Segment:
Full-size sedan, notable for its rear-wheel-drive platform and muscle car heritage revival.
Competitors 2006:
Ford Crown Victoria, Chevrolet Impala, Buick Lucerne, Toyota Avalon.
Design:
Retro-inspired styling evoking the classic 1960s Charger, spacious interior, rear-wheel-drive.
Performance Options:
Available with powerful V6 and V8 HEMI engines, offering significant performance for its class.
Utility:
Essential resource for owners and technicians seeking to maintain, diagnose, and repair the 2006 Dodge Charger LX.
Engine:
Diagnosis, repair, overhaul, specifications for 2.7L V6 (EER), 3.5L V6 (GDF), and 5.7L HEMI V8 (EZZ).
Transmission:
Service and repair for W5A580 (5-speed automatic) and NAG1 transmissions.
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive (RWD) system, including differential, axles, and driveshafts.
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension components, alignment, shock absorbers, springs, bushings.
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, ABS, traction control, rotor and pad replacement, bleeding procedures.
Steering:
Power steering system, steering column, tie rods, alignment.
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, charging system, starting system, lighting, instrument cluster, body control modules.
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system diagnosis and repair.
Body:
Body panel removal and installation, doors, windows, interior trim, bumpers.
Restraints:
Airbag system diagnosis and service, seatbelt mechanisms.
Diagnostic Troubleshooting:
Extensive troubleshooting guides and flowcharts for various systems.
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance procedures, fluid changes, filter replacements, spark plug replacement.
Repair:
Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for all major components and systems.
Overhaul:
Engine and transmission overhaul procedures with torque specifications and tolerances.
Diagnostics:
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) interpretation and systematic diagnostic procedures.
Specifications:
All essential technical specifications, torque values, clearances, and fluid capacities.
Wiring Diagrams:
Comprehensive and detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle circuits.
Special Tools:
Identification and usage of special tools required for specific repair procedures.
Depth:
Expert-level technical information suitable for professional mechanics and advanced DIY enthusiasts.
Comprehensiveness:
Covers from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds.
Engine Options:
2.7L V6 (EER), 3.5L V6 (GDF), 5.7L V8 HEMI (EZZ)
2.7L V6 Hp:
190 hp @ 5000 rpm
2.7L V6 Torque:
260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
3.5L V6 Hp:
250 hp @ 6400 rpm
3.5L V6 Torque:
250 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm
5.7L Hemi V8 Hp:
340 hp @ 5000 rpm
5.7L Hemi V8 Torque:
390 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Valvetrain:
SOHC (2.7L, 3.5L V6), OHV, 16 valves (5.7L HEMI V8 with HEMI architecture)
Injection:
Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection (SEFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Mds:
Multi-Displacement System (5.7L HEMI V8 only)
NHTSA Frontal Driver 2006:
5-Star
NHTSA Frontal Passenger 2006:
5-Star
IIHS Moderate Overlap Front:
Good
Traction Control:
Standard on most trims, available on others
Electronic Stability Control:
Available
Airbags:
Frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, available full-length side curtain airbags
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 6 months (under normal driving conditions, consult manual for severe conditions).
Air Filter Replacement:
Check every 15,000 miles, replace as needed or at 30,000 miles.
Spark Plug Replacement V6:
100,000 miles (typically)
Spark Plug Replacement Hemi:
100,000 miles (typically, use specific Mopar plugs)
Transmission Fluid Service:
Refer to manual, typically around 60,000-100,000 miles, depending on usage.
Engine Oil Viscosity:
SAE 5W-20 (recommended for 2.7L and 3.5L V6), SAE 5W-30 (recommended for 5.7L HEMI V8)
Engine Oil Capacity 2.7L:
4.7 US quarts (4.4 liters)
Engine Oil Capacity 3.5L:
5.0 US quarts (4.7 liters)
Engine Oil Capacity 5.7L:
7.0 US quarts (6.6 liters)
Coolant:
Mopar OAT (Organic Additive Technology) 5/150 Formula or equivalent (HOAT recommended)
Common Complaints Hemi:
Exhaust manifold leaks, lifter tick (related to MDS or oil pressure).
Common Complaints Transmission:
W5A580 solenoid pack issues, shifting problems.
Common Complaints Suspension:
Front suspension clunks (ball joints, control arm bushings).
Common Complaints Electrical:
Window regulator failures, interior electrical gremlins.
Marque Identity:
Dodge has a long history of performance-oriented vehicles and distinctive styling.
New Generation Launch:
The 2006 Charger marked the revival of the Charger nameplate after a hiatus, based on the rear-drive LX platform.
Lx Platform:
Shared with Chrysler 300 and Dodge Magnum, providing a robust rear-wheel-drive architecture.
Assembly Location:
Brampton Assembly Plant, Ontario, Canada