2012 Dodge Challenger Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 379

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. However, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. hood latching components to ensure proper function. When performing other underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a sealers, stop leak products, seal conditioners, compressor year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR௡ oil, and refrigerants. Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent, directly into the Body Lubrication lock cylinder. Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, Windshield Wiper Blades tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a MOPAR௡ Spray White Lube or equivalent, to assure mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulaquiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and tions of salt or road film. wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt removed. Particular attention should also be given to from a dry windshield. 7