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: Dimmer Controls

The brightness of the instrument panel lighting and lighted cupholders (if equipped) can be regulated by rotating the left dimmer control up (brighter) or down (dimmer). When the headlights are on you can supplement the brightness of the instrument cluster display, radio and overhead console by rotating the control to the first detent up until you hear a click...

Dodge Charger 2011-2026 Owner's Manual: Seat Belt Systems

Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and could cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home or on your own street. Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision...