2015 DODGE CHARGER automatic transmission fluid

▫Automatic Transmission................561
▫All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped.....563
▫Rear Axle...........................564
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................564
!FUSES..............................571
▫Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses).....572
▫Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses).....576
!VEHICLE STORAGE....................584
!REPLACEMENT BULBS.................585
!BULB REPLACEMENT..................587
▫Front Low/High Beam Headlamp And Park/Turn
Lamp — Models With Halogen Headlamps . . .587
▫Front Low/High Beam Headlamp And Park/Turn
Lamp — Models With High Intensity Discharge
Headlamps (HID).....................588
▫Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp............588
▫Front Fog Lamp......................588
▫Backup Lamps........................588
▫Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) . . .589
▫License Lamp........................589
!FLUID CAPACITIES....................589
!FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE
PA R T S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..591
▫Engine.............................591
▫Chassis............................593
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WARNING!(Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
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recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used
in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should
be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – 8-Speed Transmission Use only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic
Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the
correct fluid may affect the function or performance of
your transmission.
Brake Master CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE
J1703. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT
4 is acceptable.
Front AxleWe recommend you use MOPAR® Synthetic Gear Lu-
bricant SAE 75W90 (API GL-5).
Rear AxleWe recommend you use MOPAR® OD Synthetic Gear
Lubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5).
Transfer CaseWe recommend you use MOPAR® Transfer Case Lu-
bricant for BorgWarner 44–40.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593

Alarm, Panic.............................23
Alarm (Security Alarm)......................18
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................18
All Wheel Drive (AWD).....................411
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................554
Disposal..............................557
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................421
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................263
Appearance Care.........................564
Arming System (Security Alarm)...............18
Assist, Hill Start..........................428
Auto Down Power Windows..................40
Automatic Door Locks......................31
Automatic Headlights......................153
Automatic High Beams.....................154
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........352
Automatic Transmission....................401
Adding Fluid..........................563
Autostick.............................408
Fluid and Filter Changes..................563
Fluid Change..........................563
Fluid Level Check.......................561
Fluid Type............................593
Special Additives.......................562
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode.......407
Autostick...............................408
Auto Unlock, Doors........................32
Auto Up Power Windows....................40
Axle Fluid..............................593
Axle Lubrication..........................593
Battery.................................543
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........24
Location..............................544
Belts, Seat...............................99
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................548
B-Pillar Location..........................439
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Entry System, Illuminated....................20
Ethanol................................466
Event Data Recorder........................74
Exhaust Gas Caution........................98
Exhaust System...........................98
Exterior Folding Mirrors....................118
Exterior Lighting..........................152
Exterior Lights...........................102
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................543
Air Conditioning.......................369
Engine Oil............................542
Engine Oil Disposal.....................542
Flashers................................495
Hazard Warning........................495
Turn Signal...........................102
Flash-To-Pass............................158
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range.........................472
Engine Oil............................472
Fuel Requirements......................470
Maintenance...........................473
Replacement Parts.......................472
Starting..............................472
Flooded Engine Starting....................396
Floor Console............................252
Fluid, Brake.............................593
Fluid Capacities..........................589
Fluid Leaks.............................102
Fluid Level Checks........................564
Automatic Transmission..................562
Brake................................559
Cooling System.........................553
Engine Oil............................538
Transfer Case..........................563
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........591
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Radial...............................447
Replacement...........................454
Rotation..............................457
Safety...............................432
Sizes................................434
Snow Tires............................449
Spare Tire.............................498
Spinning.............................453
Trailer Towing.........................488
Tread Wear Indicators....................453
Tire Safety Information.....................432
Tire Service Kit...........................507
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................484
To Open Hood...........................150
Towing................................479
Disabled Vehicle........................526
Guide...............................484
Recreational...........................492
Weight...............................484
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........492
Traction................................412
Traction Control..........................423
Trailer Towing...........................479
Cooling System Tips.....................492
Hitches..............................482
Minimum Requirements..................486
Ti p s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..491
Trailer and Tongue Weight.................484
Wiring...............................489
Trailer Towing Guide.......................484
Trailer Weight............................484
Transfer Case............................563
Fluid................................563
Maintenance...........................564
Transmission
Automatic............................398
Fluid................................561
Maintenance...........................561
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