engine DODGE CHALLENGER 2012 3.G User Guide

INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWelcome From Chrysler Group LLC....2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDriver Cockpit...............4
Instrument Cluster .............6
GETTING STARTEDKeyFob...................8
Remote Start................9
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ...........9
Theft Alarm ................13
Seat Belt .................13
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) — Air Bags ............14
Child Restraints .............15
Front Seats ................18
Rear Seat .................20
Heated Seats ...............20
Tilt / Telescoping Steering Column ....21
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEngine Break-In Recommendations . . . 22
Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High
Beam Lever................22
Headlight Switch .............23
Speed Control ..............24
Manual Transmission 1 To 4 Skip Shift.. 25
Manual Climate Controls .........25
Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC).. 26
Power Sunroof ..............26
Wind Buffeting ..............27
ELECTRONICSYour Vehicle's Sound System ......28
Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) . . 30
Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio
(Sales Code RES + RSC) .........32
Media Center 430/430N (Sales Code
RBZ/RHB) ................34
Media Center 730N (Sales Code RHR).. 43Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio/Travel Link.. 53
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ......56
Uconnect™ Phone ............56
Uconnect™ Voice Command .......59
Bluetooth
®Streaming Audio .......61
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control .........61
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) ...............62
Programmable Features .........63
Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink
®) ...............64
Power Outlets ...............67
UTILITYTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ..............68
Recreational Towing (Behind
Motorhome, Etc.) .............69
SRT8AutoStick®................70
Electronic Control Damping System . . . 71
Performance Features ..........72
Summer/Three-Season Tires .......73
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES24-Hour Towing Assistance.......74
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights . . . 74
If Your Engine Overheats .........78
Jacking And Tire Changing ........79
Battery Location .............84
TIREFIT Kit ................84
Jump-Starting ..............89
Shift Lever Override ...........91
Towing A Disabled Vehicle ........92
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .........93
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .......94
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOpening The Hood............95
Engine Compartment ...........96
Fluids And Capacities ..........99
Maintenance Chart ........... 102
Fuses .................. 108
Tire Pressures .............. 111
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ...... 111
Exterior Bulbs ............. 112
CONSUMER ASSISTANCEChrysler Group LLC Customer
Center.................. 113
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center...113Assistance For The Hearing Impaired. . 113
Publications Ordering ......... 113
Reporting Safety Defects In
The 50 United States And
Washington, D.C. ............ 114
MOPAR ACCESSORIESAuthentic Accessories By MOPAR®. . 115
INDEX................. 116
FAQ (How To?)Frequently Asked Questions ...... 119
TABLE OF CONTENTS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Charging System Light**
- Oil Pressure Warning Light**
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**
- Air Bag Warning Light**
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light**
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction IndicatorLight*
(See page 74 for more information.)
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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WARNING!
• Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number ofreasons. A child or others could be severely injured or killed. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the shift lever. Do
not leave the Key Fob inside the vehicle or in the ignition. A child could start
the vehicle, operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause them to be severely injured or killed.
• Keep Key Fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or
death.
REMOTE START
• Press the REMOTE START buttonx2on the Key Fob twice within five seconds.
Pressing the REMOTE START button a third time shuts the engine off.
• To drive the vehicle, press the UNLOCK button, insert the Key Fob in the ignition and turn to the ON/RUN position.
• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the ignition Key Fob is placed in the ON/RUN position.
• The vehicle must be started with the Key Fob after two consecutive timeouts.
WARNING!
• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause you or others to be severely injured or
killed when inhaled.
• Keep Key Fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause you and others to
be severely injured or killed.
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™
• The Keyless Enter-N-Go™ system is an enhancement to the vehicle's Key Fob.This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle's door(s) and trunk without
having to press the Key Fob lock or unlock buttons, as well as starting and
stopping the vehicle with the press of a button.
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• If a Keyless Enter-N-Go™ door handle has not been used for 72 hours, the KeylessEnter-N-Go™ feature for that handle may time out. Pulling the deactivated front door
handle will reactivate the door handle's Keyless Enter-N-Go™ feature.
To Enter the Trunk:
• With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go™ KeyFob located outside the vehicle and
within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the deck lid,
press the button located on the center
of the light bar which is located on the
deck lid above the license plate.
NOTE:
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further information.
Engine Starting/Stopping - Automatic Transmission
Starting
• Place the shift lever in PARK orNEUTRAL.
• While pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
If the engine fails to start, the starter
will disengage automatically after
10 seconds.
• To stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, press the button
again.
Stopping • Place the shift lever in PARK.
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to theOFF position.
• If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two
seconds and vehicle speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine will shut
off.
NOTE:
• If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN (engine not running) position and the transmission is in PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 minutes of
inactivity and the ignition will switch to the OFF position.
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Engine Starting/Stopping - Manual Transmission
Starting• Press and hold the clutch pedal while pressing and holding the ENGINESTART/STOP button. Release the button when the engine starts. If the engine fails
to start within 15 seconds, release the button, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat.
• To stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, release the button.
Stopping • With the vehicle stopped, place the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to theOFF position.
• If the vehicle speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h), the ENGINE START/STOP button must be
held for two seconds before the engine will shut off. The ignition switch position will
remain in the ACC position until the vehicle is stopped and the button is pressed twice
to the OFF position.
NOTE:
• If the ignition switch is left in the ACC position, the system will automatically time out after 60 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the OFF position.
Additional Functions
NOTE:
• The following functions are with the driver’s foot OFF the Brake Pedal/Clutch Pedal(Transmission in PARK or NEUTRAL Position).
Starting With The Ignition Switch In The OFF Position:
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to change the ignition switch to theACC position.
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time to change the ignition switch to the RUN position.
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition switch to the OFF position.
OFF RUN
ACCPress
Press
Press
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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 recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Maintaining
Your Vehicle”.
NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles
(kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and
not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage
may result.
TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAM LEVER
Turn Signal/Lane Change Assist
• Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times and automatically turn off.
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• Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and then back to LOCK fourtimes, ending up in the LOCK position (do not start the engine).
• Press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors. A single chime will indicate that programming is complete.
Sound Horn With Lock • To turn the horn chirp on or off when the doors are locked:• Press the LOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press the PANIC button while still holding the LOCK button.
• Release both buttons at the same time.
Flashing Lights With Lock • The turn signal lights flashing, when the doors are locked or unlocked, feature canbe turned on or off. To turn this feature on or off:
• Press and hold the UNLOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK button while still holding the
UNLOCK button.
• Release both buttons at the same time.
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink
®)
• HomeLink®replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such
as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The
HomeLink
®unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
• The HomeLink
®buttons that are located in the overhead console or sunvisor
designate the three different HomeLink®channels.
• The HomeLink
®indicator is located above the center button.
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink®
• Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin
programming.
• For more efficient programming and accurate transmission of the
radio-frequency signal it is
recommended that a new battery be
placed in the hand-held transmitter of
the device that is being programmed to
the HomeLink
®system.
• Erase all channels before you begin programming. To erase the channels, place the ignition switch into the ON/RUN position, then press and hold the two outside
HomeLink
®buttons (I and III) for up 20 seconds. The Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) will display “CLEARING CHANNELS”. Release the
buttons when the EVIC displays “CHANNELS CLEARED”.
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POWER OUTLETS
• There are two 12 Volt electrical outletson this vehicle.
• The outlet on the front console has power available only when the ignition
is in the ON/RUN position. If desired,
this outlet can be converted by your
authorized dealer to provide power with
the ignition switch in the LOCK
position.
• The second outlet in the center console is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery
and/or prevent engine starting.
NOTE:
• Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to
be replaced.
• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
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TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)
Engine/TransmissionFrontal AreaMax. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt.
3.6L Automatic 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m)
1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
5.7L Automatic 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m)
1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds
UTILITY
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AUTOSTICK®
Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or Console Mounted Shifter
• AutoStick®is a driver-interactive
transmission feature that offers manual
gear shifting to provide you with more
control of the vehicle. AutoStick
®
allows you to maximize engine braking,
and improve overall vehicle
performance.
• This system can also provide you with more control during passing, city
driving, cold slippery conditions,
mountain driving, trailer towing, and
many other situations.
Operation • When the shift lever is in the DRIVE position, the transmission will operateautomatically, shifting between the five available gears. To engage AutoStick
®,
simply move the shift lever to the right or left (+/-) while in the DRIVE position, or
press one of the steering wheel mounted shift paddles (+/-). When AutoStick
®is
active, the current transmission gear is displayed in the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) portion of the instrument cluster. In AutoStick
®mode,
the transmission will shift when manually selected by the driver (using the shift
lever, or the shift paddles), unless an engine lugging or overspeed condition would
result. It will remain in the selected gear until another upshift or downshift is
chosen, except as described below:
• The transmission will automatically downshift as the vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will display the current gear.
• The transmission will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop.
• You can start out in first or second gear. Tapping (+) (at a stop) will allow starting in second gear. Starting out in second gear is helpful in snowy or icy conditions.
• The system will ignore attempts to upshift at too low of a vehicle speed.
• Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when AutoStick
®is engaged. To
disengage AutoStick®mode, hold the shift lever to the right or press and hold the
(+) shift paddle until “D” is once again displayed in the instrument cluster. You
can shift in or out of the AutoStick
®mode at any time without taking your foot off
the accelerator pedal.
• An “UPSHIFT” message will appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) portion of the instrument cluster when using AutoStick
®, to alert the driver
to upshift to the next gear. The “UPSHIFT” message will appear when
approaching the maximum engine speed.
SRT8
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