warning DODGE CHALLENGER 2015 3.G Owner's Manual
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FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW)
The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system provides the driver with audible warnings
and visual warnings within the Driver Information Display (DID), to warn the driver when
it detects a potential frontal collision. The warnings are intended to provide the driver with
enough time to react, avoid or mitigate the potential collision.
NOTE:
FCW monitors the information from the forward looking sensors as well as the Electronic
Brake Controller (EBC), to calculate the probability of a forward collision. When the
system determines that a forward collision is probable, the driver will be provided with
audible and visual warnings.
Turning FCW ON Or OFF
The forward collision button is located on the switch panel below the Uconnect®display.
•ToturntheFCWsystemOFF,presstheforwardcollisionbuttononce(LEDturnson).
•To t u r n t h e F C W s y s t e m b a c k O N , p r e s s t h e f o r w a r d c o l l i s i o n b u t t o n a g a i n ( L E D t u r n s o f f ) .
NOTE:
The default status of FCW is “On”, this allows the system to warn you of a possible
collision with the vehicle in front of you.
Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system from warning you of a possible
collision with the vehicle in front of you. If FCW is set to “Off”, “FCW OFF” will be
displayed in the Driver Information Display (DID).
Changing FCW Status
The FCW feature has two settings and can be changed within the Uconnect®System
Screen:
•Far
•Near
Far
The default status of FCW is the “Far” setting.
The far setting provides warnings for potential collisions more distant in front of the
vehicle, allowing the driver to have the most reaction time to avoid a collision.
More cautious drivers that do not mind frequent warnings may prefer this setting.
NOTE:
This setting gives you the most reaction time.
Near
Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows the system to warn you of a
potential frontal collision when you are much closer.
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This setting provides less reaction time than the “Far” setting, which allows for a more
dynamic driving experience.
More dynamic or aggressive drivers that want to avoid frequent warnings may prefer this
setting.
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
WARNING!
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to avoid a collision on its own, nor can
FCW detect every type of potential collision. The driver has the responsibility to avoid
acollisionbycontrollingthevehicleviabrakingandsteering.Failuretofollowthis
warning could lead to serious injury or death.
PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST
The four ParkSense®sensors, located in the rear fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind
the vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view.
The sensors can detect obstacles from approximately 12 in (30 cm) up to 79 in (200 cm)
from the rear bumper while the vehicle is in REVERSE, a warning will display in the Driver
Information Display (DID) only when (Sound and Display is selected from the Uconnect®
System). As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the (DID) will show fewer arcs and
the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
AUTOSTICK
AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission feature providing manual shift control,
giving you more control of the vehicle. AutoStick allows you to maximize engine braking,
eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, 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 (D) position, the transmission will operate automatically,
shifting between the eight available gears. To activate AutoStick, move the shift lever into the
MANUAL (M) position (beside the DRIVE position). The current transmission gear will be
displayed in the instrument cluster, along with a highlighted "M" (Manual) indication. When
the shift lever is in the MANUAL (M) position, tap the shift lever forward (-) (or tap the (-) shift
paddle on the steering wheel, if equipped) to downshift the transmission to the next lower
gear, or tap the lever rearward (+) (or tap the (+) shift paddle, if equipped) to command an
upshift.
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To d i s e n g a g e A u t o S t i c k m o d e , r e t u r n t h e s h i f t l e v e r t o t h e D R I V E p o s i t i o n , o r p r e s s a n d
hold the (+) shift paddle (if equipped, and the shift lever is already in DRIVE) until “D” is
once again indicated 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.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels
could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury.
SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCE CONTROL
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a S p o r t M o d e f e a t u r e . T h i s m o d e i s a c o n f i g u r a t i o n s e t u p
for typical enthusiast driving. The engine, transmission (when equipped with automatic
transmission), and steering systems are all set to their SPORT settings. Sport Mode will
provide improved throttle response and modified shifting for an enhanced driving
experience, as well the greatest amount of steering feel. This mode may be activated and
deactivated by pressing the Sport button on the instrument panel switch bank.
For vehicles equipped with Drive Modes, Refer to “Performance Control — If Equipped”
within “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” chapter on your
DVD or in the “Drive Mode Supplement” within your Owners information kit for further
information.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 TO 4 SKIP SHIFT
There are times when you must shift the transmission directly from first gear to fourth gear
instead of from first gear to second gear. This is to help you get the best possible fuel
economy from your vehicle. This occurs when the engine coolant (antifreeze) is higher
than 106°F (41°C), vehicle speed is greater than 19 mph (30 km/h) but less than 21 mph
(34 km/h), and the transmission is in first gear, and the accelerator is at¼throttle or less.
After you shift the transmission to fourth gear, you can press the clutch in and shift to
another forward gear.
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MAX A/C
MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling performance.
•PressandreleasetotogglebetweenMAXA/Candthepriorsettings.Thebuttononthe
touchscreen illuminates when MAX A/C is ON.
In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be adjusted to desired user settings.
Pressing other settings will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to the prior settings and
the MAX A/C indicator will turn off.
SYNC Temperature Button
•Pressthe“SYNC”buttononcetocontroldriverandpassengertemperaturessimulta-
neously.
•Pressthe“SYNC”buttonasecondtimetocontrolthetemperaturesindividually.
Air Recirculation
•UseRecirculationformaximumA/Coperation.
•Forwindowdefogging,turntheRecirculationbuttonoff.
•IftheRecirculationbuttonispushedwhileintheAUTOmode,theindicatorlightmay
flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically. The
Recirculation button will be greyed out in these conditions.
Heated Mirrors (If Equipped)
The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on
the rear window defroster.
PARKVIEW® REAR BACK-UP CAMERA
Yo u c a n s e e a n o n - s c r e e n i m a g e o f t h e r e a r o f y o u r v e h i c l e w h e n e v e r t h e s h i f t l e v e r i s p u t
into REVERSE. The ParkView®Rear Back-Up Camera image will be displayed on the radio
display screen, located on the center stack of the instrument panel.
If the radio display screen appears foggy, clean the camera lens located on the rear of the
vehicle above the rear license plate.
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up; even when using the ParkView®Rear
Back-Up Camera. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check for
pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before backing up.
Yo u m u s t c o n t i n u e t o p a y a t t e n t i o n w h i l e b a c k i n g u p . F a i l u r e t o d o s o c a n r e s u l t i n
serious injury or death.
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BLIND SPOT MONITORING
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar-based sensors, located inside the
rear bumper fascia, to detect Highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motor-
cycles etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system warning light, located in the outside mirrors, will
illuminate if a vehicle moves into a blind spot zone.
The BSM system can also be configured to sound an audible (chime) alert and mute the
radio to notify you of objects that have entered the detection zones.
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
POWER SUNROOF
The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console.
Opening Sunroof
Express Open
Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof will fully
open and stop automatically.
Manual Open
Press and hold the switch rearward to open the sunroof. Any release of the switch will stop
the movement, and the sunroof will remain in a partially open position until the switch is
pressed again.
Venting Sunroof
Press and release the button and the sunroof will open to the vent position.
This is called “Express Vent” and will occur regardless of sunroof position. During Express
Vent operation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof.
Closing Sunroof
Express Closing
Press the switch forward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof will fully close
automatically from any position.
Manual Closing
Press and hold the switch forward to close the sunroof. Any release of the switch will stop
the movement, and the sunroof will remain in a partially closed position until the switch
is pressed again.
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Pinch Protection Feature
•ThisfeaturewilldetectanobstructionintheopeningofthesunroofduringExpress
Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will
automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, press the switch
forward and release to Express Close.
NOTE:
If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth
close attempt will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled.
WARNING!
•Neverleavechildrenunattendedinavehicle,anddonotleavetheKeyFobinor
near the vehicle, and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in
the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can
become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
•Inacollision,thereisagreaterriskofbeingthrownfromavehiclewithanopen
sunroof. You could also be severely injured or killed. Always fasten your seat belt
properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured.
•Donotallowsmallchildrentooperatethesunroof.Neverallowyourfingers,other
body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may result.
WIND BUFFETING
•Windbuffetingcanbedescribedasahelicopter-typepercussionsound.Ifbuffeting
occurs with the windows open, adjust the windows together.
•Ifbuffetingoccurswiththesunroofopen,adjustthesunroofopening,oradjustany
window. This will minimize buffeting.
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Uconnect® ACCESS
Uconnect® Access — If Equipped (Available On Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN —
U.S. Residents Only)
WARNING!
ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the steering wheel. You have full responsibility
and assume all risks related to the use of the Uconnect®features and applications in
this vehicle. Only use Uconnect®when it is safe to do so. Failure to do so may result in
an accident involving serious injury or death.
Uconnect®Access enhances your ownership and driving experience by connecting your
vehicle with a built-in cellular connection. With Uconnect®Access, you can:
•Placeacalltoalocal9-1-1Operatorforemergencyassistance.
•Remotelylock/unlockyourdoorsandstartyourvehiclefromvirtuallyanywhere,using
the Uconnect®Access App from your smartphone. You can also do so by logging into
Mopar Owner Connect, or by calling Uconnect®Care. (Vehicle must be within the
United States and have network coverage).
•TurnyourvehicleintoaWiFiHotspotandconnectyourdevicestotheinternet.
•Receivetextoremailnotificationsifyourvehicle'stheftalarmgoesoff.
•Receivestolenvehicleassistance,usingGPStechnologytohelpauthoritieslocateyour
vehicle if it is stolen.
•Listentoyourtextmessagesorsendfree-formtextmessageswithyourvoicewhile
keeping your hands on the wheel, using the Voice Texting feature. Requires a cell phone
that supports Bluetooth Message Access Profile (MAP).
•Searchforplacestoeat,shop,relaxandplaywithYelp®,usingyourvoiceoron-screen
menu. Then navigate to them (navigation standard on Uconnect®8.4AN, optional on
Uconnect®8.4A).
•GetoperatorassistanceusingtheASSISTbuttononyourinteriorrearviewmirror.
Before you drive, familiarize yourself with the easy-to-use Uconnect® Access.
1. The ASSIST and 9-1-1 buttons are located on your rearview mirror. The ASSIST button
is used for contacting Roadside Assistance, Vehicle Care and Uconnect®Care. The
9-1-1 button connects you to emergency services.
NOTE:
Vehicles sold in Canada and Mexico DO NOT have 9-1-1 Call system capabilities. 9-1-1
or other emergency line operators in Canada and Mexico may not answer or respond to
9-1-1 system calls.
2. The Uconnect®“Apps” button on the menu bar at the bottom right corner of the radio
touchscreen. This is where you can begin your registration process, manage your Apps
and purchase WiFi on demand.
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Built-In Features (Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN)
CAUTION!
•Ignoringtherearviewmirrorlightcouldmeanyoumaynothave9-1-1Callservice
if needed. If the rearview mirror light is illuminated, have an authorized dealer
service the 9-1-1 Call system immediately.
•TheOccupantRestraintController(ORC)turnsontheAirBagWarningLightonthe
instrument panel if a malfunction is detected in any part of the air bag system. If the
Air Bag Warning Light is illuminated, the air bag system may not be working
properly and the 9-1-1 system may not be able to send a signal to a 9-1-1 operator.
If the Air Bag Warning Light is illuminated, have an authorized dealer service your
vehicle immediately.
•Ifanyoneinthevehiclecouldbeindanger(e.g.,fireorsmokeisvisible,dangerous
road conditions or location), do not wait for voice contact from a 9-1-1 operator. All
occupants should exit the vehicle immediately and move to a safe location.
•Donotaddanyaftermarketelectricalequipmenttothevehicle’selectricalsystem.
This may prevent your vehicle from sending a signal to initiate an emergency call.
To a v o i d i n t e r f e r e n c e t h a t c a n c a u s e t h e 9 - 1 - 1 C a l l s y s t e m t o f a i l , n e v e r a d d
aftermarket equipment (e.g., two-way mobile radio, CB radio, data recorder, etc.) to
your vehicle’s electrical system or modify the antennas on your vehicle. IF YOUR
VEHICLE LOSES BATTERY POWER FOR ANY REASON (INCLUDING DURING OR
AFTER AN ACCIDENT), THE UCONNECT®FEATURES, APPS AND SERVICES,
AMONG OTHERS, WILL NOT OPERATE.
1.Assist Call–TherearviewmirrorcontainsanASSISTpushbuttonwhich(once
registered) automatically connects the vehicle occupants to one of these predefined
destinations for immediate support:
•Roadside Assistance Call—Ifyou
get a flat tire, or need a tow, you’ll be
connected to someone who can help
anytime. Additional fees may apply.
Additional information in this sec-
tion.
•Uconnect® Access Care—Invehicle
support for Uconnect®Access Sys-
tem, Apps and Features.
•Vehicle Care—Totalsupportforyour
Chrysler Group LLC vehicle.ASSIST/9-1-1 Buttons
1—ASSISTButton2—9-1-1Button
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Using HomeLink®
To o p e r a t e , p u s h a n d r e l e a s e t h e p r o g r a m m e d H o m e L i n k®button. Activation will now
occur for the programmed device (e.g., garage door opener, gate operator, security system,
entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.). The hand-held transmitter of the device may
also be used at any time.
WARNING!
•Yourmotorizeddoororgatewillopenandclosewhileyouareprogrammingthe
universal transceiver. Do not program the transceiver if people or pets are in the
path of the door or gate.
•Donotrunyourvehicleinaclosedgarageorconfinedareawhileprogrammingthe
transceiver. Exhaust gas from your vehicle contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is
odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous when inhaled and can cause
you and others to be severely injured or killed.
POWER OUTLETS
There are two 12 Volt electrical power outlets on this vehicle.
The front 12 Volt power outlet is located on the passenger side of the Center Console
(ICS), and is powered when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. The outlet can
operate a conventional cigar lighter unit or power accessories designed for use with a
standard power outlet adapter.
Power Outlet — Integrated Center Stack(ICS) Front
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•Thetransmissionwillautomaticallydownshifttofirstgearwhencomingtoastop.After
astop,thedrivershouldmanuallyupshift(+)thetransmissionasthevehicleis
accelerated.
•Youcanstartout,fromastop,infirstorsecondgear.Tapping(+)(atastop)willallow
starting in second gear. Starting out in second gear can be helpful in snowy or icy
conditions.
•Ifarequesteddownshiftwouldcausetheenginetoover-speed,thatshiftwillnotoccur.
•Thesystemwillignoreattemptstoupshiftattoolowofavehiclespeed.
•Holdingthe(-)paddledepressed(ifequipped),orholdingtheshiftleverinthe(-)
position, will downshift the transmission to the lowest gear possible at the current
speed.
•TransmissionshiftingwillbemorenoticeablewhenAutoStickisengaged.
•Thesystemmayreverttoautomaticshiftmodeifafaultoroverheatconditionis
detected.
To d i s e n g a g e A u t o S t i c k m o d e , r e t u r n t h e s h i f t l e v e r t o t h e D R I V E p o s i t i o n , o r p r e s s a n d
hold the (+) shift paddle (if equipped, and the shift lever is already in DRIVE) until “D” is
once again indicated 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.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels
could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury.
DRIVE MODES
Yo u r S RT v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a S RT D r i v e M o d e f e a t u r e . T h i s f e a t u r e g i v e s t h e d r i v e r
control over the systems in the vehicle which affect its performance, enabling the driver
to tune it for desired driving scenarios.
NOTE:
Refer to the “Drive Mode Supplement” within your Owners Information kit for further
descriptions of these modes.
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