2010 DODGE CHARGER coolant

U.S.Metric
Cooling System *
2.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent) 9.9 Quarts
9.4 Liters
3.5 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive (MOPAR Antifreeze/
Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 11.1 Quarts 10.5 Liters
3.5 Liter Engine with All Wheel Drive (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant
5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 11.4 Quarts 10.8 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine without Severe Duty II Cooling System (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 14.7 Quarts 13.9 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine with Severe Duty II Cooling System (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 15.1 Quarts 14.3 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MOPARAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
Engine Oil – 2.7L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 3.5L Engine Use API Certified SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter MOPAREngine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Spark Plugs – 2.7L Engine TE10MCC5 (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm])
Spark Plugs – 3.5L Engine ZFR5LP–13G (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm])
Spark Plugs – 5.7L Engine LZFR5C–11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Fuel Selection – 2.7L Engine 87 Octane
Fuel Selection – 3.5L and
5.7L Engines 87 Octane Acceptable — 89 Octane Recommended
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•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering, 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.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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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 spark plugs (5.7L Engine).
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)
❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏ Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing — All Wheel Drive
(AWD).
❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102,000 miles (170 000 km).
❏ 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 Chrysler Dealer
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96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)
❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect 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 rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) change the
front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or
frequent trailer towing.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or
102 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Replace the spark plugs (2.7L and
3.5L Engines).
❏ Replace the timing belt (3.5L Engine).
❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant if
not done at 60 months.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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About Your Brakes....................... 287
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .............. 290
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 395
Adding Fuel ........................... 330
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 390
Additives, Fuel ......................... 329
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 143
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 384
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 386
Air Conditioning ..................... 247,249
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 247
Air Conditioning Filter .................256,387
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 257
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............386,387
Air Conditioning System ..........247,249,250,386
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 307
Airbag .............................. 52,61
Airbag Deployment ....................... 62
Airbag Light ..................... 60,64,79,176Airbag Maintenance
....................... 63
Airbag, Side .......................... 58,61
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........55,58,61
Alarm Light ........................... 182
Alarm, Panic ............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 17
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 17
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ................281,403
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................227,237
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............394,426
Disposal ............................ 397
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............290,292
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 184
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 17
Appearance Care ........................ 404
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 17
Assistance Towing ....................... 105
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 36
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Fluid Check....................... 399,429
Master Cylinder ....................... 399
Parking ............................. 287
Warning Light ........................ 181
Brakes ............................... 399
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 269
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 77
Brightness, Interior Lights .................. 139
Bulb Replacement ..................... 417,418
Bulbs, Light .......................... 81,417
Calibration, Compass ..................... 195
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 426
Caps, Filler Fuel ............................... 330
Oil (Engine) .......................... 382
Power Steering ........................ 286
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 396
Car Washes ............................ 404 Carbon Monoxide Warning
...............78,330
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 333
Cellular Phone ........................ 91,246
Certification Label ....................... 333
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 351
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 298
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ............... 377
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 77
Checks, Safety ........................... 77
Child Restraint .................. 67,68,69,72,74
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............71,72
Child Safety Locks ........................ 33
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 327
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 406
Windshield Wiper Blades ................ 390
Climate Control ......................... 247
Clock ........................ 202,203,207,216
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Coin Holder........................... 162
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 246
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 309
Compass .............................. 195
Compass Calibration ..................... 195
Compass Variance ....................... 196
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 190
Connector UCI ................................ 230
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......... 230
Conserving Fuel ........................ 190
Console, Floor .......................... 162
Console, Overhead ....................... 148
Contract, Service ........................ 455
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 396
Cooling System ......................... 393
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 395
Coolant Capacity ...................... 426
Coolant Level ...................... 394,397Disposal of Used Coolant
................ 397
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 394
Inspection ........................... 397
Points to Remember .................... 398
Pressure Cap ......................... 396
Radiator Cap ......................... 396
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......394,426,428
Corrosion Protection ..................... 404
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 144
Cruise Light ........................... 173
Cupholders ......................... 161,409
Customer Assistance ..................... 453
Customer Programmable Features ............ 197
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 139
Daytime Running Lights ................... 136
Dealer Service .......................... 378
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ................ 40
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 39
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