Manual transmission — if equipped, Fluid level check, Change transmission fluid – Dodge 2014 Challenger_SRT - Owner Manual User Manual

Page 447: Automatic transmission — if equipped, Selection of lubricant

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Manual Transmission — If Equipped

Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the left

side of the transmission. The fluid level should be 1/4

inch (6.4mm) below the bottom of the fill hole. Add fluid,

if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Refer to “Flu-

ids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your

Vehicle” for further information.
Change Transmission Fluid
If contaminated with water, change the fluid immedi-

ately. See your authorized dealer for service.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper

maintenance intervals.

Automatic Transmission — If Equipped

Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to

ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use

only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid.

Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this

section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain

the transmission fluid at the correct level using the

recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used

in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should

be used.

CAUTION!

Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter

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