keyless DODGE CHALLENGER SRT 2011 3.G Service Manual

brought to a stop. After the vehicle has stopped, PARK,
REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to operate. Sec-
ond gear will operate in the DRIVE position. The Mal-
function Indicator Light (MIL) may be illuminated.
A reset feature is available to allow the vehicle to be
driven to an authorized dealer for service. To reset the
transmission, use the following procedure:
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Move the shift lever to the PARK position.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position (OFF
position with Keyless Enter-N-Go).
4. Wait approximately 10 seconds.
5. Restart the engine.
6. Move the shift lever to the desired range. If the
problem is no longer detected, the transmission will
return to normal operation.NOTE:
Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom-
mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your
earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has
diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could
recur.
Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
If the problem has been momentary, the transmission can
be reset to regain all forward gears.
AUTOSTICK
AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission that offers
manual gear shifting to provide you with more control of
the vehicle. AutoStick allows you to maximize engine
braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts,
and improve overall vehicle performance. This system
can also provide you with more control during passing,
city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving,
trailer towing, and many other situations.
268 STARTING AND OPERATING

PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the
PARK or REVERSE (manual transmission only) position.
When the parking brake is applied and the ignition
switch is in the ON position (RUN position with Keyless
Enter-N-Go), the “Brake Warning Light” in the instru-
ment cluster will illuminate.
NOTE:
•When the parking brake is applied and the transmis-
sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will
flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound
to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake
before attempting to move the vehicle.
•This light only shows that the parking brake is ap-
plied. It does not show the degree of brake application.When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away
from the curb on an uphill grade. For vehicles equipped
with an automatic transmission, apply the parking brake
before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load
on the transmission locking mechanism may make it
difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. The parking
brake should always be applied whenever the driver is
not in the vehicle.
Manual Transmission – If Equipped
The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the
lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the
parking brake, pull the parking brake release handle.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS
Hazard Warning Flashers ................ 331
 If Your Engine Overheats ................ 331
 TIREFIT Kit ......................... 332
▫ TIREFIT Storage ..................... 333
▫ TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation . . . 333
▫ TIREFIT Usage Precautions ............. 335
▫ Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT ............ 337
 Jump-Starting Procedures ................ 342
▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ............. 343▫
Jump-Starting Procedure ............... 344
 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................. 346
 Shift Lever Override ................... 347
▫ With Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped . . . 348
 Towing A Disabled Vehicle ............... 348
▫ Without The Key FOB ................. 348
▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
(Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The
Ground) — Automatic Transmissions ...... 349
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3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
5. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the
override tab through the access port on the center con-
sole.6. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
8. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover.
With Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped
If the engine is running, press the START/STOP button to
turn it off. Release the brake pedal and press the START/
STOP button once or twice to go to the ON/RUN
position. Do not start the engine. Then, follow the in-
structions shown above to activate the override.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
Without The Key Fob
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the OFF position. The only approved
method of towing without the ignition key is with a
flatbed truck. Proper towing equipment is necessary to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
Shift Lever Override Access Cover
348 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position (OFF position for
Keyless Enter-N-Go). The fan is temperature con-
trolled and can start at any time the ignition switch
is in the ON position (RUN position for Keyless
Enter-N-Go).
•You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, do not open
the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap
when the radiator is hot.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371

Automatic Door Locks................... 32,33
Automatic Headlights .................... 139
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 237
Automatic Transaxle Special Additives ..................... 380
Automatic Transmission .............264,380,381
Adding Fluid .................... 381,403
Autostick .......................... 268
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 381
Fluid Change ....................... 381
Fluid Level Check .................... 380
Fluid Type ......................... 403
Shifting ........................... 264
Special Additives ..................... 380
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ..... 267
Autostick ............................. 268
Axle Fluid ............................. 403
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 403B-Pillar Location
........................ 296
Battery ............................... 364
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 26
Location ........................... 364
Belts, Seat ............................ 45,81
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 367
Brake Assist System ...................... 283
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 282
Brake Fluid ............................ 403
Brake System ........................ 279,377
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................. 279,282
Fluid Check ..................... 377,403
Master Cylinder ..................... 377
Parking ........................... 276
Warning Light .................... 179,279
Brake, Parking .......................... 276
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 264
Brakes ............................. 279,377
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 79
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INDEX 437

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
444 INDEX

Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 21
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 303
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......... 374
Radio Operation ........................ 236
Radio Remote Controls .................... 234
Rear Cupholder ......................... 166
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 136
Rear Window Defroster ................... 168
Rear Window Features .................... 168
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 69
Recreational Towing ...................... 327
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 318
Refrigerant ............................ 367
Release, Hood .......................... 137
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 141
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 54 Remote Control
Starting System ....................... 27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 234
Remote Starting System .................... 27
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 40
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 395
Replacement Keys ........................ 17
Replacement Parts ....................... 359
Replacement Tires ....................... 306
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 430
Restraint, Head ......................... 133
Restraints, Child ......................... 70
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 42
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 346
Rotation, Tires .......................... 309
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 81
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 83
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INDEX 449

Quality Grading..................... 433
Radial ............................ 303
Replacement ........................ 306
Rotation ........................... 309
Safety .......................... 290,300
Sizes ............................. 292
Snow Tires ......................... 309
Spinning ........................... 304
Tread Wear Indicators ................. 304
To Open Hood .......................... 137
Towing ............................... 327
24-Hour Towing Assistance ............. 107
Disabled Vehicle ..................... 348
Recreational ........................ 327
Towing Assistance ....................... 107
Traction Control ......................... 283
Trailer Towing .......................... 327
Transmission ........................... 380
Automatic .................... 261,264,380Fluid
............................. 403
Manual ........................... 257
Shifting ......................... 259,261
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 26
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 21
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 152
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........ 21
Transporting Pets ........................ 79
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 304
Trip Odometer .......................... 174
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .................... 40,42
Trunk Release Remote Control ............... 40
Trunk Release, Emergency .................. 42
Turn Signals ......................... 142,176
UCI Connector ......................... 226
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) .............. 93
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