2020 DODGE CHARGER transmission

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SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES ............................................ 106
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................. 106
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ...107
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ........................ 113
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped .................................................113 Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation Operation ..................................118
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ... 120

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .................. 125
Occupant Restraint Systems Features ....125
Important Safety Precautions ...................125Seat Belt Systems ..................................... 126Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...134Child Restraints..........................................143Transporting Pets ......................................155
SAFETY TIPS ...................................................... 155
Transporting Passengers ..........................155
Exhaust Gas ...............................................155Safety Checks You Should Make
Inside The Vehicle ..................................... 156 Periodic Safety Checks You Should
Make Outside The Vehicle ........................ 157
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ....................................159
Automatic Transmission ........................... 159
Normal Starting ......................................... 159
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition ................... 162
Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F
Or −30°C) ................................................. 162 If Engine Fails To Start .............................. 162
After Starting .............................................. 162
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED .......162
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
3.6L & 5.7L ........................................................ 163
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
6.2L & 6.4L ......................................................... 163
PARKING BRAKE ................................................ 164
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............................ 165 Ignition Park Interlock ............................... 166Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock
System ....................................................... 167 Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission ...... 167
SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCE
CONTROL............................................................. 174
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L AND
6.4L ONLY — IF EQUIPPED ................................174
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ........................... 174 SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED.................... 175
To Activate.................................................. 175
To Set A Desired Speed ........................... 176
To Vary The Speed Setting ....................... 176To Accelerate For Passing ........................ 177
To Resume Speed .................................... 177To Deactivate ............................................ 177
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) —
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................... 177

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation ... 179
Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ... 179

To Activate/Deactivate.............................. 180
To Set A Desired ACC Speed..................... 180
To Cancel ................................................... 181
To Turn Off ................................................. 181To Resume ................................................. 181To Vary The ACC Speed ............................. 181
Setting The Following Distance In ACC .... 183
Overtake Aid............................................... 184
ACC Operation At Stop............................... 184Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu ........ 185
Display Warnings And Maintenance ........ 185
Precautions While Driving With ACC......... 187
General Information .................................. 189
Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise
Control Mode ............................................. 189

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PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................... 191 ParkSense Sensors ...................................192
ParkSense Warning Display ......................192
ParkSense Display ..................................... 192Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ..........194
Service The ParkSense Rear Park
Assist System .............................................195 Cleaning The ParkSense System ..............195
ParkSense System Usage Precautions ....195
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ........................... 196
LaneSense Operation ................................196Turning LaneSense On Or Off ...................196LaneSense Warning Message ..................197
Changing LaneSense Status .....................199
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ............. 199
REFUELING THE VEHICLE ................................. 200
VEHICLE LOADING ............................................ 202
Vehicle Certification Label ........................ 202Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) .......202
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ........... 202Overloading ................................................202
Loading ......................................................203
TRAILER TOWING .............................................. 203
Common Towing Definitions .....................203Trailer Hitch Classification ........................ 205Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ..........................................205 Trailer And Tongue Weight ....................... 206
Towing Requirements................................ 206
Towing Tips ................................................ 209
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME,
ETC.) ....................................................................210
DRIVING TIPS ...................................................... 210
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................... 210
Driving Through Water .............................. 211
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS .......................212
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED .... 212General Information .................................. 216
BULB REPLACEMENT ........................................ 217
Replacement Bulbs ................................... 217
Replacing Exterior Bulbs ........................... 219
FUSES ..................................................................220
General Information .................................. 220Underhood Fuses ...................................... 221
Rear Interior Fuses .................................... 225
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ........................229
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ........... 230
Preparations For Jacking........................... 230
Jacking And Changing A Tire ..................... 231Road Tire Installation ................................ 234 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ................... 234
Tire Service Kit Storage............................. 234
Tire Service Kit Components And
Operation ................................................... 235 Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions .......... 235Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .......... 237
JUMP STARTING ............................................... 240
Preparations For Jump Start ..................... 240
Jump Starting Procedure .......................... 241
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ......................... 242
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 – SPEED
TRANSMISSION ................................................. 243
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............................. 244
SRT — TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ............ 246
NON SRT — TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ... 248 All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models .................. 249Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models ............. 249
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) ................................................................ 249
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ....................... 249
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................. 250
3.6L And 5.7L Engines ............................. 250
6.2L Supercharged And 6.4L Engines ..... 254

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................. 266 3.6L Engine ...............................................2665.7L Engine ...............................................2676.2L Supercharged Engine ......................268
6.4L Engine ...............................................269Checking Oil Level — 3.6L And 5.7L
Engine.........................................................270 Checking Oil Level — 6.2L Supercharged
Engine And 6.4L Engine ...........................270 Adding Washer Fluid..................................270Maintenance-Free Battery .......................271
Pressure Washing ......................................271
DEALER SERVICE .............................................. 272
Engine Oil .................................................. 272Engine Oil Filter ..........................................274Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...........................275
Air Conditioner Maintenance ...................275Accessory Drive Belt Inspection................276Body Lubrication ........................................277
Windshield Wiper Blades ..........................278
Exhaust System .........................................279
Cooling System .........................................280
Brake System ............................................284
Automatic Transmission ............................285
Rear Axle ....................................................286
RAISING THE VEHICLE ...................................... 286 TIRES....................................................................286
Tire Safety Information ............................. 286Tires — General Information .................... 293
Tire Types ................................................... 298
Spare Tires — If Equipped ......................... 298
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .................... 300
Tire Chains And Traction Devices —
Non-SRT ..................................................... 301 Tire Chains And Traction Devices — SRT.. 302
Tire Rotation Recommendations —
Non-SRT ..................................................... 302
Tire Rotation Recommendations — SRT .... 303

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES .....................................303
Treadwear .................................................. 303
Traction Grades ......................................... 303
Temperature Grades ................................. 304
VEHICLE STORAGE .............................................304
BODYWORK ........................................................ 304
Protection From Atmospheric Agents....... 304
Body And Underbody Maintenance .......... 305Preserving The Bodywork .......................... 305
INTERIORS ......................................................... 306
Seats And Fabric Parts .............................. 306
Plastic And Coated Parts ........................... 306
Leather Parts ............................................. 307
Glass Surfaces .......................................... 307
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
IDENTIFICATION DATA ...................................... 308Vehicle Identification Number .................. 308
BRAKE SYSTEM ................................................ 308
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................ 308
Torque Specifications................................ 308
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ...................................... 309
3.6L Engine ................................................ 309
5.7L Engine ................................................ 310
6.2L And 6.4L Engine................................ 310
Reformulated Gasoline ............................ 310Materials Added To Fuel ........................... 310
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..................... 311
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel
Vehicles ...................................................... 311 CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications .. 312MMT In Gasoline........................................ 312
Fuel System Cautions................................ 312
Carbon Monoxide Warnings...................... 312
FLUID CAPACITIES — NON-SRT ....................... 313
FLUID CAPACITIES — SRT ................................ 314
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS — NON-SRT .......... 315 Engine ........................................................ 315
Chassis ....................................................... 317
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS — SRT ................... 318
Engine ........................................................ 318
Chassis ....................................................... 320

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(Continued)
NOTE:
Refer to "Starting The Engine" in "Starting And
Operating" for further information.
VEHICLE ON MESSAGE
When opening the driver's door with the ignition
in the ON/RUN position (engine not running), a
chime will sound to remind you to place the
ignition in the OFF position. In addition to the chime, the Vehicle On
message will display in the cluster (if equipped).
NOTE:
The power window switches and power sunroof
(if equipped) will remain active for three
minutes after the ignition is placed in the OFF
position. Opening either front door will cancel
this feature. The time for this feature is
programmable.

Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle,
or in a location accessible to children, and do
not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped
with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.

Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat
build-up may cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for
thieves. Always remove key fob from the
vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
WARNING!
(Continued)
WARNING!

Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a
complete stop, then shift the automatic
transmission into PARK, apply the parking
brake, place the engine in the OFF position,
remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock
your vehicle. If equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go, always make sure the keyless
ignition is in the OFF position, remove the
key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.

Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat -
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously
or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil -
dren, and do not leave the ignition of a
vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go
in the ON/RUN position. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury or
death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for
thieves. Always remove key fob from the
vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
WARNING! (Continued)
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NOTE:
After pushing the door handle button, you
must wait two seconds before you can lock or
unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry
door handle. This is done to allow you to
check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the
door handle, without the vehicle reacting and
unlocking.
The Passive Entry system will not operate if
the key fob battery is depleted.
The vehicle doors can also be locked by using
the key fob lock button or the lock knob located
on the vehicle’s interior door panel.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all
Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this
vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules and with Innovation, Science and
Economic Development Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d`Innovation, Science and Economic
Development applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée
aux deux conditions suivantes:

1. l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et

2. l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compro -
mettre le fonctionnement.
La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las
siguientes dos condiciones:

1. es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y

2. este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que
pueda causar su operación no deseada. NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compli
-
ance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
AUTOMATIC UNLOCK DOORS ON EXIT
The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles
with power door locks if:

1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is enabled.

2. The vehicle was in motion, then speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h) and the
transmission is placed in PARK.
3. The driver door is opened.
4. The doors were not previously unlocked.
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming
To change the current setting, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further
information.
NOTE:
Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature
in accordance with local laws.
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52GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
RAIN SENSING WIPERS — IF EQUIPPED
This feature senses rain or snowfall on the
windshield and automatically activates the
wipers for the driver. The feature is especially
useful for road splash or overspray from the
windshield washers of the vehicle ahead.
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one
of four settings to activate this feature.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted
with the multifunction lever. Wiper delay
position 1 is the least sensitive, and wiper delay
position 4 is the most sensitive. Setting 3
should be used for normal rain conditions.
Settings 1 and 2 can be used if the driver
desires less wiper sensitivity. Setting 4 can be
used if the driver desires more sensitivity. Place
the wiper switch in the off position when not
using the system. NOTE:The Rain Sensing feature will not operate
when the wiper switch is in the low or
high-speed position.
The Rain Sensing feature may not function
properly when ice, or dried salt water is
present on the windshield.
Use of Rain-X or products containing wax or
silicone may reduce Rain Sensing perfor
-
mance.
The Rain Sensing system has protection
features for the wiper blades and arms, and will
not operate under the following conditions:
Low Ambient Temperature — When the igni-
tion is first placed in the ON position, the Rain
Sensing system will not operate until the
wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is
greater than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside
temperature is greater than 32°F (0°C).
Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When
the ignition is ON, and the transmission is in
the NEUTRAL position, the Rain Sensing
system will not operate until the wiper switch
is moved, vehicle speed is greater than
3 mph (5 km/h), or the gear selector is
moved out of the NEUTRAL position.
NOTE:
Rain Sensing can be turned on and off using the
Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Multimedia” for further information.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control system allows you to
regulate the temperature, air flow, and direction
of air circulating throughout the vehicle. The
controls are located on the touchscreen (if
equipped) and on the instrument panel below
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The trunk lid can be released from outside the
vehicle by pushing the trunk button on the key
fob twice within five seconds or by using the
external release switch located on the
underside of the decklid overhang. The release
feature will function only when the vehicle is in
the unlock condition.

With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the trunk
open symbol will display in the instrument cluster
indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer
display will reappear once the trunk is closed.

With the ignition in the OFF position, the trunk
open symbol will display until the trunk is closed.

NOTE:
Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” in
“Doors” in this chapter for further information
on trunk operation with the Passive Entry
feature.
Opening From Inside The Vehicle
Interior Power Trunk Release
The trunk can be opened from inside
the vehicle using the power trunk
release button located on the
instrument panel to the left of the
steering wheel. NOTE:
The transmission must be in PARK before the
button will operate.
Opening From Outside The Vehicle
To Unlock/Open The Trunk
The trunk may be unlocked/opened using
either of the following methods:
Key Fob Trunk Release Button
Passive Entry Button
Key Fob Trunk Release Button Push the power trunk button on the
key fob twice within five seconds to
release the trunk.
Passive Entry Button
Push the trunk passive entry button which is
located on the back of the trunk lid. With a valid
Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
trunk, push the passive entry button to open the
trunk.
Trunk Passive Entry Button
CLOSING
With one or more hands placed on the outside
trunk surface push the trunk lid down until you
hear the trunk lock latch into place.
NOTE:
Before closing the trunk lid make sure your key
fob isn’t inside the trunk area. The trunk will
latch then automatically unlock if the key fob is
sensed, not allowing the key fob to be locked in
the trunk area.
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GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held
transmitters that operate devices such as
garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting
or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit
is powered by your vehicle’s battery. The HomeLink® buttons, located on either the
overhead console, headliner or sunvisor,
designate the three different HomeLink®
channels. The HomeLink® indicator is located
above the center button.

Overhead Console HomeLink® Buttons

NOTE:

HomeLink® is disabled when the Vehicle
Security Alarm is active.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN PROGRAMMING
H
OMELINK®
Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of
the garage before you begin programming.
For more efficient programming and accurate
transmission of the Radio Frequency (RF) signal
it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is
being programmed to the HomeLink® system.
To erase the channels, place the ignition in the
ON/RUN position, and push and hold the two
outside HomeLink® buttons (I and III) for up to
20 seconds or until the orange indicator
flashes.
NOTE:
Erasing all channels should only be
performed when programming HomeLink®
for the first time. Do not erase channels when
programming additional buttons.
If you have any problems, or require assis
-
tance, please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515
or, on the Internet at HomeLink.com for infor -
mation or assistance.
Programming A Rolling Code
For programming garage door openers that
were manufactured after 1995. These garage
door openers can be identified by the “LEARN”
or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging
antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
The weight and position of cargo and
passengers can change the vehicle center of
gravity and vehicle handling. To avoid loss of
control resulting in personal injury, follow
these guidelines for loading your vehicle:
Always place cargo evenly on the cargo
floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far
forward as possible.
Place as much cargo as possible in front of
the rear axle. Too much weight or improp
-
erly placed weight over or behind the rear
axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to
sway.
Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the
top of the seatback. This could impair visi-
bility or become a dangerous projectile in a
sudden stop or collision.
WARNING! (Continued)
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