tow DODGE CHALLENGER 2016 3.G Manual PDF

Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog
lights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone break-
age than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPAR Glass Cleaner, or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive typecleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or windows
equipped with radio antennas. Do not use scrapers or
other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or cloth that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution may
be used, but do not use high alcohol content or
abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a
clean damp cloth.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 565

Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR Total Clean, a mild
soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the
belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
WARNING!
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and
leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do
not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt
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WARNING!(Continued)
assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they
have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn web-
bing, etc.).
Cleaning The Center Console Cupholders
Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent
with the cupholder in the center console.
NOTE:The cupholder cannot be removed.
566 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 3.6L
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).The message “Oil Change Required” will be displayed in
the DID and a single chime will sound, indicating that an
oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Driver Informa-
tion Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months or
350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The
350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
concern for fleet customers.
600 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 5.7L
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).The message “Oil Change Required” will be displayed in
the DID and a single chime will sound, indicating that an
oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Driver Informa-
tion Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or
350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The
350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
concern for fleet customers.
602 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or
frequent trailer towing. XX X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
606 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Miles:6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000 114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the manual trans-
mission fluid (if equipped). XX X
Change the rear axle fluid if
using your vehicle for any
of the following: police, taxi,
fleet or frequent trailer
towing. XX X
Replace the engine air
cleaner filter. XXXXX
Replace the air conditioning
filter. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect and replace the
PCV Valve if necessary X
Replace the spark plugs –
6.4L Engine ** X
612 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Child Restraints.........................73
Child Seat Installation .....................89
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........86
Infants And Child Restraints ................75
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....84
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt ..................................87
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......79
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........75
Seating Positions ........................78
Using The Top Tether Anchorage .............90
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .461
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .562
Climate Control ......................... .340
Automatic ........................... .340
Cold Weather Operation ....................386
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .445
Console, Overhead ....................... .198Contract, Service
......................... .619
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........552
Cooling System .......................... .549
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............551
Coolant Capacity .............585, 586, 587, 588
Coolant Level ..................... .549, 553
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................553
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................550
Inspection ........................... .553
Points To Remember .....................554
Pressure Cap ......................... .552
Radiator Cap ......................... .552
Selection Of Coolant (Anti-
freeze) .....550, 585, 586, 587, 588, 589, 590, 592, 595
Corrosion Protection ...................... .560
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................160
Cruise Light ......................... .255, 256
Cupholders ......................... .214, 566
Customer Assistance ...................... .617
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INDEX 629

Customer Programmable Features..........278, 280
Data Recorder, Event .......................72
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............148
Daytime Running Lights ....................142
Dealer Service ........................... .530
Deck Lid, Emergency Release .................44
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................42
Defroster, Rear Window .....................219
Defroster, Windshield .......................97
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................149
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................527
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................145
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .532
Disabled Vehicle Towing ..............518, 519, 520
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................553
Door Ajar .............................. .241Door Ajar Light
......................... .241
Door Locks Door Locks ......................... .24, 31
KeyFob...............................31
Remote ...............................31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................31
Door Locks, Automatic ......................34
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .199
Driver Information Display DID ............................ .260, 262
Instrument Cluster Display .............260, 262
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .406
Electrical Power Outlets .....................210
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................115
Electronic Brake Control System ...............413
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................414
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Electronic Roll Mitigation.................426
Traction Control System ...................420
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......567
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..................155, 156, 160
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............421
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........239
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................44
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................514
Jacking .............................. .501
Jump Starting ..................... .510, 512
Overheating .......................... .487
Towing ....................... .518, 519, 520
Emergency Trunk Release ....................44
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........529
Engine ............................. .525, 526
Air Cleaner .......................... .539
Block Heater ......................... .387Break-In Recommendations
.................92
Checking Oil Level ..................... .532
Compartment ...................524, 525, 526
Compartment Identification ................524
Coolant (Antifreeze) ........549, 589, 590, 592, 595
Cooling ............................. .549
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................95, 465
Fails To Start ......................... .386
Flooded, Starting ...................... .386
Fuel Requirements ..................... .459
Jump Starting ..................... .510, 512
Oil .......532, 585, 586, 587, 588, 589, 590, 592, 595
Oil Change Interval ..................... .533
Oil Filler Cap ...................... .535, 536
Oil Filter ............................ .538
Oil Selection ..........533, 534, 585, 586, 587, 588
Oil Synthetic ......................... .538
Overheating .......................... .487
Starting ............................. .380
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INDEX 631

Passing............................. .145
Switch .............................. .139
Time Delay ........................... .142
Washers ............................. .546
Headlight Washers ....................... .546
Head Restraints ...................... .133, 134
Head Rests ......................... .133, 134
Heated Mirrors ...........................115
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .387
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .145
Hill Start Assist .......................... .417
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .474
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ..............199
Hood Release ........................... .137
Ignition Key..................................12
Illuminated Entry ..........................22 Immobilizer (Sentry Key)
....................17
Information Center, Vehicle ..................257
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................107
Instrument Cluster ...........225, 228, 236, 238, 254
Instrument Panel And Controls ...............224
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............565
Interior Appearance Care ....................563
Interior Lights .......................... .146
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............149
Introduction ..............................4
iPod Control ............................ .335
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ....................335
Bluetooth Streaming Audio ................335
Jacking Instructions ....................... .504
Jack Location ........................... .501
Jack Operation ....................... .501, 504
Jump Starting ........................ .510, 512
634 INDEX