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The 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 is a powerful coupe designed for the North American market, featuring a 6.1-liter V8 engine with 6100 cc displacement. This rear-wheel-drive vehicle, assembled in Brampton, Canada, offers advanced multistage front and side airbags for enhanced safety. With its striking pillared hardtop body style and a robust SRT HEMI engine, it's built for both performance and style.

Decoded VIN:

Destination Market

U.S., Canada, Mexico

Make

DODGE

Manufacturer Name

FCA CANADA INC.

Model

Challenger

Model Year

2008

Plant City

BRAMPTON

Series

Trim

SRT8

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

CANADA

Plant Company Name

Brampton Assembly

Plant State

ONTARIO

Trim2

X (Special)

Note

Body Style is Pillared Hardtop

Body Class

Coupe

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Steering Location

Left-Hand Drive (LHD)

Drive Type

RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

6100.0

Displacement (CI)

372.24483897786

Displacement (L)

6.1

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Engine Configuration

V-Shaped

Other Engine Info

Engine Info: SRT HEMI Sales Code: ESF

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Restraint system advanced multistage front air bags sales code (CG3) with side air bags sales code (CGS)

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Most common problems:

Oil consumption

V8 engines, particularly in high-performance models like the SRT HEMI, can have higher oil consumption due to their powerful performance and engine design.

Valve train noise

V-Shaped engines, especially those with higher mileage, can develop valve train noise, which may indicate wear and tear in components such as lifters, pushrods, or rocker arms.

Cooling system issues

The high-performance nature of the SRT HEMI engine can lead to overheating problems if the cooling system is not properly maintained or if components such as the radiator, water pump, or thermostat fail.

Fuel injector problems

V8 engines can experience issues with fuel injectors, including clogging or failure, which can lead to poor engine performance and reduced fuel efficiency.

Timing chain wear

Over time, the timing chain in a V8 engine can wear out or stretch, leading to poor engine timing and potential engine damage if not addressed.

Exhaust manifold leaks

The high temperatures and pressures in a V8 engine can cause exhaust manifold gaskets to fail or manifolds to crack, leading to exhaust leaks and reduced engine performance.

Ignition coil failure

V8 engines like the SRT HEMI can experience ignition coil failure, which can cause misfires, reduced power, and poor fuel economy.

Engine mount wear

The powerful V8 engine can cause excessive wear on engine mounts, leading to increased vibrations and noise during operation.

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