airbag DODGE CHALLENGER 2010 3.G Owner's Manual

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is
inoperable.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit the foot well of
your vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal
area unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that
they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the
pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other
ways.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73

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
168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

About Your Brakes.................... 273,276
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ............276,279
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 392
Adding Fuel ........................... 319
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 386
Additives, Fuel ......................... 317
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 382
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 384
Air Conditioning ........................ 232
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 232
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 239
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............384,385
Air Conditioning System ................232,384
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 297
Airbag .............................. 47,56
Airbag Deployment ....................... 57
Airbag Light ..................... 55,60,73,168
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 59
Airbag, Side .......................... 53,56Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)
...........50,53,56
Alarm Light ........................... 174
Alarm, Panic ............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 18
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 225
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............391,421
Disposal ............................ 394
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............276,279
Anti-Lock Warning Light ...............176,278
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Appearance Care ........................ 401
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 18
Assistance Towing ....................... 100
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 33
Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 31
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 81
Automatic Door Locks ................... 30,31
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Keys................................. 12
Kicker Sound System ..................... 228
Knee Bolster ............................ 47
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 130
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 37
LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tether for CHildren) .................... 65,66
Latches ................................ 75
Hood .............................. 126
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 314
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 75
Life of Tires ............................ 302
Light Bulbs .......................... 75,414
Lights .............................. 75,127
Airbag ........................ 55,60,73,168
Alarm .............................. 174
Anti-Lock ......................... 176,278
Automatic Headlights ................... 128 Brake Assist Warning
................... 286
Brake Warning ..................... 172,276
Bulb Replacement ................... 414,415
Center Mounted Stop ................... 419
Courtesy/Reading ................... 132,141
Cruise .............................. 165
Daytime Running ...................... 129
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............130,131
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 286
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ......... 166
Engine Temperature Warning .............. 168
Exterior .............................. 75
Fog ............................. 129,170
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 339
Headlight Switch ...................... 127
Headlights ........................ 127,415
Headlights On Reminder ................. 129
Headlights On With Wipers ............128,135
High Beam ........................ 131,169
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INDEX 463

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