Change Axle Fluid
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed
on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are
highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside
parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami-
nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated,
extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi-
tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and
underbody protection.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of
paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
The most common causes are:
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Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation.
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Stone and gravel impact.
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Insects, tree sap, and tar.
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Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
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Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
Washing
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Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-
hicle in the shade using MOPAR
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Car Wash or equiva-
lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels
completely with clear water.
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Summary of Contents for 2012 Challenger SRT8
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