2022 DODGE CHALLENGER technical specifications

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................. 8
2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ..................................................................................13
3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................................................... 64
4 STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................................................................82 5 MULTIMEDIA ............................................................................................................................... 122
6 SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 185 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY .................................................................................................... 233
8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................... 254
9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................. 311
10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE ...................................................................................................... 319 11 INDEX ............................................................................................................................................. 323

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JUMP STARTING .................................................. 246 Preparations For Jump Start......................... 247Jump Starting Procedure .............................. 247
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................... 248
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION .................................................. 249
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .............................. 250
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .......................... 252 Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models.................. 253
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .................................................................. 253
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......................... 253
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................... 254
3.6L And 5.7L Engines ................................. 254
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................... 259
3.6L Engine ................................................... 2595.7L Engine ................................................... 260Checking Oil Level ......................................... 261
Adding Washer Fluid ................................... 261Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 262
Pressure Washing ......................................... 262 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE..................................... 263
Engine Oil ...................................................... 263
Engine Oil Filter ........................................... 265Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............................ 265
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................... 266
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ................... 267Body Lubrication ......................................... 268
Windshield Wiper Blades ............................ 268
Exhaust System ............................................. 270Cooling System ............................................ 271
Brake System ............................................... 274
Clutch Hydraulic System — Manual
Transmission (If Equipped)........................... 275Manual Transmission — If Equipped............ 275
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ....... 275
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped .......... 276
Rear Axle ........................................................ 276Fuses.............................................................. 277
Bulb Replacement ........................................ 286
TIRES..................................................................... 290
Tire Safety Information ................................ 290Tires — General Information ........................ 297
Tire Types....................................................... 301
Spare Tires — If Equipped ............................ 301
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 303
Snow Traction Devices ................................. 304
Tire Rotation Recommendations ................. 306 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................... 306
Treadwear...................................................... 307
Traction Grades ............................................. 307Temperature Grades..................................... 307
VEHICLE STORAGE ............................................ 307
BODYWORK .......................................................... 308
Protection From Atmospheric Agents ........ 308Body And Underbody Maintenance ............. 308
Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 308
INTERIORS ........................................................... 309
Seats And Fabric Parts ................................. 309
Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 309
Leather Surfaces........................................... 310
Glass Surfaces ............................................. 310
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ........ 311
BRAKE SYSTEM .................................................. 311
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................. 311Torque Specifications ................................... 311

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
The VIN is on the left front corner of the instrument
panel. The VIN is visible from outside of the vehicle
through the windshield.
Windshield VIN Location

NOTE:It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
BRAKE SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake
systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems
loses normal capability, the remaining system will
still function. There will be some loss of overall
braking effectiveness. This may be evident by
increased pedal travel during application, greater
pedal force required to slow or stop, and potential
activation of the Brake Warning Light.
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for
example, repeated brake applications with the
engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort
required to brake the vehicle will be much greater
than that required with the power system
operating.
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to
ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to the
vehicle. Any time a wheel has been removed and
reinstalled on the vehicle, the lug nuts/bolts
should be torqued using a properly calibrated
torque wrench using a six sided (hex) deep wall
socket.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
**Use only authorized dealer recommended lug
nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil
before tightening.
Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to
mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or
loose particles.
Wheel Mounting Surface

Lug Nut/Bolt
Torque **Lug Nut/
Bolt SizeLug Nut/Bolt
Socket Size
130 Ft-Lb
(176 N·m) M14 x 1.50 22 mm
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312TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until
each nut/bolt has been tightened twice. Ensure
that the socket is fully engaged on the lug nut/bolt
(do not insert it halfway).
NOTE:If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them
checked with a torque wrench by an authorized
dealer or service station.
After 25 miles (40 km), check the lug nut/bolt
torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are
properly tightened.

Torque Patterns

FUEL REQUIREMENTS
While operating on gasoline with the required
octane number, hearing a light knocking sound
from the engine is not a cause for concern.
However, if the engine is heard making a heavy
knocking sound, see a dealer immediately. Use of
gasoline with a lower than recommended octane
number can cause engine failure and may void the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as
hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you
experience these symptoms, try another brand of
gasoline before considering service for the vehicle.
3.6L ENGINE
Do not use E-85 flex fuel or ethanol blends greater
than 15% in this engine.This engine is designed to meet all
emission regulations and provide
excellent fuel economy and performance
when using high-quality unleaded regular
gasoline having an octane rating of 87 as specified
by the (R+M)/2 method. The use of higher octane
premium gasoline will not provide any benefit over
regular gasoline in these engines.
5.7L ENGINE
(W
ITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)
Do not use E-85 flex fuel or ethanol blends greater
than 15% in this engine.
This engine is designed to meet all
emission regulations and provide
satisfactory fuel economy and
performance when using high quality
unleaded gasoline having a posted octane number
range of 87 to 89 as specified by the (R+M)/
2 method. The use of 89 octane plus gasoline is
recommended for optimum performance and fuel
economy.
5.7L ENGINE (WITH MANUAL
T
RANSMISSION)
Do not use E-85 flex fuel or ethanol blends greater
than 15% in this engine.
This engine is designed to meet all
emission regulations, provide optimal
fuel economy and performance when
using high-quality unleaded premium
gasoline having a posted octane number of 91 as
specified by the (R+M)/2 method. The use of 91 or
higher octane premium gasoline is required for this
engine.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the
jack, do not tighten the lug nuts/bolts fully until
the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow
this warning may result in personal injury.

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REFORMULATED GASOLINE
Many areas of the country require the use of
cleaner burning gasoline referred to as
“reformulated gasoline”. Reformulated gasoline
contains oxygenates and are specifically blended
to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air
quality.
The use of reformulated gasoline is recommended.
Properly blended reformulated gasoline will
provide improved performance and durability of
engine and fuel system components.
MATERIALS ADDED TO FUEL
Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper
octane rating, gasolines that contain detergents,
corrosion and stability additives are
recommended. Using gasolines that have these
additives will help improve fuel economy, reduce
emissions, and maintain vehicle performance. Designated TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline
contains a higher level of detergents to
further aide in minimizing engine and
fuel system deposits. When available,
the usage of TOP TIER Detergent gasoline is
recommended. Visit
www.toptiergas.com for a list
of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Retailers.
Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents
should be avoided. Many of these materials
intended for gum and varnish removal may contain
active solvents or similar ingredients. These can
harm fuel system gasket and diaphragm materials.
GASOLINE/OXYGENATE BLENDS
Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with
oxygenates such as ethanol. Problems that result from using gasoline
containing more than 15% ethanol (E-15) or
gasoline containing methanol are not the
responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or
not be covered under New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
DO NOT USE E-85 IN NON-FLEX FUEL
V
EHICLES
Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with
gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol (E-15). Use
of gasoline with higher ethanol content may void
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with
E-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of these
symptoms:
Operate in a lean mode.
OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on.
Poor engine performance.
Poor cold start and cold drivability.
Increased risk for fuel system component
corrosion.
CAUTION!
DO NOT use E-85, gasoline containing methanol,
or gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol
(E-15). Use of these blends may result in starting
and drivability problems, damage critical fuel
system components, cause emissions to exceed
the applicable standard, and/or cause the
Malfunction Indicator Light to illuminate. Please
observe pump labels as they should clearly
communicate if a fuel contains greater than
15% ethanol (E-15).
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CNG AND LP FUEL SYSTEM
M
ODIFICATIONS
Modifications that allow the engine to run on
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquid Propane
(LP) may result in damage to the engine,
emissions, and fuel system components. Problems
that result from running CNG or LP are not the
responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or
not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
METHYLCYCLOPENTADIENYL
M
ANGANESE TRICARBONYL (MMT) IN
G
ASOLINE
MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive
that is blended into some gasoline to increase
octane. Gasoline blended with MMT provides no
performance advantage beyond gasoline of the
same octane number without MMT. Gasoline
blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and
reduces emissions system performance in some
vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline
without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT
content of gasoline may not be indicated on the
gasoline pump; therefore, you should ask your
gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains
MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal and California
reformulated gasoline.
FUEL SYSTEM CAUTIONS
NOTE:Intentional tampering with the emissions control
system can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your
vehicle’s performance:
The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by
Federal law. Using leaded gasoline can impair
engine performance and damage the emis
-
sions control system.
An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions can cause the catalytic
converter to overheat. If you notice a pungent
burning odor or some light smoke, your engine
may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may
require immediate service. Contact an autho -
rized dealer for service assistance.
The use of fuel additives, which are now being
sold as octane enhancers, is not recom -
mended. Most of these products contain high
concentrations of methanol. Fuel system
damage or vehicle performance problems
resulting from the use of such fuels or addi -
tives is not the responsibility of the manufac-
turer and may void or not be covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!

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FLUID CAPACITIES
USMetric
Fuel (Approximate)
All Engines 18.5 Gallons70 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
3.6L Engine 6 Quarts5.6 Liters
5.7L Engine 7 Quarts6.6 Liters
Cooling System*
3.6L Engine 11.1 Quarts10.5 Liters
5.7L Engine 14.7 Quarts13.9 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part

Engine Coolant
We recommend using Mopar® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
(240,000 km) Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology).
Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine
We recommend using Mopar® SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil which
meets the requirements of the manufacturer Material Standard MS-6395.
Equivalent full synthetic SAE 5W-20 engine oil can be used but must have the
API Starburst trademark Ú
page 263.
Mopar® SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to the manufacturer Material
Standard MS-6395 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting
MS-6395 is not available.

Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine
We recommend using Mopar® SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil which
meets the requirements of the manufacturer Material Standard MS-6395.
Equivalent full synthetic SAE 0W-20 engine oil can be used but must have the
API Starburst trademark Ú
page 263.

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