Dodge Charger: SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE / VEHICLE MAINTENANCE

Dodge Charger 2011-2026 Owner's Manual / SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE / VEHICLE MAINTENANCE

An authorized dealer has the qualified service personnel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any procedure yourself.

NOTE:

Intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you.

WARNING!

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.

Pressure Washing

Cleaning the engine compartment with a high pressure washer is not recommended. CAUTION! Precautions have been taken to safeguard all parts and connections however, the pressures generated by these machines is such that complete protection against water ingress cannot be guaranteed...

Engine Oil

Engine Oil Selection — 3.6L And 5.7L Engines For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of manufacturer Material Standard MS-6395...

Other information:

Dodge Charger 2011-2026 Owner's Manual: PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED

The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear fascia/bumper and a detected obstacle when backing up (e.g. during a parking maneuver). ParkSense will retain the system state (enabled or disabled) from the previous ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON/RUN position...

Dodge Charger 2011-2026 Owner's Manual: Exhaust System

The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; have an authorized technician inspect the complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts...