2023 DODGE CHARGER maintenance

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................. 7
2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ..................................................................................12
3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................................................ 61
4 STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................................................................76 5 MULTIMEDIA ................................................................................................................................. 111
6 SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 164 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY .................................................................................................... 202
8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................... 221
9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................ 267
10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE ..................................................................................................... 273 11 INDEX ............................................................................................................................................. 278

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Parking Lights ............................................................. 42
Automatic Headlights On With Wipers —
If Equipped .................................................................. 42
Headlight Delay .......................................................... 42
Lights-On Reminder .................................................... 42
Fog Lights — If Equipped ............................................ 42
Turn Signals ................................................................ 43
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped............................. 43
Battery Saver ............................................................... 43
INTERIOR LIGHTS ...............................................................43 Interior Courtesy Lights............................................... 43
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........................... 45 Windshield Wiper Operation....................................... 45
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........................... 46
CLIMATE CONTROLS .........................................................46 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions ............................................................. 47
Manual Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions ............................................................. 49
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...................... 51
Climate Voice Commands .......................................... 51
Operating Tips ............................................................ 51
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............................52 Storage ........................................................................ 52
USB/AUX Control ..................................................... 54
Illuminated Cupholders — If Equipped....................... 54
Power Outlets ............................................................. 55
WINDOWS ...........................................................................56 Power Window Controls .............................................. 56
Automatic Window Features ...................................... 56
Reset Auto-Up.............................................................. 57
Window Lockout Switch.............................................. 57
Wind Buffeting ............................................................ 57 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED................................... 57
Opening And Closing The Sunroof ..............................58
Pinch Protect Feature.................................................. 58
Sunshade Operation.................................................... 58
Sunroof Maintenance.................................................. 58
Ignition Off Operation .................................................. 58
HOOD.................................................................................... 59 Opening The Hood ......................................................59
Closing The Hood ......................................................... 59
TRUNK .................................................................................. 59 Opening The Trunk ......................................................59
Closing The Trunk ........................................................ 60
Trunk Safety ................................................................. 60
Cargo Area Features ................................................... 60
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...................................................... 61 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ................................. 63
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ..................................... 63 Location And Controls ................................................. 64
Engine Oil Life Reset .................................................. 65
Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) — If Equipped ....... 65
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Menu Items .................................................................. 65
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode
Message — Electrical Load Reduction Actions —
If Equipped ................................................................... 67 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................................ 68
Red Warning Lights ..................................................... 68
Yellow Warning Lights ................................................. 71
Yellow Indicator Lights ................................................ 73
Green Indicator Lights................................................. 73
White Indicator Lights ................................................. 74
Blue Indicator Lights ................................................... 74
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ..................... 74 Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ................................................. 75
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ...................................................................... 75
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE...................................................... 76 Automatic Transmission ............................................ 76
Normal Starting ........................................................ 76
AutoPark ...................................................................... 77
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition ................................. 78
Extended Park Starting ............................................... 78
If Engine Fails To Start ............................................... 78
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) .......................................... 78
After Starting................................................................ 78
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
3.6L & 5.7L ........................................................................ 79
PARKING BRAKE ............................................................... 79
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............................................ 80 Ignition Park Interlock ................................................. 81
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock
(BTSI) System ............................................................. 81
8-Speed Automatic Transmission .............................. 81

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SAFETY TIPS .................................................................... 199Transporting Passengers .......................................... 199
Transporting Pets ................................................... 199
Connected Vehicles .................................................. 199
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle ................................................................ 199
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle .................................................. 201
Exhaust Gas .............................................................. 201Carbon Monoxide Warnings .................................... 201
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS .................................. 202
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED .................. 202
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — IF EQUIPPED .......... 205 Preparations For Jacking ......................................... 205Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ......................... 206Jacking Instructions .................................................. 207
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ................................. 209 Tire Service Kit Storage ............................................ 209
Tire Service Kit Components And Operation ........... 210Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions .......................... 210Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .......................... 211
JUMP STARTING .............................................................. 213 Preparations For Jump Start .................................... 214
Jump Starting Procedure .......................................... 214
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY .......................................... 215
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ....................................... 216 MANUAL PARK RELEASE–8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION................................................................ 216
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .......................................... 218
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...................................... 219 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models — If Equipped ......... 220
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models ............................ 220Without The Key Fob ................................................ 220
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ............................................................... 220
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ..................................... 220
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 221 3.6L And 5.7L Engines ............................................ 221
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ............................................... 225 3.6L Engine ............................................................... 2255.7L Engine .............................................................. 226
Checking Oil Level .................................................... 227
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................ 227
Maintenance-Free Battery ...................................... 228
Pressure Washing ..................................................... 228
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................. 228 Engine Oil ................................................................. 228Engine Oil Filter ........................................................ 229Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................................ 229
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................ 230
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection............................... 231 Body Lubrication........................................................ 231
Windshield Wiper Blades .......................................... 232
Exhaust System ......................................................... 233
Cooling System ......................................................... 234
Brake System ........................................................... 236
Automatic Transmission ........................................... 237
Rear Axle .................................................................... 237
Fuses .......................................................................... 238Bulb Replacement .................................................... 246
TIRES ..................................................................................248 Tire Safety Information ............................................. 248
Tires — General Information .................................... 255
Tire Types ................................................................... 258Spare Tires — If Equipped ......................................... 259
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................................... 260
Snow Traction Devices ............................................. 262
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................. 263
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES ................................................... 263 Treadwear .................................................................. 263
Traction Grades ......................................................... 264
Temperature Grades ................................................. 264
STORING THE VEHICLE ....................................................264
BODYWORK ......................................................................264 Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...................... 264
Body And Underbody Maintenance.......................... 265
Preserving The Bodywork ......................................... 265
INTERIORS ........................................................................ 265 Seats And Fabric Parts.............................................. 265Plastic And Coated Parts .......................................... 266
Leather Surfaces ....................................................... 266
Glass Surfaces .......................................................... 266

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INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dodge vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality. This Owner's Manual has been
prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by customer-oriented
documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC offers to its customers as well as the details of the terms and conditions for maintaining
its validity. Please take the time to read all of these publications carefully before driving your vehicle for the first time. Following the instructions, recommendations, tips, and important
warnings in this manual will help ensure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
This Owner’s Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated in the text. Therefore, you should
only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content introduced throughout the Owner’s Information, which may or
may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”. All data contained in this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible
way. FCA US LLC aims at a constant improvement of the vehicles produced. For this reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial
reasons. For further information, contact an authorized dealer.
When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your Dodge vehicle best, have factory-trained technicians, genuine Mopar® parts, and care about your satisfaction.1

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58GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING AND CLOSING THE SUNROOF
Express Open/Close
Push the switch rearward and release it within one second
and the sunroof will open automatically from any position.
The sunroof will open fully and stop automatically. Push the switch forward and release it within one second
and the sunroof will close automatically from any position.
The sunroof will close fully and stop automatically.
During Express Open or Express Close operation, any
other movement of the sunroof switch will stop the
sunroof.
Manual Open/Close
To open the sunroof, push and hold the switch rearward to
full open.
To close the sunroof, push and hold the switch in the
forward position.
Any release of the switch during open or close operation
will stop the sunroof movement. The sunroof will remain in
a partially opened position until the switch is operated and
held again.
Venting The Sunroof
Push and release the Vent switch within one second, and
the sunroof will express open to the vent position. Push
and hold the Vent switch for more than one second for
manual opening of the sunroof vent.
PINCH PROTECT FEATURE
This feature will detect an obstruction in the closing of the
sunroof during the Express Close operation. If an
obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the
sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction
if this occurs.
NOTE:If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch
Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will disable and the
sunroof must be closed in Manual mode.
SUNSHADE OPERATION
The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the
sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
NOTE:The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open.
SUNROOF MAINTENANCE
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel. Periodically check for and clear out any
debris that may have collected in the tracks.
IGNITION OFF OPERATION
The power sunroof switch can remain active in Accessory
Delay for up to approximately 10 minutes after the
vehicle’s ignition is placed to the OFF position. Opening
either front door will cancel this feature.
This feature is programmable using the Uconnect system
Úpage 112.
WARNING!
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Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key
fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible
to children. Do not leave the Keyless Enter ‘n Go™
Ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position. Occupants,
particularly unattended children, can become
entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the
power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result
in serious injury or death.
 In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat
belt properly and make sure all passengers are also
properly secured.
 Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object, to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL65
ENGINE OIL LIFE RESET
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.
Oil Change Required
Your vehicle is equipped with an
engine oil change indicator system.
The “Oil Change Required” message
will display in the instrument cluster
display for five seconds after a single
chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil
change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is
duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change
interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal
driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you place the ignition in the ON/RUN position. To turn
off the message temporarily, push and release the OK or
arrow buttons. To reset the oil change indicator system
(after performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to
the following procedure.
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter ’n Go™ — Ignition
Use the steering wheel instrument cluster display controls
for the following procedure(s):

1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and place the ignition in the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).

2. Push and release the down arrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info.” 3. Push and release the
right arrow button to access
the ”Oil Life” screen.
4. Push and hold the OK button to reset oil life. If
conditions are met, the gauge and numeric display
will update to show 100%. If conditions are not met a
pop-up message of "To reset oil life engine must be
off with ignition in run” will be displayed (for five
seconds), and the user will remain at the Oil Life
screen.
5. Push and release the up or down arrow button
to exit the submenu screen.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you start the
vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset.
If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Secondary Method Of Resetting Engine Oil Life

1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and place the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within ten seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the
OFF position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you start the
vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset.
If necessary, repeat this procedure.
PERFORMANCE SHIFT INDICATOR
(PSI) — IF EQUIPPED
The PSI is enabled on vehicles with manual transmission,
or when a vehicle with automatic transmission is in
manual shift mode. The PSI provides the driver with a
visual indication within the instrument cluster display
when the driver configured gear shift point has been
reached and the driver is still accelerating. This indication
notifies the driver to change gear corresponding to the
configured RPM in the head unit.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
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ELECTABLE MENU ITEMS
Push and release the up or down arrow button
until the desired Selectable Menu item is displayed in the
instrument cluster display.
Follow the Menu or submenu prompts as desired.
Speedometer
Push and release the up or down arrow button
until the speedometer menu is displayed in the instrument
cluster display. Push and release the OK button to toggle
units (km/h or mph) of the speedometer.
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72GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert
serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of
power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle
should be serviced by an authorized dealer as soon as
possible if this occurs.
Service Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Warning Light — If Equipped
This light will turn on when a ACC is not
operating and needs service Úpage 87.
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to indicate a
fault in the Forward Collision Warning System.
Contact an authorized dealer for service
Úpage 172.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Warning Light
The warning light switches on and a message is
displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is
lower than the recommended value and/or
that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these
cases, optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not
be guaranteed.
Should one or more tires be in the condition previously
mentioned, the display will show the indications
corresponding to each tire. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be
checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation
pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for
those tires.
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
equipped with TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure
telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly
underinflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure
telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires
as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper
pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire
causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread
life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper
tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if underinflation has
not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS
low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not
operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated.
WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter can reach higher
temperatures than in normal operating conditions. This
can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over
flammable substances such as dry plants, wood,
cardboard, etc. This could result in death or serious
injury to the driver, occupants or others.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) on could cause damage to the vehicle control
system. It also could affect fuel economy and
driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss will soon occur.
Immediate service is required.
CAUTION!
Do not continue driving with one or more flat tires as
handling may be compromised. Stop the vehicle,
avoiding sharp braking and steering. If a tire puncture
occurs, repair immediately using the dedicated tire
repair kit and contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.

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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
(OBD II) C
YBERSECURITY
Your vehicle is required to have OBD II and a connection
port to allow access to information related to the
performance of your emissions controls. Authorized
service technicians may need to access this information to
assist with the diagnosis and service of your vehicle and
emissions system
Úpage 111.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an
inspection of your vehicle's emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M), this check verifies the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is functioning
and is not on when the engine is running, and
that the OBD II system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery
replacement. If the OBD II system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which you
can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your
vehicle's OBD II system is ready, you must do the following:

1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not crank or start the engine.

NOTE:If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start this
test over. 2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen:
 The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that
your vehicle's OBD II system is not ready and you
should not proceed to the I/M station.
 The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illu -
minated until you place the ignition in the off posi -
tion or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle's OBD II system is ready and you can
proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see an
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle
as you normally would in order for your OBD II system to
update. A recheck with the previously mentioned test
routine may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle's OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle
operation you should have your vehicle serviced before
going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail your
vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine running.
WARNING!
 ONLY an authorized service technician should
connect equipment to the OBD II connection port in
order to read the VIN, diagnose, or service your
vehicle.
 If unauthorized equipment is connected to the OBD II
connection port, such as a driver-behavior tracking
device, it may:
 Be possible that vehicle systems, including
safety related systems, could be impaired or a
loss of vehicle control could occur that may
result in an accident involving serious injury or
death.
 Access, or allow others to access, information
stored in your vehicle systems, including
personal information.
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