2015 DODGE CHARGER steering

7. Air Filter Cleaner
8. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
9. Remote Jump Start Negative Terminal
10. Engine Oil Dipstick
11. Washer Fluid Reservoir
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CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology
(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different
and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine
coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT
engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, the
cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
•Donotusewateraloneoralcohol-basedenginecoolant(antifreeze)products.
Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be
compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
•Thisvehiclehasnotbeendesignedforusewithpropyleneglycol-basedengine
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
not recommended.
Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic TransmissionUse only MOPAR®ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ AutomaticTr a n s m i s s i o n F l u i d , o r e q u i v a l e n t . F a i l u r e t o u s e t h ecorrect fluid may affect the function or performance ofyour transmission.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR®DOT 3 brake fluid.If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 isacceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir —If EquippedWe recommend you use MOPAR®Hydraulic SystemPower Steering Fluid or equivalent meeting the require-ments of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10838.
Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR®LSD Synthetic GearLubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5).
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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:
•Checkengineoillevel
•Checkwindshieldwasherfluidlevel
•Checktirepressureandlookforunusualwearordamage.Rotatetiresatthefirstsign
of irregular wear, even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
•Checkthefluidlevelsofthecoolantreservoir,brakemastercylinder,andpower
steering (If Equipped) and fill as needed.
•Checkfunctionofallinteriorandexteriorlights
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
•Rotatethetires.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 SCHEDULE — SRT
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or
mileages specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle perfor-
mance and reliability. More frequent maintenance may be needed for vehicles in severe
operating conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip driving. Inspection and
service should also be done anytime a malfunction is suspected.
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in forscheduled maintenance.
A“OilChangeRequired”messagewillbedisplayedintheDIDandasinglechimewillsound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.This means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon aspossible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:
•Theoilchangeindicatormessagewillnotmonitorthetimesincethelastoilchange.Change your vehicle's oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, even if theoil change indicator message is NOT illuminated.
•Changeyourengineoilmoreoftenifyoudriveyourvehicleoff-road/trackusageforanextended period of time.
•Undernocircumstancesshouldoilchangeintervalsexceed6,000miles(10,000km)or six months, whichever comes first.
Yo u r a u t h o r i z e d d e a l e r w i l l r e s e t t h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r m e s s a g e a f t e r c o m p l e t i n g t h escheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than yourauthorized 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“Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in yourOwners Manual on the DVD for further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Checktheengineoillevel.Referto“MaintenanceProcedures/EngineOil”in“Main-taining Your Vehicle” for further information.•Checkthewindshieldwashersolventandaddifrequired.
Once A Month
•Checktirepressureandlookforunusualwearordamage.
•Inspectthebattery,andcleanandtightentheterminalsasrequired.
•Checkthefluidlevelsofthecoolantreservoir,brakemastercylinder,andpowersteering
(6.2L Only), and add as needed.
•Checkalllightsandotherelectricalitemsforcorrectoperation.
At Each Oil Change
•Changetheengineoilfilter.
•Inspectthebrakehosesandlines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
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FUSES
WARNING!
•When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appropriate replacement fuse with the
same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher
amp rating. Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material. Failure
to use proper fuses may result in serious personal injury, fire and/or property damage.
•Beforereplacingafuse,makesurethattheignitionisoffandthatalltheother
services are switched off and/or disengaged.
•Ifthereplacedfuseblowsagain,contactanauthorizeddealer.
•If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power
unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an
authorized dealer.
Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
The Front Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment. This module
contains fuses and relays.
CAUTION!
•Wheninstallingthepowerdistributioncentercover,itisimportanttoensurethe
cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get
into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.•Whenreplacingablownfuse,itisimportanttouseonlyafusehavingthecorrect
amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in
adangerouselectricalsystemoverload.Ifaproperlyratedfusecontinuestoblow,
it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
1––Fuse – Spare
240AmpGreen –Radiator Fan #1 – If Equipped
350AmpRed –Power Steering #1 / Radiator Fan(6.2L Supercharged) – If Equipped
430AmpPink –Starter
540AmpGreen –Electronic Stability Control
630AmpPink –Electronic Stability Control
7––Fuse – Spare
820AmpBlue –Police Ignition Run / ACC # 2
9–20AmpYellowAll-Wheel Drive Module – If Equipped
10–10AmpRedSecurity–IfEquipped/UnderhoodLamp – Police
11–20AmpYellowHorns
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
12–10AmpRedAirConditioningClutch
13––Fuse – Spare
14––Fuse – Spare
15–20AmpYellowLeftHID–IfEquipped
16–20AmpYellowRightHID–IfEquipped
18 40 Amp Green –Radiator Fan #2 – If Equipped
19 50 Amp Red –Power Steering #2 / Radiator Fan(6.2L Supercharged)
20 30 Amp Pink –Wiper Motor
21 20 Amp Blue – Headlamp Washers – If Equipped /Police Feed
22 40 Amp Green /20 Amp Blue –Police
–EngineCoolingPump(6.2LSuper-charged) / Police Bat Feed#3–If Equipped
23 20 Amp Blue – Police Bat Feed # 1 – IfEquipped
24 20 Amp Blue – Police Bat Feed # 3 – IfEquipped
28––Fuse – Spare
29–15AmpBlueTransmissionControlModule(LA/LD Police)
30––Fuse – Spare
31–25AmpClearEngine Module
32––Fuse – Spare
33––Fuse – Spare
34–25AmpClearPowertrain #1
35–20AmpYellowPowertrain #2
36–10AmpRedAnti-LockBrakeModule
37–10AmpRedEngineController/RadFanRelays–If Equipped
38–10AmpRedAirbag Module
39–10AmpRedPowerSteeringModule/ACClutchRelay
48–10AmpRedAWDModule/FrontAxleDisconnect(LX) / Adaptive Cruise (LA) –If Equipped
49––Fuse – Spare
50––Fuse – Spare
51–20AmpYellowVacuum Pump
52–10AmpRedAdaptiveCruise(LD/LX)–If Equipped
53––Fuse – Spare
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
22—20 Amp Yellow –Police10 Amp Red – LA
Right Spot Lamp – PoliceIntegrated Center Stack – LA
23—10 Amp Red Fuel Door/Diagnostic Port
24—15 Amp Blue Integrated Center Stack –LD/LX
25—10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor
26
—15 Amp Blue –LD/LX25 Amp Clear – LA30 Amp Green – LA6.2L Supercharged
Tr a n s m i s s i o n / E l e c t r o n i cShift Module (LD/LX)Fuel Pump (LA)Fuel Pump (LA 6.2LSupercharged)
27—25 Amp Clear Amplifier – If Equipped
31—25 Amp Breaker Power Seats
32—15 Amp Blue HVAC Module/Cluster
33—15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch/RF hubModule/Steering ColumnLock-LX If Equipped
34—10 Amp Red Steering Column Module/Clock/Spare – Police
35—5AmpTan BatterySensor
36—15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve –If Equipped
37—20 Amp Yellow Radio
38
—15 Amp Blue –LD/LX20 Amp Yellow – LA
Console Power Outlet/ConsoleMedia Hub (LD/LX)Power Outlet Inside ArmRest/Console Media Hub (LA)
40——Fuse—Spare
41——Fuse—Spare
42 30 Amp Pink—RearDefrost
43—20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seats/SteeringWheel Module
44—10 Amp Red Park Assist / Blind Spot /Rear View Camera
45—15 Amp Blue Cluster / Rearview Mirror /Compass(LDLX)/HumiditySensor
46——Fuse—Spare
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TIRE PRESSURES
Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire (if equipped), at least
monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle.
The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading
Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening.
NOTE:
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for
more information regarding tire warnings
and instructions.
WARNING!
•Overloadingofyourtiresisdangerous.Overloadingcancausetirefailure,affect
vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recom-
mended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.
•Improperlyinflatedtiresaredangerousandcancausecollisions.Under-inflation
increases tire flexing and can result in over-heating and tire failure. Over-inflation
reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can
cause damage that results in tire failure. Unequal tire pressures can cause steering
problems. You could lose control of your vehicle. Over-inflated or under-inflated
tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle
control. Always drive with each tire inflated to the recommended cold tire inflation
pressure.
Tire And Loading Information Location(Example)
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