instrument panel DODGE CHALLENGER 2023 User Guide

54GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
HOOD
OPENING THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released.

1. Pull the release lever located underneath the
driver’s side of the instrument panel.

Hood Release Lever

2. Reach under the hood, push the safety catch to the left and lift the hood.

Hood Safety Catch Location

NOTE:
Vehicle must be at a stop and the gear selector must
be in PARK.
 While lifting the hood, use both hands.
 Before lifting the hood, check that the wiper arms are
not in motion and not in the lifted position.
CLOSING THE HOOD
In one continuous motion, pull down on the front edge of
the hood with moderate force until the angle is below the
crossover point (where the gas props are no longer
resisting) and let the hood continue to fall closed from its
own inertia.
TRUNK
OPENING THE TRUNK
The trunk may be opened in several ways:
Power trunk release button on the instrument panel
 Trunk button on the key fob
 Trunk Passive Entry button
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 External release switch located on the underside of the
trunk lid overhang
NOTE:The release feature will function only when the vehicle is
unlocked.
With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the trunk open
symbol will display in the instrument cluster indicating that
the trunk is open. The odometer display will reappear once
the trunk is closed.
With the ignition in the OFF position, the trunk open
symbol will display until the trunk is closed.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.

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Power Trunk Release Button
The trunk can be opened from inside the
vehicle using the power trunk release button
located on the instrument panel to the left of
the steering wheel.
NOTE:The automatic transmission must be in PARK before the
button will operate. For manual transmissions, the vehicle
must be in NEUTRAL.
Key Fob Trunk Release ButtonPush the power trunk button on the key fob
twice within five seconds to release the trunk.
Passive Entry Button
Push the trunk Passive Entry button which is located on
the back of the trunk lid. With a valid Passive Entry key fob
within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the trunk, push the Passive Entry button to open the trunk.

Trunk Passive Entry Button

CLOSING THE TRUNK
With one or more hands placed on the outside trunk
surface push the trunk lid down until you hear the trunk
lock latch into place.
NOTE:Before closing the trunk lid, make sure your key fob is not
inside the trunk area. The trunk will latch then automati -
cally unlock if the key fob is detected, not allowing the key
fob to be locked in the trunk area.
TRUNK SAFETY
Trunk Emergency Release
As a security measure, a trunk internal emergency release
lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the
event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the
trunk can be opened by actuating the glow-in-the-dark
handle attached to the trunk latching mechanism.

Trunk Emergency Release

CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo Net — If Equipped
The rear cargo area may be equipped with a cargo net to
keep items secure while driving.
To attach the cargo net, the clips must be hooked through
the loops on both sides of the cargo area.
WARNING!
Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, either
by climbing into the trunk from outside, or through the
inside of the vehicle. Always close the trunk lid when
your vehicle is unattended. Once in the trunk, young
children may not be able to escape, even if they entered
through the rear seat. If trapped in the trunk, children
can die from suffocation or heat stroke.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.

1. Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM x
1000).
2. Instrument Cluster Display When the appropriate conditions exist, this display
shows the instrument cluster display messages
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3. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant
temperature. Any reading within the normal range
indicates that the engine cooling system is oper -
ating satisfactorily.
 The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher
temperature when driving in hot weather, up
mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It
should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits
of the normal operating range. 5. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank
when the Keyless Push Button Ignition is in the
ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump symbol points to the
side of the vehicle where the fuel door
is located.
NOTE:The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check when the
ignition is first cycled.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle is equipped with an instrument cluster
display, which offers useful information to the driver. With
the ignition in the OFF mode, opening/closing of a door will
activate the display for viewing, and display the total miles,
or kilometers, in the odometer. Your instrument cluster
display is designed to display important information about
your vehicle’s systems and features. Using a driver
interactive display located on the instrument panel, your
instrument cluster display can show you how systems are
working and give you warnings when they are not. The
steering wheel mounted controls allow you to scroll
through the main menus and submenus. You can access
the specific information you want and make selections
and adjustments.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others
could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. It is
recommended to call an authorized dealer for service if
your vehicle overheats
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CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,” pull
over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into
the normal range. If the pointer remains on the “H,”
turn the engine off immediately and call an authorized
dealer for service.
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58GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
LOCATION AND CONTROLS
The instrument cluster display features an interactive
display which is located in the instrument cluster.

Instrument Cluster Display Location And Controls

This system conveniently allows the driver to select a
variety of useful information by pushing the arrow buttons
located on the left side of the steering wheel. The
instrument cluster display menu items may consist of the
following: The system allows the driver to select information by
pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel:

Instrument Cluster Display Controls

Up And Down Arrow Buttons:
Using the
up or down arrow button allows you to
cycle through the Main Menu Items.
Changes the Main Screen area and Menu Title area.
Left And Right Arrow Buttons:
Using the left or right arrow button allows you to
cycle through the submenu items of the Main menu item.
NOTE:
 Holding the up or down or left or
right arrow button will loop the user through the
currently selected menu or options presented on the
screen.
 Upon returning to a main menu, the last submenu
screen viewed within that main menu will be displayed.
OK Button:
For Digital Speedometer:
 Pushing the OK button changes units (mph or km/h).
For Screen Setup:
 OK button allows user to enter menu and submenus.
 Within each submenu layer, the up and down
arrow buttons will allow the user to select the item of
interest.
 Pushing the OK button makes the selection and a
confirmation screen will appear (returning the user to
the first page of the submenu).
 Pushing the left arrow button will exit each
submenu layer and return to the main menu.
1 — Instrument Cluster Display Screen
2 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls
Speedometer Vehicle Info
Performance —
If Equipped
Driver Assist —
If Equipped Fuel Economy Trip
Audio Messages Screen Setup
Diagnostics —
If Equipped
1 — Left Arrow Button
2 — Up Arrow Button
3 — Right Arrow Button
4 — Down Arrow Button
5 — OK Button

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For the Trip and Fuel Economy menus (and Performance
Timers) — If Equipped:
Information is reset by pushing and holding the OK
button.
ENGINE OIL LIFE RESET
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience .
Oil Change Required
Your vehicle is equipped with an
engine oil change indicator system.
The “Oil Change Required” message
will display in the instrument cluster
display for five seconds after a single
chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil
change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is
duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change
interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal
driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you place the ignition in the ON/RUN position. To turn
off the message temporarily, push and release the OK or
arrow buttons. To reset the oil change indicator system
(after performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to
the following procedure. Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition
Use the steering wheel instrument cluster display controls
for the following procedure(s):

1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button and place the ignition in the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).

2. Push and release the down arrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info.”
3. Push and release the right arrow button to access
the ”Oil Life” screen.
4. Push and hold the OK button to reset oil life. If
conditions are met, the gauge and numeric display
will update to show 100%. If conditions are not met a
pop-up message of "To reset oil life engine must be
off with ignition in run” will be displayed (for five
seconds), and the user will remain at the Oil Life
screen.
5. Push and release the up or down arrow button
to return to previous main menu.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you start the
vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If
necessary, repeat this procedure. Secondary Method Of Resetting Engine Oil Life

1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button and place the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within ten seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the
OFF position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you start the
vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset.
If necessary, repeat this procedure.
PERFORMANCE SHIFT INDICATOR
(PSI) — I
F EQUIPPED
The PSI is enabled on vehicles with manual transmission,
or when a vehicle with automatic transmission is in
manual shift mode. The PSI provides the driver with a
visual indication within the instrument cluster display
when the driver configured gear shift point has been
reached and the driver is still accelerating. This indication
notifies the driver to change gear corresponding to the
configured RPMs in the head unit.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
S
ELECTABLE MENU ITEMS
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the desired Selectable Menu item is displayed in the
instrument cluster display.
Follow the Menu or submenu prompts as desired.
Speedometer
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the speedometer menu is displayed in the instrument
cluster display. Push and release the OK button to toggle
units (km/h or mph) of the speedometer.
Vehicle Info
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the “Vehicle Info” menu is displayed in the instrument
cluster display. Push and release the right or left
arrow button to scroll through the submenus items of
“Vehicle Info.” Follow the directional prompts to access or
reset any of the following “Vehicle Info” submenu items:
Tire Pressure Monitor
If tire pressure is OK for all tires, a vehicle ICON is
displayed with tire pressure values in each corner of the
ICON.
If one or more tires have low pressure, “Inflate Tire To XX”
is displayed with the vehicle ICON and the tire pressure
values in each corner of the ICON with the pressure value
of the low tire are displayed in a different color than the
other tire pressure value. If the Tire Pressure system requires service, “Service Tire
Pressure System” is displayed.
Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be
reset
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Coolant Temp
 Displays the actual coolant temperature.
Trans Temp
 Displays the actual transmission temperature.
Oil Temp
 Displays the actual oil temperature.
Oil Pressure
 Displays the actual oil pressure.
Oil Life
To reset the Oil Life, you must hold the OK button. The
“Hold OK to Reset” instruction will be displayed at all
times, but the following conditions will need to be met in
order to reset Oil Life:
 The vehicle must be off
 The ignition must be in the ON/RUN position
If the conditions are met, holding the OK button will reset
the gauge and the numeric display will return to 100%.
If the conditions are not met, a pop-up message will
display for 5 seconds, describing the required conditions,
and then the Oil Life screen will reappear.
Battery Voltage
 Displays the actual battery voltage.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Status — If Equipped
 Displays the status of the All - Wheel Drive system.
Performance Features
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Performance menu is displayed in the instrument
cluster display. Push the right or left arrow button to
enter the submenus.
The Performance Features include the following:
 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) Timer
 Best
 Last
 Recent
 Reaction Timer
 0-100 mph (0-160 km/h) Timer
 Best
 Last
 Recent
 Reaction Timer
WARNING!
Measurement of vehicle statistics with the
Performance Features is intended for off-highway or
track use only and should not be done on any public
roadways. It is recommended that these features be
used in a controlled environment and within the limits
of the law. The capabilities of the vehicle as measured
by the performance pages must never be exploited in a
reckless or dangerous manner, which can jeopardize
the user’s safety or the safety of others. Only a safe,
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1/8 Mile (200 meters) Timer
 Best
 Last
 Recent
 Reaction Timer
 1/4 Mile (400 meters) Timer
 Best
 Last
 Recent
 Reaction Timer
 Braking Distance
 Distance
 From Speed
 Current G-Forces
 Peak G-Forces
 Lap Timer
 Lap History
 Will list the last five laps with the best lap high -
lighted in green.
 Top Speed
The following describes each feature and its operation:
Driver Assist — If Equipped
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu
The instrument cluster display displays the current ACC
system settings. The information displayed depends on
ACC system status. Push the ACC ON/OFF button (located on the steering
wheel) until one of the following displays in the instrument
cluster display:
Adaptive Cruise Control Off
When ACC is deactivated, the display will read “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off.”
Adaptive Cruise Control Ready
When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has
not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise
Control Ready.”
Push the SET + or the SET- button (located on the steering
wheel) and the following will display in the instrument
cluster display:
ACC SET
When ACC is set, the set speed will display in the
instrument cluster.
If the Driver Assist main menu is not selected, an ACC
pop-up message may display if any ACC activity occurs,
which may include any of the following:

Distance Setting Change
 System Cancel
 Driver Override
 System Off
 ACC Proximity Warning
 ACC Unavailable Warning
The instrument cluster display will return to the last
display selected after five seconds of no ACC display
activity
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Fuel Economy
Two submenu pages; one with Current Value
(instantaneous calculation of the fuel economy) displayed
and one without the Current Value displayed (toggle the
left or right arrow button to select one):
 Current Fuel Economy (MPG, L/100 km, or km/L).
 Range To Empty (miles or km).
 Average Fuel Economy (MPG, L/100 km, or km/L).
 The Max and Min values will correspond to the
particular engine requirements.
 Lower end of gauge will be displayed in an amber color
and turn green as Fuel Economy improves.
 Hold the OK button to reset average fuel economy
information.
Trip Info
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Trip Menu item is displayed in the instrument cluster
display. Toggle the left or right arrow button to
select Trip A or Trip B. The Trip information will display the
following:
 Distance – Shows the total distance (mi or km) traveled
for Trip A or Trip B since the last reset.
 Average Fuel Economy – Shows the average fuel
economy (MPG, L/100km or km/L) of Trip A or Trip B
since the last reset.
 Elapsed Time – Shows the total elapsed time of travel
since the last reset.
Hold the OK button to reset feature information.
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Audio
This menu displays the Audio information of the currently
playing audio source (e.g. FM radio).
Messages
This feature shows the number of stored warning
messages, if any. Pushing the right or left arrow
button will allow you to scroll through the stored
messages.
Screen Setup
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Screen Setup Menu displays in the instrument cluster
display. Push and release the OK button to enter the
submenus. The Screen Setup feature allows you to
change what information is displayed in the instrument
cluster as well as the location that information is
displayed.
NOTE:Based upon equipment options and current vehicle
status, some of the features may not be available.
Current Gear
On
 Off
Odometer
 Show
 Hide Gear Display

Full
 Single
Restore Defaults
 Restore
 Cancel
BATTERY SAVER ON/BATTERY SAVER
M
ODE MESSAGE — ELECTRICAL LOAD
R
EDUCTION ACTIONS — IF EQUIPPED
This vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor
(IBS) to perform additional monitoring of the electrical
system and status of the vehicle battery.
In cases when the IBS detects charging system failure, or
the vehicle battery conditions are deteriorating, electrical
load reduction actions will take place to extend the driving
time and distance of the vehicle. This is done by reducing
power to or turning off non-essential electrical loads.
Load reduction is only active when the engine is running.
It will display a message if there is a risk of battery
depletion to the point where the vehicle may stall due to
lack of electrical supply, or will not restart after the current
drive cycle.
When load reduction is activated, the message “Battery
Saver On” or “Battery Saver Mode” will appear in the
instrument cluster.
These messages indicate the vehicle battery has a low
state of charge and continues to lose electrical charge at
a rate that the charging system cannot sustain.
Upper Left
Compass -
If Equipped Outside Temp Time
Range to Empty Average (MPG,
L/100 km, or
km/L)Current (MPG,
L/100 km, or
km/L)
Trip A Distance Trip B Distance None
Upper Right
Compass -
If Equipped Outside Temp Time
Range to Empty Average (MPG,
L/100 km, or
km/L)Current (MPG,
L/100 km, or
km/L)
Trip A Distance Trip B Distance None
Center
Menu Title Compass -
If EquippedOutside Temp
Time Range to EmptyAverage (MPG,
L/100 km, or
km/L)
Current (MPG,
L/100 km, or
km/L) Trip A Distance Trip B Distance
Audio
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NOTE:
The charging system is independent from load reduc -
tion. The charging system performs a diagnostic on the
charging system continuously.
 If the Battery Charge Warning Light is on it may indicate
a problem with the charging system
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The electrical loads that may be switched off (if equipped),
and vehicle functions which can be affected by load
reduction:
 Heated Seat/Vented Seats/Heated Wheel
 Heated/Cooled Cup Holders — If Equipped
 Rear Defroster And Heated Mirrors
 HVAC System
 115 Volts AC Power Inverter System
 Audio and Telematics System
Loss of the battery charge may indicate one or more of the
following conditions:
 The charging system cannot deliver enough electrical
power to the vehicle system because the electrical
loads are larger than the capability of the charging
system. The charging system is still functioning prop -
erly.
 Turning on all possible vehicle electrical loads
(e.g. HVAC to max settings, exterior and interior lights,
overloaded power outlets +12 Volts, 115 Volts AC, USB
ports) during certain driving conditions (city driving,
towing, frequent stopping).
 Installing options like additional lights, upfitter elec -
trical accessories, audio systems, alarms and similar
devices.
 Unusual driving cycles (short trips separated by long
parking periods). 
The vehicle was parked for an extended period of time
(weeks, months).
 The battery was recently replaced and was not charged
completely.
 The battery was discharged by an electrical load left on
when the vehicle was parked.
 The battery was used for an extended period with the
engine not running to supply radio, lights, chargers,
+12 Volts portable appliances like vacuum cleaners,
game consoles and similar devices.
What to do when an electrical load reduction action
message is present (“Battery Saver On” or “Battery Saver
Mode”)
During a trip:
 Reduce power to unnecessary loads if possible:
 Turn off redundant lights (interior or exterior)
 Check what may be plugged in to power outlets
+12 Volts, 115 Volts AC, USB ports
 Check HVAC settings (blower, temperature)
 Check the audio settings (volume)
After a trip:
 Check if any aftermarket equipment was installed
(additional lights, upfitter electrical accessories, audio
systems, alarms) and review specifications if any (load
and Ignition Off Draw currents).
 Evaluate the latest driving cycles (distance, driving
time and parking time).
 The vehicle should have service performed if the
message is still present during consecutive trips and
the evaluation of the vehicle and driving pattern did not
help to identify the cause.
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in the
instrument panel together with a dedicated message
and/or acoustic signal when applicable. These indications
are indicative and precautionary and as such must not be
considered as exhaustive and/or alternative to the
information contained in the Owner’s Manual, which you
are advised to read carefully in all cases. Always refer to
the information in this chapter in the event of a failure
indication. All active telltales will display first if applicable.
The system check menu may appear different based upon
equipment options and current vehicle status. Some
telltales are optional and may not appear.
RED WARNING LIGHTS
Air Bag Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate a
fault with the air bag, and will turn on for four to
eight seconds as a bulb check when the
ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/
RUN position. This light will illuminate with a single chime
when a fault with the air bag has been detected, it will stay
on until the fault is cleared. If the light is either not on
during startup, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the
system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
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