🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Dodge Model: Charger Model Year: 2007 Codes Chassis Code: LX Platform 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Full-size sedan, often positioned as a performance-oriented or comfortable cruiser. Competitive Analysis Competitors 2007: Ford Crown Victoria, Chevrolet Impala, Toyota Avalon, Buick Lucerne, Hyundai Azera. Key Features Design Philosophy: Retro-inspired styling, muscular proportions, spacious interior, rear-wheel-drive platform offering performance variants. Performance Variants: Availability of powerful HEMI V8 engines (5.7L and 6.1L SRT) distinguished the Charger in its segment. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: North America Page Count Estimated Pages: Varies based on specific engine and trim; typically over 2000 pages for complete factory manuals. Manual Type Type: Service and Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Systems: Engine mechanical (3.5L V6, 5.7L HEMI V8, 6.1L SRT HEMI V8), fuel system, ignition system, cooling system, lubrication system, exhaust system, engine diagnostics, powertrain control modules (PCM). Transmission Systems: Automatic transmissions (W5A580, NAG1 for 5.7L/6.1L; 42RLE for 3.5L), transmission control modules (TCM), torque converters, fluid specifications, diagnostic procedures. Drivetrain Systems: Rear-wheel drive (RWD) chassis, differential, axles, driveshafts, wheel bearings. Suspension Steering Brakes: Front independent suspension (short and long arm), rear multi-link suspension, steering system (rack and pinion), power steering system, brake system (front and rear disc brakes, ABS, ESP/TCS), parking brake. Electrical Systems: Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting system, interior and exterior lighting, power accessories, body control modules (BCM), fuse box diagrams, wiring schematics, multiplexing communication. Body Interior Exterior: Body panels, doors, hood, trunk, interior trim, seats, airbags, HVAC system, body repair procedures, exterior trim, glass replacement. Procedures Included Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, tire rotation and pressure, brake pad inspection, belt inspection, spark plug replacement, battery maintenance. Diagnostics: On-board diagnostics (OBD-II), diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), fault tracing, component testing, sensor diagnostics, control module testing. Repair Rebuild: Engine overhaul, transmission overhaul, brake caliper replacement, suspension component replacement, steering rack repair, electrical component diagnosis and replacement, body panel repair. Wiring Schematics: Comprehensive electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems, including power distribution, lighting, sensors, actuators, and control modules. Technical Depth Depth: Factory-level detailed procedures, specifications, torque values, special tool requirements, troubleshooting guides, and diagnostic steps. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF (Portable Document Format) Print Quality Printability: All pages are printable, allowing for selective printing of specific sections or diagrams. Zoom Functionality: Yes, allows for zooming in on images, diagrams, and schematics for clarity. Binding Type Binding: Digital (Not applicable as it's a downloadable file) Paper Type Paper Quality: Digital (Not applicable as it's a downloadable file) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine 3.5L: 3.5L SOHC V6, 250 hp @ 6400 rpm, 250 lb-ft torque @ 3800 rpm. Engine 5.7L Hemi: 5.7L HEMI OHV V8 with Multi-Displacement System (MDS), 340 hp @ 5000 rpm, 390 lb-ft torque @ 4000 rpm. Engine 6.1L Srt Hemi: 6.1L HEMI OHV V8 (SRT8 model), 425 hp @ 6000 rpm, 418 lb-ft torque @ 4800 rpm. Performance Fuel Delivery: Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI). Fuel System Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline. Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.7 gallons (71 liters). 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission 3.5L: 4-speed automatic (42RLE). Optional Transmission 5.7L 6.1L: 5-speed automatic (W5A580/NAG1). Features Transmission Fluid: Consult manual for specific fluid type (e.g., ATF+4 for 42RLE, specific Mercedes-Benz fluid for W5A580). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: 120.0 inches (3048 mm). Length: 199.2 inches (5057 mm). Width: 74.1 inches (1882 mm). Height: 58.4 inches (1483 mm). Weights Curb Weight Range: Approximately 3,800 - 4,100 lbs (1724 - 1860 kg), varying by engine and options. Cargo Trunk Capacity: 16.2 cubic feet (0.459 m³). 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Crash: 5-star rating for driver and passenger in frontal impact (2007 models). IIHS Side Impact: Good rating in side impact tests (2007 models). Active Features Traction Control: Standard or optional Traction Control System (TCS). Electronic Stability: Standard or optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) / Electronic Stability Control (ESC). Passive Features Airbags: Standard front airbags, optional front side airbags and side-curtain airbags. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio Options: Available Boston Acoustics premium audio system, Sirius Satellite Radio. Driver Assistance Parking Assistance: Optional rear park assist system. Connectivity Connectivity Features: Uconnect hands-free communication system (optional). 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 3,000 - 7,500 miles (4,800 - 12,000 km) or 6-12 months, depending on oil type and driving conditions (consult manual for specific recommendations). Transmission Fluid Change: Recommended every 30,000 - 100,000 miles (48,000 - 160,000 km) depending on transmission type and severity of service. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Consult manual for specific viscosity grade (e.g., SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30) and API service classification. Coolant Type: Consult manual for specific type (e.g., Mopar OAT - Organic Additive Technology, HOAT - Hybrid Organic Additive Technology). Known Issues Common Problems 3.5L: Potential for intake manifold leaks, oil...
Front independent suspension (short and long arm), rear multi-link suspension, steering system (rack and pinion), power steering system, brake system (front and rear disc brakes, ABS, ESP/TCS), parking brake.
Electrical Systems:
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting system, interior and exterior lighting, power accessories, body control modules (BCM), fuse box diagrams, wiring schematics, multiplexing communication.
Body Interior Exterior:
Body panels, doors, hood, trunk, interior trim, seats, airbags, HVAC system, body repair procedures, exterior trim, glass replacement.
Procedures Included
Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, tire rotation and pressure, brake pad inspection, belt inspection, spark plug replacement, battery maintenance.
Consult manual for specific fluid type (e.g., ATF+4 for 42RLE, specific Mercedes-Benz fluid for W5A580).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase:
120.0 inches (3048 mm).
Length:
199.2 inches (5057 mm).
Width:
74.1 inches (1882 mm).
Height:
58.4 inches (1483 mm).
Weights
Curb Weight Range:
Approximately 3,800 - 4,100 lbs (1724 - 1860 kg), varying by engine and options.
Cargo
Trunk Capacity:
16.2 cubic feet (0.459 m³).
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Front Crash:
5-star rating for driver and passenger in frontal impact (2007 models).
IIHS Side Impact:
Good rating in side impact tests (2007 models).
Active Features
Traction Control:
Standard or optional Traction Control System (TCS).
Electronic Stability:
Standard or optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) / Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
Passive Features
Airbags:
Standard front airbags, optional front side airbags and side-curtain airbags.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio Options:
Available Boston Acoustics premium audio system, Sirius Satellite Radio.
Driver Assistance
Parking Assistance:
Optional rear park assist system.
Connectivity
Connectivity Features:
Uconnect hands-free communication system (optional).
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 3,000 - 7,500 miles (4,800 - 12,000 km) or 6-12 months, depending on oil type and driving conditions (consult manual for specific recommendations).
Transmission Fluid Change:
Recommended every 30,000 - 100,000 miles (48,000 - 160,000 km) depending on transmission type and severity of service.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
Consult manual for specific viscosity grade (e.g., SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30) and API service classification.
Coolant Type:
Consult manual for specific type (e.g., Mopar OAT - Organic Additive Technology, HOAT - Hybrid Organic Additive Technology).
Known Issues
Common Problems 3.5L:
Potential for intake manifold leaks, oil filter housing leaks.
Common Problems 5.7L Hemi:
Water pump leaks, exhaust manifold cracks (especially on early models), issues with MDS system components.
Transmission Issues:
Potential for transmission shudder or shifting problems, particularly with the W5A580/NAG1 transmission.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Dodge Legacy:
Dodge has a long history of performance and muscle cars, with the Charger nameplate having significant historical importance in American automotive culture.
Model Evolution
Charger Lx Platform:
The 2007 Charger is part of the LX platform, a rear-wheel-drive platform developed by DaimlerChrysler (later Chrysler Group LLC), shared with vehicles like the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Magnum.
Production
Assembly Location:
Brampton Assembly, Ontario, Canada.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Design Awards:
The Charger's design often received praise for its bold styling and retro cues, contributing to its strong market presence.
Ratings
Consumers Reports:
Consumer Reports ratings for the 2007 Charger varied by engine and year, with some praise for performance and handling but occasional concerns about reliability.
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