seats DODGE CHALLENGER 2021 Owner's Guide

218SAFETY
The seat belts in the passenger seating positions
are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap
portion of the seat belt tight around the child
restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking
clip. The ALR retractor can be “switched” into a
locked mode by pulling all of the webbing out of the
retractor and then letting the webbing retract back
into the retractor. If it is locked, the ALR will make
a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back
into the retractor. Refer to the “Automatic Locking
Mode” description on Úpage 198 for additional
information on ALR.
Please see the table below and the following
sections for more information.
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing
Child Restraints In This Vehicle
NOTE:If your vehicle is not equipped with a rear seat, FCA
US LLC recommends that you do not allow children
12 years old and under to ride in your vehicle. If the
rear seats are not present in your vehicle, NEVER
install a child restraint in these positions.
WARNING!
Never place a rear-facing child restraint in
front of an air bag. A deploying passenger
front air bag can cause death or serious injury
to a child 12 years or younger, including a
child in a rear-facing child restraint.
Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the
front seat of a vehicle. Only use a rear-facing
child restraint in the rear seat. If the vehicle
does not have a rear seat, do not transport a
rear-facing child restraint in that vehicle.
WARNING!
Improper installation or failure to properly
secure a child restraint can lead to failure of
the restraint. The child could be badly injured
or killed.
Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
directions exactly when installing an infant or
child restraint.

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Installing A Child Restraint With A
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR):
Child restraint systems are designed to be secured
in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion
of a lap/shoulder belt.

1. Place the child seat in the center of the
seating position. If the second row seat can
be reclined, you may recline the seat and/or
raise the head restraint (if adjustable) to get a
better fit. If the rear seat can be moved
forward and rearward in the vehicle, you may
wish to move it to its rear-most position to
make room for the child seat. You may also
move the front seat forward to allow more
room for the child seat.
2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the
retractor to pass it through the belt path of the
child restraint. Do not twist the belt webbing in
the belt path.
3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”
4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight against the child seat.
5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the
seat belt webbing out of the retractor. Then,
allow the webbing to retract back into the
retractor. As the webbing retracts, you will hear
a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is
now in the Automatic Locking mode.
6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is locked, you should not be able to pull out any
webbing. If the retractor is not
locked, repeat
step 5.
7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child
restraint while you push the child restraint
rearward and downward into the vehicle seat. 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and
the seating position has a top tether
anchorage, connect the tether strap to the
anchorage and tighten the tether strap. For
directions to attach a tether anchor, see
Úpage 221.
9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at
the belt path. It should not move more than
1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction.
Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check
the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top
Tether Anchorage:
WARNING!
Improper installation or failure to properly
secure a child restraint can lead to failure of
the restraint. The child could be badly injured
or killed.
Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
directions exactly when installing an infant or
child restraint.
WARNING!
If the rear or front passenger seats are not
present in your vehicle, NEVER install a child
restraint in these positions.
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1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the
tether anchorage. You may need to move the
seat forward to provide better access to the
tether anchorage. If there is no top tether
anchorage for that seating position, move the
child restraint to another position in the
vehicle if one is available.

2. Rotate or lift the cover to access the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing
the child restraint. 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most
direct path for the strap between the anchor
and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped
with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the
head restraint, and where possible, route the
tether strap under the head restraint and
between the two posts. If not possible, lower
the head restraint and pass the tether strap
around the outboard side of the head restraint.

Tether Strap Mounting
4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child
restraint to the top tether anchorage as shown
in the diagram.
5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE:If your vehicle is not equipped with a rear seat, FCA
US LLC recommends that you do not allow children
12 years old and under to ride in your vehicle. If the
rear seats are not present in your vehicle, NEVER
install a child restraint in these positions. If you
must install a forward facing child restraint in the
front passenger seat, then you must use the seat
belt system to secure the restraint. A top tether
strap extension may be needed to reach the tether
anchor on the rear shelf directly behind the
passenger seat.
WARNING!
Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car
seat to any location in front of the car seat,
including the seat frame or a tether anchorage.
Only attach the tether strap of a rear-facing car
seat to the tether anchorage that is approved for
that seating position, located behind the top of
the vehicle seat. For the location of approved
tether anchorages in your vehicle, see
Úpage 213.
2 — Cover
3 — Attaching Strap
A — Tether Strap Hook
B — Tether Anchor
WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could
lead to increased head motion and possible
injury to the child. Use only the anchorage
position directly behind the child seat to
secure a child restraint top tether strap.
If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear
seat, make sure the tether strap does not slip
into the opening between the seatbacks as
you remove slack in the strap.

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SAFETY TIPS
TRANSPORTING PASSENGERS
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
TRANSPORTING PETS
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm
your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about
and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during
panic braking or in a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat (if
equipped) in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are
secured by seat belts.
SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD MAKE
I
NSIDE THE VEHICLE
Seat Belts
Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking
for cuts, frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts
must be replaced immediately. Do not
disassemble or modify the system.
If your vehicle is involved in a collision, or if you
have questions regarding the seat belt or retractor
conditions, take your vehicle to an authorized FCA
dealer or authorized FCA Certified Collision Care
Program facility for inspection.
Air Bag Warning Light

The Air Bag Warning Light will turn on for four to
eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first placed in the ON/RUN mode. If the light
is either not on during starting, stays on, or turns on
while driving, have the system inspected at an
authorized dealer as soon as possible. After the bulb
check, this light will illuminate with a single chime
when a fault with the Air Bag System has been
detected. It will stay on until the fault is removed. If
the light comes on intermittently or remains on while
driving, have an authorized dealer service the vehicle
immediately
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page 192.

Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and
place the blower control on high speed. You should
be able to feel the air directed against the
windshield. See an authorized dealer for service if
your defroster is inoperable.
WARNING!
Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up
may cause serious injury or death.
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo
area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a colli -
sion, people riding in these areas are more
likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and
seat belts.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat
and using a seat belt properly.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE273
F09 40 Amp Green –Power Locks
F10 30 Amp Pink –Driver Door Control Module
F11 30 Amp Pink –Passenger Door Control Module
F12 –20 Amp YellowCigar Lighter/IP APO/RR USB
(Selectable Fuse) *
F15 40 Amp Green –HVAC Blower
F16 20 Amp Blue –Left Spot Lamp – Police
F17 20 Amp Blue –Right Spot Lamp – Police
F18 30 Amp Pink –VISM MOD (Police)
F19 ––Spare
F20 ––Spare
F21 30 Amp Pink –Fuel Pump (Non 6.2L ADR)
F22 –5 Amp TanCyber Gateway Mod
F23 –10 Amp RedFuel Door */Diagnostic Port
F24 –10 Amp RedIntegrated Center Stack
F25 –10 Amp RedTire Pressure Monitor
F26 –15 Amp BlueTrans Mod (Charger Non- Police/300)
F27 –25 Amp ClearAmplifier *
F31 –25 Amp BreakerPower Seats *
F32 –15 Amp BlueHVAC Module/Cluster
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
* If Equipped
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F33 –15 Amp BlueIGN SW/Wireless Mod/Steer Clmn
Lock Mod/Remote Start — *
F34 –10 Amp RedSteering Column Module/Clock (300)
F35 –5 Amp TanBattery Sensor
F36 –15 Amp BlueActive Exhaust Valve *
F37 –20 Amp YellowRadio
F38 –20 Amp YellowMedia Hub/ Console APO
F42 30 Amp Pink –Rear Defrost
F43 –20 Amp YellowRR Heated Seat / Heated Steering
Wheel *
F44 –10 Amp RedPark Assist / Blind Spot / Rear View
Camera *
F45 –15 Amp BlueCluster / Rearview Mirror / Lane
Departure
F46 ––Spare
F47 –10 Amp RedAdaptive Front Lighting / Day Time
Running Lamps *
F49 ––Spare
F50 ––Spare
F51 –20 Amp YellowFront Heated / Vented Seats *
F52 –10 Amp RedHeated Cupholders/Rear Heated
Seat Switches *
Cavity
Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
* If Equipped

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE299
Special Care
If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you
drive near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage
at least once a month.
It is important that the drain holes in the lower
edges of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be
kept clear and open.
If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the
paint, touch them up immediately.
If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or
similar cause that destroys the paint and protec -
tive coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon
as possible.
If you carry special cargo such as chemicals,
fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such
materials are well packaged and sealed.
If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads,
consider mud or stone shields behind each
wheel.
Use Mopar® Touch Up Paint on scratches as
soon as possible. An authorized dealer has
touch up paint to match the color of your
vehicle.
INTERIORS
SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
Use Mopar® Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery
and carpeting.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with
chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will
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.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. Replace
the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.PLASTIC AND COATED PARTS
Use Mopar® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning
purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and
if used in closed areas they may cause
respiratory harm.
WARNING!
A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a
collision and leave you with no protection.
Inspect the seat belt system periodically,
checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immediately.
Do not disassemble or modify the seat belt
system. If your vehicle is involved in a collision,
or if you have questions regarding seat belt or
retractor conditions, take your vehicle to an
authorized FCA dealer or authorized FCA
Certified Collision Care Program facility for
inspection.
CAUTION!
Direct contact of air fresheners, insect repel -
lents, suntan lotions, or hand sanitizers to the
plastic, painted, or decorated surfaces of the
interior may cause permanent damage. Wipe
away immediately.
Damage caused by these type of products
may not be covered by your New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
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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.
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. Dry with a soft cloth.
LEATHER SURFACES
Mopar® Total Clean is specifically recommended
for leather upholstery.
Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by
regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small
particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage
the leather upholstery and should be removed
promptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be
removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar® Total
Clean. Care should be taken to avoid soaking your
leather upholstery with any liquid. Please do not
use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents,
detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean
your leather upholstery.
NOTE:If equipped with light colored leather, it tends to
show any foreign material, dirt, and fabric dye
transfer more so than darker colors. The leather is
designed for easy cleaning, and the manufacturer
recommends Mopar® total care leather cleaner
applied on a cloth to clean the leather seats as
needed.
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 type cleaner. Use caution when
cleaning the inside rear window equipped with
electric defrosters or windows equipped with radio
antennas. Do not use scrapers or other sharp
instruments 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.
CAUTION!
Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or
Ketone based cleaning products to clean leather
upholstery, as damage to the upholstery may
result.

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Autostick Operation
.................................................... 91Axle Fluid....................................................... 307Axle Lubrication............................................. 307
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Back-Up......................................................... 108Battery.................................................... 70, 254Charging System Light................................. 70Keyless Key Fob Replacement.................... 14Location.................................................... 254Belts, Seat..................................................... 223Blind Spot Monitoring.................................... 184BluetoothConnecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device After Pairing
................154Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 260B-Pillar Location............................................. 285Brake Assist System...................................... 179Brake Control System.................................... 179Brake Fluid.......................................... 265, 307Brake System...................................... 265, 301Fluid Check..................................... 265, 307Master Cylinder......................................... 265Parking........................................................ 82Warning Light..................................... 70, 301
Brake/Transmission Interlock......................... 87Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle....... 82Brightness, Interior Lights................................ 45Bulb Replacement........................................ 276Bulbs, Light.......................................... 225, 276
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Camera, Rear................................................ 108Capacities, Fluid........................................... 305Caps, FillerFuel.......................................................... 109Oil (Engine)............................................... 251Radiator (Coolant Pressure)..................... 264Car Washes................................................... 298Carbon Monoxide Warning............................ 225CargoVehicle Loading........................................ 110CD................................................................. 148Cellular Phone.............................................. 177Certification Label......................................... 110Chains, Tire................................................... 295Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 281Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............................ 77Checking Your Vehicle For Safety................. 223Checks, Safety.............................................. 223Child Restraint.............................................. 208
Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 211Child Seat Installation............................... 221How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt..... 217Infant And Child Restraints....................... 210Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.. 213Older Children And Child Restraints.......... 210Seating Positions...................................... 212Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 303CleaningWheels...................................................... 294Climate Control................................................48Cold Weather Operation...................................81Compact Spare Tire...................................... 292Contract, Service........................................... 309Controls........................................................ 140Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 264Cooling System............................................. 262Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 263Coolant Level................................... 262, 264Cooling Capacity....................................... 305Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 264Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 262Inspection................................................. 264Points To Remember................................ 264Pressure Cap............................................ 264Radiator Cap............................................. 264Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)......................... 263, 305, 306
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Filler Location Fuel
........................................ 109Filters Air Cleaner................................................. 256Air Conditioning.................................. 52, 258Engine Oil........................................ 256, 306Engine Oil Disposal................................... 256Flashers......................................................... 226Hazard Warning......................................... 226Turn Signals................................ 44, 75, 225Flash-To-Pass.................................................. 43Flooded Engine Starting.................................. 81Fluid Capacities............................................. 305Fluid Leaks.................................................... 225Fluid Level ChecksBrake........................................................ 265Cooling System.......................................... 262Engine Oil.................................................. 253Transfer Case............................................ 267Fluid, Brake................................................... 307Fog Lights........................................................ 44Fold-Flat Seats.......................................... 29, 30Forward Collision Warning............................. 187Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 243
Fuel............................................................... 302Additives................................................... 303Clean Air................................................... 303Ethanol..................................................... 303Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................................. 109Gasoline................................................... 302Materials Added....................................... 303Methanol.................................................. 303Octane Rating.................................. 302, 306Requirements........................................... 302Specifications........................................... 306Tank Capacity........................................... 305Fueling.......................................................... 109Fuses............................................................ 267
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)..................... 38Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap).............................. 109Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 303Gasoline, Reformulated................................ 303Gear Ranges.................................................... 88Glass Cleaning.............................................. 300Gross Axle Weight Rating..................... 111, 112Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 110, 111GVWR............................................................ 110
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HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
.................................... 118Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 226Head Restraints........................................34, 35Head Rests............................................... 34, 35HeadlightsAutomatic....................................................43Cleaning.................................................... 298High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch..........42Lights On Reminder.....................................43On With Wipers............................................43Passing........................................................43Switch..........................................................41Time Delay...................................................43Washers.................................................... 253Heated Mirrors.................................................38Heated Seats...................................................32Heater..............................................................48Heater, Engine Block........................................81
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch.. 42
Hill Start Assist.............................................. 182HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 113HomeLink (Garage Door Opener).....................38Hood Prop........................................................58Hood Release...................................................5811

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