2010 DODGE CHARGER check transmission fluid

CAUTION! (Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance
intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these
components as the chemicals can damage your
engine, transmission, power steering or air condi-
tioning. 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.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level – 2.7L and 3.5L Engines
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level atregular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding 1.0 qt (1.0 L) of oil when the reading is
at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Checking Oil Level – 5.7L Engine
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami-
nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could
be damaged, causing partial or complete brake
failure. This could result in an accident.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
Automatic Transmission
Fluid Level Check
Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not
required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted.
If you notice fluid loss or transmission malfunction, have
your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
•Using a transmission fluid other than the manu-
facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio-
ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque
converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid
other than that recommended by the manufacturer
will result in more frequent fluid and filter
changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
•The fluid level is preset at the factory and it does
not require adjustment under normal operating
conditions. If a transmission fluid leak occurs,
visit your authorized dealer immediately. Severe
damage to the transmission may occur. Your au-
thorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the
fluid level accurately.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401

Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 31
Auto Up Power Windows .................. 37
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 88
Automatic Door Locks ................... 30,31
Automatic Headlights .................... 134
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ..........180,189
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 250
Automatic Transaxle Special Additives ...................... 402
Automatic Transmission ...........270,276,401,402
Adding Fluid ...................... 402,429
Autostick ............................ 280
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 402
Fluid Change ......................... 402
Fluid Level Check ..................... 401
Fluid Type ........................... 429
Gear Ranges ....................... 271,276
Overdrive ........................... 273
Shifting .......................... 270,276Special Additives
...................... 402
Torque Converter ...................... 274
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . 275,278
Autostick ............................. 280
Axle Fluid ............................. 429
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 429
Battery ............................... 384
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 24
Location ............................ 384
Belts, Seat ............................ 42,79
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 389
B-Pillar Location ........................ 302
Brake Assist System ...................... 293
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 292
Brake Fluid ............................ 429
Brake, Parking .......................... 287
Brake System ........................... 399
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... 290
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INDEX 463

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
464 INDEX

Filler Location Fuel...................... 330
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 384
Air Conditioning .................... 256,387
Engine Oil ........................ 383,428
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 383
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... 350
Turn Signal ...................... 81,137,175
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 138
Flat Tire Changing ....................... 351
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 264
Floor Console .......................... 162
Fluid, Brake ........................... 429
Fluid Capacities ......................... 426
Fluid Leaks ............................. 82
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................. 401
Brake .............................. 399 Cooling System
....................... 394
Engine Oil ........................... 380
Power Steering ........................ 286
Transfer Case ......................... 403
Fluids ................................ 428
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 428
Fog Lights .......................... 136,178
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 131
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 366
Fuel ................................. 326
Adding ............................. 330
Additives ............................ 329
Clean Air ............................ 327
Conserving .......................... 190
Ethanol ............................. 327
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................... 330
Gasoline ............................ 326
Gauge .............................. 173
Materials Added ....................... 329
468 INDEX

Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 173
Load Leveling System .................... 166
Loading Vehicle ...................... 333,335
Capacities ........................... 335
Tires ............................... 302
Locks ................................. 29
Auto Unlock .......................... 31
Automatic Door ........................ 30
Child Protection ........................ 33
Door ................................ 29
Power Door ........................... 30
Low Tire Pressure System .................. 315
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) ............................ 71,72
Lubrication, Body ....................... 389
Lumbar Support ........................ 128
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 384
Maintenance, General ..................... 379 Maintenance Procedures
................... 379
Maintenance Schedule .................... 432
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 157
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 185,377
Manual, Service ......................... 457
Manual Transmission ..................... 403
Fluid Level Check ..................... 403
Map/Reading Lights .................. 138,148
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 399
Methanol ............................. 327
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 190
Mirrors ................................ 87
Automatic Dimming ..................... 88
Electric Powered ....................... 90
Electric Remote ........................ 90
Exterior Folding ........................ 89
Heated .............................. 90
Outside .............................. 88
Rearview ............................. 87
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INDEX 473