Dodge Charger: FUEL REQUIREMENTS / 3.6L Engine and 5.7L Engine

Dodge Charger 2011-2026 Owner's Manual / TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS / FUEL REQUIREMENTS / 3.6L Engine and 5.7L Engine

3.6L Engine

Dodge Charger. 3.6L Engine and 5.7L Engine This engine is designed to meet all emissions 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

Do not use E-85 flex fuel or ethanol blends greater than 15% in this engine.

Dodge Charger. 3.6L Engine and 5.7L Engine This engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when using high-quality unleaded gasoline having an octane 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.

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...

Reformulated Gasoline. Materials Added To Fuel

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...

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Dodge Charger 2011-2026 Owner's Manual: Underhood Fuses

The Front Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment. This module contains fuses and relays. Fuse cavity location and descriptions are printed on the inside of the power distribution center cover. CAUTION! When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched...

Dodge Charger 2011-2026 Owner's Manual: Tire Spinning

When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle's wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping. WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or failure...