transmission DODGE CHALLENGER 2012 3.G User Guide

Personal Settings
(Customer-Programmable Features)
Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall
features when the transmission is in PARK.
Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set-
tings displays in the EVIC.
Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of the
following choices.
Language
When in this display you may select one of three lan-
guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip
functions and the Uconnect™ gps (if equipped). Press the
SELECT button while in this display to select English,
Espanol, or Francais. Then, as you continue, the informa-
tion will display in the selected language.
NOTE:The EVIC will not change the Uconnect™ lan-
guage selection.
Unlock Doors Automatically on Exit
When ON is selected, both doors will unlock when the
vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the PARK or
NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened. To
make your selection, press and release the SELECT
button until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
Remote Key Unlock
When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s
door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button. When Driver
Door 1st Press is selected, you must press the RKE
transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passen-
ger door. When All Doors 1st Press is selected, both of
the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE
transmitter UNLOCK button. To make your selection,
press and release the SELECT button until “Driver Door
1st Press” or “All Doors 1st Press” appears.
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vehicle door will cancel this feature. To make your
selection, press and release the SELECT button until
“Off,” “45 sec.,” “5 min.,” “10 min.,” “30 min.,” or “60
min.” appears.
Turn-by-Turn Navigation — If Equipped
When ON is selected, the Turn-by-Turn directions will
appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a desig-
nated turn within a programmed route. To make your
selection, press and release the SELECT button until
“ON” or “OFF” appears.
Display ECO Mode — If Equipped
The “ECO” message is located in the Compass/
Temperature display; this message can be turned on or
off. To make your selection, press and release the SELECT
button until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry)
This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s
door(s) without having to press the RKE transmitter lockor unlock buttons. To make your selection, press and
release the SELECT button until a check-mark appears
next to the feature showing the system has been activated
or the check-mark is removed showing the system has
been deactivated. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in
“Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”.
Enable/Disable the Rear Park Assist System
The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind
the vehicle when the transmission is in the REVERSE
position and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph
(18 km/h). The system can be enabled with Sound Only,
Sound and Display, or turned OFF through the EVIC. To
make your selection, press and release the SELECT
button until a check-mark appears next to the feature
showing the system has been activated or the check-mark
is removed showing the system has been deactivated.
Refer to “Rear Park Assist System” in “Understanding
The Features Of Your Vehicle” for system function and
operating information.4
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
Starting Procedures .................... 252
▫ Manual Transmission – If Equipped ....... 252
▫ Automatic Transmission – If Equipped ..... 253
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go – If Equipped ........ 254
▫ Normal Starting ..................... 255
▫ Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –20°F Or 29°C)............... 258
▫ If Engine Fails To Start ................ 258
▫ After Starting ....................... 260 
Engine Block Heater — If Equipped ........ 260
 Manual Transmission — If Equipped ........ 260
▫ Six-Speed Manual Transmission .......... 260
 Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ...... 265
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ............. 266
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . 266
▫ Five-Speed Automatic Transmission ....... 266
▫ Gear Ranges ........................ 267
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AutoStick .......................... 273
▫ Operation ......................... 273
 Sport Mode — If Equipped .............. 275
 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ............. 277
▫ Acceleration ........................ 277
▫ Traction ........................... 277
 Driving Through Water ................. 278
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ................. 278
 Power Steering ....................... 280
 Parking Brake ........................ 281
▫ Manual Transmission – If Equipped ....... 282
▫ Automatic Transmission – If Equipped ..... 283
Brake System ........................ 284
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) — If
Equipped .......................... 285
 Electronic Brake Control System ........... 287
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) –
If Equipped ........................ 288
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) –
If Equipped ........................ 288
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) – If Equipped . . . 289
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) – Manual
Transmission Only ................... 289
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) – If
Equipped .......................... 291
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
And ESC Off Indicator Light ............ 294
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Fuel Requirements ..................... 327
▫ 3.6L And 5.7L Engine
(With Automatic Transmission) ........... 327
▫ 5.7L Engine (With Manual Transmission) .... 328
▫ Reformulated Gasoline ................ 328
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ............. 328
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ...... 329
▫ MMT In Gasoline .................... 329
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ............... 330
▫ Fuel System Cautions ................. 330
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ............ 331
Adding Fuel ......................... 332
▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .............. 332
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ........... 334
 Vehicle Loading ...................... 334
▫ Vehicle Certification Label .............. 334
▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ...... 335
▫ Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ........ 335
▫ Overloading ........................ 335
▫ Loading ........................... 336
 Trailer Towing ........................ 336
▫ Common Towing Definitions ............ 337
▫ Trailer Hitch Classification .............. 339
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▫Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ........ 340
▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ............. 340
▫ Towing Requirements ................. 341
▫ Towing Tips ........................ 346 
Recreational Towing
(Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ................ 348
▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped .... 348
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ...... 349
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the shift lever.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and
do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
Manual Transmission – If Equipped
Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in NEU-
TRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting vehicle.
This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlocking igni-
tion system. It will not start unless the clutch pedal is
pressed to the floor.
Normal Starting With Integrated Key – Manual
Transmission
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does
not require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Press the clutch pedal fully to the floor, and turn the
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ignition switch to the START position and release when
the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within
15 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position,
wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”
procedure.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic con-
verter and once the engine has started, ignite and
damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has
a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to
obtain a start from another vehicle. This type of start
can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow the
procedure carefully. Refer to “Jump Starting” in
“What To Do In Emergencies” for further informa-
tion.
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
•Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine
is at idle speed.
•Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL
into any forward gear when the engine is above
idle speed.
•Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal.
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Removing The Button
1. The ENGINE START/STOP button can be removed
from the ignition switch for key fob use.
2. Insert the metal part of the emergency key under the
chrome bezel at the 6 o’clock position and gently pry the
button loose.
NOTE:The ENGINE START/STOP button should only
be removed or inserted with the ignition in the OFF
position.
Normal Starting
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button –
Automatic Transmission Only
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal. To start the engine, the transmission must be in PARK or
NEUTRAL. Press and hold the brake pedal while press-
ing the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The system
takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle
fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically after
10 seconds. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine
prior to the engine starting, press the button again.
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button –
Manual Transmission Only
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
To start the engine, press and hold the clutch pedal while
pressing and holding the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Release the button when the engine starts. If the vehicle
fails to start within 15 seconds, release the button, wait 10
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to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” proce-
dure. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior
to the engine starting, release the button.
To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE
START/STOP Button – Automatic Transmission
Only
1. Place the shift lever in PARK, then press and release
the ENGINE START/STOP button.
2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position.
3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/
STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle
speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine
will shut off. The ignition switch position will remain in
the ACC position until the shift lever is in PARK and the
button is pressed twice to the OFF position. If the shift
lever is not in PARK and the ENGINE START/STOP
button is pressed once, the EVIC (if equipped) willdisplay a “VEHICLE NOT IN PARK” message and the
engine will remain running. Never leave a vehicle out of
the PARK position, or it could roll.
NOTE:
If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN
(engine not running) position and the transmission is in
PARK, the system will automatically time out after
30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the
OFF position.
To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE
START/STOP Button – Manual Transmission Only
1. With the vehicle stopped, place the shift lever in
NEUTRAL, then press and release the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position.
3. Place the shift lever in first gear or Reverse and then
apply the parking brake.
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