jump start DODGE CHALLENGER SRT 2011 3.G User Guide

CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the
remote positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the
negative (-)post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper
cable to the remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.
WARNING!
Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the
discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in
the reverse sequence:
6. Disconnect the negative (-)jumper cable from the
remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with the dis-
charged battery.
7. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
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8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper
cable from the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
9. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable
from the remote positive (+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE-
VERSE and DRIVE/1st Gear. Using minimal accelerator
pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without
spinning the wheels, is most effective.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce
the risk of transmission failure during prolonged
efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L
1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post)6 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
5 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
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Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies
considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to
assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air cleaner
filters are a high quality filter and are recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump-starting. Refer to “Jump-
Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for
further information.
Battery Location
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Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 348
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 375
Engine Oil ......................... 363
Door Locks ............................. 30
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 32
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 152
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 270
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 271
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 91
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 161
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 282
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .... 390
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 148
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 285
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...... 175Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
.... 184
Emergency Deck Lid Release ................ 42
Emergency Trunk Release ................... 42
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............. 346
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 331
Jump Starting ....................... 342
Overheating ........................ 331
Towing ............................ 348
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 358
Engine ............................... 356
Air Cleaner ......................... 363
Block Heater ........................ 256
Break-In Recommendations .............. 79
Checking Oil Level ................... 361
Compartment ....................... 356
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ 372,402
Cooling ........................... 371
Exhaust Gas Caution ................80,322
440 INDEX

Fails to Start........................ 255
Flooded, Starting ..................... 255
Fuel Requirements .................... 318
Jump Starting ....................... 342
Oil ......................... 361,401,402
Oil Change Interval ................... 361
Oil Filler Cap ....................... 362
Oil Filter ........................... 363
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 363
Oil Selection ..................... 362,401
Oil Synthetic ........................ 362
Overheating ........................ 331
Starting ........................... 249
Temperature Gauge ................... 175
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 362
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 66
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 319
Event Data Recorder ...................... 69 Exhaust Gas Caution
................... 80,322
Exhaust System ....................... 80,369
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 90
Exterior Lighting ........................ 139
Exterior Lights .......................... 83
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 322
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 363
Air Conditioning ..................... 243
Engine Oil ....................... 363,402
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 363
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 143
Flashers Hazard Warning ..................... 331
Turn Signal .................... 83,142,176
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 255
Fluid Capacities ......................... 401
Fluid Leaks ............................. 83
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INDEX 441

Ignition............................... 14
Key ............................. 12,14
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 14
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 16
Infant Restraint ........................ 70,71
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 184
Instrument Cluster .................... 173,174
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 172
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 386
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 387
Interior Appearance Care .................. 385
Interior Lights .......................... 144
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 145
Introduction ............................. 4
Jump Starting .......................... 342 Key-In Reminder
......................... 15
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 17
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 16
Keyless Enter-N-Go ................. 34,194,251
Keyless Entry System ...................... 21
Keyless Go .......................... 12,194
Keys ................................. 12
Kicker Sound System ..................... 233
Knee Bolster ............................ 56
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 142
Lane Change Assist ...................... 142
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 45
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) .....74,75
Latches ................................ 83
Hood ............................. 137
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 318
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