2013 Dodge Dart Owner Manual - Page 548

546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper maintenance intervals. Also, if the fluid becomes contaminated (with water, etc.) or the transmission is repaired, the fluid should be changed. Manual Transmission - If Equipped Frequency Of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubricant has become contaminated with water. NOTE: If contaminated with water, the fluid should be Lubricant Selection changed immediately. Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further information. Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Fluid Level Check Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geoCheck the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on point not more than 3/16 in (4.7 mm) below the bottom trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly of the hole. corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants, Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme