keyless DODGE CHALLENGER 2019 Owner's Manual

STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the
ignition is in “OFF” mode, remove the key fob from
the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in a
vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in
a location accessible to children), and do not leave
the ignition (of a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go) in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Apply the parking brake, place the gear selector in NEU-
TRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting vehicle.
This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition
system. It will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to
the floor.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
The gear selector must be in the PARK position before you
can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into
any driving gear.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following
precautions are not observed:
• Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop.
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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.
AutoPark
AutoPark is a supplemental feature to assist in placing the
vehicle in PARK should the situations on the following
pages occur. It is a back up system and should not be relied
upon as the primary method by which the driver shifts the
vehicle into PARK.
The conditions under which AutoPark will engage are
outlined on the following pages.
WARNING!
• Driver inattention could lead to failure to place the
vehicle in PARK. ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK
that your vehicle is in PARK by verifying that a solid
(not blinking) “P” is indicated in the instrument
cluster display and on the gear selector. If the P
indicator is blinking, your vehicle is not in PARK. As
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WARNING! (Continued)
an added precaution, always apply the parking brake
when exiting the vehicle.
• AutoPark is a supplemental feature. It is not de-
signed to replace the need to shift your vehicle into
PARK. It is a back up system and should not be
relied upon as the primary method by which the
driver shifts the vehicle into PARK.
If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver turns off the
engine, the vehicle may AutoPark.
AutoPark will engage when all of these conditions are met:
• Vehicle is equipped with an 8-speed transmission
• Vehicle is not in PARK
• Vehicle Speed is 1.2 MPH (1.9 km/h) or less
• Ignition switched from RUN to ACC
NOTE: For Keyless Go equipped vehicles, The engine will
turn off and the ignition switch will change to ACC mode.
After 30 minutes the ignition switches to OFF automati-
cally, unless the driver turns the ignition switch OFF.
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WARNING!
•Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully
when parked to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
• When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key fob
from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
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be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number
of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear
selector.
• When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the
keyless ignition node is in the OFF mode, remove the
key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave the
ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
• Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before
driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and
a collision.
• Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving
your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or
injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission in
PARK. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll
and cause damage or injury.
Parking Brake
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efforts into REVERSE with the ignition switch in the ON
position (RUN position for Keyless Enter-N-Go), as
compared to the ignition LOCK position (OFF position
for Keyless Enter-N-Go). This is normal operation of the
transmission reverse inhibitor system.
• Due to the high performance nature of your drivetrain,
you may hear your transmission. This can be most
noticeable when the vehicle is idling in NEUTRAL with
the clutch engaged (clutch pedal released), but it may
also be heard when driving at low engine RPM. Also,
this may be more noticeable when the transmission is
warm. This is a normal condition and is not an indica-
tion of a problem with your clutch or transmission.
1–4 Skip Shift
In Auto Drive Mode, Default, or Street Drive Modes, 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 at ¼ throttle or less. NOTE:
The1-4Skip Shift feature is disabled when
selecting Sport Mode. Refer to “Performance Pages — If
Equipped” in the “Multimedia” section for further descrip-
tions of this mode.
After you shift the transmission to fourth gear, you can
press the clutch in and shift to another forward gear.
Downshifting
To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, downshift
to maintain a safe speed when descending a steep grade.
WARNING!
Skipping more than one gear while downshifting,
could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. You
could have a collision.
CAUTION!
• If you skip more than one gear while downshifting
or downshift at too high an engine speed, you could
damage the engine, transmission, or clutch.
• Do not downshift into first gear when the vehicle is
moving faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), as you could
damage the engine and/or clutch.
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Anti-Lock Warning Light.....................122
Apple CarPlay ........................... .501
Arming System Security Alarm ...........................33
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .136
Audio Systems (Radio) ...................... .419
Auto Down Power Windows ...................80
Automatic Door Locks ........................41
Automatic Headlights ........................61
Automatic High Beams .......................61
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............76
Automatic Transmission ..................... .224
Adding Fluid .....................372, 413, 415
Fluid And Filter Change ...................372
Fluid Change .......................... .372
Fluid Level Check .....................371, 372
Fluid Type ...................... .371, 413, 415
Special Additives ........................ .372
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .....41, 228
AutoPark ................................211
Autostick Operation ............................. .229
AW D Towing ............................... .333
Axle Fluid ........................... .413, 415Axle Lubrication
....................... .413, 415
Back-Up ................................ .261
Battery ...............................117,349
Charging System Light .....................117
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................22
Location .............................. .349
Belts, Seat ............................... .202
Blind Spot Monitoring ...................... .139
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................360
B-Pillar Location .......................... .379
Brake Assist System ........................ .131
Brake Control System ....................... .131
Brake Fluid ....................... .369, 413, 415
Brake System ......................... .369, 404
Fluid Check ..................... .369,
413, 415
Master Cylinder ........................ .369
Parking .............................. .215
Warning Light .......................115,404
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................223
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..........214
Brightness, Interior Lights .....................65
Bulb Replacement ......................... .286
Bulbs, Light .......................... .204, 286
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HomeLink (Garage Door Opener)................87
Hood Prop ................................83
Hood Release ..............................83
Ignition ..................................26
Switch .................................26
Information Center, Vehicle ...................105
Inside Rearview Mirror ....................57, 281
Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........................ .102, 123
Display ........................... .105, 108
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................400
Interior Appearance Care .....................399
Interior Lights ..............................64
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ...............67
Introduction ................................4
In Vehicle Help Vehicle User Guide ........................17
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ..................... .483
Bluetooth Streaming Audio .................483
Jacking Instructions ........................ .303
Jack Location ............................ .301
Jack Operation ........................ .303, 373Jump Starting
..................... .324, 325, 326
Key Fob Arm The System ..........................34
Panic Alarm .............................21
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........25, 33
Unlatch The Trunk ........................21
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....22
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......25
Key-In Reminder ............................28
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..........................37
Enter The Trunk ..........................21
Keys ....................................18
Replacement ......................... .25, 33
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................63
Lane Change Assist ..........................63
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ .159
Latches ................................. .204
Hood ..................................83
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .406
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .204
Life Of Tires ............................. .387
Light

Bulbs .......................... .204, 286
Lights .................................. .204
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Rear Camera............................. .261
Rear ParkSense System ..................... .254
Rear Seats, Folding ..........................44
Recreational Towing ........................ .276
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .408
Refrigerant .............................. .357
Release, Hood ..............................83
Reminder, Lights On .........................62
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .158
Remote Keyless Entry Arm The Alarm ..........................34
Panic Alarm .............................21
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........25, 33
Unlatch The Trunk ........................21
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .....................30
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features . . .31, 435
Uconnect Settings ..................... .31, 435
Remote Trunk Release ........................84
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .286
Replacement Keys ....................... .25, 33
Replacement Tires ......................... .388
Reporting Safety Defects .....................509
Restraints, Child .......................... .180
Restraints, Head ............................51 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck
...................330
Rotation, Tires ............................ .395
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................202
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................204
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................509
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .201
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .374
Safety Tips .............................. .201
Schedule, Maintenance ................337, 338, 341
Seat Belt Reminder .........................115
Seat Belts ............................ .157, 202
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........165
Child Restraints ........................ .180
Energy Management Feature ................164
Extender .............................. .163
Fr

ont Seat ...................... .157, 159, 161
Inspection ............................. .202
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................161
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .159
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............163
Operating Instructions .....................161
Pregnant Women ........................ .164
Pretensioners .......................... .164
Rear Seat ............................. .159
522 INDEX