2012 DODGE CHARGER SRT battery replacement

▫Using The Panic Alarm................. 22
▫Programming Additional Transmitters...... 23
▫Transmitter Battery Replacement.......... 23
▫General Information................... 24
Remote Starting System — If Equipped....... 25
▫How To Use Remote Start............... 25
Door Locks........................... 28
▫Manual Door Locks................... 28
▫Power Door Locks.................... 29
▫Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear
Doors............................. 31
Keyless Enter-N-Go..................... 32Windows............................ 36
▫Power Windows...................... 36
▫Wind Buffeting....................... 39
Trunk Lock And Release................. 39
Trunk Safety Warning................... 40
▫Trunk Emergency Release............... 41
Occupant Restraints..................... 41
▫Lap/Shoulder Belts.................... 43
▫Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure.... 48
▫Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions..... 49
▫Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) —
If Equipped......................... 49
▫Energy Management Feature............. 50
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
PAGE POSITION:10JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR ▫Using The Panic Alarm................. 22
▫Programming Additional Transmitters...... 23
▫Transmitter Battery Replacement.......... 23
▫General Information................... 24
Remote Starting System — If Equipped....... 25
▫How To Use Remote Start............... 25
Door Locks........................... 28
▫Manual Door Locks................... 28
▫Power Door Locks.................... 29
▫Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear
Doors............................. 31
Keyless Enter-N-Go..................... 32Windows............................ 36
▫Power Windows...................... 36
▫Wind Buffeting....................... 39
Trunk Lock And Release................. 39
Trunk Safety Warning................... 40
▫Trunk Emergency Release............... 41
Occupant Restraints..................... 41
▫Lap/Shoulder Belts.................... 43
▫Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure.... 48
▫Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions..... 49
▫Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) —
If Equipped......................... 49
▫Energy Management Feature............. 50
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
PAGE POSITION:10JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR

headlights will turn on, the park lights will flash, the
horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will
turn on.
The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless
you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a
second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph
(24 km/h) or greater.
NOTE:
•The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the ignition
switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the
Panic Alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights
and horn will remain on.
•You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the
vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the
Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted
by the system.
Programming Additional Transmitters
Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be
performed at an authorized dealer.
Transmitter Battery Replacement
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.
NOTE:
•Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
•Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.
1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical
latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways with
your thumb and then pull the key out with your other
hand.
2
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23
PAGE POSITION:23JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR headlights will turn on, the park lights will flash, the
horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will
turn on.
The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless
you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a
second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph
(24 km/h) or greater.
NOTE:
•The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the ignition
switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the
Panic Alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights
and horn will remain on.
•You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the
vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the
Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted
by the system.
Programming Additional Transmitters
Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be
performed at an authorized dealer.
Transmitter Battery Replacement
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.
NOTE:
•Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
•Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.
1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical
latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways with
your thumb and then pull the key out with your other
hand.
2
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23
PAGE POSITION:23JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 6.4L............. 445
Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II...... 446
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................ 446
Replacement Parts..................... 448
Dealer Service........................ 448
Maintenance Procedures................. 449
▫Engine Oil......................... 449
▫Engine Oil Filter..................... 451▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter............... 452
▫Maintenance-Free Battery.............. 452
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance............ 454
▫A/C Air Filter...................... 455
▫Body Lubrication.................... 457
▫Windshield Wiper Blades............... 458
▫Adding Washer Fluid................. 458
▫Exhaust System..................... 459
▫Cooling System..................... 462
7
PAGE POSITION:443JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 6.4L............. 445
Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II...... 446
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................ 446
Replacement Parts..................... 448
Dealer Service........................ 448
Maintenance Procedures................. 449
▫Engine Oil......................... 449
▫Engine Oil Filter..................... 451▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter............... 452
▫Maintenance-Free Battery.............. 452
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance............ 454
▫A/C Air Filter...................... 455
▫Body Lubrication.................... 457
▫Windshield Wiper Blades............... 458
▫Adding Washer Fluid................. 458
▫Exhaust System..................... 459
▫Cooling System..................... 462
7
PAGE POSITION:443JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR

Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when
the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is
ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of
a normal bulb check.
4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system isnot readyand you should
notproceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the
engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system
isreadyand you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447
PAGE POSITION:447JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when
the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is
ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of
a normal bulb check.
4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system isnot readyand you should
notproceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the
engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system
isreadyand you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447
PAGE POSITION:447JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR

Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are
recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
NOTE:The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump starting. Refer to “Jump-
Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for
further information.
452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
PAGE POSITION:452JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are
recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
NOTE:The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump starting. Refer to “Jump-
Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for
further information.
452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
PAGE POSITION:452JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR

Automatic Door Locks..................... 30
Automatic Headlights.................... 186
Automatic Oil Change Indicator............. 289
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 337
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives..................... 470
Automatic Transmission.............353,470,471
Adding Fluid....................471,492
Autostick.......................... 360
Fluid and Filter Changes............... 471
Fluid Change....................... 471
Fluid Level Check.................... 471
Fluid Type......................... 492
Special Additives..................... 470
Autostick............................. 360
Axle Fluid............................. 492
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 492B-Pillar Location........................ 387
Battery............................... 452
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 23
Location........................... 452
Belts, Seat............................43,84
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 457
Brake Assist System...................... 374
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 373
Brake Fluid............................ 492
Brake System........................... 467
Anti-Lock (ABS)..................... 371
Fluid Check.....................468,492
Master Cylinder..................... 468
Parking........................... 368
Warning Light....................... 277
Brake, Parking.......................... 368
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 353
Brakes............................... 467
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 81
10
INDEX 523
PAGE POSITION:523JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR Automatic Door Locks..................... 30
Automatic Headlights.................... 186
Automatic Oil Change Indicator............. 289
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 337
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives..................... 470
Automatic Transmission.............353,470,471
Adding Fluid....................471,492
Autostick.......................... 360
Fluid and Filter Changes............... 471
Fluid Change....................... 471
Fluid Level Check.................... 471
Fluid Type......................... 492
Special Additives..................... 470
Autostick............................. 360
Axle Fluid............................. 492
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 492B-Pillar Location........................ 387
Battery............................... 452
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 23
Location........................... 452
Belts, Seat............................43,84
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 457
Brake Assist System...................... 374
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 373
Brake Fluid............................ 492
Brake System........................... 467
Anti-Lock (ABS)..................... 371
Fluid Check.....................468,492
Master Cylinder..................... 468
Parking........................... 368
Warning Light....................... 277
Brake, Parking.......................... 368
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 353
Brakes............................... 467
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 81
10
INDEX 523
PAGE POSITION:523JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR

Tires ............................86,391,519
Aging (Life of Tires).................. 398
Air Pressure........................ 391
Chains............................ 400
Compact Spare...................... 395
General Information.................. 391
High Speed......................... 394
Inflation Pressures.................... 392
Life of Tires........................ 398
Load Capacity....................387,388
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 403
Pressure Warning Light................ 272
Quality Grading..................... 519
Radial............................ 394
Replacement........................ 399
Rotation........................... 402
Safety..........................382,391
Sizes............................. 383
Spinning........................... 397Tread Wear Indicators................. 398
To Open Hood.......................... 184
Towing............................... 420
Behind a Motorhome.................. 420
Disabled Vehicle..................... 440
Recreational........................ 420
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome.......... 420
Traction Control......................... 373
Trailer Towing.......................... 420
Transmission........................... 470
Automatic....................352,353,470
Fluid............................. 492
Shifting........................... 352
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 23
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 242
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
10
INDEX 539
PAGE POSITION:539JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR Tires ............................86,391,519
Aging (Life of Tires).................. 398
Air Pressure........................ 391
Chains............................ 400
Compact Spare...................... 395
General Information.................. 391
High Speed......................... 394
Inflation Pressures.................... 392
Life of Tires........................ 398
Load Capacity....................387,388
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 403
Pressure Warning Light................ 272
Quality Grading..................... 519
Radial............................ 394
Replacement........................ 399
Rotation........................... 402
Safety..........................382,391
Sizes............................. 383
Spinning........................... 397Tread Wear Indicators................. 398
To Open Hood.......................... 184
Towing............................... 420
Behind a Motorhome.................. 420
Disabled Vehicle..................... 440
Recreational........................ 420
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome.......... 420
Traction Control......................... 373
Trailer Towing.......................... 420
Transmission........................... 470
Automatic....................352,353,470
Fluid............................. 492
Shifting........................... 352
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 23
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 242
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
10
INDEX 539
PAGE POSITION:539JOB:@zeta.tweddle.com/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler/GRP_owners/JOB_918945-en-dsr-12D482-126-AA_DSR/DIV_og pubnum: 12D482-126-AB_DSR