Dodge Challenger SRT8 (2009 year). Manual

FLUID CAPACITIES

U.S.

Metric

Fuel (Approximate)

19 Gallons

72 Liters

Engine Oil with Filter
6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40)

7 Quarts

6.6 Liters

Cooling System *
6.1 Liter Engine (MOPAR

威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile

Formula)

15 Quarts

14.4 Liters

* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.

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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS

Engine

Component

Fluids, Lubricant, or Genuine Part

Engine Coolant

MOPAR

威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid

Organic Additive Technology)

Engine Oil (6.1L)

For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operat-
ing conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine
oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or
SM/CF, and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-
10725. The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic engine oil,
such as Mobil 1

威 SAE 0W-40 or equivalent. For additional information, re-

fer to the “Engine Oil Selection” and “Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)”
in the “Maintenance Procedures” section of this manual.

Oil Filter (6.1L)

MOPAR

威 Engine Oil Filter (P/N 04884899AB) or equivalent

Spark Plugs (6.1L)

PLZTR5A-13 (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm])

Fuel Selection (6.1L)

Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Only or higher

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Chassis

Component

Fluids, Lubricant, or Genuine Part

Manual Transmission

MOPAR

威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid

Automatic Transmission

MOPAR

威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid

Brake Master Cylinder

MOPAR

威 DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake

fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended
brake fluids.

Power Steering Reservoir

MOPAR

威 Power Steering Fluid + 4, MOPAR威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmis-

sion Fluid

Rear Axle

MOPAR

威 Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W90 (API GL-5) or equivalent

(with MOPAR

威 Friction Modifier — Hypoid Gear Additive)

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

CONTENTS

䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance

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䡵 Maintenance Schedule

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▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . 388

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type,
must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure
the continued proper functioning of the Emission Control
System. These, and all other maintenance services in-
cluded in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.

Inspection and service should also be done anytime a
malfunction is suspected.

NOTE:

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-

sions control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part that has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.

On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.

On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime
will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.

Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles
(805 km).

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NOTE:

• The oil change indicator message will not monitor the

time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s
oil if it has been six months since your last oil change,
even if the oil change indicator message is NOT
illuminated.

• Change your engine oil more often if you drive your

vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.

• Under no circumstances should oil change intervals

exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.

Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than
your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Oil Change Re-
quired” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)” in Section 4 or under “Odometer/Trip Odometer”
under “Instrument Cluster Descriptions” in Section 4.

At Each Stop for Fuel

• Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Engine Oil” under

“Maintenance Procedures” in Section 7.

• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if

required.

Once a Month

• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or

damage.

• Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals

as required.

• Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake

master cylinder, power steering, and transmission,
and add as needed.

• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct

operation.

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At Each Oil Change

• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.

CAUTION!

Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.

Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.

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6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or
6 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner

filter, and replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the CV joints. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 miles (20 000 km) or

12 months.

❏ Inspect the exhaust system. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 miles (20 000 km) or

12 months.

❏ Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if equipped), add as necessary.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or
18 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner

filter, and replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the CV joints.

❏ Inspect the exhaust system.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and replace if necessary.

❏ Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the

following: Most of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F
(32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or
30 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles

equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or
36 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or

off-road conditions, inspect the engine air
cleaner filter, and replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if

necessary.

❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid.

❏ Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if

equipped), add as necessary.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or
42 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner

filter, and replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the CV joints.

❏ Inspect the exhaust system.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and replace if necessary.

❏ Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet,

or frequent trailer towing.

❏ Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the

following: Most of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F
(32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or
54 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.

❏ Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if equipped), add as necessary.

❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the

following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.

❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102,000 miles

(170 000 km).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or
66 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner

filter, and replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the CV joints.

❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid.

❏ Inspect the exhaust system.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and replace if necessary.

❏ Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the

following: Most of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F
(32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or
78 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner

filter, and replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if equipped), add as necessary.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or
90 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

❏ Inspect and replace the PCV Valve if

necessary.*

❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid.

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles

equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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