2014 DODGE CHARGER coolant reservoir

Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartCapacities
Axle Rear We recommend you use API GL-5 SAE
75W140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant. —
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® Hydraulic
Fluid or equivalent meeting MS-11655, such as Fuchs EG ZH 3044 or Pentosin CHF 11s.—
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane19 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine 87 Octane Acceptable. 89 Octane Recom-
mended. 19 Gallons (72 Liters)
(Approximate)
SRT
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 protec-tion under all types of operating conditions,
the manufacturer only recommends full syn- thetic engine oils that meet the American
Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SN.
The manufacturer recommends the use of Pennzoil Ultra™ 0W-40 or equivalent
MOPAR® engine oil meeting the require-
ments of Chrysler Material Standard MS-
12633 for use in all operating temperatures.
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 Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission
Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may af- fect the function or performance of your transmission. We recommend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid. —
Axle Rear We recommend you use MOPAR® Syn-
thetic 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 Gallons (72 Liters) (Approximate)
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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
“Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in
your Owners Manual on the DVD for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or
twelve months, whichever comes first.
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 ofirregular 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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Once A Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
• Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power steering,and add as needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
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