2018 Dodge Charger Owner's Manual

2018 Dodge Charger owners manual
Year:
2018
Make:
Dodge
Model:
Charger
Rating:
(7)

Online manual

Size:
6.73 MB

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION
5
INTRODUCTION
6
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
7
Essential Information
7
Symbols
8
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
9
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
9
GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
11
FRONT VIEW
12
REAR VIEW
13
INSTRUMENT PANEL
14
INTERIOR
15
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
17
KEYS
21
Key Fob
21
To Unlock The Doors
23
1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks
23
Flash Lights With Lock
23
Headlight Illumination On Approach
24
To Unlatch The Trunk
24
To Lock The Doors And Trunk
24
Sound Horn With Lock
24
Using The Panic Alarm
24
Key Fob Battery Replacement
25
Programming Additional Key Fobs
27
Request For Additional Remote Controls
27
General Information
28
IGNITION SWITCH
28
Keyless Push Button Ignition
28
Vehicle On Message
30
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
31
How To Use Remote Start — If Equipped
31
Remote Start Abort Message On The Instrument Cluster Display — If Equipped
32
To Enter Remote Start Mode
32
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle
33
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
33
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
34
General Information
34
SENTRY KEY
34
Customer Key Programming
35
Replacement Keys
35
General Information
35
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED
36
To Arm The System
36
To Disarm The System
37
Rearming Of The System
37
Tamper Alert
37
DOORS
38
Manual Door Locks
38
Power Door Locks
38
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry
39
General Information
43
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit
43
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped
43
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors
43
SEATS
44
Manual Adjustment (Front Seats) — If Equipped
45
Manual Front Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment
45
Manual Front Seat Recline
46
Power Seats — If Equipped
46
Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward
47
Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down
47
Reclining The Seatback
47
Tilting The Seat Up Or Down
48
Power Lumbar — If Equipped
48
Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped
48
Programming The Memory Feature
49
Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob To Memory
50
Memory Position Recall
50
Easy Entry/Exit Seat
51
Heated Seats — If Equipped
51
Front Heated Seats
52
Rear Heated Seats
53
Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
54
Folding Rear Seat
54
HEAD RESTRAINTS
55
Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats
56
Rear Head Restraints
57
Front Head Restraint Removal
58
STEERING WHEEL
58
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
58
Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column — If Equipped
59
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped
60
MIRRORS
61
Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped
61
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
62
Outside Mirrors
63
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
63
Outside Mirrors Approach Light — If Equipped
63
Power Mirrors
63
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
64
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped
64
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped
65
“Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor
65
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
65
Headlight Switch
65
Multifunction Lever
66
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped
66
High/Low Beam Switch
67
Automatic High Beam — If Equipped
67
To Activate
67
To Deactivate
68
Flash-To-Pass
68
Automatic Headlights
68
Parking Lights
68
Headlights On With Wipers
68
Headlight Time Delay
69
Lights-On Reminder
69
Fog Lights — If Equipped
69
Turn Signals
70
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped
70
INTERIOR LIGHTS
70
Courtesy Lights
71
Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped
71
Ambient Light — If Equipped
72
Dimmer Controls
73
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
74
Wiper Operation
74
Intermittent Wiper System
75
Windshield Washers
75
Mist Feature
75
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped
76
CLIMATE CONTROLS
77
Manual Climate Control Overview
77
Manual Climate Control Descriptions
79
Automatic Climate Control Overview
83
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
85
Climate Control Functions
88
A/C (Air Conditioning)
88
Recirculation
89
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped
89
Automatic Operation
89
Manual Operation Override
90
Operating Tips
90
Summer Operation
90
Winter Operation
90
Vacation/Storage
90
Window Fogging
91
Outside Air Intake
91
Cabin Air Filter
91
Operating Tips Chart
92
WINDOWS
92
Power Window Controls
92
Auto-Down Feature
93
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — If Equipped
93
Window Lockout Switch
94
Reset Auto-Up
94
Wind Buffeting
95
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
95
Opening Sunroof
96
Closing Sunroof
96
Wind Buffeting
97
Venting Sunroof — Express
97
Sunshade Operation
97
Pinch Protect Feature
97
Sunroof Maintenance
97
Ignition Off Operation
97
Relearn Procedure
98
HOOD
98
To Open The Hood
98
To Close The Hood
99
TRUNK
99
Opening
99
Opening From Inside The Vehicle
100
Opening From Outside The Vehicle
100
Closing
100
Trunk Safety
101
Cargo Area Features
101
Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped With 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat
101
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
102
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink
103
Programming A Rolling Code
103
Programming A Non-Rolling Code
105
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
106
Using HomeLink
107
Security
107
Troubleshooting Tips
107
General Information
108
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT
108
Storage
108
Glove Compartment
108
Console Features
109
Door Storage
110
Cupholders
111
Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped
112
Electrical Power Outlets
112
Sunglasses Bin Door
115
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
117
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
118
Instrument Cluster Descriptions
120
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
121
Location And Controls
122
Engine Oil Life Reset
124
Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) — If Equipped
125
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable Menu Items
125
Speedometer
125
Vehicle Info
125
Driver Assist — If Equipped
126
Fuel Economy
127
Trip Info
127
Audio
127
Messages
127
Screen Setup
128
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message — Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped
129
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
131
Red Warning Lights
131
— Air Bag Warning Light
131
— Brake Warning Light
131
— Battery Charge Warning Light
133
— Door Open Warning Light
133
— Electric Power Steering Fault Warning Light
133
— Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
133
— Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
134
— Oil Pressure Warning Light
134
— Oil Temperature Warning Light
134
— Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
134
— Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If Equipped
134
— Trunk Open Warning Light
135
— Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
135
Yellow Warning Lights
135
— Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)
135
— Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light — If Equipped
136
— Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Warning Light — If Equipped
136
— Low Washer Fluid Warning Light — If Equipped
137
— Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
137
— Low Fuel Warning Light
138
— Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Warning Light
138
— Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light — If Equipped
139
— Service AWD Warning Light — If Equipped
139
— LaneSense Warning Light — If Equipped
139
— Service LaneSense Warning Light — If Equipped
139
— Service Adaptive Cruise Control Warning Light — If Equipped
139
Yellow Indicator Lights
140
Forward Collision Warning Off Indicator Light — If Equipped
140
Green Indicator Lights
140
— ECO Mode Indicator Light
140
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Vehicle Light — If Equipped
140
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set Without Target Vehicle Light — If Equipped
140
— Cruise Control Set Indicator Light — If Equipped
140
— Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
140
— LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped
140
— Park/Headlight On Indicator Light
140
— Sport Mode Indicator Light
140
— Turn Signal Indicator Lights
141
White Indicator Lights
141
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Light — If Equipped
141
— Cruise Control Ready Indicator
141
— LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped
141
Blue Indicator Lights
141
— High Beam Indicator Light
141
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
141
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity
142
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
143
SAFETY
145
SAFETY FEATURES
146
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
146
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
147
Electronic Brake Control System (EBC)
147
Brake Assist System (BAS)
147
Brake System Warning Light
148
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
148
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
148
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
149
ESC Operating Modes
150
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light
152
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
153
Towing With HSA
154
Disabling And Enabling HSA
154
Rain Brake Support (RBS)
155
Ready Alert Braking (RAB)
155
Traction Control System (TCS)
155
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS
156
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped
156
Rear Cross Path (RCP)
161
Modes Of Operation
162
General Information
162
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation Operation
163
Turning FCW On Or Off
164
Changing FCW And Active Braking Status
165
FCW Limited Warning
165
Service FCW Warning
166
General Information
166
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
166
Premium System
168
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
168
Service Tire Pressure System Warning
169
TPMS Deactivation — If Equipped
171
General Information
171
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
172
Occupant Restraint Systems Features
172
Important Safety Precautions
172
Seat Belt Systems
173
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)
173
Lap/Shoulder Belts
175
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
177
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
179
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
179
Seat Belt Extender
180
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
181
Seat Belt Pretensioner
181
Energy Management Feature
181
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR)
182
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
183
Air Bag System Components
183
Air Bag Warning Light
184
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light
185
Front Air Bags
185
Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag Features
186
Front Air Bag Operation
187
Knee Impact Bolsters
188
Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
188
Supplemental Side Air Bags
188
Air Bag System Components
192
If A Deployment Occurs
193
Enhanced Accident Response System
194
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure
195
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
195
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
196
Child Restraints
196
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
198
Infant And Child Restraints
198
Older Children And Child Restraints
199
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
200
Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints
201
Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) Restraint System
202
LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
202
Locating The LATCH Anchorages
204
Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages
205
Center Seat LATCH
205
To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
206
How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR (ALR) Seat Belt:
206
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt
207
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
208
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):
209
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage:
211
Center Tether Attachment
212
Transporting Pets
213
SAFETY TIPS
213
Transporting Passengers
213
Exhaust Gas
213
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
214
Seat Belts
214
Air Bag Warning Light
214
Defroster
214
Floor Mat Safety Information
215
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
216
Tires
216
Lights
216
Door Latches
216
Fluid Leaks
216
STARTING AND OPERATING
217
STARTING THE ENGINE
220
Automatic Transmission
220
Normal Starting
221
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition
222
Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or −30°C)
223
If Engine Fails To Start
223
After Starting
223
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
223
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
224
PARKING BRAKE
225
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
227
Ignition Park Interlock
229
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
229
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission
229
Gear Ranges
232
Transmission Limp Home Mode
235
AutoStick
236
SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCE CONTROL
239
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L AND 6.4L ONLY — IF EQUIPPED
239
POWER STEERING
239
SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
241
To Activate
241
To Set A Desired Speed
242
To Vary The Speed Setting
242
To Accelerate For Passing
243
Using Speed Control On Hills
243
To Resume Speed
243
To Deactivate
243
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF EQUIPPED
244
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation
246
Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
246
To Activate/Deactivate
247
To Set A Desired ACC Speed
247
To Cancel
248
To Turn Off
248
To Resume
249
To Vary The Speed Setting
249
Setting The Following Distance In ACC
251
Overtake Aid
253
ACC Operation At Stop
254
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu
254
Display Warnings And Maintenance
255
“Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning
255
“Clean Front Windshield” Warning
256
Service ACC/FCW Warning
257
Precautions While Driving With ACC
257
Towing A Trailer
257
Offset Driving
258
Turns And Bends
258
Using ACC On Hills
259
Lane Changing
259
Narrow Vehicles
260
Stationary Objects And Vehicles
260
General Information
260
Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode
261
To Set A Desired Speed
261
To Vary The Speed Setting
261
To Cancel
263
To Resume Speed
263
To Turn Off
263
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
263
ParkSense Sensors
264
ParkSense Warning Display
264
ParkSense Display
264
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense
268
Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
268
Cleaning The ParkSense System
268
ParkSense System Usage Precautions
269
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED
270
LaneSense Operation
270
Turning LaneSense On Or Off
271
LaneSense Warning Message
271
Changing LaneSense Status
273
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA
274
REFUELING THE VEHICLE
276
Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
277
VEHICLE LOADING
278
Vehicle Certification Label
278
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
279
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
279
Overloading
279
Loading
280
TRAILER TOWING
280
Common Towing Definitions
280
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
280
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
280
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
281
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
281
Tongue Weight (TW)
281
Trailer Frontal Area
281
Trailer Sway Control
281
Weight-Carrying Hitch
281
Weight-Distributing Hitch
282
Trailer Hitch Classification
282
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
283
Trailer And Tongue Weight
284
Towing Requirements
284
Towing Requirements — Tires
286
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
286
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring
287
Towing Tips
288
Automatic Transmission
288
Speed Control — If Equipped
288
AutoStick
289
Cooling System
289
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
289
DRIVING TIPS
290
Driving On Slippery Surfaces
290
Acceleration
290
Traction
290
Driving Through Water
290
Flowing/Rising Water
291
Shallow Standing Water
291
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
293
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
295
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED
295
BULB REPLACEMENT
300
Replacement Bulbs
300
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
302
Front Low/High Beam Headlamp And Park/Turn Lamp — Models With Halogen Headlamps
302
Front Low/High Beam Headlamp And Park/Turn Lamp — Models With High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID)
303
Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp
303
Front Fog Lamp
303
Front Turn Signal Lamps
303
Backup Lamps
304
License Lamp
304
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
304
FUSES
305
General Information
305
Underhood Fuses
306
Rear Interior Fuses
310
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
316
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
316
Preparations For Jacking
318
Jacking And Changing A Tire
318
Road Tire Installation
322
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED
323
Tire Service Kit Storage
323
Tire Service Kit Components And Operation
324
Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses
324
Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
325
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
327
(A) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:
327
(B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:
327
(C) Injecting Tire Service Kit Sealant Into The Deflated Tire:
327
(D) Drive Vehicle:
329
(E) After Driving:
329
(F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement:
330
JUMP STARTING
331
Preparations For Jump Start
331
Jump Starting Procedure
333
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
334
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION
335
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
337
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
338
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
340
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models
340
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS)
341
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)
341
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
343
SCHEDULED SERVICING
345
3.6L And 5.7L Engines
345
Maintenance Plan — 3.6L And 5.7L
346
Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle
348
6.4L Engine
349
Maintenance Plan — 6.4L
350
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
353
3.6L Engine
353
5.7L Engine
354
6.4L Engine
355
Checking Oil Level — 3.6L And 5.7L Engine
356
Checking Oil Level — 6.4L Engine
356
Adding Washer Fluid
357
Maintenance-Free Battery
357
DEALER SERVICE
358
Engine Oil
359
Change Engine Oil — 3.6L And 5.7L Engine
359
Change Engine Oil — 6.4L Engine
359
Engine Oil Selection — 3.6L And 5.7L Engine
359
Engine Oil Selection — 6.4L Engine
359
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol
360
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.6L Engine
360
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 5.7L Engine
360
Engine Oil Viscosity — 6.4L Engine
361
Synthetic Engine Oils
361
Materials Added To Engine Oil
361
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
361
Engine Oil Filter
362
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
362
Air Conditioner Maintenance
362
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R-134a — If Equipped
363
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R–1234yf
363
A/C Air Filter
364
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
365
Body Lubrication
367
Windshield Wiper Blades
367
Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
368
Exhaust System
370
Cooling System
372
Coolant Checks
372
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
372
Selection Of Coolant
372
Adding Coolant
373
Cooling System Pressure Cap
374
Disposal Of Used Coolant
375
Coolant Level
375
Points To Remember
375
Brake System
376
Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
376
Automatic Transmission
378
Selection Of Lubricant
378
Special Additives
378
Fluid Level Check
378
Fluid And Filter Changes — Eight-Speed Transmission
379
All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped
379
Fluid Changes
379
Rear Axle
379
RAISING THE VEHICLE
380
TIRES
380
Tire Safety Information
380
Tire Markings
380
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
383
Tire Terminology And Definitions
384
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
385
Loading
386
Tires — General Information
388
Tire Pressure
388
Tire Inflation Pressures
390
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
390
Radial Ply Tires
391
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
391
Tire Spinning
392
Tread Wear Indicators
392
Life Of Tire
393
Replacement Tires
393
Tire Types
394
All Season Tires — If Equipped
394
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
395
Snow Tires
395
Spare Tires — If Equipped
396
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped
396
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
396
Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped
397
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
397
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
398
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
398
Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
399
Tire Rotation Recommendations
400
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
401
Treadwear
401
Traction Grades
401
Temperature Grades
402
VEHICLE STORAGE
402
BODYWORK
403
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
403
What Causes Corrosion?
403
Body And Underbody Maintenance
403
Cleaning Headlights
403
Preserving The Bodywork
404
Washing
404
Special Care
404
INTERIORS
405
Seats And Fabric Parts
405
Seat Belt Maintenance
405
Plastic And Coated Parts
405
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
406
Leather Parts
406
Glass Surfaces
406
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
407
IDENTIFICATION DATA
409
Vehicle Identification Number
409
BRAKE SYSTEM
409
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
410
Torque Specifications
410
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
411
3.6L Engine
411
5.7L Engine
412
6.4L Engine
412
Reformulated Gasoline
413
Materials Added To Fuel
413
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
413
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
414
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications
414
MMT In Gasoline
414
Fuel System Cautions
415
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
415
FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY)
416
E-85 General Information
416
Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
416
Fuel Requirements
416
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
417
Starting
417
Cruising Range
418
Replacement Parts
418
Maintenance
418
FLUID CAPACITIES
418
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
420
Engine
420
Chassis
422
MULTIMEDIA
423
UCONNECT SYSTEMS
425
DRAG & DROP MENU BAR
425
CYBERSECURITY
426
UCONNECT SETTINGS
427
Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect 4 Settings
429
Display
430
Units
431
Voice
432
Clock & Date
432
Safety/Assistance
433
Lights
437
Doors & Locks
439
Engine Off Options
440
Compass Settings — If Equipped
441
Audio
443
Phone/Bluetooth
445
SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
446
Restore Settings
447
Clear Personal Data
447
System Information
448
Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Settings
448
Language
449
Display
449
Units
451
Voice
452
Clock & Date
452
Camera
453
Safety & Driving Assistance
454
Mirrors & Wipers
459
Lights
459
Doors & Locks
460
Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
462
Engine Off Options
463
Audio
464
Phone/Bluetooth Settings
466
SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
467
Reset Settings
468
System Information
469
Performance Pages — If Equipped
469
Home
470
Timers
472
Gauges
474
G-Force
476
Engine
477
Dynamometer (Dyno)
478
Drive Modes — If Equipped
478
LAUNCH MODE
479
DRIVE MODE SET-UP
480
DEFAULT MODE
481
SPORT MODE
482
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED
488
Radio Operation
488
Media Mode
489
AUX/USB/MP3 CONTROL
489
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES
490
Regulatory And Safety Information
490
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS
492
Introducing Uconnect
492
Get Started
493
Basic Voice Commands
494
Radio
494
Media
496
Phone
497
Voice Text Reply
499
Climate
500
Navigation (4C NAV)
502
SiriusXM Guardian (4C/4C NAV)— If Equipped
503
Register (4C/4C NAV)
503
Vehicle Health Report/Alert (4C/4C NAV)
504
Mobile App (4C/4C NAV)
504
SiriusXM Travel Link (4C NAV)
505
Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped
506
Do Not Disturb
507
Android Auto — If Equipped
508
Apple CarPlay — If Equipped
509
General Information
511
Additional Information
511
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
512
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
513
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE
514
Prepare For The Appointment
514
Prepare A List
514
Be Reasonable With Requests
514
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
514
FCA US LLC Customer Center
515
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
515
In Mexico Contact
515
Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands
515
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
516
Service Contract
516
WARRANTY INFORMATION
517
MOPAR PARTS
517
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
517
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
517
In Canada
518
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS
518
INDEX
519

2018 Dodge Charger Overview

Introduction

The 2018 Dodge Charger stands as a bold and powerful contender in the realm of full-size sedans, seamlessly blending agility with muscle-car styling. With its aggressive stance and iconic split grille, the Charger commands attention on the road, making it a desirable choice for those who crave performance and presence. This model year showcases a perfect union of performance engineering, cutting-edge technology, and comfort, appealing to driving enthusiasts and families alike.

Powertrains

The 2018 Charger tantalizes with its diverse range of powertrains, starting with a robust 3.6-liter V6 engine producing 292 horsepower, perfect for day-to-day driving. For those seeking additional excitement, the Charger offers two thrilling V8 options: a 5.7-liter HEMI V8, delivering 370 horsepower, and the high-performance 6.4-liter HEMI V8 found in the Charger Scat Pack, which cranks out an exhilarating 485 horsepower. Finally, the Charger SRT Hellcat dominates with a supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V8, unleashing a staggering 707 horsepower, ensuring it's one of the most powerful sedans on the market.

Trims

The 2018 Charger is available in multiple trims, each tailored to enhance the driving experience. Starting with the base SE, the lineup includes the SXT, R/T, Scat Pack, and the ultimate SRT Hellcat. Each trim offers unique features and performance enhancements, allowing buyers to find their ideal balance of comfort, style, and power.

Features

This model year boasts an array of advanced features, including the Uconnect infotainment system, which allows for seamless connectivity with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Safety is paramount with options such as Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Monitoring, and adaptive cruise control. Additionally, premium audio systems and luxurious interior materials contribute to an exhilarating driving atmosphere.

Owner’s Manual

The 2018 Dodge Charger Owner's Manual serves as an essential guide for owners, detailing operational instructions, maintenance recommendations, and safety guidelines. It provides crucial information on how to maximize the performance and longevity of the vehicle, ensuring owners are well-equipped to care for their powerful sedan throughout its lifecycle.

User manual download

The Dodge Charger owner manual for the 2018 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2018 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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