2013 DODGE CHALLENGER oil dipstick

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L
1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses)5 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Engine Oil Fill
3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 7 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post)
4 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L
1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses)5 — Engine Oil Fill
2 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick
3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post)
4 — Air Cleaner Filter 8 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
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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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NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission as
needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 501

Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........466
Cooling System .......................... .463
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............465
Coolant Capacity ...................... .495
Coolant Level ......................... .463
Disposal of Used Coolant .................467
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................464
Inspection ........................... .467
Points to Remember .....................468
Pressure Cap ......................... .466
Radiator Cap ......................... .466
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............464
Corrosion Protection ...................... .475
Cruise Light ............................ .212
Cupholders ............................ .201
Customer Assistance ...................... .509
Data Recorder, Event .......................72
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............169Daytime Running Lights
....................164
Dealer Service ........................... .447
Deck Lid, Emergency Release .................45
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................43
Defroster, Rear Window .....................205
Defroster, Windshield .......................99
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................170
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................444
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................167
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .448
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................435
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................467
Door Locks ..............................33
Door Locks, Automatic ......................35
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .322
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INDEX 523

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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