2014 DODGE CHARGER oil change

case fluid level, remove the fill/inspection plug. The
fluid level should be even with the bottom of the hole.
Use this plug to add fluid as required.
The front differential fill plug is located on the outer
cover near the halfshaft attachment. To inspect the differ-
ential fluid level, remove the fill plug. The fluid level
should be even with or slightly below the bottom of the
hole.
Fluid Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Rear Axle
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons
the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be
inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect thefluid level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the
axle. The fluid level should be at the bottom of the fill
hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Change Axle Fluid
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
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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 ser-
vice 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 Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions 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 dis-
played 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)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
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Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill 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 your next scheduled service
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
• 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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Automatic Door Locks......................32
Automatic Headlights ..................... .218
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............334
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........382
Automatic Transmission ....................400
Adding Fluid ......................... .563
Autostick ............................ .417
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................563
Fluid Change ......................... .563
Fluid Level Check ...................... .561
Fluid Type ........................... .590
Special Additives ...................... .562
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .......408
Autostick .............................. .417
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................32
Auto Up Power Windows ....................40
Axle Fluid ............................. .590
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) .................590Battery
................................ .543
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Location ............................. .543
Remote Battery Replacement ................25
Transmitter Battery Replacement .............25
Belts, Seat ...............................48
Bluetooth® Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio
Device After Pairing .....................154
Connect Or Disconnect Link Between the Uconnect®
Phone And Mobile Phone .................141
Pair (Link) Uconnect® Phone To A Mobile
Phone .............................. .128
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................548
B-Pillar Location ......................... .447
Brake Assist System ...................... .432
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............431
Brake Fluid ............................ .590
Brake, Parking .......................... .426
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Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .324
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu............................... .324
EVIC Display ......................... .326
EVIC Messages ........................ .324
Remote Start ...........................29
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................44
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................521
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................505
Jacking .............................. .508
Jump Starting ......................... .517
Overheating .......................... .505
Towing ............................. .527
Emergency Trunk Release ....................44
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........535
Engine ................................ .534
Air Cleaner .......................... .543
Block Heater ......................... .396Break-In Recommendations
.................95
Checking Oil Level ..................... .538
Compartment ......................... .533
Compartment Identification ................533
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................552
Cooling ............................. .552
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................96
Fails to Start .......................... .395
Flooded, Starting ...................... .395
Fuel Requirements ..................... .477
Jump Starting ......................... .517
Oil................................. .538
Oil Change Interval ..................... .334
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .541
Oil Selection .......................... .540
Oil Synthetic ......................... .542
Overheating .......................... .505
Starting ............................. .392
Temperature Gauge ..................... .323
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Maintenance Procedures....................538
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .592
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......317
Manual, Service ......................... .605
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................559
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............211
Memory Seat ............................211
Memory Seats and Radio ....................211
Methanol .............................. .478
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .337
Mirrors ............................... .108
Automatic Dimming .....................108
Electric Powered ........................111
Electric Remote .........................111
Exterior Folding ........................110
Heated ...............................112
Outside ............................. .109
Rearview ............................ .108
Vanity ...............................112 Mode
Fuel Saver ........................... .335
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................466
Mopar Parts ............................ .537
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .478
Multi-Function Control Lever .................222
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................95
Occupant Restraints ........................44
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................62
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................477
Odometer .............................. .315
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .315
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................315
Oil, Engine ............................. .538
Capacity ............................ .588
Change Interval ....................... .334
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Programming Additional Key Fobs...........18
Programming Additional Transmitters .........18
Remote Battery Replacement ................25
Transmitter Battery Replacement .............25
Unlatch The Trunk .......................24
Unlock The Doors .......................23
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........371
Remote Starting EVIC Remote Start Abort Message ............28
Exit Remote Start Mode ...................29
How To Use Remote Start ..................27
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle. .29
Uconnect® Customer Programmable Features . . .365
Uconnect® Settings ..................... .365
Remote Starting System ......................27
Remote Trunk Release .......................42
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .583
Replacement Keys .........................17
Replacement Parts ........................ .537Replacement Tires
........................ .462
Reporting Safety Defects ....................605
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ................315
Restraint, Head .......................... .207
Restraints, Child ...........................73
Restraints, Occupant ........................44
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................521
Rotation, Tires .......................... .465
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................97
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................100
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................605
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................96
Safety Information, Tire .....................440
Safety Tips ...............................96
Schedule, Maintenance .....................592
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .570
Seat Belt Reminder .........................57
Seat Belts ................................44
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