2011 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT check engine

Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-
mance. Use only manufacturer ’s recommended transmis-
sion fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion. It is important that the transmission fluid be main-
tained at the prescribed level using the recommended
fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any trans-
mission; only the approved lubricant may be used.
Special Additives
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 thispolicy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks. In addition, 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
Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not
required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted.
If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction, have
your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level.
380 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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S408 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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
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Leaks, Fluid............................ 83
Life of Tires ............................ 305
Light Bulbs .......................... 83,395
Lights .............................. 83,139
Airbag .................... 63,64,68,81,176
Alarm ............................ 181
Anti-Lock ....................... 182,281
Automatic Headlights ................. 139
Brake Assist Warning .................. 289
Brake Warning .................... 179,279
Bulb Replacement ................. 395,396
Center Mounted Stop .................. 400
Courtesy/Reading ................. 143,151
Cruise ............................ 174
Daytime Running .................... 141
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...........142,143
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 289
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ....... 175
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 176Exterior
............................ 83
Fog ............................ 141,178
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 331
Headlight Switch ..................... 139
Headlights ...................... 139,396
Headlights On Reminder ............... 141
Headlights On With Wipers ..........140,147
High Beam ...................... 143,178
High Beam Indicator .................. 178
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............ 143
Illuminated Entry ..................... 20
Instrument Cluster ................. 139,174
Intensity Control ..................... 144
Interior ......................... 144,151
License ............................ 400
Lights On Reminder .................. 141
Low Fuel .......................... 183
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 183
Map Reading ..................... 143,151
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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
446 INDEX