2016 DODGE CHARGER engine oil

Engine — 3.6L
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive
Technology).
Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20
Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material
Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and
Shell Helix. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use a MOPAR Engine Oil Filter.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane, 0-15% Ethanol.
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Flex Fuel (E-85) Engine 87 Octane, Up to 85% Ethanol.
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Engine — 5.7L
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive
Technology).
Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20
Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material
Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and
Shell Helix. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use a MOPAR Engine Oil Filter.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine 89 Octane Recommended – 87 Octane Acceptable,
0-15% Ethanol.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).The “Oil Change Required” message will be displayed in
the DID and a single chime will sound, indicating that an
oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Driver Informa-
tion Dispay (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or
350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The
350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
concern for fleet customers.
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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

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
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Radiator Cap......................... .576
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze) ..............574, 611, 613, 614, 615
Corrosion Protection ...................... .584
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................180
Cruise Light ......................... .292, 294
Cupholders ......................... .249, 590
Customer Assistance ...................... .627
Customer Programmable Features ..........309, 311
Data Recorder, Event .......................76
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............164
Daytime Running Lights ....................157
Dealer Service ........................... .557
Deck Lid, Emergency Release .................47
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................45
Defroster, Rear Window .....................254
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .102
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................165 Diagnostic System, Onboard
.................554
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................160
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .559
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................544
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................577
Door Ajar .............................. .278
Door Ajar Light ......................... .278
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ......34
Door Locks ......................... .23, 30
KeyFob...............................30
Remote ...............................30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................30
Door Locks, Automatic ......................33
Driver Information Display DID ............................ .298, 301
Instrument Cluster Display .............298, 301
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DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .430
E-85 Fuel .............................. .488
Electrical Power Outlets .....................245
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................254
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................121
Electronic Brake Control System ...............437
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................438
Electronic Roll Mitigation .................449
Traction Control System ...................444
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......591
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control). .176, 177, 180
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............444
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........275
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................47
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................539 Jacking
.............................. .516
Jump Starting ..................... .535, 537
Overheating .......................... .513
Towing ............................. .544
Emergency Trunk Release ....................47
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........555
Engine ................................ .553
Air Cleaner .......................... .563
Block Heater ......................... .414
Break-In Recommendations .................99
Checking Oil Level ..................... .559
Compartment ...................... .552, 553
Compartment Identification ................552
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...........573, 613, 614, 615
Cooling ............................. .573
Exhaust Gas Caution .................100, 488
Fails To Start ......................... .413
Flooded, Starting ...................... .413
Fuel Requirements ..................... .483
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Jump Starting..................... .535, 537
Oil ....................559, 611, 613, 614, 615
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .561
Oil Filter ............................ .562
Oil Selection ...................... .560, 611
Oil Synthetic ......................... .562
Overheating .......................... .513
Starting ............................. .410
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .561
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................561
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............73
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................ .485, 488
Event Data Recorder ........................76
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................100, 488
Exhaust System ...................... .100, 570
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................120
Exterior Lighting ......................... .154Exterior Lights
.......................... .103
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .563
Air Conditioning ....................380, 567
Engine Oil ..................562, 613, 614, 615
Engine Oil Disposal .....................562
Flashers ............................... .513
Hazard Warning ....................... .513
Turn Signal .....................103, 160, 291
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .160
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .491
Engine Oil ........................... .490
Fuel Requirements ...................488, 489
Maintenance .......................... .491
Replacement Parts ...................... .491
Starting ............................. .490
Flooded Engine Starting ....................413
642 INDEX