2017 DODGE CHARGER ABS

WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi-
bly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding
on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake
temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible
brake damage. You would not have your full braking
capacity in an emergency.
Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately if
the brake system warning light indicates system failure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when perform-
ing underhood services.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the requirements
described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc brakes,fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear.
However, low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a
checkup may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer
to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Maintain-
ing Your Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
•
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Using the wrong type of brake fluid can severely
damage your brake system and/or impair its perfor-
mance. The proper type of brake fluid for your
vehicle is also identified on the original factory
installed hydraulic master cylinder reservoir.
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter or mois-
ture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylin-
der reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in
a open container absorbs moisture from the air
resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463

Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle to
help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs
after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty
expires. The manufacturer stands behind only the manu-
facturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a manufac-
turer’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 manufactur-
er’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 con-
tract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not
responsible for any service contract other than the manu-
facturer’s service contract. If you purchased a service
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 docu-
ments.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer hasalso 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 con-
tained in vehicles and certain products of component
wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet, for the terms and
provisions of FCA US LLC warranties applicable to this
vehicle and market.
506 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

About Your Brakes..................... .350, 351
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . .136
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............460
Adding Fuel ............................. .396
Adding Washer Fluid ....................... .456
Additives, Fuel ........................... .393
Adjust Down ................................ .105
Forward .............................. .105
Rearward ............................. .105
Up.................................. .105
AirBag ..................................50 Advance Front Air Bag .....................50
Air Bag Operation .........................52
Air Bag Warning Light .....................49
Driver Knee Air Bag .......................53
Enhanced Accident Response ..............58, 438
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................438
FrontAirBag ............................50
If A Deployment Occurs ....................57
Knee Impact Bolsters .......................52
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ..............59
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light .............50
Side Air Bags ............................53
Transporting Pets .........................75 Air Bag Light
....................... .49, 79, 201
Air Bag Maintenance .........................59
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......451
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................452
Air Conditioning ...................... .295, 302
Air Conditioning Controls .................295, 302
Air Conditioning Filter ...................311,453
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............310, 312
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ...............452, 453
Air Conditioning System ...........295, 302, 309, 452
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .373
Alarm Arm The System ..........................16
Rearming The System ......................16
Alarm, Panic ...............................20
Alarm (Security Alarm) ................16, 203, 208
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .................16
All Wheel Drive Towing ............................... .437
All

Wheel Drive (AWD) ...................346, 465
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .............459, 485, 486
Disposal .............................. .461
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................352
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................213
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