2021 DODGE CHARGER Owners Manual

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The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving w\
hile distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident and
personal injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution whe\
n using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road.
Use of any electrical devices, such as cellular telephones, computers, p\
ortable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices, by the driver while the vehicle is moving
is dangerous and could lead to a serious accident. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while th\
e vehicle is moving. If you find yourself
unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation, pull off the \
road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some states or provinces prohibit the use of
cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always the driver’\
s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared to help you get acquainted with your new Dodg\
e brand vehicle and to provide a convenient reference source
for common questions.
Not all features shown in this manual may apply to your vehicle. For add\
itional information, visit www.mopar.com (U.S.), www.mopar.ca (Canada) or your local
Dodge brand dealer.
Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels
far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend or use
public transportation.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower and your judg\
ment is impaired
when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
WARNING!
WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway \
motor vehicle can expose you to
chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lea\
d, which are known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the
engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash\
your hands frequently
when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.
This Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual m\
ay also include
a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or \
were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment desc\
ribed in this
manual that are not on this vehicle. FCA US LLC reserves the right to ma\
ke changes in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or improvemen\
ts to its products
without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products \
previously manufactured.
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ore.
This Owner’s Manual is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. Your most up-to-date Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect manuals and
Warranty Booklet can be found by visiting the website on the back cover.
U.S. Residents: If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you ma\
y obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Warranty Booklet by calling 1-800-423-6343
or by contacting your dealer. Replacement kits can be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com.
Canadian Residents: If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you ma\
y obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Warranty Booklet or purchase a
replacement kit by calling 1-800-387-1143 or by contacting your dealer.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................. 8
2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ..................................................................................13
3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................................................... 65
4 STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................................................................83 5 MULTIMEDIA ............................................................................................................................... 124
6 SAFETY .........................................................................................................................................180 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY .................................................................................................... 223
8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................... 245
9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................ 296
10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE .....................................................................................................302 11 INDEX .............................................................................................................................................306

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INTRODUCTION
SYMBOLS KEY ...........................................................9
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .............9
SYMBOL GLOSSARY.................................................9
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS ....................................................................... 13 Key Fob .............................................................13
SENTRY KEY ........................................................... 15
IGNITION SWITCH .................................................. 16
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition .........................16
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 17
How To Use Remote Start ................................17
To Exit Remote Start Mode .............................18
Remote Start Front Defrost
Activation — If Equipped ..................................19
Remote Start Comfort Systems —
If Equipped........................................................19
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer
Activation — If Equipped ..................................19
Remote Start Cancel Message —
If Equipped........................................................19
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .... 20
To Arm The System ..........................................20
To Disarm The System .....................................20
Rearming Of The System .................................20
Security System Manual Override ...................20
Tamper Alert .....................................................20 DOORS ....................................................................21
Manual Door Locks ..........................................21
Power Door Locks ...........................................21
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry ...........22
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit......................24
Automatic Door Locks —
If Equipped........................................................24
Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors .......................................................24
STEERING WHEEL ..................................................25
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering
Column — If Equipped .....................................25
Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering
Column — If Equipped .....................................25
Heated Steering Wheel —
If Equipped........................................................25
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION ........................26
Introducing Voice Recognition.........................26
Basic Voice Commands ...................................27
Get Started .......................................................27
Additional Information .....................................27
DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED ....27
Programming The Memory Feature ................28
Linking And Unlinking The Key Fob To
Memory .............................................................28
Memory Position Recall ...................................29
SEATS ......................................................................29
Manual Adjustment
(Front Seats) — If Equipped .............................29 Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats).................... 30
Power Adjustment (Front Seats) —
If Equipped .......................................................31
Heated Seats — If Equipped ............................ 32
Front Ventilated Seats —
If Equipped .......................................................34
Head Restraints .............................................. 34
MIRRORS ............................................................... 36
Inside Rearview Mirror..................................... 36
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors ............................... 36
Outside Mirrors.................................................37
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming
Mirror — If Equipped......................................... 37
Power Mirrors ................................................... 37
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ......................... 38
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse —
If Equipped .......................................................38
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HOMELINK®) ....................................................... 38
Before You Begin Programming
HomeLink® ...................................................... 38
Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels ............ 39
Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling
Code Or Non-Rolling Code Device ................... 39
Programming HomeLink® To A Garage
Door Opener ..................................................... 39
Programming HomeLink® To A
Miscellaneous Device ...................................... 40
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink®
Button ............................................................... 40
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ......... 40

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EXTERIOR LIGHTS.................................................. 41 Headlight Switch...............................................41
Multifunction Lever ..........................................42
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) —
If Equipped........................................................42
High/Low Beam Switch....................................43
Automatic High Beam — If Equipped ..............43
Flash-To-Pass....................................................43
Automatic Headlights ......................................43
Parking Lights ..................................................43
Automatic Headlights On With Wipers — If
Equipped ...........................................................43
Headlight Delay ...............................................44
Lights-On Reminder .........................................44
Fog Lights — If Equipped ..................................44
Turn Signals .....................................................44
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ..................44
Battery Saver ....................................................45
INTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................. 45
Interior Courtesy Lights ....................................45
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .............. 47
Windshield Wiper Operation ............................47
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ................48
CLIMATE CONTROLS ............................................ 48
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions .........................................................48
Manual Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions .........................................................51
Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) ....................................................53 Climate Voice Commands................................53
Operating Tips .................................................54
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............... 55
Storage..............................................................55
USB/AUX Control ..............................................56
Illuminated Cupholders —
If Equipped........................................................56
Power Outlets ...................................................57
WINDOWS ..............................................................58
Power Window Controls ...................................58
Automatic Window Features ...........................59
Reset Auto-Up ..................................................59
Window Lockout Switch ...................................60
Wind Buffeting .................................................60
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ...................... 60
Opening And Closing The Sunroof...................61
Pinch Protect Feature ......................................61
Venting Sunroof................................................61
Sunshade Operation ........................................61
Sunroof Maintenance ......................................61
Ignition Off Operation.......................................61
HOOD .......................................................................62
Opening The Hood ...........................................62
Closing The Hood .............................................62
TRUNK......................................................................63
Opening The Trunk ...........................................63
Closing The Trunk.............................................63
Trunk Safety .....................................................63
Cargo Area Features .......................................64
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER......................................... 65
Instrument Cluster Descriptions ..................... 67
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........................ 67
Location And Controls ..................................... 68
Engine Oil Life Reset ........................................ 69
Performance Shift Indicator
(PSI) — If Equipped ........................................... 69
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Menu Items ...................................................... 70
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode
Message — Electrical Load Reduction
Actions — If Equipped ..................................... 73
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................... 74
Red Warning Lights ..........................................74
Yellow Warning Lights ...................................... 77
Yellow Indicator Lights ..................................... 79
Green Indicator Lights ..................................... 80
White Indicator Lights ...................................... 80
Blue Indicator Lights ........................................ 81
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ....... 81
Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ...................................... 81
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ........................................................... 82

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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ........................................ 83
Automatic Transmission .................................83
Normal Starting ...............................................83
AutoPark ...........................................................84
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition......................85
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) ...............................85
If Engine Fails To Start .....................................85
After Starting.....................................................86
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ........... 86
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
3.6L & 5.7L ........................................................... 86
PARKING BRAKE ................................................... 87
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION................................ 88 Ignition Park Interlock ......................................89
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System .............................................................89
8-Speed Automatic Transmission ...................89
SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCE
CONTROL ................................................................ 94
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ONLY—
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................... 94
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING............................... 94
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ... 95
Cruise Control ...................................................95
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .........................96 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................ 105
ParkSense Sensors ....................................... 105
ParkSense Display ........................................ 105ParkSense Warning Display ......................... 108
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense .............. 108
Service The ParkSense Park Assist System ...108

Cleaning The ParkSense System ................. 108
ParkSense System Usage Precautions........ 108
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ............................. 109
LaneSense Operation ................................... 109Turning LaneSense On Or Off ....................... 110
LaneSense Warning Message ...................... 110Changing LaneSense Status ........................ 112
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA............... 112
REFUELING THE VEHICLE ................................... 113
VEHICLE LOADING ............................................. 114 Vehicle Certification Label ............................ 114
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) .......... 114
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ............... 114
Overloading.................................................... 115
Loading ......................................................... 115
TRAILER TOWING ................................................ 115
Common Towing Definitions......................... 115
Trailer Hitch Classification ............................ 117
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ............................................. 117Trailer And Tongue Weight ........................... 118Towing Requirements ................................... 118Towing Tips ................................................... 121 RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ..................................... 121
DRIVING TIPS ....................................................... 122
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ........................ 122Driving Through Water ................................. 122
MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ......................................... 124
CYBERSECURITY ................................................. 124
UCONNECT SETTINGS ........................................ 125 Customer Programmable Features ............. 125
UCONNECT INTRODUCTION................................ 138
System Overview .......................................... 138Drag & Drop Menu Bar ................................. 140
Safety And General Information................... 140
UCONNECT MODES ............................................. 141
Steering Wheel Audio Controls..................... 141Radio Mode .................................................. 141Media Mode ................................................. 150
Phone Mode ................................................. 152
ANDROID AUTO™ & APPLE CARPLAY® —
IF EQUIPPED ......................................................... 163
Android Auto™ .............................................. 163
Apple CarPlay® ............................................. 165Android Auto™ And Apple CarPlay® Tips And
Tricks.............................................................. 166

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PERFORMANCE PAGES ...................................... 167 Home .............................................................. 168
Timers ............................................................ 170
Gauges ........................................................... 172G-Force ........................................................... 173Engine ............................................................ 173
Dynamometer (Dyno) .................................... 174
DODGE DRIVE MODES — IF EQUIPPED............. 174
Performance Control —
If Equipped..................................................... 174
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES...... 179
Regulatory And Safety Information .............. 179
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES .............................................. 180 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 180
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ....... 181
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS .......................... 185
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped..................................................... 185
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation Operation ..................................... 188
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) .............................................. 190 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ................... 193
Occupant Restraint Systems Features ....... 193
Important Safety Precautions ...................... 193Seat Belt Systems ........................................ 194Supplemental Restraint
Systems (SRS) ............................................... 200
Child Restraints ............................................. 208
SAFETY TIPS ....................................................... 220
Transporting Passengers .............................. 220Transporting Pets ......................................... 220
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle ................................................... 220
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle ...................................... 221
Exhaust Gas................................................... 222
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ......................... 222
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ........................ 223
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED ..... 223
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ......................... 226 Preparations For Jacking .............................. 226Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage .............. 227Jacking Instructions ...................................... 228 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ..................... 231
Tire Service Kit Storage ................................ 231Tire Service Kit Components And
Operation ....................................................... 231Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions .............. 232
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .............. 233
JUMP STARTING ................................................. 236
Preparations For Jump Start ........................ 236Jump Starting Procedure .............................. 237
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY .............................. 238
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................... 239
MANUAL PARK RELEASE —
8-SPEED TRANSMISSION ................................... 240
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............................... 242
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .......................... 243 All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models...................... 244
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Models ................ 244
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ................................................... 244
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......................... 244

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................... 245
3.6L And 5.7L Engines ................................. 245
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................... 249
3.6L Engine ................................................... 2495.7L Engine ................................................... 250Checking Oil Level ......................................... 251
Adding Washer Fluid ..................................... 251
Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 252
Pressure Washing ......................................... 252
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..................................... 253
Engine Oil ....................................................... 253
Engine Oil Filter ............................................. 254
Engine Air Cleaner Filter .............................. 254Air Conditioner Maintenance ....................... 254
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ................... 256
Body Lubrication............................................ 256
Windshield Wiper Blades .............................. 257Exhaust System ............................................. 258
Cooling System ............................................. 259
Brake System ............................................... 262
Automatic Transmission ............................... 263
Rear Axle ........................................................ 263
FUSES .................................................................... 264
General Information ...................................... 264Underhood Fuses .......................................... 264
Rear Interior Fuses........................................ 267 BULB REPLACEMENT ......................................... 271
Replacement Bulbs ....................................... 271
Replacing Exterior Bulbs............................... 273
TIRES..................................................................... 275
Tire Safety Information ................................ 275Tires — General Information ........................ 283
Tire Types....................................................... 286
Spare Tires — If Equipped ............................. 287
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 289
Snow Traction Devices ................................. 290
Tire Rotation Recommendations ................. 291
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ................... 291
Treadwear ...................................................... 292
Traction Grades ............................................. 292Temperature Grades ..................................... 292
STORING THE VEHICLE ...................................... 292
BODYWORK ......................................................... 293
Protection From Atmospheric Agents .......... 293
Body And Underbody Maintenance.............. 293Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 293
INTERIORS .......................................................... 294
Seats And Fabric Parts ................................. 294
Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 295Leather Surfaces ........................................... 295Glass Surfaces ............................................. 295
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ........ 296
BRAKE SYSTEM .................................................. 296
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .. 296
Torque Specifications ................................... 296
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ........................................ 297
3.6L Engine ................................................... 297
5.7L Engine ................................................... 297
Reformulated Gasoline ................................ 297Materials Added To Fuel ............................... 298
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ......................... 298
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel
Vehicles ......................................................... 298
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ...... 298Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese
Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline ..................... 299
FLUID CAPACITIES ............................................... 299
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................... 300
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................. 301

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