2016 DODGE CHARGER ESP

•If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu-
lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug
and Tar Remover to remove.
• Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR
Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect
your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint.
• Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing
that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish.
CAUTION!
• Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials
such as steel wool or scouring powder that will
scratch metal and painted surfaces.
• Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274
kPa) can result in damage or removal of paint and
decals.
Special Care
• If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once
a month.
• It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear and
open.
• If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,
touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is
considered the responsibility of the owner.
• If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar
cause that destroys the paint and protective coating,
have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The
cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of
the owner.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 585

•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
• Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to
match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPAR Wheel Cleaner. NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or
Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners,
abrasives or polishing compounds. They will perma-
nently damage this finish and such damage is not cov-
ered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. USE ONLY
MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used
on a regular basis this is all that is required to maintain
this finish.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
586 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
CAUTION!
Direct contact of air fresheners, insect repellents,
suntan lotions, or hand sanitizers to the plastic,
painted, or decorated surfaces of the interior may
cause permanent damage. Wipe away immediately.
CAUTION!
Damage caused by these type of products may not be
covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton
based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as
damage to the seat may result.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog
lights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone break-
age than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only
the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a
manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan
Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail
within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date. If you
have any questions about the service contract, call the
manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer
Hotline at 1-800-521-9922 (Canadian residents, call (800)
465-2001 English / (800) 387-9983 French).
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a ser-
vice contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract,
and you require service after the manufacturer’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the
contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
the ownership experience. You will be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only),
some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids
contained in vehicles and certain products of compo-
nent wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
630 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and Arepresent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
634 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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

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