2016 DODGE CHARGER checking oil

WARNING!(Continued)
•If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling
controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
blower at high speed.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding seat
belt or retractor condition, replace the seat belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The Air Bag warning lightwill turn on for four to
eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch
is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving,
have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as 2
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101

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
regular intervals, such as once a month. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of oil when the
reading is at the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading
on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Checking Oil Level — 5.7L Engine
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as once a month. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level in the “SAFE” range. Adding 1.0 quart (1.0
liter) of oil when the reading is at the bottom of the
“SAFE” range will result in an oil level at the top of the
“SAFE” range on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 559

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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INDEX 641

Vanity.............................. .122
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................477
MOPAR Parts ........................ .557, 631
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .485
Multi-Function Control Lever .................159
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................99
Occupant Restraints ........................47
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ......483, 613, 614, 615
Oil, Engine .................298, 559, 613, 614, 615
Capacity ..............................611
Change Interval ....................... .560
Checking ............................ .559
Dipstick ............................. .559
Disposal ............................. .562
Filter ..................... .562, 613, 614, 615
Filter Disposal ........................ .562Identification Logo
..................... .560
Materials Added To ..................... .562
Pressure Warning Light ...................274
Recommendation ....................560, 611
Synthetic ............................ .562
Viscosity ......................... .561, 611
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .562
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .562
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .274
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................554
Operating Precautions ..................... .554
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................119
Overheating, Engine ...................... .513
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..........4,632
Paint Care ............................. .584
Panic Alarm ..............................24
Parking Brake ........................... .434
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