2013 DODGE CHALLENGER checking oil

WARNING!(Continued)
•If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate
open, make sure that all windows are closed and
the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high
speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
• If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling
controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
blower at high speed.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed
maintenance schedule, there are other components which
may require servicing or replacement in the future.
CAUTION!
• Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per-
form repairs and service when necessary could
result in more costly repairs, damage to other
components or negatively impact vehicle perfor-
mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions
examined by an authorized dealer or qualified
repair center.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of your
vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-
vals. Do not use chemical flushes in these compo-
nents as the chemicals can damage your engine,
transmission, power steering or air conditioning.
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 – 3.6L 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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regular 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
regular 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 in the “SAFE” range. Adding 1.0 qt (1.0 L) of
oil when the reading is at the bottom of the “SAFE” range
will result in an oil level at the top of the “SAFE” range
on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449

Caps, FillerFuel ................................ .383
Oil (Engine) .......................... .451
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................466
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...................97
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................386
Car Washes ............................ .476
Cellular Phone .......................... .280
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............494
Certification Label ........................ .386
Chains, Tire ............................ .366
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .418
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .344
Check
Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . .445
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............97
Checks, Safety ............................97
Child Restraint ............................74
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .380Cleaning
Wheels .............................. .477
Climate Control ......................... .280
Clock ................................. .243
Cold Weather Operation ....................300
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............279
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .361
Compass .............................. .233
Compass Calibration ...................... .234
Compass Variance ........................ .234
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .229
Connector UCI................................ .268
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........268
Conserving Fuel ......................... .229
Console ............................... .203
Console, Floor .......................... .203
Console, Overhead ....................... .184
Contract, Service ......................... .512
522 INDEX

Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy......229
Electrical Power Outlets .....................198
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................110
Electronic Brake Control System ...............332
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......483
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........173
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............337
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........213
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......224
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................45
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................432
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................406
Jacking .............................. .418
Jump Starting ......................... .427
Overheating .......................... .406
Towing ............................. .435
Emergency Trunk Release ....................45 Emission Control System Maintenance
..........445
Engine ................................ .443
Air Cleaner .......................... .453
Block Heater ......................... .303
Break-In Recommendations .................96
Checking Oil Level ..................... .448
Compartment ......................... .442
Compartment Identification ................442
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................463
Cooling ............................. .463
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................97
Fails to Start .......................... .301
Flooded, Starting ...................... .301
Fuel Requirements ..................... .378
Jump Starting ......................... .427
Oil................................. .448
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .451
Oil Selection .......................... .450
Oil Synthetic ......................... .452
524 INDEX

Rearview............................ .108
Vanity ...............................111
Mode Fuel Saver ........................... .229
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................368
Mopar Parts ............................ .447
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .380
Multi-Function Control Lever .................166
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................96
Occupant Restraints ........................45
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................62
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................378
Odometer .............................. .212
Trip ................................ .212
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .228
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................228 Oil, Engine
............................. .448
Capacity ............................ .495
Change Interval ....................... .450
Checking ............................ .448
Dipstick ............................. .448
Disposal ............................. .452
Filter ............................... .452
Filter Disposal ........................ .452
Identification Logo ..................... .450
Materials Added to ..................... .451
Recommendation ...................... .450
Synthetic ............................ .452
Viscosity ............................ .451
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .452
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................444
Operating Precautions ..................... .444
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................109
Overdrive .............................. .317
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