ABS DODGE CHALLENGER 2009 3.G User Guide

NOTE:
•P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.
design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P”
molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-
tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H.
•European-Metric tire sizing is based on European
design standards. Tires designed to this standard have
the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with
the section width. The letterPis absent from this tire
size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H.
•Temporary spare tires are high-pressure compact
spares designed for temporary emergency use only.
Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T”
molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-
tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M.
CAUTION!
Do not use two different size tires on the rear wheels,
as this can result in rear axle damage.
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TIRE SIZING TERMS
Service Description:
95= Load Index
— A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry
H= Speed Symbol
— A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding
to its load index under certain operating conditions
— The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under
specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and
posted speed limits)
Load Identification:
....blank....= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) Tire
Extra Load (XL)= Extra load (or reinforced) tire
Light Load= Light load tire
C, D, E= Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure
Maximum Load— Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry
Maximum Pressure—Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire
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WARNING!
•Do not attempt to repair a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to traffic. Pull far enough off the road
to avoid the danger of being hit when operating
the jack or repairing a tire.
•Cuts or punctures larger than approximately
0.16 in (4 mm), tire damage caused by driving with
extremely low tire pressure or on a flat tire, or a
damaged wheel can pose a hazard while driving.
TIREFIT should not be used in such circum-
stances. Do not drive the vehicle under such cir-
cumstances. Contact your nearest authorized
dealer for assistance.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to
come in contact with hair, eyes or clothing. TIRE-
FIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed
through the skin: It causes skin, eye, and respira-
tory irritation. Any contact with eyes or skin
should be flushed immediately with plenty of
water. If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT,
change clothing as soon as possible.
•In case of allergic reaction or rash, consult a
physician immediately. Keep TIREFIT out of reach
of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immedi-
ately with plenty of water and drink plenty of
water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physi-
cian immediately.
•Keep away from open flame or heat source.
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WARNING!
•Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point, or is unidentified as to specification,
or which may occur by leaving the top of your
master cylinder reservoir uncovered or the top off
of the brake fluid bottle off, allowing it to absorb
moisture may result in sudden brake failure dur-
ing hard prolonged braking. You could have an
accident.
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly
closed container (both as to bottles and the master
cylinder remaining covered) to avoid contamina-
tion from foreign matter or moisture. Brake fluid,
unlike many other fluids, actually absorbs mois-
ture from the air. This lowers the boiling point of
the fluid and may cause it to boil during hard
braking and create a soft pedal pressure resistance
as the gas compresses. This condition does not
apply adequate pressure to the brakes to function
properly.
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami-
nate the brake fluid, all brake seal components
could be damaged, causing partial or complete
brake failure leading to a crash.7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391

Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
10 30 Amp
Pink— Windshield Wiper
11 30 Amp
Pink— Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Valves
12 40 Amp
Green— Radiator Fan Lo/High
13 50 Amp
Red— Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Pump Motor
14———
15 50 Amp
Red— Radiator FanCavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
16———
17———
18———
19———
20———
21———
22———
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Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired (TDD/TTY)
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-
cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer
Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who
has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter
(TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the
manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.
Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for your
vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-
pected repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle
Limited Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands be-
hind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts. If you
purchased a manufacturer’s Service Contract, you will
receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card
in the mail within three weeks of the vehicle deliverydate. If you have any questions about the service con-
tract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract National
Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s Service Contract. If you purchased a
service contract that is not a manufacturer’s Service
Contract, and you require service after the manufactur-
er’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer
to the contract documents, and contact the person listed
in those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 437

About Your Brakes....................274,277
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............277,280
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 386
Adding Fuel........................... 321
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 380
Additives, Fuel......................... 319
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 376
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 378
Air Conditioning........................ 230
Air Conditioning Controls................. 230
Air Conditioning Filter.................... 236
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 237
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............378,379
Air Conditioning System................230,378
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 298
Airbag................................ 45
Airbag Deployment..................... 50,52
Airbag Light..................... 51,54,68,158
Airbag Maintenance....................... 54Airbag, Side.......................... 46,51
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............. 46,51
AlarmLight ........................... 164
Alarm, Panic............................ 23
Alarm (Security Alarm).................... 18
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 223
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........385,386,414
Disposal............................ 387
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............277,280
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............166,279
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Appearance Care........................ 395
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)......... 18
Assistance Towing........................ 93
Auto Down Power Windows................ 33
Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 30
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 75
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Automatic Door Locks..................... 30
Automatic Headlights.................... 120
Automatic Oil Change Indicator............. 162
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 394
Automatic Transmission.............259,264,393
Adding Fluid......................393,416
Autostick............................ 268
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 393
Fluid Change......................... 393
Fluid Level Check..................... 393
FluidType ........................... 416
Gear Ranges......................... 259
Overdrive........................... 261
Shifting ..........................259,264
Special Additives...................... 394
Torque Converter...................... 262
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . 263,267
Autostick............................. 268AxleFluid ............................. 416
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 416
Battery............................... 376
Emergency Starting..................... 356
Jump Starting......................... 356
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 24
Location..........................357,376
Belts, Seat............................ 37,68
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 379
B-Pillar Location........................ 293
Brake Assist System...................... 281
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 280
Brake Fluid............................ 416
Brake, Parking.......................... 274
Brake System........................277,389
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................277,280
Fluid Check.......................390,416
Master Cylinder....................... 390
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INDEX 445

INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)Fob With Integrated KeyIgnition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationVEHICLE SECURITY ALARM Rearming Of The SystemTo Arm The SystemTo Disarm The
SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) To Unlock The DoorsTo Lock The DoorsExpress Down Window FeatureTo Open The TrunkUsing ThePanic AlarmProgramming Additional TransmittersTransmitter Battery ServiceGeneral
InformationREMOTE STARTING SYSTEM How To Use Remote StartDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksWINDOWS Power WindowsWind BuffetingTRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT
RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)Automatic Locking Mode - If EquippedSeat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver and Front Passenger
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - AirbagsEvent Data Recorder (EDR)Child RestraintENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS TransportingPassengersExhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside the VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should
Make Outside the VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror - If EquippedOutside MirrorsOutside Mirrors Folding FeaturePower MirrorsHeated Mirrors - If EquippedVanity MirrorsIlluminated Vanity Mirrors
Slide-On-Rod and Extender Features of Sun Visoruconnect phone - IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call Featuresuconnect phone FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your uconnect phoneGeneral InformationVOICE RECOGNITION (VR)
SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Voice Recognition (VR) System OperationCommandsVoice TrainingSEATS Easy Entry SeatsPower SeatsManual Front Seatback ReclineLumbar SupportHead RestraintsHeated SeatsFolding Rear SeatTO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS
Headlight SwitchAutomatic Headlights - If EquippedHeadlights On with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)Headlight Time DelayDaytime Running Lights - If EquippedLights-On ReminderFog Lights - If EquippedMultifunction LeverOverhead Console Map/Reading
LightsInterior LightsWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper SystemMist FeatureWindshield WashersHeadlights On With Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL To
ActivateTo Set A Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary the Speed SettingTo Accelerate For PassingOVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading LightsSunglasses StorageGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkGate
Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkReprogramming A Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Opening Sunroof - PartiallyOpening Sunroof - ExpressClosing Sunroof - PartiallyClosing
Sunroof - ExpressPinch Protect FeaturePinch Protect OverrideVenting Sunroof - ExpressSunshade OperationWind BuffetingSunroof MaintenanceIgnition Off OperationSunroof Fully ClosedELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS CUPHOLDERS Front CupholdersRear Cupholders
CONSOLE FEATURES Sliding Center Console ArmrestConsole StorageREAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window DefrosterUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
- PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) DisplaysEngine Oil Change Indicator SystemTrip FunctionsKeyless Go Display - If EquippedCompass Display
Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) - If EquippedSystem Warnings (Customer Information Features)Personal Settings (Customer-ProgrammableFeatures)SALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) Operating
Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play)Notes On Playing MP3/WMA FilesLIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)SALES CODE (RER/REN) - AM/FM/CD/DVD
RADIO - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (VR) - If EquippedOperating Instructions - uconnect phone - If EquippedClock Setting ProcedureSALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) Operating
Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio PlayNotes on Playing MP3 FilesOperation Instructions - Auxiliary ModeSALES CODE RES/RSC - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO
Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio PlayNotes On Playing MP3 FilesLIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) - IF EQUIPPED
Connecting The iPodUsing This FeatureControlling The iPod Using Radio ButtonsPlay ModeList Or Browse Modeuconnect studios (SATELLITE RADIO) - IF EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY) System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID)Selecting uconnect studios (Satellite) ModeSatellite AntennaReception QualityOperating Instructions - uconnect studios (Satellite) ModeOperating Instructions - uconnect phone (If Equipped)KICKER HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM WITH
DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) - IF EQUIPPED REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System
Operating TipsSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Manual Transmission - If EquippedAutomatic Transmission - If EquippedKeyless Go - If EquippedNormal StartingExtremely Cold Weather (Below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)If Engine Fails To
StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED MANUAL TRANSMISSION - IF EQUIPPED Six-Speed Manual TransmissionAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - IF EQUIPPED General InformationBrake/Transmission Shift Interlock SystemBrake/Transmission
Interlock Manual OverrideFour-Speed Automatic Transmission (3.5L Engine)Five-Speed Automatic Transmission (5.7L Engine)Gear RangesAUTOSTICK - IF EQUIPPED Autostick OperationDRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES AccelerationTractionDRIVING THROUGH
WATER Flowing/Rising WaterPOWER STEERING Power Steering Fluid CheckPARKING BRAKE Manual Transmission - If EquippedAutomatic Transmission - If EquippedBRAKE SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - If EquippedMULTI-DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS)
(IF EQUIPPED) - 5.7L ENGINE ONLY ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) - If EquippedTCS (Traction Control System) - If EquippedBAS (Brake Assist System) - If EquippedHSA (Hill Start Assist) - Manual Transmission OnlyESP
(Electronic Stability Program) - If EquippedSynchronizing ESPESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light and ESP/TCS Indicator LightTIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation
PressuresRadial Ply TiresCompact Spare Tire - If EquippedTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife Of TireReplacement TiresTIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) Base SystemPremium
System - If EquippedGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS 3.5L and 5.7L Engines (with Automatic Transmission)5.7L Engine (with Manual Transmission)Reformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsE-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel VehiclesMMT In Gasoline
Materials Added to FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageVEHICLE LOADING Vehicle Certification LabelGross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
OverloadingLoadingTRAILER TOWING Common Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsRECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS TIREFIT TIRE REPAIR - IF EQUIPPED JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location/Spare Tire StowagePreparations For JackingJacking and Changing a TireCompact
Spare TireWheel Cover or Center Cap Installation (If Equipped)JUMP-STARTING FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Without The IgnitionKeyTowing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground)Towing
This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow DollyMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 3.5L ENGINE COMPARTMENT - 5.7L ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICSYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler CapEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterEngine Air Cleaner FilterMaintenance-Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenanceBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesAdding Washer FluidExhaust
SystemCooling SystemBrake SystemClutch Hydraulic System - Manual Transmission (If Equipped)Manual Transmission - If EquippedAutomatic Transmission - If EquippedRear AxleAppearance Care and Protection from CorrosionFUSES Integrated Power Module (IPM)
Rear Power Distribution CenterVEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp - Models with Halogen Headlamps - If EquippedLow Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and
Park/Turn Lamp - Models with High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlamps - If EquippedFront/Rear Side Marker LampTail/Turn and Stop LampCenter Tail/Backup LampCenter High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)License LampFLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS,
LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassisMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR
OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE Chrysler LLC Customer CenterChrysler Canada Inc. Customer CenterIn Mexico ContactCustomer Assistance For The
Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)Service ContractWARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington, D.CIn CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX