2015 DODGE CHARGER transmission oil

While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant
installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-
conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be
consistent with anticipated climate and conditions under
which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle.”
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil
in the engine or damage may result.
NOTE:A new engine may consume some oil during its
first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This
should be considered a normal part of the break-in and
not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. Please check
your oil level with the engine oil indicator often during
the break in period. Add oil as required.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97

on while driving, have the system inspected at an autho-
rized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant
Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your
Vehicle” for further information.
•Speed Limit Warning Light
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow
button until the Speed Limit Warning Menu
icon/title is highlighted in the DID. Push and
release OK to enter speed warning. Use UP or
DOWN arrow to select a desired speed, then push and
release OK to set the speed. The Manual Speed Assist
(MSA) Speed Warning telltale will display in the DID,
and a chime will sound with a pop up warning message
when the set speed is exceeded.
•Transmission Temperature Warning Light
This light indicates that there is excessive trans-
mission fluid temperature that might occur
with severe usage such as trailer towing. It may
also occur when operating the vehicle in a high torque
converter slip condition. If this light comes on, stop the
vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster with the
transmission in NEUTRAL until the light goes off.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera-
ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause
severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi-
nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in
contact with hot engine or exhaust components and
cause a fire.
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•Instantaneous Horsepower/Kilowatts
Shows the instantaneous horsepower.
•Instantaneous Torque
Shows the instantaneous torque.
•Oil Pressure
Shows the actual engine oil pressure.
•Gear (Automatic Transmission Only)
Shows the current (or pending) operating gear of the
vehicle.
Performance Control — If Equipped
Your vehicle is equipped with a Performance Control
feature which allows for coordinating the operation of
various vehicle systems depending upon the type of
driving behavior desired. The Performance Control fea-
ture is controlled through the Uconnect® radio and may
be accessed by performing any of the following:
•Pushing the Super Track Pack button on the instru-
ment panel switch bank.
•Selecting “Performance Control” from the “Apps”
menu.
•Selecting “Performance Control” from within the Per-
formance Pages menu.
You will be able to enable, disable, and customize the
functionality of the Launch Control and Drive Mode
Set-Up features within Performance Control.
Descriptions of these features are provided below. To
access information about the functionality of these fea-
tures through the Uconnect® system, press the “Info”
button on the touchscreen.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339

on the ground. This will provide the best positioning
of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated
tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as
necessary to place the valve stem in this position
before proceeding.
3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto transmission) or
in Gear (manual transmission) and place the ignition
in the OFF position.
4. Set the parking brake.
(B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:
1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to the
Sealant Mode position.
2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and then remove the cap
from the fitting at the end of the hose.
3. Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground next to the
deflated tire.
4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw
the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the
valve stem.
5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the
vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet.
NOTE:Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or
nails) from the tire.
(C) Injecting Tire Service Kit Sealant Into The
Deflated Tire:
•Always start the engine before turning ON the Tire
Service Kit.
NOTE:Manual transmission vehicles must have the
parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
•After pushing the Power Button (4), the sealant (white
fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (1) through the
Sealant Hose (6) and into the tire.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed
“Maintenance Schedule”, there are other components
which may require servicing or replacement in the future.
CAUTION!
•Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per-
form repairs and service when necessary could
result in more costly repairs, damage to other
components or negatively impact vehicle perfor-
mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions
examined by an authorized dealer or qualified
repair center.
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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
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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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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561

Brake Assist System.......................424
Brake Control System, Electronic..............421
Brake Fluid.............................593
Brake, Parking...........................418
Brakes.................................420
Brake System............................420
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................421
Fluid Check...........................559
Master Cylinder........................559
Parking..............................418
Warning Light.........................263
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................400
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.........96
Brightness, Interior Lights...................161
Bulb Replacement.........................585
Bulbs, Light.............................102
Camera, Rear............................227
Capacities, Fluid..........................589
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)...........................541
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................556
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................98
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)....................477
Car Washes.............................565
Cellular Phone...........................351
Certification Label.........................477
Chains, Tire.............................456
Changing A Flat Tire.......................498
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................434
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .535
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety...............97
Checks, Safety............................97
Child Restraint............................75
Child Restraints
Booster Seats...........................79
Center Seat LATCH......................88
Child Restraints.........................75
616 INDEX

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
620 INDEX