service reset DODGE CHALLENGER 2008 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION
1. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Trip Odometer Button
Press this button to change the display from odometer to
either of two trip odometer settings. The letter “A” or “B”
will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and
hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer
to 0 mi (km). The odometer must be in TRIP mode to
reset it.
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator LightThis light will turn on when the electronic
speed control is on. 5. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear
range. Ease up on the accelerator before reaching the red
area.
6. Charging System Warning Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should turn on when the
ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly
as a bulb check. If the light stays on or turns on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices (i.e., radio) or slightly increase engine
speed (if at idle). If the light remains on, it means that the
charging system is experiencing a problem. See your
local authorized dealer to obtain service immediately.
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A reset feature is available to allow the vehicle to be
driven to an authorized dealer for service. To reset the
transmission, use the following procedure:
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Move the shift lever to the PARK position.
3. Turn OFF the engine.
4. Wait approximately 10 seconds.
5. Restart the engine.
6. Move the shift lever to the desired range. If the
problem is no longer detected, the transmission will
return to normal operation.
NOTE:Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom-
mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your
earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has
diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could
recur. Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
If the problem has been momentary, the transmission can
be reset to regain all forward gears.
Permanent Transmission Limp Home Mode
Permanent Limp Home Mode will be activated if the
transmission enters temporary Limp Home Mode three
times. Follow the reset procedure described under “Tem-
porary Transmission Limp Home Mode” in this section.
In Permanent Limp Home Mode, PARK, REVERSE, and
NEUTRAL will continue to operate. Second gear will
operate in the DRIVE position. The Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) may illuminate.
STARTING AND OPERATING 227
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Cavity CartridgeFuse Mini-
FuseDescription
43 30 Amp Pink — Rear Window Defroster
44 20 Amp Blue — Amplifier - if equipped/
Sunroof - if equipped
*Cavities 11, 12, and 13 contain self-resetting fuses
(circuit breakers) that are only serviceable by an autho-
rized dealer. The cluster and the driver seat switch are
fused by the 25 Amp circuit breaker in cavity 11. The
passenger seat switch is fused by the 25 Amp circuit
breaker in cavity 12. The door modules, the driver power
window switch, and the passenger power window
switch are fused by the 25 Amp circuit breaker in cavity
13. If you experience temporary or permanent loss of
these systems, see your authorized dealer for service.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335
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Maintenance Free Battery.................. 307
Maintenance, General ..................... 300
Maintenance Procedures ................... 300
Maintenance Schedule .................... 346
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 139
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 158,298
Manual, Service ......................... 357
Map/Reading Lights .................. 120,129
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 321
Methanol ............................. 271
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 163
Mirrors ................................ 75 Automatic Dimming ..................... 75
Electric Powered ....................... 76
Electric Remote ........................ 76
Exterior Folding ........................ 76
Heated .............................. 77
Outside .............................. 75
Vanity ............................... 77 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle
............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 264
Mopar Parts ......................... 299,356
MP3 Player ............................ 191
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 271
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 119
Navigation Radio ........................ 191
Navigation System ....................... 191
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 67
Occupant Restraints ....................... 37
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............270,342
Odometer ............................. 150
Trip ................................ 150
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 162
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ................. 162
Oil, Engine ......................... 301,342
Capacity ............................ 341
INDEX 373
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