Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering - Awd Models Only; Power Steering Fluid Check - Dodge Charger Police 2020 Owner's Manual Supplement

24 STARTING AND OPERATING
ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING —
AWD MODELS ONLY
Your vehicle is equipped with an
electro-hydraulic power steering system that
will give you good vehicle response and
increased ease of maneuverability in tight
spaces. The system will vary its assist to provide
light efforts while parking and good feel while
driving. If the electro-hydraulic power steering
system experiences a fault that prevents it from
providing power steering assist, then the
system will provide mechanical steering capa-
bility.
CAUTION!
Extreme steering maneuvers may cause the
electrically driven pump to reduce or stop
power steering assistance in order to prevent
damage to the system. Normal operation will
resume once the system is allowed to cool.
If the "SERVICE POWER STEERING"
message and a flashing icon are
displayed on the instrument cluster
screen, it indicates that the vehicle
needs to be taken to the dealer for service. It is
likely the vehicle has lost power steering assis-
tance. Refer to "Instrument Cluster Display" in
"Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel" for
further information.
If the "POWER STEERING HOT" message and an
icon are displayed on the instrument cluster
screen, it indicates that extreme steering
maneuvers may have occurred, which caused
an over temperature condition in the power
steering system. You will lose power steering
assistance momentarily until the over tempera-
ture condition no longer exists. Once driving
conditions are safe, then pull over and let
vehicle idle for a few moments until the light
turns off. Refer to "Instrument Cluster Display"
in "Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel" for
further information.
NOTE:
Even if power steering assistance is no longer

operational, it is still possible to steer the
vehicle. Under these conditions there will be
a substantial increase in steering effort,
especially at very low vehicle speeds and
during parking maneuvers.
If the condition persists, see an authorized

dealer for service.

Power Steering Fluid Check

Checking the power steering fluid level at a
defined service interval is not required. The fluid
should be checked at every oil change or if a
leak is suspected, abnormal noises are
apparent, and/or the system is not functioning
as anticipated. Coordinate inspection efforts
through an authorized dealer.
WARNING!
Fluid level should be checked on a level
surface and with the engine off to prevent
injury from moving parts and to ensure
accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill.
Use only manufacturer's recommended
power steering fluid.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your power
steering system as the chemicals can
damage your power steering components.
Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.