2016 DODGE CHARGER brake fluid

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 “Flu-
ids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid
specifications. It is important to maintain the transmission
fluid at the correct level using the 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 supplemental addi-
tives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
transmission. Avoid using transmission sealers as they
may adversely affect seals.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 581

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 Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3 and
SAE J1703. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then
DOT 4 is acceptable.
Front Axle We recommend you use MOPAR Synthetic Gear
Lubricant SAE 75W90 (API GL-5).
Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR OD Synthetic Gear
Lubricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5).
Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR Transfer Case
Lubricant for BorgWarner 44–40.
616 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominantly at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. 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 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 (if equipped) 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 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 619

Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. XX X XX
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals,
and replace if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle
fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. X X X X X X X
Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). X XX
620 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

About Your Brakes.....................434, 436
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .180
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............575
Adding Fuel ............................ .492
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .570
Additives, Fuel .......................... .486
Adjust Down .............................. .135
Forward ............................. .135
Rearward ............................ .135
Up ................................ .135
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .173
AirBag.................................62 Advance Front Air Bag .................62, 64
Air Bag Operation .......................65
Air Bag Warning Light ....................73
Driver Knee Air Bag ......................66
Enhanced Accident Response ................73
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................76 FrontAirBag...........................62
If A Deployment Occurs
...................71
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................66
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............75
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............75
Side Air Bags ...........................66
Transporting Pets ........................98
Air Bag Deployment ........................62
Air Bag Light ..................... .73, 101, 268
Air Bag Maintenance .......................75
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .563
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................565
Air Conditioning ..................... .364, 370
Air Conditioning Controls ...................364
Air Conditioning Filter ..................380, 567
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...........379, 381
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ..........565, 566, 567
Air Conditioning System .............364, 378, 565
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .464
636 INDEX

AlarmArm The System ........................19
Alarm, Panic .............................24
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..................19, 271
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................19
All Wheel Drive Towing ............................. .546
All Wheel Drive (AWD) .................428, 583
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............574, 611
Disposal ............................. .577
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................438
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................286
Appearance Care ........................ .584
Arming System (Security Alarm) ...............19
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .441
Auto Down Power Windows ..................42
Automatic Door Locks ......................33
Automatic Headlights ..................... .155Automatic High Beams
.....................155
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . .364, 370, 378
Automatic Transmission .................417, 582
Adding Fluid ...................582, 613, 616
Autostick ............................ .425
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................582
Fluid Change ......................... .582
Fluid Level Check ...................581, 582
Fluid Type ........................ .613, 616
Special Additives ...................... .581
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .......423
Autostick .............................. .425
Operation ............................ .425
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................33
Auto Up Power Windows ....................42
AW D Towing ............................. .546
Axle Fluid .......................... .613, 616
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INDEX 637

Axle Lubrication..................... .613, 616
Battery ............................ .273, 563
Charging System Light ...................273
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........24
Location ............................. .563
Belts, Seat .............................. .101
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................569
B-Pillar Location ......................... .457
Brake Assist System ...................... .440
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............437
Brake Fluid ......................... .613, 616
Brake, Parking .......................... .434
Brakes ................................ .436
Brake System ........................ .436, 579
Fluid Check ....................579, 613, 616
Master Cylinder ....................... .579
Parking ............................. .434
Warning Light ..................... .269, 436Brake/Transmission Interlock
.................417
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .........99
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................163
Bulb Replacement ..................... .606, 608
Bulbs, Light ......................... .103, 606
Camera, Rear ........................... .227
Capacities, Fluid ..........................611
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... .561
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................576
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............100, 488
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................495
Car Washes ............................ .584
Certification Label ........................ .495
Chains, Tire ............................ .475
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .516
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .452
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .555
638 INDEX

Floor Console........................... .251
Fluid, Brake ......................... .613, 616
Fluid Capacities ..........................611
Fluid Leaks ............................ .104
Fluid Level Checks ....................... .583
Automatic Transmission ..................582
Brake ............................... .579
Cooling System ........................ .573
Engine Oil ........................... .559
Transfer Case ......................... .583
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........613
Fog Lights ............................. .158
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .146
Forward Collision Warning ..................207
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................539
Fuel .................................. .483
Additives ............................ .486
Clean Air ............................ .484
Ethanol .......................... .485, 488Gasoline
............................. .483
Light ............................... .285
Materials Added ....................... .486
Methanol ............................ .485
Octane Rating ................483, 613, 614, 615
Requirements ......................... .483
Specifications ...................613, 614, 615
Tank Capacity ..........................611
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .488
Fuses ................................. .590
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ..........232, 239
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .484
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .483
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................484
Gear Ranges ............................ .419
Glass Cleaning .......................... .589
Gr

oss Axle Weight Rating ................496, 498
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..............496, 49710
INDEX 643