2018 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT brakes

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 brake fluid that has been recommended by the
manufacturer, and has been kept in a tightly closed con-
tainer to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifica-
tions” for further information.
WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical
Specifications” for further information. Using the
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WARNING! (Continued)
wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your
brake system and/or impair its performance. 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
to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged brak-
ing, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could
result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the
brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage
painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to
avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 341

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using
mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster
and to prevent corrosion. Wash wheels with the same soap
solution recommended for the body of the vehicle and
remember to always wash when the surfaces are not hot to
the touch.
Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by salt,
sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium chloride,
etc., and other road chemicals used to melt ice or control
dust on dirt roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge and mild soap
to wipe away promptly. Do not use harsh chemicals or a
stiff brush. They can damage the wheel’s protective coating
that helps keep them from corroding and tarnishing.
CAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes that use acidic
solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh brushes.
Many aftermarket wheel cleaners and automatic car
washes may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, Mopar Wheel
Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including excessive
brake dust, care must be taken in the selection of tire and
wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to prevent dam-
age to the wheels. Mopar Wheel Treatment or Mopar
Chrome Cleaner or their equivalent is recommended or
select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for aluminum or
chrome wheels.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
metal polishes or oven cleaner. These products may
damage the wheel’s protective finish. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Only car wash soap, Mopar Wheel Cleaner or equiva-
lent is recommended.
NOTE: If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an
extended period after cleaning the wheels with wheel
cleaner, drive your vehicle and apply the brakes to remove
the water droplets from the brake components. This activ-
ity will remove the red rust on the brake rotors and prevent
vehicle vibration when braking.
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In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for
example, repeated brake applications with the engine
OFF), the brakes will still function. The effort required to
brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required
with the power system operating.
NOTE:Your vehicle is equipped with a high performance
braking system. The brake pads are a semi-metallic com-
pound, which offer superior fade resistance for consistent
operation. A compromise to using this type of brake pad is
that the brakes may produce more brake dust and may
squeal slightly under certain weather and operating con-
ditions (i.e., during light brake applications). These are
considered normal conditions.
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure that
the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any time a
wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the vehicle, the
lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a properly cali-
brated torque wrench using a high quality six sided (hex)
deep wall socket.
Torque Specifications
Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/Bolt
Size Lug Nut/Bolt
Socket Size
111 Ft-Lbs (150 N·m) M14 x 1.50 22 mm
**Use only your authorized dealer recommended lug nuts/
bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening.
Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the
tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.
Wheel Mounting Surface
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 375

About Your Brakes..................... .213, 374
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . .240
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............337
Adding Washing Fluid ...................... .322
Additives, Fuel ........................... .377
Adjust Forward ............................ .41, 42
Rearward ........................... .41, 42
AirBag ................................ .169
Advance Front Air Bag ....................169
Air Bag Operation ....................... .170
Air Bag Warning Light .....................167
Enhanced Accident Response .............177, 312
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................312
FrontAirBag .......................... .169
If Deployment Occurs .....................176
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .171
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............179
Maintenance ........................... .179
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............168
Side Air Bags .......................... .171
Transporting Pets ....................... .199
Air Bag Light .......................112, 167, 201
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......326
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................327 Air Conditioner Refrigerant
................327, 328
Air Conditioner System ..................... .327
Air Conditioning ............................67
Air Conditioning Filter ....................74, 328
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................73
Air Conditioning System ......................67
Air Filter ............................... .326
Air Pressure Tires................................. .355
Alarm Arm The System ...................... .32, 33
Panic ..................................20
Rearm The System ........................33
Security Alarm ....................... .32, 113
Alarm

System
Security Alarm ...........................32
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................6
Android Auto ............................ .456
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................337, 381
Disposal .............................. .339
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................128
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................119
Apple CarPlay ........................... .457
Arming System Security Alarm ...........................32
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Parking Brake............................ .213
ParkSense System, Rear ..................... .258
Passenger Seat Easy Entry ..............................45
Passing Light ..............................59
Performance .......................... .105, 411
Personalized Main Menu .....................387
Pets ................................... .199
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........350
Power Brakes ............................... .374
Deck Lid Release .........................81
Distribution Center (Fuses) ..................289
Door Locks ..............................35
Mirrors ................................56
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .............93
Seats ..................................42
Steering .............................. .236
Sunroof ................................77
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............52
Windows ...............................75
Power Seats Forward ................................42
Lumbar ................................43
Rearward ...............................42 Power Steering Fluid
.....................382, 384
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................163
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. .163
Programmable Features ..................... .389
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .356
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............338
Radio Frequency General Information ................24, 30, 31, 39
Radio Operation .......................... .442
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................66
Rear Camera ............................. .265
Rear ParkSense System ..................... .258
Rear Seats, Folding ..........................46
Recreational Towing ........................ .270
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .377
Refrigerant .............................. .328
Release, Hood ..............................
80
Reminder, Lights On .........................60
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .157
Remote Keyless Entry Arm The Alarm ..........................32
Panic Alarm .............................20
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........23, 31
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