child restraint DODGE CHALLENGER 2010 3.G User Guide

Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that
are provided with the child restraint system.The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars
located at the rear of the seat cushion where it
meets the seatback and are just visible when
you lean into the rear seat to install the child
restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger
along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion
surfaces.
In addition, there are tether strap anchorages
behind each rear seating position located in the
panel between the rear seatback and the rear
window. These tether strap anchorages are
under a plastic cover with this symbol on it.
Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with
separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or
connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward-
facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant
restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a
hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a
means of adjusting the tension of the strap.
You will first loosen the child seat adjusters on the lower
straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily
attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages.
Next, attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top
of the seatcover material. Then rotate the tether anchor-
age cover directly behind the seat where you are placing
the child restraint and attach the tether strap to the
anchorage, being careful to route the tether strap to
provide the most direct path between the anchor and the
child restraint. Finally, tighten all three straps as you
push the child restraint rearward and downward into the
seat, removing slack in the straps according to the child
restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
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NOTE:
•Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in
the strap.
•When using the LATCH attaching system to install a
child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not
being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out
of reach of children. It is recommended that before
installing the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so the
seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of
reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child
restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt
behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through
the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This
should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an
inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle
that the seat belts are not toys and should not be
played with, and never leave your child unattended in
the vehicle.
WARNING!
Improper installation of a child restraint to the
LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or
child restraint. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly
when installing an infant or child restraint.
Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat
Belt
The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are
equipped with either an Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) or a cinching latch plate or both. Both types of seat
belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt
tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary
to use a locking clip. The ALR will make a ratcheting
noise if you extract the entire belt from the retractor and
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then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. For
additional information on ALR, refer to “Automatic
Locking Mode”.
To install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat
belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the
belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate
into the buckle. Next, extract all the seat belt webbing out
of the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the
retractor. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten
the lap portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt
system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasion-
ally, and pull it tight if necessary.
To attach a child restraint tether strap:
1. Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the
seat where you are placing the child restraint.2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path
for the strap between the anchor and the child seat.
3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to
the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap
according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc-
tions.
Tether Strap Mounting
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NOTE:Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in
the strap.
WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
an accident.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain
(engine, transmission, clutch, and rear axle) in your new
vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 500 mi (800 km). After
the initial 60 mi (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80
or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant
installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-
conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant changes should be
consistent with anticipated climate and conditions under
which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
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When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make
sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the
seatback above the seat strap.
WARNING!
•Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback is not securely locked into
position, the seat will not provide the proper
stability for child seats and/or passengers. An
improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
•The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the
rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down
position) should not be used as a play area by
children when the vehicle is in motion. They could
be seriously injured in a collision. Children
should be seated and using the proper restraint
system.
Rear Folding Seat
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125

Bulb Replacement..................... 414,415
Bulbs, Light .......................... 75,414
Calibration, Compass ..................... 187
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 421
Caps, Filler Fuel ............................... 319
Oil (Engine) .......................... 380
Power Steering ........................ 272
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 393
Car Washes ............................ 402
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............72,318
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 322
Cellular Phone ........................ 85,232
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 419
Certification Label ....................... 322
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 351
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 288 Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)
............... 375
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 71
Checks, Safety ........................... 71
Child Restraint .................... 61,63,66,68
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............65,66
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 315
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 403
Windshield Wiper Blades ................ 386
Clock ........................ 193,194,198,208
Cold Weather Operation ................... 250
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 231
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 299
Compass .............................. 186
Compass Calibration ..................... 187
Compass Variance ....................... 187
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 182
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Remote Trunk Release..................... 34
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 414
Replacement Keys ........................ 17
Replacement Parts ....................... 376
Replacement Tires ....................... 302
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 448
Resetting Oil Change Indicator .............. 172
Restraint, Head ......................... 121
Restraints, Child ......................... 61
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 36
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 365
Rotation, Tires .......................... 304
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 73
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 75
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 448
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 72
Safety Information, Tire ................... 287
Safety Tips ............................. 71 Satellite Radio Antenna
................... 225
Satellite Radio (Uconnect™ studios) ........... 224
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 426
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 406
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 44
Seat Belts .......................... 36,37,73
And Pregnant Women ................... 46
Child Restraint ................... 61,62,63,68
Extender ............................. 46
Front Seat .......................... 37,38
Inspection ............................ 73
Operating Instructions ................... 38
Pretensioners .......................... 44
Rear Seat ............................. 37
Reminder ............................ 169
Untwisting Procedure .................... 42
Seats ................................. 118
Adjustment .......................... 118
Head Restraints ....................... 121
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Automatic Transmission................. 246
Cold Weather ......................... 250
Engine Fails to Start .................... 251
Remote .............................. 26
Starting and Operating .................... 245
Starting Procedures ...................... 245
Steering Column Controls ...................... 130
Column Lock ......................... 136
Power ........................... 271,272
Tilt Column .......................... 136
Wheel, Tilt ........................... 136
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. 230
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls ......................... 230
Storage ............................... 414
Storage, Vehicle ...................... 238,414
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... 414
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 365 Sun Roof
.............................. 149
Sunglasses Storage ....................... 141
Sunroof Maintenance ..................... 152
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 47
Sway Control, Trailer ..................... 325
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 381
System, Remote Starting .................... 26
Tachometer ............................ 165
Telescoping Steering Column ............... 136
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......166,340
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 65
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 136
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 128
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 292
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 290
Tire Markings .......................... 287
Tire Safety Information .................... 287
470 INDEX