check engine light DODGE CHALLENGER SRT 2013 3.G User Guide

Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the MIL.
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 Mainte-
nance (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
notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. 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 key-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.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start this test over.
3. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part
of a normal bulb check.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415

•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
• Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis-
sions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately
if the “Brake Warning Light” indicates system failure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-
forming underhood services.
436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance
Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once A Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
• Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required. •
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering, and add as
needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 469

Caps, FillerFuel ................................ .379
Oil (Engine) .......................... .419
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................433
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...................95
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................382
Car Washes ............................ .442
Cellular Phone .......................... .277
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............461
Certification Label ........................ .382
Chains, Tire ............................ .364
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .346
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .415
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............94
Checks, Safety ............................94
Child Restraint ............................73
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .375
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .444Climate Control
......................... .278
Clock ................................. .242
Cold Weather Operation ....................297
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............277
Compass .............................. .234
Compass Calibration ...................... .234
Compass Variance ........................ .235
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .226
Connector UCI................................ .267
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........267
Console ............................... .201
Console, Floor .......................... .201
Console, Overhead ....................... .183
Contract, Service ......................... .491
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........433
Cooling System .......................... .430
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............432
Coolant Capacity ...................... .463
500 INDEX

Anti-Lock Brake System..................335
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......451
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........171
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............339
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........211
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......221
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................45
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................403
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................388
Jump Starting ......................... .399
Overheating .......................... .388
Towing ............................. .406
Emergency Trunk Release ....................45
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........415
Engine ................................ .413
Air Cleaner .......................... .420
Block Heater ......................... .300
Break-In Recommendations .................93 Checking Oil Level
..................... .418
Compartment ......................... .413
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................430
Cooling ............................. .430
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................95
Fails to Start .......................... .297
Flooded, Starting ...................... .297
Fuel Requirements ..................... .375
Jump Starting ......................... .399
Oil................................. .418
Oil Change Interval ..................... .418
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .419
Oil Selection .......................... .419
Oil Synthetic ......................... .419
Overheating .......................... .388
Starting ............................. .291
Temperature Gauge ......................211
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .419
Enhanced

Accident Response Feature ............68
502 INDEX

Entry System, Illuminated....................21
Ethanol ............................... .376
Event Data Recorder ........................72
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................95
Exhaust System ...........................95
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................107
Exterior Lighting ......................... .159
Exterior Lights ............................99
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .379
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .420
Air Conditioning ...................... .285
Engine Oil ........................... .420
Engine Oil Disposal .....................420
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .388
Turn Signal ............................99
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .164Flooded Engine Starting
....................297
Fluid, Brake ............................ .465
Fluid Capacities ......................... .463
Fluid Leaks ..............................99
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................440
Brake ............................... .436
Cooling System ........................ .430
Engine Oil ........................... .418
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........464
Fog Lights ............................. .162
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .156
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................403
Fuel .................................. .375
Adding ............................. .379
Additives ............................ .377
Clean Air ............................ .375
Ethanol ............................. .376
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....................379
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INDEX 503

Headlight Switch...................... .159
High Beam ........................... .164
High Beam Indicator .....................214
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............164
Illuminated Entry ........................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .159
Intensity Control ....................... .165
Interior ............................. .165
License ............................. .462
Lights On Reminder .....................161
Low Fuel ............................ .220
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........220
Map Reading ......................... .164
Oil Pressure .......................... .214
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........166
Passing ............................. .164
Reading ............................. .164
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .215
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ...............218Service
.............................. .456
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .220
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...............218
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............218
Traction Control ....................... .342
Turn Signal ............................99
Vanity Mirror ......................... .109
Voltage ............................. .210
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......210
Loading Vehicle ......................... .382
Capacities ........................... .384
Tires ............................... .351
Locks ..................................32
Automatic Door .........................34
Auto Unlock ...........................35
Door .................................32
Power Door ............................33
Low Tire Pressure System ...................368
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INDEX 507

Lubrication, Body........................ .426
Maintenance Free Battery ....................421
Maintenance Procedures ....................417
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .468
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......220
Manual, Service ......................... .494
Manual Transmission ..................... .300
Fluid Level Check ...................... .439
Shift Speeds .......................... .302
Map/Reading Lights ...................... .164
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................436
Methanol .............................. .376
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .226
Mirrors ............................... .106
Automatic Dimming .....................106
Electric Powered ....................... .108
Electric Remote ........................ .108
Exterior Folding ....................... .107Heated
.............................. .109
Outside ............................. .107
Vanity .............................. .109
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................368
Mopar Parts ............................ .416
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .376
Multi-Function Control Lever .................163
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................93
Occupant Restraints ........................45
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................62
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................375
Odometer .............................. .210
Trip ................................ .210
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .225
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................225
Oil, Engine ............................. .418
508 INDEX

Capacity............................ .463
Change Interval ....................... .418
Checking ............................ .418
Dipstick ............................. .418
Disposal ............................. .420
Filter ............................... .420
Filter Disposal ........................ .420
Materials Added to ..................... .420
Recommendation ...................... .419
Synthetic ............................ .419
Viscosity ............................ .419
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .420
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................414
Operating Precautions ..................... .414
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................107
Overdrive .............................. .314
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .314
Overhead Console ........................ .183Overheating, Engine
...................... .388
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .442
Panic Alarm ..............................26
Parking Brake ........................... .329
Park Sense System, Rear ....................175
Passing Light ........................... .164
Personal Settings ......................... .236
Pets ....................................93
Pets, Transporting ..........................93
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........352
Power Brakes .............................. .332
Deck Lid Release ........................43
Distribution Center (Fuses) ................451
Door Locks ............................33
Mirrors ............................. .108
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........196
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