2017 DODGE CHARGER adding oil

▫Temperature Grades .....................384
 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . . .384
▫ Premium System ...................... .386
▫ TPMS Deactivation — If Equipped ...........389
▫ General Information .....................390
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ...................390
▫ 3.6L Engine — If Equipped ................390
▫ 5.7L Engine — If Equipped ................390
▫ 6.4L Engine — If Equipped ................391
▫ Reformulated Gasoline ..................391
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ...............391
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .........392
▫ CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ......392
▫ MMT In Gasoline ...................... .392
▫ Materials Added To Fuel .................393
▫ Fuel System Cautions ....................393
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ...............394
FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF
EQUIPPED ........................... .394
▫ E-85 General Information .................394
▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ..................... .394
▫ Fuel Requirements .....................395
▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles ..............395
▫ Starting ............................ .396
▫ Cruising Range ....................... .396
▫ Replacement Parts ..................... .396
▫ Maintenance ......................... .396
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FUEL........................ .396
▫ Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release ..........398
 VEHICLE LOADING .....................399
▫ Vehicle Certification Label ................399
▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ........400
▫ Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ..........400
▫ Overloading ......................... .400
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ...........441
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ...........442
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L ...........443
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .444
▫ Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ........................ .444
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS .......................... .445
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ...................446
 DEALER SERVICE ...................... .446
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .............446
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .447
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .450
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................451
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................451 ▫
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............452
▫ A/C Air Filter ....................... .453
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .455
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades .................455
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................456
▫ Exhaust System ....................... .456
▫ Cooling System ....................... .458
▫ Brake System ........................ .462
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................464
▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped .......465
▫ Rear Axle ........................... .466
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion ........................... .466
 FUSES ............................... .472
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CAUTION!
•Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or perform
repairs and service when necessary could result in
more costly repairs, damage to other components or
negatively impact vehicle performance. Immediately
have potential malfunctions examined by an autho-
rized dealer or qualified repair center.
•
Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that
protect the performance and durability of your vehicle
and also allow extended maintenance intervals. Do not
use chemical flushes in these components as the chemi-
cals can damage your engine, transmission, or air con-
ditioning. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed because
of component malfunction, use only the specified fluid
for the flushing procedure.
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 and 6.4L 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 every fuel stop. 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
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WARNING!(Continued)
system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flam-
mable and can explode, injuring you. Other unap-
proved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the sys-
tem to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD, for
further warranty information.
• The air conditioning system contains refrigerant un-
der high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury or
damage to the system, adding refrigerant or any
repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be
done by an experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condition-
ing components. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If
Equipped
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealer or other service
facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:
Use only manufacturer approved A/C system PAG
compressor oil and refrigerants.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R1234yf — If
Equipped
R-1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoole-
fine HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection
Agency and is an ozone-saving product with a low GWP
(Global Warming Potential). However, the manufacturer
recommends that air conditioning service be performed by
authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery
and recycling equipment.
NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil and refrigerants.
A/C Air Filter
The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood,
behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger side
of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers. When install-
ing a new filter, ensure its proper orientation.
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NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending
on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor-
mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks,
water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are
present, clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the
front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid
level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield
washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the
system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper blades
clean. This will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in
cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating
information can be found on most washer fluid containers.
The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gallon (4 liters) of
washer fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid”
appears in the instrument cluster.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around the
washer solution.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the
vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system;
or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle;
or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;
have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex-
haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-
aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or
loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into
the passenger compartment. In addition, have the exhaust
system inspected each time the vehicle is raised for lubri-
cation or oil change. Replace as required.
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Camera, Rear............................ .170
Capacities, Fluid ....................... .485, 486
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ........................ .449, 450
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................461
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................78, 394
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ..................... .399
Car Washes .............................. .467
Certification Label ......................... .399
Chains, Tire ............................. .381
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .414
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .363
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .445
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ................77
Checks, Safety .............................77
Child Restraint .............................60
Child Restraints Booster Seats ............................63
Child Restraints ..........................60
Child Seat Installation ......................72
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .........69
Infants And Child Restraints .................62
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ........65
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........62
Seating Positions ..........................64 Child Safety Locks
..........................27
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .391
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .468
Climate Control ........................... .294
Coin Holder ............................. .190
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .333
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .377
Connector UCI ................................. .291
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ...........291
Console, Floor ............................ .190
Contract, Service .......................... .506
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .............461
Cooling System ........................... .458
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................460
Coolant Capacity .....................485,
486
Coolant Level ....................... .458, 461
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................461
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................459
Inspection ............................. .461
Points To Remember ..................... .462
Pressure Cap ........................... .461
Radiator Cap .......................... .461
512 INDEX

Tread Wear Indicators...................... .379
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) ..................... .35, 36
Trunk Release, Emergency .....................36
Trunk Release Remote Control ..................35
Turn Signals .......................... .122, 217
UCI Connector ........................... .291
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features .............268
Operation ............................. .289
Uconnect Settings ..................... .19, 268
Uconnect 8.4/8.4 NAV Voice Recognition Register .............................. .322
SiriusXM Guardian ...................... .321
Uconnect Settings ........................ .19, 27
Customer Programmable Features .......28, 243, 265
Passive Entry Programming ...........28, 243, 265
Uconnect Settings .....................243, 265
Uconnect Voice Command ....................314
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................383
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector .....291
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .390
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .................43
Vanity Mirrors .............................96 Vehicle Certification Label
....................399
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...............6
Vehicle Loading .....................369, 399, 401
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................7
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ...........16
Vehicle Storage ........................ .310, 482
Viscosity, Engine Oil .....................449, 450
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................314
Warnings And Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ...................... .506
Washer Adding Fluid .......................... .456
Washers, Windshield .....................128, 456
Washing Vehicle .......................... .467
Water Driving Through ........................ .347
Wheel And Wheel Trim ..................... .468
Wheel
And Wheel Trim Care ..................468
Wind Buffeting ......................... .35, 183
Window Fogging .......................... .310
Windows .................................32
Power .................................32
Reset Auto-Up ...........................34
Wind Buffeting ...........................35
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INDEX 525