headlamp DODGE CHALLENGER 2015 3.G Owners Manual

▫Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped.......130
▫Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment . . .130
▫Manual Front Seatback Recline............131
▫Passenger Seat Easy Entry...............132
▫Head Restraints......................133
▫Folding Rear Seat.....................134
!TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD.........136
!LIGHTS.............................138
▫Headlight Switch.....................138
▫Automatic Headlights — If Equipped.......139
▫Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only).............139
▫Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If
Equipped...........................139
▫Headlight Time Delay..................141
▫Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If
Equipped...........................141
▫Lights-On Reminder...................142
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped...............142
▫Multifunction Lever...................143
▫Turn Signals.........................143
▫Lane Change Assist...................144
▫High/Low Beam Switch................144
▫Flash-To-Pass........................144
▫Map/Reading Lights...................144
▫Interior Lights.......................145
!WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS......147
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Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for
headlight, parking light and instrument panel light op-
eration.
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
This system automatically turns the headlights on or off
according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on,
rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the
AUTO position. When the system is on, the headlight
time delay feature is also on. This means the headlights
will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you place the
ignition into the OFF position. To turn the automatic
system off, move the headlight switch out of the AUTO
position.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the headlights
will come on in the automatic mode.
Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is
placed in the AUTO position and programmable feature
is set to ON. In addition, the headlights will turn off
when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by
this feature.
NOTE:The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be
turned on or off using the Uconnect® System. Refer to
“Uconnect® Settings/Customer Programmable Fea-
tures” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If
Equipped
The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control system
provides increased forward lighting at night by automat-
ing high beam control through the use of a digital camera
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mounted on the inside rearview mirror. This camera
detects vehicle specific light and automatically switches
from high beams to low beams until the approaching
vehicle is out of view.
NOTE:
•The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be
turned on or off using the Uconnect® System. Refer to
“Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru-
ment Panel” for further information.
•Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and taillights
of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to
remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film,
and other obstructions on the windshield or camera
lens will cause the system to function improperly.
If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlamp
Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be re-aimed
to ensure proper performance. See your local authorized
dealer.
To Activate
1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight
position.
2. Push the multifunction lever away from you (toward
front of vehicle) to engage the high beam mode.
NOTE:This system will not activate until the vehicle is
at or above 15 mph (24 km/h).
To Deactivate
1. Pull the multifunction lever toward you (or rearward
in car) to manually deactivate the system (normal
operation of low beams).
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2. Push back on the multifunction lever once again to
reactivate the system.
Headlight Time Delay
This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination
for up to 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in an
unlit area.
To activate the delay feature, turn OFF the ignition switch
while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off the
headlights within 45 seconds. The delay interval begins
when the headlight switch is turned off.
NOTE:The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds
of turning the ignition OFF to activate this feature.
If you turn the headlights, park lights or ignition switch
ON again, the system will cancel the delay.
If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will
turn off in the normal manner.
NOTE:The Headlight Time Delay is programmable us-
ing the Uconnect® System, refer to “Uconnect® Settings”
in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further
information.
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped
The Daytime Running Lights will turn On when the
engine is started and remain On unless the headlamps
are turned ON, the parking brake is applied, or the
engine is shut Off.
NOTE:If allowed by law in the country in which the
vehicle was purchased the Daytime Running Lights can
be turned on and off using the Uconnect® System, refer
to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru-
ment Panel” for further information.
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▫Brake System........................517
▫Clutch Hydraulic System — Manual Transmission
(If Equipped).........................520
▫Manual Transmission — If Equipped.......520
▫Automatic Transmission — If Equipped.....521
▫Rear Axle...........................522
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................523
!FUSES..............................529
▫Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses).....530
▫Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses).....535
!VEHICLE STORAGE....................542
!REPLACEMENT BULBS.................543
!BULB REPLACEMENT..................545
▫Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp,
Park/Turn Lamp — Models with Halogen
Headlamps — If Equipped...............545
▫Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and
Park/Turn Lamp — Models with High Intensity
Discharge (HID) Headlamps — If Equipped . . .546
▫Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp............547
▫Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp...............547
▫Center Tail/Backup Lamp...............547
▫Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) . .547
▫License Lamp........................547
!FLUID CAPACITIES....................548
!FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS . .549
▫Engine.............................549
▫Chassis............................552
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
15–20 Amp YellowLH HID
16–20 Amp YellowRH HID
18 40 Amp Green–Radiator Fan #2 – If Equipped
19 50 Amp Red–Power Steering #2 / Radiator Fan (6.2L Supercharged)
20 30 Amp Pink–Wiper Motor
21 30 Amp Pink–Headlamp Washers – If Equipped
22 40 Amp Green /
20 Amp Blue –
Police
–Engine Cooling/Intercooler Pump / Police Bat Feed #
3 – If Equipped
23 20 Amp Blue–Police Bat Feed#1–IfEquipped
24 20 Amp Blue–Police Bat Feed#3–IfEquipped
28––Fuse – Spare
29–15 Amp BlueTransmission – If Equipped
30––Fuse – Spare
31–25 Amp ClearEngine Module
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Exterior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Headlamp – High Intensity Discharge (HID)D3S (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) *
Halogen HeadlampHIR2LL
Front Park/Turn LampLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Front Fog LampH11LL (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Front Side MarkerLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Tail LampLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Stop/Turn LampLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Side MarkerLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Backup LampLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
LicenseLED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
* The headlamps are a type of high-voltage discharge
tube. High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlamp switch off and the key removed. Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb
yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer for service.
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BULB REPLACEMENT
NOTE:Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo-
spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric
conditions change to allow the condensation to change
back into a vapor. Turning the lamps on will usually
accelerate the clearing process.
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp,
Park/Turn Lamp — Models with Halogen
Headlamps — If Equipped
To replace the passenger side lamps:
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlamp cover.
3. Reach behind the passenger headlamp assembly.
NOTE:The park/turn lamps can also be accessed at this
point.
4. Turn the headlamp access cap counterclockwise to
remove.
5. Remove bulb by turning it counter clockwise and
disconnect.
6. Install new bulb by turning it clockwise and reconnect.
7. Reinstall headlamp access cap by turning it clockwise
and then reinstall headlamp cover.
To replace the driver side lamps:
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the air cleaner filter cover by removing three
fasteners and loosening the clean air inlet clamp and
then rotate cover off to the side.
NOTE:The cover has an electrical connector that does
not need to be disconnected if the cover is rotated off to
the side.
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3. Remove one fastener on the lower air box to remove
and access the rear of the headlamp assembly.
4. Reach behind the passenger headlamp assembly.
NOTE:The park/turn lamps can also be accessed at this
point.
5. Remove the headlamp cover.
6. Turn the headlamp access cap counterclockwise to
remove.
7. Remove bulb by turn it counter clockwise and discon-
nect.
8. Install new bulb by turning it clockwise and reconnect.
9. Reinstall headlamp access cap by turning it clockwise
and then reinstall headlamp cover.
10. Reinstall engine air cleaner assembly.
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and
Park/Turn Lamp — Models with High Intensity
Discharge (HID) Headlamps — If Equipped
HID Headlamps
The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlamp switch off and the key removed.Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb
yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of
HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned
ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electro-
cution if not serviced properly. See your authorized
dealer for service.
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NOTE:On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps,
when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to
the lamps. This diminishes and becomes more white after
approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges.
Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp
The Side Markers use LED lamps that are not serviceable
separately. The Side Markers must be replaced as an
assembly, see your authorized dealer.
Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp
The Tail/Turn and Stop Lamps use LED lamps that are
not serviceable separately. The Tail/Turn and Stop
Lamps must be replaced as an assembly, see your autho-
rized dealer.
Center Tail/Backup Lamp
The Center Tail/Backup Lamp use LED lamps that are
not serviceable separately. The Center Tail/Backup Lamp
must be replaced as an assembly, see your authorized
dealer.
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
The CHMSL uses LED lamps that are not serviceable
separately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly,
see your authorized dealer.
License Lamp
The License Lamp use LED lamps that are not serviceable
separately. The License Lamp must be replaced as an
assembly, see your authorized dealer.
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