warning lights DODGE CHALLENGER 2009 3.G Owners Manual

NOTE:The front airbags are certified to the Federal
regulations that allow less forceful deployment.
The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This
allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that
are based on collision severity.
WARNING!
•Do not put anything on or around the front airbag
covers or attempt to open them. You may damage the
airbags and you could be injured because the airbags
are no longer functional. These protective covers for
the airbag cushions are designed to open only when
the airbags are inflating.
•Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in
any way.
•Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster
such as alarm lights, stereos, citizens band radios etc.
This vehicle is also equipped with supplemental side
curtain airbags (located above the side windows) to
protect the driver and passenger sitting next to a window.
Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG.
NOTE:Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior
trim, but they will open to allow airbag deployment.
Side Window Airbag
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throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation
continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on
your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in-
structions for cleaning.
•It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the
airbags have been deployed. If you are involved in
another collision, the airbags will not be in place to
protect you.
WARNING!
Deployed airbags cannot protect you in another col-
lision. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact that causes airbag deployment,
with the vehicle stopped, the vehicle communication
network intact, and the power intact, the Enhanced
Accident Response System performs the following func-
tions:
•Cuts off fuel to the engine.
•Flashes hazard lights.
•Turns on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power or until the ignition key is
removed.
•Unlocks the doors automatically.
NOTE:The interior lights can only be deactivated if the
key is removed from the ignition switch or the vehicle is
driven.
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regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle
every second to a maximum of approximately 23 seconds
between cycles.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to an accident. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with the defroster before and during
windshield washer use.
Mist Feature
Push the multifunction lever inward (toward the steering
column) to the first detent to activate a single wipe cycle
to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. The
wipers will continue to operate until you release the
multifunction lever.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, push the multifunction lever inward
(toward the steering column) to the second detent and
hold it for as long as washer spray is desired.
If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper
control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate for
two wipe cycles after releasing the multifunction lever
and then resume the intermittent interval previously
selected.
If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is
turned off, the wipers will operate for three wipe cycles
and then turn off.
Headlights On With Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on
if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO (A)
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14. Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The
light should turn on momentarily when the engine
is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A
chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns
on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
15. High Beam Indicator
This indicator will turn on when the high beam
headlights are on. Push the multifunction lever
away from the steering wheel to switch the headlights to
high beam.16. Seat Belt Reminder Light
This light will turn on for five to eight seconds as
a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. A chime will sound if the driver’s seat
belt is unbuckled during the bulb check. The Seat Belt
Warning Light will flash or remain on continuously if the
driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled after the bulb check
or when driving.
17. Shift Lever Indicator — Automatic Transmission
Only
The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the
instrument cluster. It displays the gear position of the
automatic transmission.
18. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog
lights are on.
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CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes, and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
WARNING!
•Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have an
accident.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing, you should allow for ad-
ditional space between your vehicle and the ve-
hicle in front of you. Failure to do so could result
in an accident.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights and Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven-
pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer har-
ness and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
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Interior Care
Use MOPARFabric Cleaner or equivalent to clean fabric
upholstery and MOPARCarpet Cleaner for carpeting.
Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, or MOPARSatin Select. Do not use harsh cleaners
or Armor All. Use MOPARTotal Clean to clean vinyl
upholstery.
MOPARTotal Clean is specifically recommended for
leather upholstery.
Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
and MOPARTotal Clean or equivalent. Care should be
taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any
liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids,
solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to cleanyour leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi-
tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
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Parking............................. 274
Warning Light.....................163,277
Brakes.............................277,389
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 257
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 66
Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 124
Bulb Replacement.....................408,409
Bulbs,Light .......................... 69,408
Calibration, Compass..................... 176
Capacities, Fluid........................ 414
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 321
Oil (Engine).......................... 374
Power Steering........................ 273
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 387
Car Washes............................ 395
Carbon Monoxide Warning............... 67,320
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 323Cellular Phone.......................... 78
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 413
Certification Label....................... 323
Chains, Tire............................ 304
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 345
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 290
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 369
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 67
Checks, Safety........................... 67
Child Restraint.................. 57,58,59,62,63
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 60,62
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 317
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 397
Windshield Wiper Blades................ 380
Climate Control......................... 230
Clock ........................183,194,198,207
Cold Weather Operation................... 248
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Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 376
Air Conditioning...................... 236
Engine Oil........................375,415
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 375
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 338
Turn Signal...................... 69,122,158
Flash-To-Pass........................... 123
Flat Tire Changing....................... 345
Flooded Engine Starting................... 249
Fluid, Brake........................... 416
Fluid Capacities......................... 414
Fluid Leaks............................. 69
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 393
Brake.............................. 390
Cooling System....................... 384
Engine Oil........................... 372Power Steering........................ 273
Fluids ................................ 415
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 415
FogLights ..........................121,160
Folding Rear Seat........................ 116
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 359
Fuel................................. 316
Adding............................. 321
Additives ............................ 319
CleanAir ............................ 317
Conserving.......................... 172
Ethanol............................. 317
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 321
Gasoline............................ 316
Gauge.............................. 156
Materials Added....................... 319
Methanol............................ 317
Octane Rating......................316,415
Requirements......................... 316
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Saver Mode.......................... 172
Specifications......................... 415
Tank Capacity........................ 414
Fuel Optimizer......................... 172
Fuel Saver............................. 172
Fuel System Caution..................... 322
Fueling ............................... 321
Fuses................................ 400
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 133
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...............321,368
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 317
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 316
Conserving.......................... 172
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 317
Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 157
Fuel............................... 156
Odometer........................... 161Speedometer......................... 156
Tachometer.......................... 156
Gear Ranges........................... 259
General Information............... 17,25,106,316
General Maintenance..................... 371
Glass Cleaning.......................... 399
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............324,326
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............324,325
GVWR ............................... 324
Hands-Free Phone (uconnect) ............... 78
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 270
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 338
Head Restraints......................... 114
Headlights............................ 409
Automatic........................... 120
Bulb Replacement...................... 409
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Jump Starting.......................... 356
Key, Programming........................ 16
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 14
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keyless Go....................... 12,175,245
Keys................................. 12
Kicker Sound System..................... 227
Knee Bolster............................ 45
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 122
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 37
LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tether for CHildren).................... 60,62
Latches................................ 69
Hood............................... 117
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 316Leaks, Fluid............................ 69
LifeofTires ............................ 303
LightBulbs .......................... 69,408
Lights.............................. 69,119
Airbag........................ 51,54,68,158
Alarm .............................. 164
Anti-Lock.........................166,279
Automatic Headlights................... 120
Brake Assist Warning................... 287
Brake Warning.....................163,277
Bulb Replacement...................408,409
Center Mounted Stop................... 413
Courtesy/Reading...................123,132
Cruise .............................. 156
Daytime Running...................... 121
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............122,123
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 287
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 157
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 159
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