maintenance DODGE CHALLENGER 2023 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................. 7
2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ..................................................................................12
3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................................................... 56
4 STARTING AND OPERATING ..................................................................................................71 5 MULTIMEDIA ...............................................................................................................................106
6 SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 159 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ..................................................................................................... 199
8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................... 223
9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................ 273
10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE .....................................................................................................280 11 INDEX ............................................................................................................................................. 285

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Headlight Time Delay ................................................. 41
Lights-On Reminder ................................................... 41
Fog Lights — If Equipped ............................................ 42
Turn Signals .............................................................. 42
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped............................. 42
INTERIOR LIGHTS ...............................................................42 Front Map/Reading Lights ........................................ 42
Ambient Light — If Equipped ...................................... 42
Dimmer Controls ........................................................ 43
Illuminated Entry ........................................................ 43
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........................... 44 Windshield Wiper Operation....................................... 44
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........................... 45
CLIMATE CONTROLS ..........................................................45 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions ............................................................. 45
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...................... 48
Climate Voice Commands .......................................... 48
Operating Tips ............................................................ 48
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............................49 Storage ........................................................................ 49
Illuminated Cupholders — If Equipped....................... 50
USB/AUX Control ......................................................... 50
Electrical Power Outlets.............................................. 50
WINDOWS ............................................................................52 Power Window Controls .............................................. 52
Wind Buffeting............................................................. 52
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ...................................52 Opening And Closing The Sunroof ............................. 53
Pinch Protect Feature — If Equipped ......................... 53
Sunshade Operation ................................................... 53
Sunroof Maintenance ................................................. 53
Ignition Off Operation.................................................. 53 HOOD.................................................................................... 54
Opening The Hood .......................................................54
Closing The Hood ......................................................... 54
TRUNK .................................................................................. 54 Opening The Trunk ......................................................54
Closing The Trunk ........................................................ 55
Trunk Safety ................................................................ 55
Cargo Area Features.................................................... 55
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..................................................... 56 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ................................. 57
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ..................................... 57 Location And Controls ................................................. 58
Engine Oil Life Reset ................................................... 59
Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) — If Equipped ....... 59
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Menu Items .................................................................. 60
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver
Mode Message — Electrical Load Reduction
Actions — If Equipped .................................................. 62
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................................ 63 Red Warning Lights ..................................................... 63
Yellow Warning Lights ................................................. 66
Yellow Indicator Lights ................................................ 68
Green Indicator Lights ................................................. 68
White Indicator Lights.................................................. 69
Blue Indicator Lights.................................................... 69
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ..................... 69 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ...............................................................70
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ........................................................................ 70
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE...................................................... 71 Manual Transmission — If Equipped .......................... 71
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped...................... 71
Normal Starting ........................................................... 71
AutoPark ...................................................................... 72
Extended Park Starting ............................................... 73
If Engine Fails To Start ............................................... 74
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) .......................................... 74
After Starting................................................................ 74
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
3.6L & 5.7L ......................................................................... 74
PARKING BRAKE ................................................................ 74
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED ...................... 76 6-Speed Manual Transmission................................... 76
Shifting ......................................................................... 76
Recommended Shift Speeds ...................................... 77
1–4 Skip Shift ............................................................. 77
Downshifting ................................................................ 77
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................................... 78 Ignition Park Interlock ................................................. 78
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock
(BTSI) System ............................................................. 79
8-Speed Automatic Transmission ............................. 79
SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCE
CONTROL ............................................................................. 83
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L — IF EQUIPPED .......... 83
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ........................................... 83
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ................. 84 Cruise Control ............................................................. 84
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .................................... 85

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ..................................... 199
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED .................. 199
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ...................................... 202 Preparations For Jacking .......................................... 202
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ......................... 202Jacking And Changing A Tire ................................... 203
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ................................. 206 Alternate Tire Service Kit — If Equipped .................. 211
JUMP STARTING .............................................................. 216 Preparations For Jump Start .................................... 216
Jump Starting Procedure .......................................... 217
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................................ 218
MANUAL PARK RELEASE–8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION ............................................................... 218
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE............................................ 220
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ..................................... 221 All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models — If Equipped.......... 222
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models ............................. 222
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ............................................................... 222
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ..................................... 222
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 223 3.6L And 5.7L Engines ............................................ 223
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ................................................ 228 3.6L Engine .............................................................. 228
5.7L Engine .............................................................. 229
Checking Oil Level .................................................... 230
Adding Washer Fluid................................................. 230Maintenance-Free Battery ....................................... 231
Pressure Washing ..................................................... 231
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................. 231 Engine Oil ................................................................. 231Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 233Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................................... 233Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................... 234Accessory Drive Belt Inspection............................... 235
Body Lubrication ....................................................... 235
Windshield Wiper Blades ......................................... 236
Exhaust System ........................................................ 237Cooling System ......................................................... 237Brake System ........................................................... 240
Clutch Hydraulic System —
Manual Transmission (If Equipped) ........................ 240
Manual Transmission — If Equipped ....................... 240
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ................... 241
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped ...................... 241Rear Axle ................................................................... 241
Fuses ......................................................................... 242
Bulb Replacement .................................................... 250 TIRES ..................................................................................253
Tire Safety Information ............................................. 253
Tires — General Information ..................................... 261
Tire Types ................................................................... 264Spare Tires — If Equipped ......................................... 264
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................................... 266
Snow Traction Devices ............................................. 267
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................. 268
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES ................................................... 268 Treadwear .................................................................. 268
Traction Grades ......................................................... 269
Temperature Grades ................................................. 269
VEHICLE STORAGE ...........................................................269
BODYWORK ......................................................................270 Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...................... 270
Body And Underbody Maintenance.......................... 270
Preserving The Bodywork ......................................... 270
INTERIORS ........................................................................ 271 Seats And Fabric Parts.............................................. 271Plastic And Coated Parts .......................................... 271
Leather Surfaces ....................................................... 272
Glass Surfaces .......................................................... 272

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INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dodge vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality. This Owner's Manual has been
prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by customer-oriented
documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC offers to its customers as well as the details of the terms and conditions for maintaining
its validity. Please take the time to read all of these publications carefully before driving your vehicle for the first time. Following the instructions, recommendations, tips, and important
warnings in this manual will help ensure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
This Owner’s Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated in the text. Therefore, you should
only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content introduced throughout the Owner’s Information, which may or
may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”. All data contained in this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible
way. FCA US LLC aims at a constant improvement of the vehicles produced. For this reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial
reasons. For further information, contact an authorized dealer.
When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your Dodge best, have factory-trained technicians, genuine Mopar® parts, and care about your satisfaction.1

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE53
OPENING AND CLOSING THE SUNROOF
Express Open/Close
Push the switch rearward and release it within one
second, the sunroof and sunshade will open automatically
and stop at full open position. Push the switch forward and release it within one second
and the sunroof will close automatically from any position.
During Express Open or Express Close operation, any
other movement of the sunroof switch will stop the
sunroof.
Manual Open/Close
Push and hold the switch rearward, the sunroof and
sunshade will open and automatically stop at full open
position.
Push and hold the switch forward and the sunroof will
close from any position and stop at a full closed position.
Any release of the switch during open or close operation
will stop the sunroof movement. The sunroof will remain in
a partially opened position until the switch is operated and
held again.
Venting The Sunroof
Push and release the Vent switch within one second and
the sunroof will open to the vent position. During Express
Vent operation, any other actuation of the sunroof
switches will stop the sunroof operation.
PINCH PROTECT FEATURE —
I
F EQUIPPED
This feature will detect an obstruction in the closing of the
sunroof during the Express Close operation. If an
obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the
sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction
if this occurs.
NOTE:If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch
Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will disable and the
sunroof must be closed in Manual Mode.
SUNSHADE OPERATION
The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the
sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
NOTE:The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open.
SUNROOF MAINTENANCE
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel. Periodically check for and clear out any
debris that may have collected in the tracks.
IGNITION OFF OPERATION
The power sunroof switch can remain active in Accessory
Delay for up to approximately 10 minutes after the
vehicle’s ignition is placed in the OFF position. Opening
either front door will cancel this feature.
NOTE:This feature is programmable using the Uconnect system Úpage 107.
WARNING!
 Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key
fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible
to children. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle
equipped with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ in the ACC or
ON/RUN position. Occupants, particularly unat -
tended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury
or death.
 In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat
belt properly and make sure all passengers are also
properly secured.
 Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object, to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL59
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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68GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
equipped with a TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure
telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly
underinflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure
telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires
as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper
pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire
causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread
life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper
tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if underinflation has
not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS
low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not
operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent
vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When
the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replacement or
alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after
replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels
allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
YELLOW INDICATOR LIGHTS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF
Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator light illuminates to indicate that
Forward Collision Warning is off.
GREEN INDICATOR LIGHTS
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set Without
Target Vehicle Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This will display the distance setting for the ACC
system when the system is engaged
Úpage 85.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With
Target Vehicle Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This will display when the ACC is set and the
vehicle in front is detected Úpage 85.
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate when the
parking lights or headlights are turned on
Úpage 39.
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when the
front fog lights are on Úpage 39.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and
warning have been established for the tire size
equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system
operation or sensor damage may result when using
replacement equipment that is not of the same size,
type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause
sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire sealants may
cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
sensor to become inoperable. After using an
aftermarket tire sealant it is recommended that you
take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to have your
sensor function checked.

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70GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
(OBD II) C
YBERSECURITY
Your vehicle is required to have OBD II and a connection
port to allow access to information related to the
performance of your emissions controls. Authorized
service technicians may need to access this information to
assist with the diagnosis and service of your vehicle and
emissions system
Úpage 106.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an
inspection of your vehicle's emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M), this check verifies the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is functioning
and is not on when the engine is running, and
that the OBD II system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery
replacement. If the OBD II system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which you
can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your
vehicle's OBD II system is ready, you must do the following:

1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not crank or start the engine.

NOTE:If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start this
test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
 The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that
your vehicle's OBD II system is not ready and you
should not proceed to the I/M station.
 The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illu -
minated until you place the ignition in the off posi -
tion or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle's OBD II system is ready and you can
proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see an
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle
as you normally would in order for your OBD II system to
update. A recheck with the previously mentioned test
routine may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle's OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle
operation you should have your vehicle serviced before
going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail your
vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine running.
WARNING!
 ONLY an authorized service technician should
connect equipment to the OBD II connection port in
order to read the VIN, diagnose, or service your
vehicle.
 If unauthorized equipment is connected to the OBD II
connection port, such as a driver-behavior tracking
device, it may:
 Be possible that vehicle systems, including
safety related systems, could be impaired or a
loss of vehicle control could occur that may
result in an accident involving serious injury or
death.
 Access, or allow others to access, information
stored in your vehicle systems, including
personal information.

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Display Warnings And Maintenance
“WIPE FRONT RADAR SENSOR IN FRONT OF
VEHICLE” WARNING
The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
warning will display and a chime will sound when
conditions temporarily limit system performance.
This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as
in snow or heavy rain. The ACC system may also become
temporarily blinded due to obstructions, such as mud, dirt
or ice. In these cases, the instrument cluster display will
display “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
and the system will deactivate.
The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
message can sometimes be displayed while driving in
highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or
ice and snow). The ACC system will recover after the
vehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when
the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path
this warning may temporarily occur.
NOTE:If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
warning is active, Fixed Speed Cruise Control is still
available.
If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located in the center of the
vehicle behind the lower grille. To keep the ACC system operating properly, it is important
to note the following maintenance items:

Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to
damage the sensor lens.
 Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so
could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and
require a sensor realignment.
 If the sensor or front end of the vehicle is damaged due
to a collision, see an authorized dealer for service.
 Do not attach or install any accessories near the
sensor, including transparent material or aftermarket
grilles. Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or
malfunction.
When the condition that deactivated the system is no
longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off” state and will resume function by
simply reactivating it.
NOTE:
 If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
message occurs frequently (e.g. more than once on
every trip) without any snow, rain, mud, or other
obstruction, have the radar sensor realigned at an
authorized dealer.
 Installing a snow plow, front-end protector, an after -
market grille or modifying the grille is not recom -
mended. Doing so may block the sensor and inhibit
ACC/FCW operation.
SERVICE ACC/FCW WARNING
If the system turns off, and the instrument cluster displays
“ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Required” or “Cruise/FCW
Unavailable Service Required”, there may be an internal
system fault or a temporary malfunction that limits ACC
functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable under
normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily unavailable.
If this occurs, try activating ACC again later, following an
ignition cycle. If the problem persists, see an authorized
dealer.
Precautions While Driving With ACC
In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection
issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or
unexpectedly. The driver needs to stay alert and may need
to intervene. The following are examples of these types of
situations:
TOWING A TRAILER
Towing a trailer is not recommended when using ACC.

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102STARTING AND OPERATING
Perform the maintenance listed in the “Scheduled
Servicing” Úpage 223. When towing a trailer, never
exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
Towing Requirements — Tires
 Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
 Do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h) when towing
while using a full size spare tire.
 Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. For proper
tire inflation procedures.
 Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures
before trailer usage.
 Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
before towing a trailer.
 Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will
not increase the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits.
 For further information
Úpage 253.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personal injury.
 An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically actu -
ated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a
hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic
brake controller is not required.
 Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over
1,000 lb (453 kg) and required for trailers in excess of
2,000 lb (907 kg).
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And
Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven-pin
wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness and
connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle’s wiring
harness.
CAUTION!
Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles
(805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle
or other parts could be damaged.
 Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a
trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h)
and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps the
engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the
heavier loads.
WARNING!
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle's
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have an acci -
dent.
 Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing, you should allow for addi -
tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in
front of you. Failure to do so could result in an
accident.
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lb (453 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should
be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this could lead to
accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal
effort, and longer stopping distances.

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