traction control DODGE CHALLENGER 2020 User Guide

280SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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It is recommended to replace the two front tires
or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire
can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling. If
you ever replace a wheel, make sure that the
wheel’s specifications match those of the
original wheels.
It is recommended you contact an authorized
tire dealer or original equipment dealer with any
questions you may have on tire specifications or
capability. Failure to use equivalent
replacement tires may adversely affect the
safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
TIRE TYPES
All Season Tires — If Equipped
All Season tires provide traction for all seasons
(Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter). Traction
levels may vary between different all season
tires. All season tires can be identified by the
M+S, M&S, M/S or MS designation on the tire
sidewall. Use all season tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety
and handling of your vehicle.
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If
Equipped
Summer tires provide traction in both wet and
dry conditions, and are not intended to be
driven in snow or on ice. If your vehicle is
equipped with Summer tires, be aware these
tires are not designed for Winter or cold driving
conditions. Install Winter tires on your vehicle
when ambient temperatures are less than 40°F
(5°C) or if roads are covered with ice or snow.
For more information, contact an authorized
dealer.
Summer tires do not contain the all season
designation or mountain/snowflake symbol on
the tire sidewall. Use Summer tires only in sets
of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the
safety and handling of your vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating, or
speed rating other than that specified for
your vehicle. Some combinations of unap
-
proved tires and wheels may change
suspension dimensions and performance
characteristics, resulting in changes to
steering, handling, and braking of your
vehicle. This can cause unpredictable
handling and stress to steering and
suspension components. You could lose
control and have a collision resulting in
serious injury or death. Use only the tire and
wheel sizes with load ratings approved for
your vehicle.
Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally
equipped on your vehicle. Using a tire with
a smaller load index could result in tire
overloading and failure. You could lose
control and have a collision.
Failure to equip your vehicle with tires
having adequate speed capability can
result in sudden tire failure and loss of
vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a
different size may result in false speedometer
and odometer readings.
WARNING! (Continued)
WARNING!
Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice
conditions. You could lose vehicle control,
resulting in severe injury or death. Driving too
fast for conditions also creates the possibility
of loss of vehicle control.

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Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or
Low Gloss Clear Coat Wheels
TIRE CHAINS AND TRACTION DEVICES —
N
ON-SRT
Use of traction devices require sufficient
tire-to-body clearance. Due to limited clearance,
the following traction devices are
recommended. Follow these recommendations
to guard against damage.
Traction device must be of proper size for the
tire, as recommended by the traction device
manufacturer.
No other tire sizes are recommended for use
with a tire chain or traction device.
Install on rear tires only. Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Models
For a 235/55R18 tire, use of a Peerless Chain
Super Z6 low profile traction device or
equivalent is recommended.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
For a 235/55R19 tire, use of an S Class traction
device or equivalent is recommended.
CAUTION!
If your vehicle is equipped with these
specialty wheels, DO NOT USE wheel
cleaners, abrasives, or polishing compounds.
They will permanently damage this finish and
such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. HAND WASH ONLY
USING MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT
CLOTH. Used on a regular basis; this is all that
is required to maintain this finish.
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type
(M+S, Snow) between front and rear axles
can cause unpredictable handling. You could
lose control and have a collision.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires,
observe the following precautions:
Because of restricted traction device clear
-
ance between tires and other suspension
components, it is important that only trac-
tion devices in good condition are used.
Broken devices can cause serious damage.
Stop the vehicle immediately if noise
occurs that could indicate device breakage.
Remove the damaged parts of the device
before further use.
Install device as tightly as possible and
then retighten after driving about ½ mile
(0.8 km). Autosock traction devices do not
require retightening.
Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and
large bumps, especially with a loaded
vehicle.
Do not drive for prolonged period on dry
pavement.
Observe the traction device manufacturer’s
instructions on the method of installation,
operating speed, and conditions for use.
Always use the suggested operating speed
of the device manufacturer’s if it is less
than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Do not use traction devices on a compact
spare tire.
CAUTION! (Continued)

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TIRE ROTATION—DIFFERENT TIRE SIZE
O
N FRONT AND REAR AXLE
The suggested rotation method is the
“side-to-side” as shown in the following
diagram. This method is required due to
different size tires on the front and rear of the
vehicle.

Tire Rotation (Side-to-Side)

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories
were established by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The specific grade rating assigned by the
tire's manufacturer in each category is
shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform
to Federal safety requirements in
addition to these grades.
TREADWEAR
The Treadwear grade is a comparative
rating, based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear one and one-half times as well on
the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
TRACTION GRADES
The Traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades
represent the tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement, as measured under
controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics.

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Ignition
............................................................ 17Switch......................................................... 17In Vehicle Help Vehicle User Guide...................................... 11Information Center, Vehicle............................. 74Inside Rearview Mirror............................ 38, 199Instrument ClusterDescriptions.................................. 68, 71, 89Display................................................. 73, 76Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning.................... 290Interior Appearance Care............................... 289Interior Lights.................................................. 43Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers).................. 45Introduction....................................................... 8iPod/USB/MP3 Control....................... 349, 368Bluetooth Streaming Audio....................... 368
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Jack Location................................................. 216Jack Operation..................................... 217, 269Jacking Instructions....................................... 217Jump Starting...................................... 226, 227
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Key FobArm The System
.......................................... 23Panic Alarm................................................. 14Programming Additional Key Fobs....... 16, 22Unlatch The Trunk....................................... 14
Key Fob Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................................... 14Key Fob Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................................... 16Key-In Reminder.............................................. 18Keyless Enter-N-Go.......................................... 25Enter The Trunk........................................... 14Keys................................................................. 12Replacement........................................ 16, 22
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Lane Change And Turn Signals........................ 43Lane Change Assist......................................... 43Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 115Latches......................................................... 147Hood............................................................ 57Lead Free Gasoline....................................... 293Leaks, Fluid.................................................. 147Life Of Tires................................................... 279Light Bulbs........................................... 147, 204Lights............................................................ 147Air Bag...................................... 83, 121, 146Automatic Headlights.................................. 42Brake Assist Warning.................................. 98Brake Warning....................................83, 291Bulb Replacement.................................... 204Courtesy/Reading....................................... 43Cruise................................................... 89, 90Daytime Running......................................... 41Dimmer Switch, Headlight........................... 41
Electronic Stability Program(ESP)Indicator..................................................84Exterior.............................................. 40, 147Fog...............................................................43Headlight Switch..........................................40Headlights............................................ 40, 42Headlights On With Wipers..........................42High Beam...................................................41High Beam/Low Beam Select......................41Instrument Cluster.......................................40Intensity Control..........................................44Interior.........................................................43License..................................................... 207Lights On Reminder.....................................42Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)..........86Map.............................................................43Park......................................................42, 89Passing........................................................42Reading.......................................................43Seat Belt Reminder.....................................83Security Alarm.............................................84Service...................................................... 204Traction Control...........................................98Turn Signals......................... 41, 43, 89, 147Vanity Mirror................................................40Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions................................... 84, 89Load Shed Battery Saver On............................81Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction..............81Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor...............81

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................................ 216, 217, 269Compact Spare......................................... 281General Information........................ 276, 281High Speed................................................ 277Inflation Pressure...................................... 277Jacking............................................ 217, 269Life Of Tires............................................... 279Load Capacity............................................ 273Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS)........................................... 87, 107Quality Grading.......................................... 286Radial........................................................ 277Replacement............................................. 279Rotation.................................................... 285Safety.............................................. 269, 276Sizes.......................................................... 270Snow Tires................................................. 281Spare Tires............................. 216, 281, 282Spinning.................................................... 278Trailer Towing............................................ 194Tread Wear Indicators............................... 278Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 291To Open Hood.................................................. 57Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight....................... 193Towing........................................................... 190Disabled Vehicle........................................ 232Guide......................................................... 192Recreational.............................................. 197Weight....................................................... 192
Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 197Traction......................................................... 197Traction Control............................................ 100Trailer Towing............................................... 190Cooling System Tips................................. 196Hitches..................................................... 191Minimum Requirements........................... 193Tips........................................................... 196Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 193Wiring....................................................... 195Trailer Towing Guide..................................... 192Trailer Weight................................................ 192Transfer CaseFluid.............................. 268, 299, 301, 302Maintenance............................................ 268Transmission................................................ 160Automatic............................... 158, 160, 267Fluid.............................. 299, 301, 302, 304Maintenance............................................ 267Manual..................................................... 155Shifting..................................................... 158Transporting Pets.......................................... 145Tread Wear Indicators.................................. 278Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)......................................... 58Trunk Release Remote Control........................ 58Turn Signals.............................................. 43, 89
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UconnectAdvanced Phone Connectivity
................... 366Phone Call Features................................. 363Things You Should Know About YourUconnect Phone................................... 366Uconnect Settings............... 13, 14, 21, 317Uconnect 4 With 7-Inch Display.................... 307Uconnect 4C/4C Nav With 8.4-Inch
Display.......................................................... 323Uconnect Phone................ 359, 360, 361, 362Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress..................... 364Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress................ 364Bluetooth Communication Link................ 367Call By Saying A Phonebook Name........... 363Call Continuation...................................... 366Call Controls............................................. 364Call Termination....................................... 365Cancel Command..................................... 359Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The Uconnect Phone And Mobile
Phone
................................................... 366Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device After Pairing..... 361Deleting A Phone Or Audio Device............ 362Dial By Saying A Number.......................... 363

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