Dodge Charger: FUEL REQUIREMENTS / 3.6L Engine and 5.7L Engine

Dodge Charger 2011-2025 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 2011-2025 Owner's Manual: Accessory Drive Belt Inspection

WARNING! Do not attempt to inspect an accessory drive belt with vehicle running. When working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time regardless of ignition mode...

Dodge Charger 2011-2025 Owner's Manual: Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol (E-15). Use of gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: Operate in a lean mode...