2009 Dodge Charger - Maintenance & Specs
The 2009 Dodge Charger belongs to a Dodge Charger lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 11 model years, from 2006 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 5.7L V8, 5.7L, 6.1L. It is configured as 4-wheel or all-wheel drive with an automatic 5-spd. The 2009 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2006) and later (2026) Charger model years also documented.
It takes 5W-20 full synthetic oil, 7.0 qt with a new filter. Fluid specs on file include HOAT coolant, DOT 4 brake fluid, ATF+4 transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 13 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 20 ft-lb, lug nut 100 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
There are 6 safety recalls on record; one covers: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 20,283 MY 2006-2009 CHARGER AND MAGNUM VEHICLES BUILT WITH THE POLICE PACKAGE AND EQUIPPED WITH A COLUMN SHIFTER. THE GEARSHIFT.... Its overall reliability signal is rated "Excellent" based on aggregated complaint and crash data.
EPA fuel economy is rated at 16 city / 23 highway MPG, 18 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,450.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 7.0 qt |
| Oil filter | Mopar 68191349AC |
| EPA combined | 18 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/40R18 |
| Coolant | HOAT |
| Open recalls on record | 6 |
| Technical service bulletins | 8 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.