2018 DODGE CHARGER wheel

CAUTION!
•Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead
to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the
engine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL
for at least one minute after every five rocking-
motion cycles. This will minimize overheating and
reduce the risk of transmission failure during pro-
longed efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between
DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster
than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may
result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It
can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmis-
sion shifting occurring).
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service.
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Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground RWD MODELSAWD MODELS
Flat Tow NONEIf transmission is
operable:
• Transmission in
NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max
speed
• 30 miles (48 km) max
distance NOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow FrontNOT RECOMMENDED
(but, if used, same
limitations as above) NOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED,
but, if used:
•Ignition in ON/RUN
mode
• Transmission in NEU-
TRAL (NOT in PARK)
Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD
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Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment
manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is man-
datory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main
structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or
associated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles
under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
mode, not the ACC mode.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer toManual Park Release in this section
for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
for towing.CAUTION!
• Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components. Dam-
age to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
• The manufacturer does not recommend towing this
vehicle using a tow dolly. Vehicle damage may occur.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
If the transmission and driveline are operable, AWD mod-
els can also be towed with the ignition in the ON/RUN
mode, the transmission in NEUTRAL (not in PARK!), and
the rear wheels OFF the ground with no limitation on
speed or distance. Since the ignition MUST be in the
ON/RUN mode to tow in this manner, AWD vehicles must
be towed with ALL FOUR wheels OFF the ground (e.g. on
a flatbed truck) if the key fob is unavailable.
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CAUTION!
•Towing this vehicle using any other method can
cause severe transmission and/or transfer case dam-
age.
• Damage from improper towing is not covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission
is operable, this vehicle may be flat towed (with all four
wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:
• The automatic transmission must be in NEUTRAL.
Refer to Manual Park Release in this section for instruc-
tions on shifting the transmission to NEUTRAL when
the engine is off.
• The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
• The towing distance must not exceed 30 miles (48 km).
If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 30 miles
(48 km), then the only acceptable method of towing is with a
flatbed truck.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Damage
from improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS)
This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident
Response System.
Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety”
for further information on the Enhanced Accident Re-
sponse System (EARS) function.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................353
▫ 3.6L And 5.7L Engines ...................353
▫ 6.4L Engine ..........................357
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................362
▫ 3.6L Engine ..........................362
▫ 5.7L Engine ..........................363
▫ 6.4L Engine ..........................364
▫ Checking Oil Level — 3.6L And 5.7L Engine . . .365
▫ Checking Oil Level — 6.4L Engine ...........365
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................366
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................366
 DEALER SERVICE .......................367
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .368
▫ Engine Oil Filter .......................371 ▫
Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................371
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............371
▫ Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ............374
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .375
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades .................376
▫ Exhaust System ........................379
▫ Cooling System ........................380
▫ Brake System ........................ .385
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................387
▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped .......388
▫ Rear Axle ............................388
 RAISING THE VEHICLE ..................388
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TIRES ............................... .389
▫ Tire Safety Information ..................389
▫ Tires — General Information ..............399
▫ Tire Types ............................405
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ................406
▫ Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..............409
▫ Tire Chains (Traction Devices) .............410
▫ Tire Rotation Recommendations .............411
 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..........411
▫ Treadwear ............................412
▫ Traction Grades ........................412
▫ Temperature Grades .....................412 
VEHICLE STORAGE .....................413
 BODYWORK .......................... .413
▫ Protection From Atmospheric Agents ........413
▫ Body And Underbody Maintenance ..........414
▫ Preserving The Bodywork .................414
 INTERIORS ............................415
▫ Seats And Fabric Parts ...................415
▫ Plastic And Coated Parts ..................416
▫ Leather Parts ..........................417
▫ Glass Surfaces ........................ .417
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. XX X XX
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals,
and replace if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid
(All Wheel Drive Only). XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. X X X X X X X
Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). XX X XX
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X XX
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs. ** X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. XX
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change the transfer case fluid; if using your vehicle
for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or
frequent trailer towing. (All Wheel Drive Only). XX
Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped
with All Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle
fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: po-
lice, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing. XX X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
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