2013 DODGE CHARGER cooling

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..........533
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ..........534
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .535
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS .............536
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................537
 DEALER SERVICE ..................... .538
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........538
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .539
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... .542▫
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................543
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............544
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............546
▫ Body Lubrication .....................549
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............549
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................550
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .550
▫ Cooling System ..................... .553
▫ Brake System ....................... .559
▫ Automatic Transmission ................561
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Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the igni-
tion switch is in the ON position.
• You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every
12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or
rusty in appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed, and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front
of the radiator for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc.
If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden
hose vertically down the face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at the
bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.7
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If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti-
freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery
bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE
CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains
visible sediment, clean and flush with OAT coolant
(antifreeze) that meets the requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard MS-12106.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Selection Of Coolant
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine
damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool-
ant is different and should not be mixed with
Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat-
ible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling
system in an emergency, it should be flushed with
OAT coolant and replaced with the specified OAT
engine coolant (antifreeze) as soon as possible.
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•Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized
water when mixing the water/engine coolant (anti-
freeze) solution. The use of lower quality water will
reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine
cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not
recommended and can result in cooling system damage.
Drain, flush, and refill as soon as possible to avoid
damage if coolant types are mixed in an emergency.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery tank.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
WARNING!
•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the
cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the
engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the
cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pres-
sure to build up in the cooling system. To prevent
scalding or injury, do not remove the pressure cap
while the system is hot or under pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
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If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti-
freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant
expansion bottle must also be protected against
freezing.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks. •Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of
your engine which contains aluminum components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY
the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in
unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance,
poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
558 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate) All Engines 19 Gallons72 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter 3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts5.6 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts6.6 Liters
Cooling System * 3.6 Liter Engine – We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/ Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent. 10 Quarts
9.5 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine without Severe Duty II Cooling System –
We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula. 14.5 Quarts
13.9 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine with Severe Duty II Cooling System –
We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula. 15 Quarts
14.3 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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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
irregular 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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Cooling System.......................... .553
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............555
Coolant Capacity ...................... .584
Coolant Level ......................... .553
Disposal of Used Coolant .................557
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................554
Inspection ........................... .557
Points to Remember .....................557
Pressure Cap ......................... .556
Radiator Cap ......................... .556
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............554
Corrosion Protection ...................... .564
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................244
Cupholders ............................ .301
Customer Assistance ...................... .597
Data Recorder, Event .......................74
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............229Daytime Running Lights
....................222
Dealer Service ........................... .538
Deck Lid, Emergency Release .................45
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................44
Defroster, Rear Window .....................308
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .100
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................230
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................535
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................225
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .539
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................527
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................557
Door Locks ..............................30
Door Locks, Automatic ......................33
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