DODGE CHALLENGER 2010 3.G Owners Manual

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features ............... 162
 Instrument Cluster – Base ............... 163
 Instrument Cluster – Premium ............ 164
 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........... 165
 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 178
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays ........................... 180
▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ....... 181
▫ Trip Functions ...................... 182 ▫
Keyless Enter-N-Go Display —
If Equipped ........................ 185
▫ Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) –
If Equipped ........................ 186
▫ Compass Display .................... 186
▫ System Warnings (Customer Information
Features) .......................... 188
▫ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features) .......................... 189
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Media Center 730N/430 (RER/RBZ) —
AM/FM Stereo Radio And CD/DVD/HDD/
NAV — If Equipped .................... 192
▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Command
System (VR) — If Equipped ............. 192
▫ Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ Phone
— If Equipped ...................... 193
▫ Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ Radio ..... 193
▫ Clock Setting Procedure — RER Radio ..... 194
 Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) ......... 197
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 197
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 200
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 202
▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode .... 205
Media Center 130 (RES/RSC) — AM/FM
Stereo Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)
And Sirius Radio ...................... 206
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 206
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 212
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 214
▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 217
▫ Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 217
 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) 0.5 —
If Equipped .......................... 218
▫ Connecting The iPod ................. 219
▫ Using This Feature ................... 220
▫ Controlling The iPod Using Radio
Buttons ........................... 220
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▫Play Mode ......................... 220
▫ List Or Browse Mode ................. 222
 Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If
Equipped (REN/REQ/RER/RES
Radios Only) ......................... 224
▫ System Activation .................... 224
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID) ......... 224
▫ Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite)
Mode ............................. 225
▫ Satellite Antenna ..................... 225
▫ Reception Quality .................... 225
▫ Operating Instructions - Uconnect™
Multimedia (Satellite) Mode ............. 226▫
Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone
(If Equipped) ....................... 228
 Kicker High Performance Sound System With
Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) –
If Equipped .......................... 228
 Remote Sound System Controls —
If Equipped .......................... 230
 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance .............. 231
 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones ....... 232
 Climate Controls ...................... 232
▫ Manual Air Conditioning And
Heating System ..................... 232
▫ Operating Tips ...................... 237
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlets5 — Heated Seat Switch9 — Ignition Switch
2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — ESP OFF Switch10 — Trunk Release Button
3 — Glove Compartment 7 — Hazard Warning Switch11 — Headlight Switch
4 — Radio 8 — Climate Control
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – BASE
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – PREMIUM
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is placed in the ON/RUN position.
2. Trip Odometer Button
Premium Cluster
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 miles (km). The odometer must be in TRIP mode to
reset it.
Base Cluster
The wordTripwill appear when this button is pressed.
Push in and hold the button for two seconds when the trip odometer is displayed to reset it to 0 miles (km). A
second press of the button will display the outside
temperature in the odometer.
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light
This 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
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ignition switch is placed in the ON/RUN position 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.
If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting
Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”.
7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning LightThis light will turn on briefly as a bulb check
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON/
RUN position. This light will also turn on while
the engine is running if there is a problem with
the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
If the light comes on while the engine is running, safely
bring the vehicle to a complete stop as soon as possible, place the shift lever in PARK, and cycle the ignition key.
The light should turn off. If the light remains lit with the
engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable.
However, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as
possible.
If the light is flashing when the engine is running,
immediate service is required. In this case, you may
experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle
or engine stall, and your vehicle may require towing.
Also, have the system checked by an authorized dealer if
the light does not come on during starting.
8. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-
ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that
the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera-
ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades,
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or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to
exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads
“H,” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer
drops back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the “H,” and you hear a chime, turn the
engine OFF immediately and call for service.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call a service center if your
vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”
and follow the warnings under the Cooling System
Pressure Cap paragraph.
9. Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated.
NOTE:
•A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven
more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on.
•Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either
indicator flashes at a rapid rate.
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10. Airbag Warning LightThis light will turn on for four to eight seconds
as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned to the ON/RUN position. If the light is
either not on during starting, stays on, or turns
on while driving, then have the system inspected at an
authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant
Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your
Vehicle” for further information.
11. Engine Temperature Warning Light This light will turn on and a single chime will
sound to warn of an overheated engine condition.
When this light turns on, the engine temperature
is critically hot. If the light turns on while driving, safely
pull over and stop the vehicle. The vehicle should be
turned OFF immediately and serviced as soon as pos-
sible. (Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To
Do In Emergencies” for further information). 12. Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
If this indicator light flashes during accelera-
tion, ease up on the accelerator and apply as
little throttle as possible. Adapt your speed and
driving to the prevailing road conditions, and
do not switch off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP).
13. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light
/ Brake Assist System (BAS) Warning Light The malfunction light for the Electronic Stabil-
ity Program (ESP) is combined with Brake
Assist System (BAS). The yellow “ESP/BAS
Warning Light” comes on when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON/RUN position. They should
go out with the engine running. If the “ESP/BAS Warn-
ing Light” comes on continuously with the engine run-
ning, a malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or
the BAS system. If this light remains on after several
ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several
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