Vehicle Segment:
Full-size sedan, reintroducing a historically significant nameplate.
Key Competitors:
Ford Five Hundred, Chevrolet Impala, Toyota Avalon, Buick Lucerne.
Design Philosophy:
Retro-inspired styling harkening back to the original Charger, rear-wheel-drive platform.
Performance Orientation:
Available HEMI V8 engines, emphasis on V8 power and sporty driving dynamics.
Engine Mechanical:
Detailed disassembly, inspection, assembly, and troubleshooting for all engine variants.
Engine Management:
Fuel injection, ignition system, emissions control, sensors, actuators, and ECU diagnostics.
Transmission Manual:
Service and repair procedures for manual transmissions (if applicable to specific trims).
Transmission Automatic:
Complete overhaul, diagnostics, fluid changes, and control system for automatic transmissions.
Drivetrain:
Front suspension, rear suspension, steering, axles, drive shafts, and differentials.
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, ABS, EBD, brake calipers, rotors, pads, lines, and parking brake.
Electrical System:
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, body control module (BCM), comfort systems.
HVAC:
Air conditioning, heating, ventilation, climate control module, refrigerant servicing.
Body And Chassis:
Frame, body panels, doors, hood, trunk, bumpers, glass, interior trim.
Interior Systems:
Seats, airbags, seatbelts, instrument panel, audio systems, power accessories.
Preventive Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, belt inspections, tire rotations.
Diagnostic Procedures:
Troubleshooting guides, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), symptom-based diagnosis.
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step instructions for component removal, installation, and adjustment.
Troubleshooting Guides:
System-specific troubleshooting flowcharts and common problem solutions.
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed electrical schematics for all vehicle systems.
Completeness:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic fluid changes to complete engine and transmission rebuilds.
Diagnostic Capability:
Advanced diagnostics with specific procedures for identifying and rectifying faults.
Rebuild Instructions:
Detailed instructions for overhauling major components like engines and transmissions.
Engine 2 6L V6 Sohc 24V:
2.6L V6 SOHC 24V (2.7L EER)
Engine 3 5L V6 Sohc 24V:
3.5L V6 SOHC 24V (High Output)
Engine 5 7L V8 OHV 16V Hemi:
5.7L V8 OHV 16V HEMI (with MDS - Multi-Displacement System)
Horsepower 2 7L:
190 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque 2 7L:
200 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Horsepower 3 5L:
250 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque 3 5L:
250 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Horsepower 5 7L:
340 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque 5 7L:
390 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI)
Recommended Fuel:
87 Octane (for 2.7L and 3.5L), 91 Octane Recommended for optimal performance (5.7L HEMI)
Transmission 2 7L:
4-Speed Automatic (42RLE)
Transmission 3 5L:
4-Speed Automatic (42RLE)
Transmission 5 7L:
5-Speed Automatic (W5A580 - Mercedes-Benz sourced)
Optional Transmission:
None offered from factory for these model years.
Transmission Fluid Type:
ATF+4 (for 42RLE), Mopar ATF+4 or equivalent (for W5A580)
Drive Layout:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
5 Stars
NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
5 Stars
IIHS Front Offset Bm:
Good
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System
Traction Control:
Available (Traction Control System - TCS)
Electronic Stability Control:
Available (Electronic Stability Program - ESP)
Airbags:
Frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags (standard), available curtain airbags.
Seatbelts:
Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 6 months (using synthetic oil, consult manual for specifics)
Engine Air Filter:
Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed.
Cabin Air Filter:
Replace every 15,000-30,000 miles, depending on conditions.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Inspect every 30,000 miles, replace at 60,000-100,000 miles (consult manual for specific transmission).
Engine Oil Specification:
SAE 5W-20 Synthetic (for 2.7L & 3.5L), SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 (for 5.7L HEMI, consult manual).
Coolant Type:
Mopar OAT (Orange) Antifreeze/Coolant
Hemi Lifter Tick:
Some 5.7L HEMI engines may experience lifter noise, often related to oil viscosity or lifter design.
Transmission Hard Shifts:
Occasional reports of hard shifting in the 42RLE automatic transmission.
Electrical Gremlins:
Reports of minor electrical issues, particularly with body control modules or sensors.
Dodge Legacy:
Dodge has a long history of performance-oriented vehicles, dating back to the muscle car era.
Charger Resurrection:
The 2005 Charger marked the revival of the iconic Charger nameplate after a hiatus since 1987, built on a modern rear-drive platform.
Lx Platform:
Shared the LX platform with the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Magnum, offering a robust and tunable chassis.
Manufacturing Plant:
Brampton Assembly Plant, Ontario, Canada
