Dodge Charger: JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING / Preparations For Jacking

Dodge Charger 2011-2025 Owner's Manual / IN CASE OF EMERGENCY / JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING / Preparations For Jacking

Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery areas.
WARNING!

Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
Apply the parking brake.
Place the gear selector into PARK (P).
Turn off the ignition.
Block both the front and rear of the wheels diagonally opposite of the jacking position using the provided wheel chocks. For example, if changing the driver’s front wheel, chock the passenger’s rear wheel. Place both chocks under the tires.

Dodge Charger. Preparations For Jacking

NOTE:

Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being lifted or raised.

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING

WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel...

Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage

The jack and spare tire are both stowed under an access cover in the trunk. Follow these steps to access the jack and spare tire. NOTE: The spare tire must be removed in order to access the jack...

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