2013 DODGE CHARGER parking brake

JUMP-STARTING
• If your vehicle has a discharged battery itcan be jump-started using a set of jumper
cables and a battery in another vehicle or
by using a portable battery booster pack.
• Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the proce-
dures in this section carefully.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer’s operating instruc-
tions and precautions.
Preparations for Jump-Start
• The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery posts
are located on the right side of the engine compartment for jump-starting.
NOTE:
The remote battery posts are viewed by standing on the right side of the vehicle looking over
the fender.
• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to OFF.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
Jump-Starting Procedure
• Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+)post of the
discharged vehicle.
• Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable to the positive (+)post of the
booster battery.
• Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the negative (-)post of the booster
battery.
• Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper cable to the remote negative (-)post
of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
• Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
• Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
• Disconnect the negative (-)jumper cable from the remote negative (-)post of the vehicle
with the discharged battery.
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SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
• If a malfunction occurs and the shift levercannot be moved out of the PARK posi-
tion, you can use the following procedure
to temporarily move the shift lever:• Remove the storage bin liner to access
the shift lever override port located to
the right of the shift lever.
• Firmly set the parking brake.
• Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position without starting the engine.
• Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
• Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the override tab through
the access port on the center console.
• Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
• The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
• Reinstall the override cover.
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION (3.6L Engine)
• If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK posi-
tion, you can use the following procedure
to temporarily move the shift lever:
•
Remove the console storage bin to access
the Manual Park Release lever.
• Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, fish the tether strap up through the open-
ing in the console base.
• Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the center of the lever, and disengage the
spring steel lever locking tab by pushing it to the right.
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• While holding the locking tab in the disengaged position, pull the tether strap to rotatethe lever up and rearward, until it locks in place in the vertical position. The vehicle is now
out of PARK and can be towed. Release the parking brake only when the vehicle is
securely connected to a tow vehicle.
To Reset The Manual Park Release:
• Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the rear side) rearward (away from the
lever) to unlatch the lever.
• Rotate the Manual Park Release lever for- ward and down, to its original position,
until the locking tab snaps into place to
secure the lever.
• Pull up gently on the tether strap to con- firm that the lever is locked in its stowed
position.
• Tuck the tether strap into the base of the console. Reinstall the console storage bin.
WARNING!
Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking brake, before activating the
Manual Park Release. Activating the Manual Park Release will allow your vehicle to roll
away if it is not secured by the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow vehicle.
Activating the Manual Park Release on an unsecured vehicle could lead to serious injury
or death for those in or around the vehicle.
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Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,00030,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000 90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000 130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000 144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000 224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). X XX X
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. X X X XXXX
Inspect transfer case fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). XX X
Inspect the transfer case fluid. Change the transfer case fluid; if using your
vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent
trailer towing. (All Wheel Drive Only). XX
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X XX
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. X X X XXXX
Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** X
Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).** XX X XX
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles
(240,000 km) whichever comes first. XX
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing
(five-speed only). X
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (five-speed only). X
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SRT8 – MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000 30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000 70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000 130,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
XXXXXXX X X X X X X
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXX X X X X X X
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect
the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
XXX X X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. X X X X XX
Inspect the CV joints. X XXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X XX XX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of
the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi,
fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. XX X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for cracks or leaks and all
parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. XXX
X X
Replace the engine air cleaner. XX
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X X XXNOTE:
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months if not done at 150,000 miles (240,000 km).
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
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