2019 DODGE CHARGER heating

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can
often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering
wheel right and left to clear the area around the front
wheels. Push and hold the lock button on the gear selector.
Then, shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE
while gently pressing the accelerator. Use the least amount
of accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking
motion, without spinning the wheels or racing the engine.
NOTE:
•Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be
achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less.
Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for
more than two seconds, you must press the brake pedal
to engage DRIVE or REVERSE.
• Push the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Offmode,
before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake
Control System” in “Safety” for further information.
Once the vehicle has been freed, push the ESC Off
switch again to restore ESC Onmode.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated
by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even
failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and
injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels
faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30
seconds continuously without stopping when you are
stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no
matter what the speed.
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.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 355

CAUTION!(Continued)
•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.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
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.
Towing
Condition Wheels OFF
The Ground RWD MODELS
AWD MODELS
Flat Tow NONEIf transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) maxspeed
• 30 miles (48 km) maxdistance NOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow Front
NOT 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 NEUTRAL
(NOT in PARK)
Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD
356 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

CAUTION!
•The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded
fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effective-
ness of the catalyst as an emissions control device
and may seriously reduce engine performance and
cause serious damage to the engine.
•
Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the
event of engine malfunction, particularly involving
engine misfire or other apparent loss of performance,
have your vehicle serviced promptly. Continued opera-
tion of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could
cause the converter to overheat, resulting in possible
damage to the converter and vehicle.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic converter
will not require maintenance. However, it is important to
keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst
operation and prevent possible catalyst damage.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control sys-
tems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and
abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop the
vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool. Service,
including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications,
should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
• Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when
the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idle
or malfunctioning operating conditions.
NOTE: Your vehicle’s exhaust system may be equipped
with an Electronic Exhaust Valve (EEV) system, if the
exhaust system is replaced with aftermarket products a
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illuminate.
388 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Tires — General Information
Tire Pressure
Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and
satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Four primary areas
are affected by improper tire pressure:
•Safety and Vehicle Stability
• Economy
• Tread Wear
• Ride Comfort
Safety
WARNING!
• Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can
cause collisions.
• Underinflation increases tire flexing and can result
in overheating and tire failure.
• Overinflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion
shock. Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause
damage that result in tire failure.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Overinflated or underinflated tires can affect vehicle
handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of
vehicle control.
• Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems.
You could lose control of your vehicle.
• Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle
to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right
or left.
• Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom-
mended cold tire inflation pressure.
Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the stability
of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish
response or over responsiveness in the steering.
NOTE:
• Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause
erratic and unpredictable steering response.
• Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the
vehicle to drift left or right.
406 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control).........251
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............155
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........138
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................355
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................307
Jacking ........................... .325, 397
Jump Starting ....................... .349, 351
Towing ............................... .356
Emission Control System Maintenance ............148
Engine .......................... .370, 371, 372
Air Cleaner ............................ .379
Block Heater ........................... .233
Break-In Recommendations .................233
Checking Oil Level ...................... .373
Compartment ....................370, 371, 372
Compartment Identification .................370
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...................389, 438
Cooling .............................. .389
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................219, 433
Fails To Start ........................... .232
Flooded, Starting ........................ .232
Fuel Requirements ....................429, 436
Jump Starting ....................... .349, 351
Oil ........................... .376, 436, 438Oil Filler Cap
....................... .370, 378
Oil Filter .............................. .379
Oil Selection ........................ .377, 436
Oil Synthetic ........................... .378
Overheating ........................... .352
Starting ........................... .228, 229
Engine Oil Viscosity .....................377, 378
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................377
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........200, 358
Ethanol ............................. .431, 434
Exhaust

Gas Cautions ....................219, 433
Exhaust System ....................... .219, 387
Exterior Lighting ............................66
Exterior Lights ......................... .66, 223
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .379
Air Conditioning ..................... .93, 381
Engine Oil ......................... .379, 438
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .379
Flashers ................................ .307
Hazard Warning ........................ .307
Turn Signals ..................... .71, 146, 223
Flash-To-Pass ..............................68
544 INDEX

Oil Change Indicator....................... .128
Reset ................................ .128
Oil, Engine ........................... .376, 438
Capacity .............................. .436
Change Interval ........................ .376
Checking ............................. .373
Dipstick .............................. .373
Disposal .............................. .379
Filter ............................. .379, 438
Filter Disposal .......................... .379
Identification Logo ...................... .377
Materials Added To ...................... .379
Pressure Warning Light ....................139
Recommendation .....................377, 436
Synthetic ............................. .378
Viscosity ....................... .377, 378, 436
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .379
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .379
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .139
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................147
Operating Precautions ...................... .147
Operator Manual Owner’s Manual .......................5,538
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................63
Overheating, Engine ....................... .352Owner ’s Manual (Operator Manual)
...............5
Paddle Shifters ........................... .246
Paddle Shift Mode ......................... .246
Paint Care ............................... .420
Panic Alarm ...............................22
Parking Brake ............................ .235
ParkSense System, Rear ..................... .274
Passing Light ..............................68
Passive Entry ..............................38
Personalized Main Menu .....................443
Pets ................................... .219
Pinch Protection ............................99
Placar

d, Tire And Loading Information ...........402
Power Brakes ............................... .428
Deck Lid Release ........................ .101
Distribution Center (Fuses) ..................320
Door Locks ..............................37
Mirrors ................................64
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............115
Seats ..................................48
Steering .............................. .249
Sunroof ................................97
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............60
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