Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Front Fog Light Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
- Electronic Speed Control SetIndicator
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)ON Indicator*
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Off Indicator*
- Door Ajar Indicator***
- Decklid Ajar Indicator***
- Windshield Washer Fluid LowIndicator***
- Sport Mode Indicator
- Sport Suspension Indicator
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Messages ECO/Fuel Economy Oil Change Required
Low Tire Pressure Press Brake Pedal and Push Button to Start
Turn Signal On
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Ignition On
***On vehicles equipped with a Premium Instrument Cluster, this display shows the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages when the appropriate conditions exist.
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5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet.
6. Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) from the tire.
(C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire:
• Always start the engine before turning ON the TIREFIT kit.
NOTE:
Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in
NEUTRAL.
• After pressing the Power Button (4), the sealant (white fluid) will flow from the SealantBottle (1) through the Sealant Hose (6) and into the tire.
NOTE:
Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the tire.
• If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10 seconds through the Sealant
Hose (6):
1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn Off the TIREFIT kit. Disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the valve stem. Make sure the valve stem is free of debris. Reconnect the Sealant
Hose (6) to the valve stem. Check that the Mode Select Knob (5) is in the Sealant Mode
position and not Air Mode. Press the Power Button (4) to turn On the TIREFIT kit.
2. Connect the Power Plug (8) to a different 12 Volt power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if available. Make sure the engine is running before turning ON the TIREFIT kit.
3. The Sealant Bottle (1) may be empty due to previous use. Call for assistance.
NOTE:
If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and the pump is operating, air will dispense from
the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
• If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Sealant Hose (6):
1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through the hose (typically takes 30 - 70 seconds). As the sealant flows through the Sealant Hose (6), the
Pressure Gauge (3) can read as high as 70 psi (5 kPa). The Pressure Gauge (3) will
decrease quickly from approximately 70 psi (5 kPa) to the actual tire pressure when the
Sealant Bottle (1) is empty.
2. The pump will start to inject air into the tire immediately after the Sealant Bottle (1) is empty. Continue to operate the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the
tire pressure label on the driver-side latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire
pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3).
• If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 kPa) pressure within 15 minutes:
• The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance.
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Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR®
DOT 3 and SAE J1703. If DOT 3 is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. —
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR®
Power Steering Fluid + 4, MOPAR® or
ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane19.1 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine 87 Octane Acceptable. 89 Octane
Recommended. 19.1 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
SRT8
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Coolant Ten Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology). 15.2 Quarts (14.4 Liters)
Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil With Filter – 6.4L Engine For best performance and maximum
protection under all types of operating conditions, we recommend full
synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API)
categories of SM or SM/CF. The manu- facturer recommends the use of a full synthetic SAE 0W-40 engine oil. 7 Quarts (6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR®
brand Engine Oil Filters. —
Spark Plugs – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®
Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). —
Automatic Transmission We recommend you
ONLYuse
MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmis- sion Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or perfor- mance of your transmission. —
Axle Rear We recommend you use MOPAR®
Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W–90 (API GL-5) (with MOPAR® Friction
Modifier – Hypoid Gear Additive). —
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR®
Power Steering Fluid + 4, MOPAR® or
ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
Fuel Selection – 6.4L Engine Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Only
or higher. 19.1 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change
indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.
This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent
short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage
will influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is displayed.
Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as
3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible,
within the next 500 miles (805 km).
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required”
will be displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is
necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash in the instrument cluster odometer
and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the
scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your
authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” or under “Instrument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odometer” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals 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 andtransmission as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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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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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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FUSES
Front Power Distribution Center
• The Front Power Distribution Center (fuses) is located in the engine compartment on theright hand side near the Washer Fluid Reservoir. This module contains fuses and relays.
Front Power Distribution Center
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
2 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan #1
3 50 Amp Red Power Steering #1
4 30 Amp Pink Starter
5 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brakes
6 25 Amp Neutral Anti-Lock Brakes
9 20 Amp Yellow All-Wheel Drive Module –
If Equipped
10 10 Amp RedSecurity
11 20 Amp Yellow Horns
12 10 Amp RedAir Conditioning Clutch
15 25 Amp Neutral Transmission
18 50 Amp Red Radiator Fan #2
19 50 Amp Red Power Steering #2
20 30 Amp Pink Wiper Motor
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