2016 DODGE DART oil filter

checked. Operating the vehicle with an improper fluid
level can cause severe transmission damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid and Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle. However, if the vehicle is used for
frequent trailer towing, police, fleet, taxi, etc., change the
fluid as indicated in the Maintenance Schedule. In addi-
tion, change the fluid (and filter, if equipped) if the fluid
becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans-
mission is disassembled for any reason.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Lubricant Selection
Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Fluid Level Check
The transmission is designed to be fill for life. The oil
does not need to be checked unless there is an oil leak.
Should the transmission be leaking oil, the transmission
should be serviced to correct the condition.
Frequency Of Fluid Change
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of
the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubri-
cant has become contaminated with water.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
Fuel (1.4L Engines) 13.2 Gallons50 Liters
Fuel (2.0L/2.4L Engines) 14.2 Gallons54 Liters
Fuel (2.4L GT models only) 15.8 Gallons60 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
1.4L Turbo Engine (SAE 5W-40 Synthetic, API Certified) 4 Quarts3.8 Liters
2.0L Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5 Quarts4.7 Liters
2.4L Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5.5 Quarts5.2 Liters
Cooling System*
1.4L Turbo Engine (MOPAR OAT Antifreeze/Engine Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 5.8 Quarts
5.5 Liters
2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR OAT Antifreeze/Engine Cool-
ant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 7.2 Quarts
6.8 Liters
* Includes heater and pressurized coolant bottle filled to MAX level.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.
Engine Oil – 1.4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use SAE 5W-40 API Certified Synthetic Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA US Material Standard MS-12991 such as
MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 2.0L and 2.4L Engine
We recommend you use SAE 0W-20 API Certified Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of FCA US Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Penn-
zoil, and Shell Helix. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 1.4L Turbo Engine 91 Octane Recommended – 87 Octane Acceptable, 0-15% Ethanol.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, and
brake master cylinder as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Change engine oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• 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
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 629

DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .449
Electrical Power Outlets .....................282
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................294
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................123
Electronic Brake Control System ...............456
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................456
Traction Control System ...................462
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........250
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............463
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........314
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . .266, 329
Emergency Brake ........................ .451
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................48
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................559
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................531 Jacking
.............................. .544
Jump Starting ......................... .555
Overheating .......................... .531
Towing ............................. .563
Emergency Trunk Release ....................48
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........575
Engine ............................. .572, 573
Air Cleaner .......................... .582
Block Heater ......................... .420
Break-In Recommendations ................107
Checking Oil Level ..................... .578
Compartment ......................... .571
Cooling ............................. .591
Exhaust Gas Caution .................109, 509
Fuel Requirements ..................... .504
Jump Starting ......................... .555
Oil .......................... .578, 622, 623
Oil Filler Cap ................572, 573, 580, 581
Oil Filter ............................ .581
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Oil Selection...................... .579, 623
Overheating .......................... .531
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............83
Entry System, Illuminated ....................23
Ethanol ............................... .506
Event Data Recorder ........................86
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................109, 509
Exhaust System ...................... .109, 589
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................123
Exterior Lighting ......................... .234
Exterior Lights ...........................113
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .582
Air Conditioning ....................409, 585
Automatic Transmission ..................601
Engine Oil ........................... .581
Engine Oil Disposal .....................581 Flashers
Hazard Warning ....................... .531
Turn Signal .....................113, 239, 326
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .240
Flooded Engine Starting ....................419
Floor Console ........................... .288
Fluid, Brake ............................ .625
Fluid Capacities ......................... .622
Fluid Leaks .............................113
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................600
Fluids ............................. .623, 625
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........623
Fog Lights ............................. .238
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .230
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................559
Fuel .................................. .504
Adding ............................. .509
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MOPAR Parts........................ .576, 641
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .506
Multi-Function Control Lever .................239
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................107
Occupant Restraints ........................48
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................504
Oil Change Indicator ...................338, 353
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ...............338, 353
Oil, Engine ...................... .578, 622, 623
Capacity ............................ .622
Change Interval ....................... .579
Checking ............................ .578
Disposal ............................. .581
Filter ............................... .581
Filter Disposal ........................ .581
Identification Logo ..................... .580
Materials Added To ..................... .581Pressure Warning Light
...................313
Recommendation .................579, 622, 623
Viscosity ......................... .580, 581
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .581
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .582
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .313
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................574
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) .............270
Operating Precautions ..................... .574
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................122
Overhead Console ........................ .268
Overheating, Engine ...................... .531
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..........4,642
Paint Care ............................. .602
Panic Alarm .......................... .22, 26
Parking Brake ........................... .451
Parking On Hill ......................... .451
658 INDEX