2016 DODGE CHARGER SRT battery

WARNING!(Continued)
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
• The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that
should not be disconnected and should only be
replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
CAUTION!
• It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
(+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

CavityCartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
31 –25 Amp Breaker Power Seats – If
Equipped
32 –15 Amp Blue HVAC Module/Cluster
33 –15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch/RF Hub
Module/Steering Col-
umn Lock (300) – If
Equipped
34 –10 Amp Red Steering Column
Module/Clock (300)
35 –5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor
36 –15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve
– If Equipped
37 –20 Amp Yellow Radio
38 –20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet Inside Arm
Rest/Console Media Hub
40 ––Fuse – Spare
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 571

VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
• Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (e.g., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass
cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved
and should not be used for replacement.
Interior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps W5W
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp 562
Overhead Console Reading Lamp 578
Visor Vanity Lamps A6220
Glove Compartment Lamp – If Equipped 194
576 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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 Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance
Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once A Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. •
Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering (6.2L Only), and
add as needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 589

Alarm, Panic.............................24
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..................19, 261
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................19
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............545, 581
Disposal ............................. .548
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................436
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................277
Appearance Care ........................ .554
Arming System (Security Alarm) ...............19
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .439
Auto Down Power Windows ..................42
Automatic Door Locks ......................33
Automatic Headlights ..................... .153
Automatic High Beams .....................153
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) .......362, 369
Automatic Transmission .................406, 553
Adding Fluid ...................553, 583, 585
Autostick ............................ .413Fluid And Filter Changes
..................553
Fluid Change ......................... .553
Fluid Level Check ...................552, 553
Fluid Type ........................ .583, 585
Special Additives ...................... .552
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .......412
Autostick .............................. .413
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................33
Auto Up Power Windows ....................42
Axle Fluid .......................... .583, 585
Axle Lubrication ..................... .583, 585
Battery ............................ .263, 535
Charging System Light ...................263
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........24
Location ............................. .535
Belts, Seat .............................. .101
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................540
B-Pillar Location ......................... .456
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INDEX 611

Headlights On With Wipers.............153, 165
Headlight Switch ...................... .152
High Beam ........................... .158
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............158
Illuminated Entry ........................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .152
Intensity Control ....................... .161
Interior ............................. .160
License ............................. .580
Lights On Reminder .....................155
Low Fuel ............................ .276
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........269
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........162
Park ............................... .281
Passing ............................. .158
Reading .......................... .158, 222
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .257
Security Alarm ........................ .261
Service .......................... .576, 578Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)
.........273, 474
Traction Control ....................... .446
Turn Signal ..................103, 156, 157, 282
Vanity Mirror ......................... .123
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .262, 282
Loading Vehicle ...................... .489, 491
Capacities ........................... .491
Tires ............................... .456
Locks ..................................30
Automatic Door .........................33
Auto Unlock ...........................33
Child Protection .........................34
Door .................................30
Power Door ............................32
Low Tire Pressure System ...................474
Lubrication, Body ........................ .540
Lug Nuts .............................. .495
Maintenance Free Battery ....................535
620 INDEX

Radial.............................. .464
Replacement .......................... .471
Rotation ............................. .473
Safety ........................... .449, 461
Sizes ............................... .451
Snow Tires ........................... .466
Spare Tire ..................... .467, 468, 469
Spinning ............................ .469
Tread Wear Indicators ....................470
Tire Safety Information .....................449
Tire Service Kit . . . .497, 498, 499, 500, 502, 503, 506, 508
To Open Hood .......................... .150
Top Speed ............................. .298
SRT ................................ .298
Towing ............................... .491
Behind A Motorhome ....................491
Recreational .......................... .491
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........491
Traction ............................... .427Traction Control
......................... .442
Trailer Towing .......................... .491
Transfer Case Fluid ............................... .583
Transmission Automatic ..................... .404, 406, 552
Fluid ........................ .552, 583, 585
Maintenance .......................... .552
Shifting ............................. .404
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .24
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .24
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........21
Transporting Pets ..........................97
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .470
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .....................44, 45
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................45
Trunk Release Remote Control .................44
Turn Signals ......................... .157, 282
628 INDEX

INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENT
Special design considerations are incorporated into this
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
equipment must be installed properly by trained person-
nel. The following must be observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly
to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
The negative power connection should be made to body
sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection.
This connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the
roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used
in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may
affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on
vehicles so equipped.The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use
only fully shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to
ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interfer-
ence between the communications equipment and the
vehicle’s electronic systems.