check engine light DODGE CHALLENGER SRT 2014 3.G User Guide

Synchronizing ESC
If the power supply is interrupted (battery
disconnected or discharged), the “ESC
Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” may
illuminate with the engine running. If this
should occur, turn the steering wheel completely to the
left and then to the right. The “ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light” should go out. However, if
the light remains on, have the ESC and BAS checked at
your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
Tire Markings
1 — U.S. DOT Safety Stan-
dards Code (TIN) 4 — Maximum Load
2 — Size Designation 5 — Maximum Pressure
3 — Service Description 6 — Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL). It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
”gASCAP” message will display in the odometer or a
“Check Gascap” message will display in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if equipped). If this
occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the
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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 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 MIL symbol come on as part
of a normal bulb check.
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Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
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 477

Caps, FillerFuel ................................ .383
Oil (Engine) .......................... .425
Power Steering ........................ .331
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................441
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...................98
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ....................385
Car Washes ............................ .449
Cellular Phone .......................... .281
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............469
Certification Label ........................ .386
Chains, Tire ............................ .369
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .350
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .421
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............97
Checks, Safety ............................97
Child Restraint ............................74
Child Restraints Child Seat Installation .....................92 Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint
.....87
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle
Seat Belt ..............................89
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......81
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .379
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .451
Climate Control ......................... .281
Clock ................................. .245
Cold Weather Operation ....................301
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............280
Compass .............................. .237
Compass Calibration ...................... .238
Compass Variance ........................ .238
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .230
Connector UCI................................ .270
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........270
Console ............................... .204
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KeyFob...............................33
Remote...............................33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................33
Door Locks, Automatic ......................35
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .186
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .328
Electrical Power Outlets .....................198
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................110
Electronic Brake Control System ...............339
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................339
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......459
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........173
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............343
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........213
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......223
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................45Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................409
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................392
Jump Starting ......................... .405
Overheating .......................... .392
Towing ............................. .413
Emergency Trunk Release ....................45
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........421
Engine ................................ .419
Air Cleaner .......................... .426
Block Heater ......................... .304
Break-In Recommendations .................96
Checking Oil Level ..................... .424
Compartment ......................... .419
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................437
Cooling ............................. .437
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................98
Fails to Start .......................... .301
Flooded, Starting ...................... .301
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Fuel Requirements..................... .379
Jump Starting ......................... .405
Oil................................. .424
Oil Change Interval ..................... .425
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .425
Oil Selection .......................... .425
Oil Synthetic ......................... .426
Overheating .......................... .392
Starting ............................. .295
Temperature Gauge ..................... .213
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .425
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............69
Entry System, Illuminated ....................22
Ethanol ............................... .380
Event Data Recorder ........................73
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................98
Exhaust System ...........................98
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................109
Exterior Lighting ......................... .161Exterior Lights
.......................... .101
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .383
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .426
Air Conditioning ...................... .288
Engine Oil ........................... .426
Engine Oil Disposal .....................426
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .392
Turn Signal .......................... .101
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .166
Flooded Engine Starting ....................301
Fluid, Brake ............................ .473
Fluid Capacities ......................... .471
Fluid Leaks ............................ .101
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................447
Brake ............................... .444
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INDEX 511

Light Bulbs............................. .101
Lights ................................ .101
Airbag ................................67
Alarm .............................. .220
Anti-Lock ............................ .221
Automatic Headlights ....................162
Brake Assist Warning ....................346
Brake Warning ........................ .218
Bulb Replacement ...................... .465
Center Mounted Stop ....................469
Courtesy/Reading ..................... .166
Cruise .............................. .212
Daytime Running ...................... .163
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................165
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ..........213
Engine Temperature Warning ...............215
Exterior ............................. .101
Fog ................................ .164
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................392 Headlights
........................... .161
Headlights On Reminder ..................164
Headlights On With Wipers ................162
Headlight Switch ...................... .161
High Beam ........................... .166
High Beam Indicator .....................216
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............166
Illuminated Entry ........................22
Instrument Cluster ..................... .161
Intensity Control ....................... .167
Interior ............................. .167
License ............................. .469
Lights On Reminder .....................164
Low Fuel ............................ .222
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........222
Map Reading ......................... .166
Oil

Pressure .......................... .216
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........168
Passing ............................. .16610
INDEX 515

Reading............................. .166
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .217
Security Alarm ........................ .220
Service .............................. .464
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .222
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............220
Traction Control ....................... .346
Turn Signal .......................... .101
Vanity Mirror ..........................111
Voltage ............................. .212
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......212
Loading Vehicle ......................... .385
Capacities ........................... .387
Tires ............................... .355
Locks ..................................33
Automatic Door .........................35
Auto Unlock ...........................36
Door .................................33
Power Door ............................34 Low Tire Pressure System
...................372
Lubrication, Body ........................ .433
Lug Nuts .............................. .393
Maintenance Free Battery ....................427
Maintenance Procedures ....................423
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .476
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......222
Manual, Service ......................... .501
Manual Transmission ..................... .304
Fluid Level Check ...................... .446
Shift Speeds .......................... .307
Map/Reading Lights ...................... .166
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................444
Methanol .............................. .380
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .230
Mirrors ............................... .108
Automatic Dimming .....................108
Electric Powered ........................110
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