2011 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT check oil

Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as
necessary.Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the
front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the
fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator
antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to
flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 l) of washer
fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” appears in
the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.
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 “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” 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.
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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, 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.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 144
Bulb Replacement ..................... 395,396
Bulbs, Light .......................... 83,395
Calibration, Compass ..................... 196
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 401
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 322
Oil (Engine) ........................ 362
Power Steering ...................... 275
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 374
Car Washes ............................ 382
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............80,322
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 325
Cellular Phone ........................ 93,236
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 400
Certification Label ....................... 325
Chains, Tire ............................ 307 Chart, Tire Sizing
........................ 292
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ............... 358
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 80
Checks, Safety ........................... 80
Child Restraint .................. 70,71,72,75,77
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............74,75
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 318
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 384
Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 367
Clock ............................. 203,212
Cold Weather Operation ................... 254
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 236
Compass .............................. 195
Compass Calibration ..................... 196
Compass Variance ....................... 196
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 189
438 INDEX

Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 348
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 375
Engine Oil ......................... 363
Door Locks ............................. 30
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 32
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 152
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 270
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 271
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 91
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 161
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 282
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .... 390
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 148
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 285
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...... 175Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
.... 184
Emergency Deck Lid Release ................ 42
Emergency Trunk Release ................... 42
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............. 346
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 331
Jump Starting ....................... 342
Overheating ........................ 331
Towing ............................ 348
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 358
Engine ............................... 356
Air Cleaner ......................... 363
Block Heater ........................ 256
Break-In Recommendations .............. 79
Checking Oil Level ................... 361
Compartment ....................... 356
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ 372,402
Cooling ........................... 371
Exhaust Gas Caution ................80,322
440 INDEX

Fluid Level ChecksAutomatic Transmission ................ 380
Brake ............................. 377
Cooling System ...................... 372
Engine Oil ......................... 361
Power Steering ...................... 275
Fluid, Brake ........................... 403
Fluids ................................ 402
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 402
Fog Lights .......................... 141,178
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 136
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 346
Fuel ................................. 318
Adding ........................... 322
Additives .......................... 320
Clean Air .......................... 318
Ethanol ........................... 319
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................. 322
Gasoline ........................... 318 Gauge
............................ 174
Materials Added ..................... 320
Methanol .......................... 319
Octane Rating .................... 318,402
Requirements ....................... 318
Specifications ....................... 402
Tank Capacity ....................... 401
Fuel System Caution ..................... 323
Fueling ............................... 322
Fuses ................................ 387
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ........... 152
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...............322,357
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 318
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 318
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 318
Gauges Coolant Temperature .................. 175
Fuel .............................. 174
442 INDEX

Oil Pressure........................ 177
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ........ 144
Passing ............................ 143
Reading ........................ 143,151
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 178
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............ 181
Service ......................... 395,396
Service Engine Soon
(Malfunction Indicator) ................ 183
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 181
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .......181,311
Traction Control ..................... 289
Turn Signal .................... 83,142,176
Vanity Mirror ........................ 92
Voltage ............................ 174
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 174
Loading Vehicle ...................... 325,327
Capacities .......................... 327
Tires .............................. 296 Locks
................................. 30
Auto Unlock ......................... 33
Automatic Door ...................... 32
Door .............................. 30
Power Door ......................... 31
Low Tire Pressure System .................. 311
Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren (LATCH) ..................... 74,75
Lubrication, Body ....................... 367
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 364
Maintenance Procedures ................... 360
Maintenance Schedule .................... 406
Maintenance, General ..................... 360
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 161
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 183,358
Manual Transmission ...............257,379,381
Fluid Level Check ................. 379,381
Shift Speeds ........................ 259
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Manual, Service......................... 431
Map/Reading Lights .................. 143,151
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 377
Methanol ............................. 319
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 189
Mirrors ................................ 89
Automatic Dimming ................... 89
Electric Powered ...................... 91
Electric Remote ....................... 91
Exterior Folding ...................... 90
Heated ............................. 91
Outside ............................ 90
Vanity ............................. 92
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 311
Mopar Parts ......................... 359,430
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 319
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 142New Vehicle Break-In Period
................ 79
Occupant Restraints ................... 42,62,66
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ...........59,60,62,65
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............318,402
Odometer ............................. 174
Trip .............................. 174
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 188
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ................. 188
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 363
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 363
Oil, Engine ......................... 361,402
Capacity ........................... 401
Change Interval ..................... 361
Checking .......................... 361
Dipstick ........................... 361
Disposal ........................... 363
Filter .......................... 363,402
Filter Disposal ....................... 363
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