Every now and then, we like some spice in our lives. That's when we reach for our Ellwood City Dodge Charger. Whether it's the refined Charger SXT or the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat with its 707-horsepower supercharged 6.2-liter Hemi engine, but we do it with the knowledge they all need proper maintenance and care. To that end, your Ellwood City CDJR Service mechanic can be your new best friend. (Take him a coffee and a donut-he will appreciate it!) His advice, combined with instructions from your Dodge Charger Owner's Manual will give you the latest up-to-date information on how care and feed your new Charger. Just call your service advisors at Ellwood City for an appointment.

 
Align Yourself: Blipping the throttle isn't the only way you can wear out your Dodge Charger tires before their time. With a Hemi under the hood, it's just too easy! (But think of the smoke and fun!) Having a car that is out of alignment is another way to accelerate your tire wear. And have you seen the price of tires lately?!!! The bottom line is if your Charger is improperly aligned, you will see irregular tire wear, and the constant need to fight the steering wheel from drifting left or right. Your Ellwood City mechanic can perform an alignment repair on your Charger with an eye towards the best service costs possible.  Napleton Pro Tip: Always rotate and balance your tires before heading for the alignment rack. That way you should see equal wear at all four corners of your car.



Filters, Oil and More: Although your Ellwood City Dodge Charger (as well as Dodge Challenger) was engineered to offer years of power and performance using conventional oil, your Ellwood City mechanic knows it will work best with MOPAR-approved high-grade synthetic oil. Regardless of which type you select, you can be assured that the Ellwood City Parts and Service Department will have what your Charger needs. Your Dodge Charger is equipped with an Oil Change Indicator System that alerts you when it's time to dispose of the old and refill with new oil and a filter. Depending on how aggressive your driving habits are, the system can recommend a change interval in as soon as 3,500 miles or as long as 7,500. But whatever you do, don't let it extend out for more than a 12 month period. Owners of the specialized Dodge Charger Hellcat 6.2-liter Hemi engine should consult their Dodge mechanics and their Charger Owner's Manual for recommended service intervals.
 
Gearing up: Although modern automatic and manual gearboxes are typically sealed units requiring very little maintenance, they occasionally need to have the transmission fluid "refreshed," or changed. Hard Charging drivers who put on many high speed miles would be wise to change their transmission fluids every 90,000miles. Those Ellwood City Dodge Chargers equipped with a manual transmission, should do the deed every 50,000 miles. Why, you ask? You know why! Because every stoplight is a dragstrip "christmas tree" and the guy in the lane next to you is your competitor (never mind that he's a senior citizen driving a large family-sized sedan). Following such a service schedule will have your Charger offering you years of reliability and driving enjoyment. For more information check your Dodge Charger Owner's Manual and your Ellwood City Dodge service mechanic.

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Napleton's Ellwood Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

1000 Lawrence Ave
Directions Ellwood City, PA 16117-1852

  • Sales: 8552649170
  • Service: 8552651752
  • Parts: 8004641332

Sales Hours

  • Monday 09:00AM - 08:00PM
  • Tuesday 09:00AM - 08:00PM
  • Wednesday 09:00AM - 08:00PM
  • Thursday 09:00AM - 08:00PM
  • Friday 09:00AM - 06:00PM
  • Saturday 09:00AM - 04:00PM
  • Sunday Closed
Brake Pads, Etc.: Brake pads and rotors are part of the precision braking system on every Dodge Charger. They work together to provide safe stopping power on your Ellwood City Dodge Charger. Whether it's the standard brake kit or the Brembo high-performance kit, your Ellwood City Dodge Charger will come to a safe and complete halt, but as strong as they may be, they are not maintenance free. Depending on how aggressive your driving style may be, they could wear out sooner than you expect. Of course, your mileage may vary. Your Dodge mechanic at Ellwood City CDJR recommends a brake inspection every time you are in for an oil change.



Spark Plugs and Batteries: The spark plugs on your new Dodge Charger will typically last 100,000 miles or longer but if they should call it a day any time before that, stop by your Ellwood City CDJR service department so your Dodge mechanic can replace them with a fresh set of MOPAR-approved replacement plugs. Batteries will last, depending on your climate, for approximately three years, but of course your mileage and time will vary. Heat and humidity may cut short the normal lifespan of your battery. Conversely, extremely cold air will reduce its starting power on a frigid morning. Regardless of which malady you encounter, rest assured your Ellwood City service and parts department will stock exactly the parts you need to make your Charger run like new. So get a jumpstart from your neighbor and get on in here!


Windshield Wipers: The wiper blades on your new Ellwood City Dodge Charger are like a pair of socks. Maybe you'll wear them every day. Or perhaps a couple of times a week. Heck, you might not wear them at all, but if you decide not to wear them at all and the day turns sticky and humid, it becomes really annoying. You know what we mean! Same thing with wipers. You may not turn them on for a couple of weeks but the next time you do, and they are not up to snuff, again, you will be annoyed. Heat, humidity, dryness, UV rays, brittle cold and even snow can shorten their life. That's why we recommend replacing them every six months. The Ellwood City CDJR Parts Department stocks MOPAR-approved replacement wipers as good as the originals. Stop by for yours today.

Fluid Dynamics: Fluids are coursing throughout the tubes, pipes and lines within your Ellwood City Dodge Charger. Monthly checks of their levels guarantee you are appropriately lubed before heading out on a long trip or a short city run. Monthly checks of the transmission fluid, brake fluid, coolant, oil, wiper fluid and tires will make sure your Ellwood City Dodge Charger is ready for your next adventure. Your Ellwood City CDJR mechanic is prepared to help you avoid costly repair services. The service department will be happy to top off all fluids when necessary, even between oil changes. Call your Ellwood City Service Advisor for more information today.

Air Filtration: Whether powered by the mighty supercharged 6.2-liter, 707 horsepower Hemi engine or its equally sophisticated 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 brother, all of your Dodge Charger engines need to breathe freely. MOPAR-approved air filters are readily available at the Ellwood City Chrysler Jeep Dodge and Ram parts department to provide fresh, clean air to your engine. Your Dodge Charger Owner's Manual recommends a new filter every 30,000 miles or sooner, if you live in a particularly dusty region. Your Charger will be internally grateful. Yes, we said that.

Finally: It's a good read! That's the Ellwood City Dodge Charger Owner's Manual! Sure, it's thick, but it's loaded with detailed information on the safe and thorough operation of your new Dodge Vehicle. Additionally, our Ellwood City service department mechanics are eager to offer professional service to keep your new Dodge Charger running and feeling like new. Call or visit us for more information today. Need to find us? Google "Mechanics near Me," and there we are!