehicle, the
lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a properly cali-
brated torque wrench using a high quality six sided (hex)
deep wall socket.
Torque Specifications
Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/Bolt
Size Lug Nut/Bolt
Socket Size
111 Ft-Lbs (150 N·m) M14 x 1.50 22 mm
**Use only your authorized dealer recommended lug nuts/
bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening.
Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the
tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.
Wheel Mounting Surface
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 387

About Your Brakes........................ .386
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . .239
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............349
Adding Fuel ............................. .273
Adding Washing Fluid ...................... .334
Additives, Fuel ........................... .389
Adjust Forward ................................46
Rearward ...............................46
AirBag ................................ .178
Advance Front Air Bag ....................178
Air Bag Operation ....................... .179
Air Bag Warning Light .....................176
Driver Knee Air Bag ..................... .180
Enhanced Accident Response .............186, 326
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................326
FrontAirBag .......................... .178
If Deployment Occurs .....................185
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .180
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............187
Maintenance ........................... .187
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............177
Side Air Bags .......................... .181
Transporting Pets ....................... .204
Air Bag Light ...................... .122, 176, 205Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter)
......338
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................339
Air Conditioner Refrigerant ................339, 340
Air Conditioner System ..................... .339
Air Conditioning ........................ .74, 79
Air Conditioning Filter ....................81, 340
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................80
Air Filter ............................... .338
Air Pressure Tires................................. .366
Alarm Arm The System ...................... .35, 36
Panic ..................................22
Rearm The System ........................36
Security

Alarm....................... .35, 126
Alarm System Security Alarm ...........................35
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle .................................5
Android Auto ............................ .467
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................349, 392
Disposal .............................. .351
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................138
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................130
Apple CarPlay ........................... .468
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Paint Care............................... .379
Panic Alarm ...............................22
Parking Brake ............................ .218
ParkSense System, Rear ..................... .259
Passing Light ..............................65
Passive Entry ..............................38
Performance ..............................114
Personalized Main Menu .....................399
Pets ................................... .204
Pinch Protection ............................87
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........361
Power Brakes ............................... .386
Deck Lid Release .........................89
Distribution Center (Fuses) ..................297
Door Locks ..............................37
Mirrors ................................61
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............102
Seats ..................................46
Steering .............................. .235
Sunroof ................................85
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............57
Windows ...............................82
Power Seats Forward ................................46 Lumbar
................................47
Rearward ...............................46
Recline .................................46
Power Steering Fluid .....................393, 395
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................173
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. .173
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .367
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............351
Radio Frequency General Information ................27, 33, 34, 42
Radio Operation .......................... .454
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................73
Rear Axle (Differential) ..................... .355
Rear Camera ............................. .271
Rear Cross Path ........................... .153
Rear ParkSense System ..................... .259
Rear Seats, Folding ..........................
44
Recreational Towing ........................ .277
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .389
Refrigerant ........................... .339, 340
Release, Hood ..............................88
Reminder, Lights On .........................66
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .166
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