2015 DODGE CHALLENGER oil pressure

CAUTION!(Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of your
vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-
vals. Do not use chemical flushes in these compo-
nents as the chemicals can damage your engine,
transmission, power steering or air conditioning.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed because of
component malfunction, use only the specified
fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level — 3.6L Engine
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding 1.0 qt (1.0 L) of oil when the reading is
at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Checking Oil Level — 5.7L and 6.4L Engine
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
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regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level in the “SAFE” range. Adding 1.0 qt (1.0 L) of
oil when the reading is at the bottom of the “SAFE” range
will result in an oil level at the top of the “SAFE” range
on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Change Engine Oil — 3.6L and 5.7L Engine
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa-
tion.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever occurs first.
Change Engine Oil — 6.4L Engine
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
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WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the
system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If
Equipped
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealer or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil, and refrigerants.
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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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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
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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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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 563

Anti-Lock (ABS)........................382
Fluid Check...........................518
Master Cylinder........................518
Parking..............................377
Warning Light.........................227
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................361
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.........90
Brightness, Interior Lights...................145
Bulb Replacement.........................543
Bulbs, Light..............................97
Camera, Rear............................195
Capacities, Fluid..........................548
Caps, Filler
Fuel.................................431
Oil (Engine)...........................499
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................515
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................94
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)....................433
Car Washes.............................524
Cellular Phone...........................312
Center High Mounted Stop Light..............547
Certification Label.........................433
Chains, Tire.............................415
Changing A Flat Tire.......................466
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................393
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .493
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety...............93
Checks, Safety............................93
Child Restraint............................69
Child Restraints
Booster Seats...........................74
Center Seat LATCH......................82
Child Restraints.........................69
Child Seat Installation.....................87
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt........83
Infants And Child Restraints................72
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint.....82
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Maintenance Free Battery....................502
Maintenance Procedures....................495
Maintenance Schedule......................554
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......224
Manual, Service..........................576
Manual Transmission......................355
Fluid Level Check.......................520
Map/Reading Lights.......................144
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................518
Methanol...............................427
Mirrors................................105
Electric Remote.........................113
Exterior Folding........................113
Heated...............................114
Outside..............................112
Rearview.............................105
Vanity...............................114
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................417
MOPAR® Parts...........................494
MTBE/ETBE............................427
Multi-Function Control Lever.................143
New Vehicle Break-In Period..................90
Occupant Restraints........................41
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................425
Odometer...............................226
Tr i p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..226
Oil, Engine..............................236
Capacity.............................548
Change Interval........................497
Checking.............................496
Dipstick..............................496
Disposal..............................500
Filter................................501
Filter Disposal.........................500
Identification Logo......................49810
INDEX 591