park release DODGE CHALLENGER 2019 Owner's Manual

Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Remove the console storage bin to access the ManualPark Release lever.
3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, fish the tether strap up through the opening in the console base. 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
5. Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the center of the
lever, and disengage the lever locking tab by pushing it
to the right.
Console Storage BinLocking Tab
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6. While holding the locking tab in the disengaged posi-tion, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever up and
rearward until it locks in place in the vertical position.
The vehicle is now out of PARK and can be moved.
Release the parking brake only when the vehicle is
securely connected to a tow vehicle.
To Reset The Manual Park Release:
1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the rear side) rearward (away from the lever) to unlatch the lever. 2. Rotate the Manual Park Release lever forward and
down, to its original position, until the locking tab snaps
into place to secure the lever.
3. Pull up gently on the tether strap to confirm that the lever is locked in its stowed position.
4. Tuck the tether strap into the base of the console. Reinstall the console storage bin.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can
often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering
wheel right and left to clear the area around the front
wheels. For vehicles with automatic transmission, push
and hold the lock button on the gear selector. Then shift
back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE (with auto-
matic transmission) or FIRST GEAR and REVERSE (with
manual transmission), while gently pressing the accelera-
tor. Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that
will maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels or racing the engine.
Tether Strap
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Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment
manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is man-
datory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main
structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or
associated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles
under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
mode, not the ACC mode.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer toManual Park Release in this section
for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
for towing.
CAUTION!
• Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components. Dam-
age to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•The manufacturer does not recommend towing this
vehicle using a tow dolly. Vehicle damage may occur.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
If the transmission and driveline are operable, AWD mod-
els can also be towed with the ignition in the ON/RUN
mode, the transmission in NEUTRAL (not in PARK!), and
the rear wheels OFF the ground with no limitation on
speed or distance. Since the ignition MUST be in the
ON/RUN mode to tow in this manner, AWD vehicles must
be towed with ALL FOUR wheels OFF the ground (e.g. on
a flatbed truck) if the key fob is unavailable.
CAUTION!
• Towing this vehicle using any other method can
cause severe transmission and/or transfer case dam-
age.
• Damage from improper towing is not covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission
is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all four
wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:
•The transmission must be in NEUTRAL. Refer to
Manual Park Release in this section for instructions on
shifting the automatic transmission to NEUTRAL when
the engine is off.
• The towing distance must not exceed 30 miles (48 km).
• The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 30
miles (48 km), then the only acceptable method of towing
is with a flatbed truck.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe engine and/or transmission
damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS)
This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident
Response System.
Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety”
for further information on the Enhanced Accident Re-
sponse System (EARS) function.
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)
This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder
(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record data that
will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per-
formed under certain crash or near crash-like situations,
such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle.
Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety”
for further information on the Event Data Recorder (EDR).
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•â…› Mile (200 meter) MPH
Displays the vehicle speed at the time â…›mile (200 meters)
was reached.
• ¼ Mile (400 meter) ET
Displays the time it takes for the vehicle to go ¼ mile (400
meters).
• ¼ Mile (400 meter) MPH
Displays the speed the vehicle was at when ¼ mile (400
meters) was reached.
• Brake Distance ft
Displays the distance it takes the vehicle to make a full stop.
NOTE: The distance measurement will be aborted if the
brake pedal is released or the parking brake is engaged,
before the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
• Brake from MPH
Displays the speed the vehicle is traveling when the brake
pedal is pressed.
NOTE: Brake Distance and Speed timers only displays
ready when vehicle is traveling at greater than 30 MPH
(48 km/h).
Gauges
When selected, this screen displays the following values:
• Oil Temperature
Shows the actual oil temperature.
• Oil Pressure
Shows the actual oil pressure.
Performance Pages — Gauges
468 MULTIMEDIA

Maintenance Schedule.............337, 338, 341, 342
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .....119,126
Manual Backward ........................... .42, 43
Forward ............................ .42, 43
Park Release ........................... .328
Rearward ...............................42
Service ............................... .510
Tilt ...................................43
Manual Transmission .................218, 371, 373
Fluid Level Check .....................371, 373
Map/Reading Lights .........................64
Methanol ............................... .409
Mirrors ..................................57
Electric Powered ..........................58
Electric Remote ...........................58
Heated .................................59
Outside ................................58
Rearview ........................... .57, 281
Vanity .................................59
Modifications/Alterations Vehicle .................................5
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................149
Mopar Parts ............................. .509Multi-Function Control Lever
...................60
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................214
Occupant Restraints ........................ .155
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............406, 413
Oil Change Indicator ....................... .107
Reset ................................ .107
Oil, Engine ........................... .351, 413
Capacity ...............................411
Change Interval ........................ .351
Checking ............................. .348
Dipstick .............................. .348
Disposal .............................. .355
Filter ............................. .355, 413
Filter Disposal .......................... .355
Identification Logo ...................... .352
Materials Added To ...................... .355
Pr

essure Warning Light ....................117
Recommendation .....................351, 411
Synthetic ............................. .353
Viscosity ....................... .352, 353, 411
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .355
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .355
Oil Pressure Light ..........................117
520 INDEX

Onboard Diagnostic System...................125
Operating Precautions ...................... .125
Operator Manual Owner’s Manual .......................5,510
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................58
Overheating, Engine ....................... .327
Owner ’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...............5
Paddle Shifters ........................... .229
Paddle Shift Mode ......................... .229
Paint Care ............................... .397
Panic Alarm ...............................21
Parking Brake ............................ .215
ParkSense System, Rear ..................... .254
Passenger Seat Easy Entry ..............................50
Passing Light ..............................61
Personalized Main Menu .....................419
Pets ................................... .201
Pinch Protection ............................82
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........379
Power Brakes ............................... .404
Deck Lid Release .........................84
Distribution Center (Fuses) ..................295 Door Locks
..............................36
Mirrors ................................58
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .............95
Seats ..................................45
Steering .............................. .232
Sunroof ................................80
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............55
Windows ...............................79
Power Seats Forward ................................46
Lumbar ................................46
Rearward ...............................46
Power Steering Fluid .....................413, 415
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................164
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .303
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. .164
Programmable Features ..................... .421
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .385
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............367
Radio
Frequency
General Information ................25, 32, 33, 41
Radio Operation .......................... .483
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................68
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Rear Camera............................. .261
Rear ParkSense System ..................... .254
Rear Seats, Folding ..........................44
Recreational Towing ........................ .276
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .408
Refrigerant .............................. .357
Release, Hood ..............................83
Reminder, Lights On .........................62
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .158
Remote Keyless Entry Arm The Alarm ..........................34
Panic Alarm .............................21
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........25, 33
Unlatch The Trunk ........................21
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .....................30
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features . . .31, 435
Uconnect Settings ..................... .31, 435
Remote Trunk Release ........................84
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .286
Replacement Keys ....................... .25, 33
Replacement Tires ......................... .388
Reporting Safety Defects .....................509
Restraints, Child .......................... .180
Restraints, Head ............................51 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck
...................330
Rotation, Tires ............................ .395
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................202
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................204
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................509
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .201
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .374
Safety Tips .............................. .201
Schedule, Maintenance ................337, 338, 341
Seat Belt Reminder .........................115
Seat Belts ............................ .157, 202
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........165
Child Restraints ........................ .180
Energy Management Feature ................164
Extender .............................. .163
Fr

ont Seat ...................... .157, 159, 161
Inspection ............................. .202
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................161
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .159
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............163
Operating Instructions .....................161
Pregnant Women ........................ .164
Pretensioners .......................... .164
Rear Seat ............................. .159
522 INDEX

Reminder............................. .158
Seat Belt Extender ....................... .163
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................164
Untwisting Procedure .....................163
Seat Belts Maintenance ...................... .399
Seats ............................ .42, 46, 47, 50
Adjustment .......................... .42, 46
Head Restraints ..........................51
Heated .................................47
Height Adjustment ........................45
Power .................................45
Rear Folding ......................... .42, 44
Seatback Release ...................... .42, 44
Tilting ........................... .42, 45, 50
Vented .................................48
Ventilated ...............................48
Security Alarm ......................... .33, 117
Arm The System ..........................34
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............413
Sentry Key Key Programming .........................33
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................32
Sentry Key Replacement ....................25, 33
Service Assistance ......................... .506
Service Contract .......................... .508Service Manuals
.......................... .510
Shift Indicator Light ........................ .221
Shifting ................................ .222
Automatic Transmission ................222, 224
Shoulder Belts ............................ .159
Side View Mirror Adjustment ...................58
Signals, Turn ....................... .63, 123, 204
Siri .................................... .498
SiriusXM Guardian Vehicle Health Alert ...................... .496
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................394
Snow Tires .............................. .390
Spare Tires .....................301, 390, 391, 392
Spark Plugs ............................. .413
Specifications Fuel

(Gasoline) ......................... .413
Oil.................................. .413
Speed Control Accel/Decel ........................ .234, 235
Cancel ............................... .236
Resume .............................. .236
Set .................................. .234
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..........233, 234, 236
Sport Mode .............................. .232
Starting ............................. .208, 209
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