2023 DODGE CHARGER air filter

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE229
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Approved Engine Oil
These symbols mean that the oil has been certified by the
API. The manufacturer only recommends API trademark
oils.
The API Starburst trademark certifies 0W-20,
0W-30 and 5W-30 engine oils.
The API Donut trademark certifies 0W-40 and
5W-40 engine oil.
Synthetic Engine Oils
Your engine was designed for synthetic engine oils, only
use synthetic API approved engine oils.
Synthetic engine oils which do not have both the correct
API trademark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
numbers should not be used.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the
addition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes)
to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and
its performance may be impaired by supplemental
additives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil
Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact an authorized dealer, service
station or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
ENGINE OIL FILTER
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at
every engine oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
A full-flow type disposable oil filter should be used for
replacement. The quality of replacement filters varies
considerably. Only high quality Mopar® certified filters
should be used. If a Mopar® Engine Oil Filter is
unavailable, only use filters that meet or exceed
SAE/USCAR-36 Filter Performance Requirements.
ENGINE AIR CLEANER FILTER
For the proper maintenance intervals Úpage 221.
NOTE:Be sure to follow the “Severe Duty Conditions” mainte -
nance interval if applicable.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement filters varies considerably. Only
high quality Mopar® certified filters should be used.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system
(air cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is
necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no
one is near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses,
etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in serious
personal injury.
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230SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
AIR CONDITIONER MAINTENANCE
For best possible performance, your air conditioner should
be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the
start of each warm season. This service should include
cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test.
Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-134a — If Equipped
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a Hydrofluo -
rocarbon (HFC) that is an ozone-friendly substance. The
manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service
be performed by an authorized dealer or other service
facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system PAG
compressor oil and refrigerants.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-1234yf — If Equipped
R-1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a Hydrofluo-
roolefin (HFO) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-friendly substance with
a low global-warming potential. The manufacturer
recommends that air conditioning service be performed by
an authorized dealer using recovery and recycling
equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system PAG
compressor oil, and refrigerants.
Cabin Air Filter
The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood,
behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger
side of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers. When
installing a new filter, ensure its proper orientation.
1. Remove the access door in the cowl screen by
pressing the retaining clips.

Access Door

2. Unsnap both ends and lift the filter access cover.

Filter Access Cover

WARNING!
Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi -
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the
system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, for further warranty
information.
 The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury
or damage to the system, adding refrigerant or any
repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be
done by an experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air
conditioning components. Such damage is not covered
by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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3. Remove the used filter.
4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the
direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the
vehicle (text and arrows on the filter will indicate this).

Cabin Air Filter

5. Close the filter access cover.
For the proper maintenance intervals
Úpage 221.
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT INSPECTION
When inspecting accessory drive belts, small cracks that
run across ribbed surface of belt from rib to rib, are
considered normal. These are not a reason to replace belt.
However, cracks running along a rib (not across) are not
normal. Any belt with cracks running along a rib must be
replaced. Also have the belt replaced if it has excessive
wear, frayed cords or severe glazing.

Accessory Belt (Serpentine Belt)

Conditions that would require replacement:
Rib chunking (one or more ribs has separated from
belt body)
 Rib or belt wear
 Longitudinal belt cracking (cracks between two ribs)
 Belt slips
 Groove jumping (belt does not maintain correct
position on pulley)
 Belt broken (identify and correct problem before new
belt is installed)
 Noise (objectionable squeal, squeak, or rumble is
heard or felt while drive belt is in operation)
Some conditions can be caused by a faulty component
such as a belt pulley. Belt pulleys should be carefully
inspected for damage and proper alignment.
Belt replacement on some models requires the use of
special tools, we recommend having your vehicle serviced
at an authorized dealer.
BODY LUBRICATION
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically with a lithium-based grease, such
as Mopar® Spray White Lube to ensure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the
application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should
be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating,
excess oil and grease should be removed.
WARNING!
 Do not attempt to inspect an accessory drive belt
with vehicle running.
 When working near the radiator cooling fan, discon -
nect the fan motor lead. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time regardless of
ignition position. You could be injured by the moving
fan blades.
 You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you
have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent
mechanic.
WARNING!
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using any
special additives in the transmission. Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental additives.
Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
transmission. Avoid using transmission sealers as they
may adversely affect seals.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require
adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine
fluid level checks are not required; therefore the
transmission has no dipstick. An authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools. If you notice fluid leakage or transmission
malfunction, visit an authorized dealer immediately to
have the transmission fluid level checked. Operating the
vehicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe
transmission damage.
Fluid And Filter Changes — 8-Speed
Transmission
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the life
of the vehicle. Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. However,
change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes
contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is
disassembled for any reason.
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life.
Use only the manufacturer's specified transmission fluid
Úpage 271. It is important to maintain the transmission
fluid at the correct level using the recommended fluid.
NOTE:No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission;
only the approved lubricant should be used.
REAR AXLE
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons
the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be
inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the fluid
level
Úpage 271.

To avoid contamination from foreign matter or mois -
ture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in an open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause
it to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged
braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could
result in a collision.
 Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the
brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage
painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to
avoid its contact with these surfaces.
 Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
WARNING!CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the
chemicals can damage your transmission components.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit an authorized
dealer immediately. Severe transmission damage may
occur. An authorized dealer has the proper tools to
adjust the fluid level accurately.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer’s recommended fluid may cause
deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque
converter shudder
Úpage 271.
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INDEX
AAbout Your Brakes ....................................................... 267
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) ............. 87
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............................ 235
Adding Fuel................................................................... 101
Adding Washing Fluid .................................................. 227
Additives, Fuel .............................................................. 268
AdjustForward ...................................................................... 30
Rearward ....................................................................30
Advance Phone Connectivity ....................................... 147
Air Bag........................................................................... 184 Advance Front Air Bag ............................................ 184
Air Bag Operation.................................................... 185
Air Bag Warning Light ............................................. 183
Driver Knee Air Bag ................................................ 186
Enhanced Accident Response ...................... 188
, 220
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................................... 220 Front Air Bag ........................................................... 184
If Deployment Occurs ............................................. 188
Knee Impact Bolsters ............................................. 186
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .......................... 189
Maintenance ........................................................... 189
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ......................... 184
Side Air Bags ........................................................... 186
Air Bag Light ................................................. 68
, 183, 200
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ........... 229
Air Conditioner Maintenance ...................................... 230
Air Conditioner Refrigerant .......................................... 230
Air Conditioner System ................................................ 230
Air Conditioning ........................................................ 47
, 49 Air Conditioning Filter ............................................52
, 230
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips .................................... 51
Air Filter ......................................................................... 229
Air Pressure Tires.......................................................................... 255
Alarm Arm The System......................................................... 19
Panic........................................................................... 13
Rearm The System .................................................... 19
Security Alarm..................................................... 18
, 70
Alarm System Security Alarm............................................................ 18
All Wheel Drive Towing ...................................................................... 220
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle.......................................................................... 8
Android Auto........................................................ 149
, 150
Android auto™
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........................................................ 149
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............................... 234, 270
Disposal ...................................................................235
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................... 164
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................................................. 71
Apple CarPlay ...................................................... 149
, 152
Apple carplay®
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....................................................... 151
Arming System Security Alarm............................................................ 18
Assist, Hill Start ............................................................. 167
Audio Settings ............................................................... 136
Audio Systems (Radio) ................................................. 111
Auto Down Power Windows............................................ 56
Automatic Door Locks .................................................... 23 Automatic Headlights ..................................................... 42
Automatic High Beams .................................................. 41
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ................... 47
, 51
Automatic Transmission ....................................... 81, 237
Adding Fluid .................................................... 237, 272
Fluid And Filter Change........................................... 237
Fluid Change ........................................................... 237
Fluid Level Check .................................................... 237
Fluid Type .......................................................237
, 272
Special Additives ..................................................... 237
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .......... 23
, 83
AutoPark ......................................................................... 77
Autostick Operation ................................................................... 83
AUX ................................................................................ 199
AUX Cord ......................................................................... 54
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...................... 55
AWD Towing...................................................................... 220
Axle Fluid....................................................................... 272
Axle Lubrication ............................................................ 272
BBack-Up ......................................................................... 100
Battery.................................................................... 69, 228
Charging System Light .............................................. 69
Keyless Key Fob Replacement................................. 13
Location ................................................................... 228
Battery Saver Feature .................................................... 43
Belts, Seat..................................................................... 199

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Door LocksAutomatic ...................................................................23
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ................24
Doors................................................................................ 21
Drag & Drop.................................................................. 128
Drive Modes ................................................................. 159
Driver Memory Presets ................................................ 135
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ....................................................28
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or ShallowStanding Water .................................................. 110
EElectric Brake Control System..................................... 165Anti-Lock Brake System ......................................... 164
Electronic Roll Mitigation .............................. 165
, 168
Electric Remote Mirrors ..................................................36 Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ............ 238
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..................... 86Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ................................ 166
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...................... 69Emergency Gas Can Refueling .................................... 215
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................................. 218
Hazard Warning Flasher ......................................... 202
Jacking..................................................................... 205
Jump Starting ................................................. 213
, 214
Towing ..................................................................... 219
Emission Control System Maintenance.........................75
Engine .................................................................. 225
, 226
Air Cleaner ............................................................... 229 Break-In Recommendations ..................................... 79
Checking Oil Level .................................................. 227Compartment ................................................. 225
, 226 Compartment Identification....................................225
Coolant (Antifreeze)....................................... 234
, 271
Cooling .....................................................................234
Exhaust Gas Caution ............................................... 201
Fails To Start .............................................................. 78
Flooded, Starting ....................................................... 78
Fuel Requirements ........................................ 268
, 270
Jump Starting................................................. 213, 214
Oil .......................................................... 228, 270, 271
Oil Filler Cap ............................................................. 225
Oil Filter ....................................................................229 Oil Selection ................................................... 228
, 270
Oil Synthetic ............................................................. 229
Overheating ............................................................. 216
Starting....................................................................... 76
Engine Oil Life Reset

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................................................ 65
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............. 188, 220
Ethanol .......................................................................... 269
Exhaust Gas Cautions ..................................................201
Exhaust System .................................................. 201
, 233
Exterior Lighting .............................................................. 40
Exterior Lights ........................................................40
, 201
FFilters Air Cleaner ............................................................... 229
Air Conditioning ................................................52
, 230
Engine Oil ................................................................. 229
Engine Oil Disposal..................................................229
Flashers ......................................................................... 202 Hazard Warning ....................................................... 202
Turn Signals ...............................................43
, 74, 201
Flash-To-Pass .................................................................. 42
Flooded Engine Starting ................................................. 78 Floor Console .................................................................. 53
Fluid Capacities ............................................................ 270
Fluid Leaks.................................................................... 201
Fluid Level Checks
Brake........................................................................ 236
Cooling System........................................................ 234Engine Oil................................................................. 227
Fluid, Brake................................................................... 272
Fog Lights........................................................................ 42
Fold-Flat Seats ................................................................ 28
Folding Rear Seats ......................................................... 29
Forward Collision Warning ........................................... 172
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ............................................. 202
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ............................................... 218
Fuel................................................................................ 268 Additives .................................................................. 268
Clean Air .................................................................. 268
Ethanol..................................................................... 269Gasoline ................................................................... 268
Materials Added ...................................................... 268
Methanol ................................................................. 269
Octane Rating.................................................268
, 271
Requirements .................................................268, 270
Specifications .......................................................... 271
Tank Capacity .......................................................... 270
Fuses ............................................................................. 238
GGarage Door Opener (HomeLink) .................................. 36 Gasoline, Clean Air ....................................................... 268
Gasoline, Reformulated ............................................... 268
Gear Ranges ................................................................... 82
Glass Cleaning .............................................................. 266

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