battery DODGE CHALLENGER 2015 3.G Service Manual

WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water.
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
•The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that
should not be disconnected and should only be
replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
(+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
•If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner should
be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start
of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of
the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension
should also be checked at this time.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503

Cavity Cartridge FuseMini-FuseDescription
31—25 Amp Clear Power Seats
32—15 Amp Blue HVAC Module/Cluster
33—15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch/Wireless Module
34—10 Amp Red Steering Column Module/Clock/Spare
– Police
35—5 Amp TanBattery Sensor
36—15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve – If Equipped
37—15 Amp Blue Radio
38—20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet Inside Arm Rest
40——Fuse — Spare
41——Fuse — Spare
4230 Amp Pink—Rear Defrost
43—20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seats/Steering Wheel
44—10 Amp Red Park Assist/Blind Spot/Camera
45—15 Amp Blue Cluster/Rearview Mirror/Compass
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539

VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (e.g., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
•Check windshield washer fluid level
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed.
•Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter
•Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregular
wear, even if it occurs before your next scheduled
service
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses
•Inspect exhaust system
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 555

Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering, and add as
needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 563

Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................512
Disposal..............................516
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................382
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................225
Appearance Care.........................523
Arming System (Security Alarm)...............18
Auto Down Power Windows..................38
Automatic Door Locks......................31
Automatic Headlights......................139
Automatic High Beams.....................139
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........314
Automatic Transmission....................362
Adding Fluid..........................522
Autostick.............................369
Fluid and Filter Changes..................522
Fluid Change..........................522
Fluid Level Check.......................522
Fluid Type............................552
Special Additives.......................521
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode.......368
Autostick...............................369
Auto Unlock, Doors........................32
Axle Fluid..............................552
Axle Lubrication..........................552
Battery.................................502
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........24
Location..............................502
Belts, Seat...............................95
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................507
B-Pillar Location..........................398
Brake Assist System.......................385
Brake Control System, Electronic..............381
Brake Fluid.............................552
Brake, Parking...........................377
Brakes.................................381
Brake System............................38110
INDEX 581

Maintenance Free Battery....................502
Maintenance Procedures....................495
Maintenance Schedule......................554
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......224
Manual, Service..........................576
Manual Transmission......................355
Fluid Level Check.......................520
Map/Reading Lights.......................144
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................518
Methanol...............................427
Mirrors................................105
Electric Remote.........................113
Exterior Folding........................113
Heated...............................114
Outside..............................112
Rearview.............................105
Vanity...............................114
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................417
MOPAR® Parts...........................494
MTBE/ETBE............................427
Multi-Function Control Lever.................143
New Vehicle Break-In Period..................90
Occupant Restraints........................41
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................425
Odometer...............................226
Tr i p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..226
Oil, Engine..............................236
Capacity.............................548
Change Interval........................497
Checking.............................496
Dipstick..............................496
Disposal..............................500
Filter................................501
Filter Disposal.........................500
Identification Logo......................49810
INDEX 591

Cooling System Tips.....................447
Hitches..............................439
Minimum Requirements..................441
Ti p s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..446
Trailer and Tongue Weight.................440
Wiring...............................445
Trailer Towing Guide.......................440
Trailer Weight............................440
Transfer Case
Fluid................................552
Transmission............................521
Automatic............................359
Fluid................................521
Manual..............................355
Shifting..............................359
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .24
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .24
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).........21
Transporting Pets..........................90
Tread Wear Indicators......................412
Trip Odometer...........................226
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid).......................39
Trunk Release, Emergency....................41
Trunk Release Remote Control.................39
Turn Signals.............................143
Uconnect®
Customer Programmable Features...........263
Operation.............................309
Uconnect® Settings.......................22
Uconnect® Settings.........................22
Customer Programmable Features...........261
Passive Entry Programming................261
Uconnect® Settings......................261
Uconnect® Voice Command..................327
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.................577
Unleaded Gasoline........................425
598 INDEX

INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENT
Special design considerations are incorporated into this
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
equipment must be installed properly by trained person-
nel. The following must be observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly
to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
The negative power connection should be made to body
sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection.
This connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the
roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used
in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may
affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on
vehicles so equipped.
The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use
only fully shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to
ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interfer-
ence between the communications equipment and the
vehicle’s electronic systems.