2012 Dodge Challenger Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 392

390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transmission - If Equipped Selection Of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perforCAUTION! mance. Use only manufacturer's recommended transmission fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as Parts" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further informa- the chemicals can damage your transmission compotion. It is important that the transmission fluid be main- nents. Such damage is not covered by the New tained at the prescribed level using the recommended Vehicle Limited Warranty. fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission; only the approved lubricant may be used. Fluid Level Check Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not Special Additives required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted. Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supple- If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction, have mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level. tives to the transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals.