2018 DODGE CHARGER battery

WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to
contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over
a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in
eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water. Refer to “Jump Starting
Procedure” in “In Case Of Emergency” for further
information.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame
or sparks away from the battery. Do not use a booster
battery or any other booster source with an output
greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to
touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con-
tain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.
• The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that
should not be disconnected and should only be
replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to the
negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+)
and negative (-) and are identified on the battery
case. Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal
posts and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables before
connecting the charger to the battery. Do not use a
“fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
DEALER SERVICE
An authorized dealer has the qualified service personnel,
special tools, and equipment to perform all service opera-
tions in an expert manner. Service Manuals are available
which include detailed service information for your ve-
hicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any
procedure yourself.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control sys-
tems may void your warranty and could result in civil
penalties being assessed against you.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 367

WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
• Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
• Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service
(e.g., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air
conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the
fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure
adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility
of compressor damage when the system is started again.
BODYWORK
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants, road
surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme hot or
cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an
adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody protec-
tion.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resis-
tance built into your vehicle.
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The following describes each feature and its operation:
Home
When Home is selected, a series of widgets (gauges) can be
customized by the user. Follow these steps to change a
widget:
1. Touch any of the gauges to change them.
2. Select the following option from the menu:•Set Widget: Top Left
• Set Widget: Top Right
• Set Widget: Bottom Left
• Set Widget: Bottom Right
3. After selecting a Widget location: select the gauge to display:
• Gauge: Oil Temp
• Gauge: Oil Pressure
• Gauge: Coolant Temp
• Gauge: Battery Voltage
• Gauge: Trans Temp — If Equipped with an Automatic
Transmission
• Gauge: Battery Voltage
• Gauge: Engine Torque
Performance Pages — Home
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Gauges
When selected, this screen displays the following values:
•Oil Temperature
Shows the actual oil temperature. •
Oil Pressure
Shows the actual oil pressure.
• Coolant Temperature
Shows the actual coolant temperature.
• Battery Voltage
Shows the actual battery voltage
• Trans Oil Temp — If Equipped with an Automatic
Transmission
Shows the actual transmission oil temperature.
• Intake Air Temperature
Shows the actual intake air temperature.
If a gauge is selected, the Gauge Detail View page will
appear on the screen. This page shows further information
on the selected gauge.
Performance Pages — Gauges
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MULTIMEDIA 491

The USB “Charge Only” ports will recharge battery oper-
ated USB devices when connected.
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES
Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the mobile phone antenna. This condition is
not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance doesnot satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the an-
tenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be turned
down or off during mobile phone operation when not
using Uconnect (if equipped).
Regulatory And Safety Information
USA/CANADA
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The radiated output power of the internal wireless radio is
far below the FCC and IC radio frequency exposure limits.
Nevertheless, the wireless radio will be used in such a
manner that the radio is 20 cm or further from the human
body.
The internal wireless radio operates within guidelines
found in radio frequency safety standards and recommen-
dations, which reflect the consensus of the scientific com-
munity.
The radio manufacturer believes the internal wireless radio
is safe for use by consumers. The level of energy emitted is
far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wire-
less devices such as mobile phones. However, the use of
wireless radios may be restricted in some situations or
Rear USB Charging Ports
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Anti-Lock Warning Light.....................139
Apple CarPlay ............................524
Arming System Security Alarm ...........................33
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .153
Audio Systems (Radio) .......................437
Auto Down Power Windows ...................92
Automatic Door Locks ........................41
Automatic Headlights ........................67
Automatic High Beams .......................66
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........82, 88
Automatic Transmission ..................232, 388
Adding Fluid .....................388, 432, 434
Fluid And Filter Change ...................388
Fluid Change .......................... .388
Fluid Level Check ........................387
Fluid Type .......................387, 432, 434
Special Additives ........................ .387
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .....41, 238
Autostick Operation ............................. .238
Auto Up Power Windows .....................92
AuxCord............................... .505
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........112AW D
Towing ............................... .348
Axle Fluid ............................432, 434
Axle Lubrication ........................432, 434
Back-Up .................................279
Battery ...............................133, 366
Charging System Light ....................133
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................21
Location ...............................366
Belts, Seat ............................... .215
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................375
B-Pillar Location .......................... .395
Brake Assist System ........................ .147
Brake Control System ........................147
Brake Fluid ....................... .385, 432, 434
Brake System ..........................385,

422
Fluid Check ..................... .385, 432, 434
Master Cylinder ........................ .385
Parking ...............................227
Warning Light .......................132, 422
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................231
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..........226
Brightness, Interior Lights .....................72
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INDEX 535

Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry).....21
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......24
Key-In Reminder ............................27
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..................... .37, 224
Enter The Trunk ..........................20
Passive Entry ............................37
Passive Entry Programming ..................37
Keys ....................................17
Replacement ..........................24, 32
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................31
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................69
Lane Change Assist ..........................69
LaneSense ............................... .274
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ .175
Latches ................................. .217
Hood ..................................97
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .424
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .217
Life Of Tires ............................. .403
Light Bulbs .......................... .217, 307
Lights .................................. .217
AirBag .........................131, 184, 215
Automatic Headlights ......................67
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .152Brake Warning
.......................132, 422
Bulb Replacement ........................307
Cruise ............................ .140, 141
Daytime Running .........................65
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................65, 66
Engine Temperature Warning ................134
Exterior ...............................217
Fog ...................................68
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................301
Headlights .......................... .64, 68
Headlights On With Wipers ..................67
Headlight Switch .........................64
High Beam ..............................66
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................66
Instrument Cluster ........................64
Intensity Control ..........................72
Interior ................................69
License ................................311
Lights On Reminder ....................... 6
8
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........135
Park ...............................67, 141
Passing ................................67
Reading ................................70
Seat Belt Reminder .......................134
Security Alarm ..........................135
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INDEX 541

Service............................... .307
Traction Control ........................ .152
Turn Signals ....................65, 69, 141, 217
Vanity Mirror ............................64
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . .134, 141
Loading Vehicle ........................283, 285
Capacities ............................. .285
Tires................................. .395
Load Shed Battery Saver On ...................129
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction .............129
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor .............129
Locks Automatic Door ..........................41
Auto Unlock .............................41
Child Protection ..........................41
Power Door .............................36
Low Tire Pressure System .....................166
Lubrication, Body ..........................375
Lug Nuts ............................... .422
Maintenance Free Battery .....................366
Maintenance Schedule .............353, 354, 357, 359
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .135, 143
Manual, Service ............................532
Media Hub ...............................505 Memory Feature (Memory Seats)
..............43, 47
Memory Seat ............................43, 47
Memory Seats And Radio ...................43, 47
Methanol ............................... .426
Mirrors ..................................60
Electric Powered ..........................62
Electric Remote ...........................62
Heated .................................63
Outside ................................62
Rearview ........................ .60, 61, 301
Vanity .................................64
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ................5
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................166
Mopar Parts ............................. .531
MP3 Control ............................. .505
Multi-Function Control Lever ...................65
New V

ehicle Break-In Period ..................226
Occupant Restraints ........................ .172
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............424, 432
Oil Change Indicator ........................124
Reset .................................124
Oil, Engine ............................368, 432
Capacity ...............................431
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