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  • Page 1 > 2014 CHALLENGER // USER GUIDE Includes SRT...
  • Page 2 > IMPORTANT This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals, Warranty ® Booklets, Tire Warranty and Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME UTILITY WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC . . . 2 TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) ....79 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND DRIVER COCKPIT .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, SRT, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT 1. Headlight Switch pg. 25 2. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 72 3. Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beams Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 24 4. Steering Wheel Paddle Shifters pg. 28 5. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display 6.
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 13. Passenger Heated Seats pg. 21 14. Switch Panel • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF pg. 86 • Sport Shifting pg. 86 • Hazard Flashers 15. Shift Lever 16. Driver Heated Seat pg. 21 17. Hood Release pg. 108 18.

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light** - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Air Bag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - Door Ajar Indicator*** - High Beam Indicator - Decklid Ajar Indicator*** - Front Fog Light Indicator - Sport Mode Indicator - Vehicle Security Indicator* * If equipped - Electronic Speed Control Set ** Bulb Check with Key On - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator*...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors • Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter to lock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. • Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver's door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors.

  • Page 11: Remote Start

    GETTING STARTED CAUTION! • If your vehicle battery becomes low or dead, your Key Fob will become locked in the ignition. • Do not attempt to remove the Key Fob while in this condition, damage could occur to the Key Fob or ignition module. Only remove the emergency key for locking and unlocking the doors.

  • Page 12: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    GETTING STARTED KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ The Keyless Enter-N-Go™ system is an enhancement to the vehicle's Key Fob. This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle's door(s) and trunk without having to press the Key Fob lock or unlock buttons, as well as starting and stopping the vehicle with the press of a button.
  • Page 13 GETTING STARTED • If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors and trunk will unlock when you press the trunk button. If “Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” is programmed only the trunk will unlock when you press the trunk button. To select between “Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” and “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”, refer to the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in your vehicle's Owner's Manual on the DVD or Programmable Features in this guide for further information.
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED Engine Starting/Stopping - Automatic Transmission Starting • Place the shift lever in PARK or NEUTRAL. • While pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once. If the engine fails to start, the starter will disen- gage automatically after 10 seconds. •...

  • Page 15: Vehicle Security Alarm

    GETTING STARTED Additional Functions NOTE: The following functions are with the driver’s foot OFF the Brake Pedal/Clutch Pedal (Trans- mission in PARK or NEUTRAL Position). Starting With The Ignition Switch In The OFF Position: • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to change the ignition switch to the ACC position.

  • Page 16: Seat Belt

    GETTING STARTED To Disarm • Keyless Enter-N-Go™ button installed: Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or with one of the Key Fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver's and passenger front door handles, grab the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ door handle and enter the vehicle, then press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™...

  • Page 17: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    GETTING STARTED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in every type of collision.

  • Page 18: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED CHILD RESTRAINTS Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems.
  • Page 19 GETTING STARTED Installing The Child Restraint Using The LATCH Lower Anchors NOTE: Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two or more child restraints. 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages.
  • Page 20 GETTING STARTED 7. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap. See below for directions to attach a tether anchor. 8.

  • Page 21: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED FRONT SEATS Power Seats • The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushions. • The seat switch, controls forward/backward and up/down. Power Lumbar • Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support.

  • Page 22: Easy Entry Seats

    GETTING STARTED Recliner • Lean forward in the seat and lift the re- cliner lever, then lean back to the desired position and release the lever. • Lift the lever to return the seatback to an upright position. Easy Entry Seats •...

  • Page 23: Rear Seat

    GETTING STARTED REAR SEAT Folding Rear Seatback • Pull on the loops, located near the outer top of the seatbacks, to fold down either or both seatbacks. These loops can be tucked away when not in use. • When the seatback is raised to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat loop.

  • Page 24: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.

  • Page 25: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS • A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. • Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.

  • Page 26: Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beam Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAM LEVER Turn Signal/Lane Change Assist • Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times and automatically turn off. Front Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation •...

  • Page 27: Headlight Switch

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE HEADLIGHT SWITCH Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights • Rotate the headlight switch, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel, to the first detent for park- ing lights and to the second detent for headlights •...

  • Page 28: Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL The Speed Control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed Control. CRUISE will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on. •...
  • Page 29 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Decrease Speed • When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET - button. The speed decrement shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: U.S.

  • Page 30: Autostick

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOSTICK® Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or Console Mounted Shifter • AutoStick® is a driver-interactive trans- mission feature that offers manual gear shifting to provide you with more control of the vehicle. AutoStick® allows you to maximize engine braking, and improve overall vehicle performance.

  • Page 31: Sport Mode - If Equipped

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPORT MODE – IF EQUIPPED • This mode alters the transmission's automatic shift schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds are increased to make full use of available engine power. Sport Mode is enabled/ disable by pressing the sport mode button on the center instrument panel below the climate controls.

  • Page 32: Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation • Turn the Mode and Blower Controls to the AUTO position. • Select the desired temperature by rotating the Temperature Control. • The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air Conditioning (A/C) •...

  • Page 33: Power Sunroof

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. Opening Sunroof Express Open • Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically. Manual Open •...
  • Page 34 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become en- trapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.

  • Page 35: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIND BUFFETING • Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the windows open, adjust the windows together. • If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any window.

  • Page 36: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM 1. Uconnect® Voice Command Button pg. 68 2. Uconnect® Phone Button pg. 65 3. Steering Wheel Audio control (Left) pg. 65 4. Steering Wheel Audio control (Right) pg. 65...
  • Page 37 ELECTRONICS 5. USB Port on Radio (For copying files from a memory stick to your hard drive.) pg. 45 6. Audio Jack (iPod® / MP3 devices with a headphone jack and a 3.5mm cable.) 7. Audio Jack, USB Port (located inside front console) pg. 45 8.

  • Page 38: Uconnect® 130

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 130 NOTE: • Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience for you and your passengers. • Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Clock Setting 1.

  • Page 39: Radio Operation

    ELECTRONICS Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through radio stations in AM or FM bands. • Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping. Store Radio Presets • Press the SET/RND or SET (depending on the radio) button once and SET 1 will show in the display.

  • Page 40: Uconnect® 130 With Siriusxm Satellite Radio

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 130 WITH SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect® Voice Command and Uconnect® Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 41 ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade 1. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and “BASS” will display. 2. Rotate the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to select the desired setting. 3. Continue pressing the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to display and set “MID RANGE,” “TREBLE,” “BALANCE” and “FADE.” Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons •...

  • Page 42: Siriusxm Satellite Radio

    ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Satellite Radio SiriusXM services require subscriptions, sold separately after the 12-month trial included with the new vehicle purchase. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel.

  • Page 43: Uconnect® 430/430N

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 430/430N NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect® Voice Command and Uconnect® Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 44 ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade Audio Control Menu • Press the “AUDIO” hard-key on the right side of the radio. • Use either the arrow soft-keys or the cross-hair on the screen to change Bal- ance and Fade. The “CENTER” soft-key resets the settings.
  • Page 45 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation • To access Radio Mode, touch the “RADIO” hard-key on the left side of the faceplate, then touch the “AM,” “FM” or “SAT” soft-key at the top of the screen to select the band. Seek Up/Seek Down •...
  • Page 46 ELECTRONICS CD/DVD Disc Operation • Press the “MEDIA” hard key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “HDD,” “DISC,” or “AUX” media source soft-key tab. NOTE: Your Touchscreen Radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system.
  • Page 47 ELECTRONICS Audio Jack Operation • The AUX/Audio Jack provides a means to connect a portable audio device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod®, to the vehicle’s sound system. This requires the use of a 3.5 mm stereo audio patch cable. •...
  • Page 48 ELECTRONICS Copying Music From USB • The USB port on the radio face plate allows you to copy files to your hard drive. To access, lift up the cover. • Insert a USB device (e.g. thumb drive or memory stick), then select the “MY MUSIC” soft-key. •...
  • Page 49 ELECTRONICS Playing Music From The HDD • Press the “MEDIA” hard-key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Touch the “HDD” soft-key tab. Touch the desired track soft-key to play or touch the “SEARCH/BROWSE” soft-key to search by artist, by album, by song, by genre, from a folder, or from Favorites.
  • Page 50 ELECTRONICS Main Navigation Menu Finding Points Of Interest • From the main Navigation menu, touch the “Where To?” soft-key, then touch the “Points of Interest” soft-key. • Select a Category, then a subcategory, if necessary. • Select your destination and touch the “Go”...
  • Page 51 ELECTRONICS Following Your Route • Your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated. A speed limit icon could appear as you travel on major roadways. Adding A Via Point •...

  • Page 52: Uconnect® 730N

    ELECTRONICS Acquiring Satellites • The GPS Satellite strength bars indicate the strength of your satellite reception. • Acquiring satellite signals can take a few minutes. When at least one of the bars is green, your device has acquired satellite signals. •...
  • Page 53 ELECTRONICS Menu • Press the MENU hard-key to access the System Setup menu and the My Files menu. • Press the MENU hard-key in an active mode (SAT, CD, AUX, etc.) to change mode specific settings. Equalizer, Balance And Fade Audio Control Menu •...
  • Page 54 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation • To access Radio Mode, touch the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key on the left side of the faceplate repeatedly until AM/FM/SAT appears at the top of the screen, then touch the “AM,” “FM” or “SAT” soft-key to select the band. Seek Up/Seek Down •...
  • Page 55 ELECTRONICS CD/DVD Disc Operation • Press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key until the media source tabs are displayed at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “HDD,” “DISC” or “AUX” media source soft-key tab. NOTE: Your Touchscreen Radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system.
  • Page 56 ELECTRONICS Audio Jack Operation • The AUX/Audio Jack provides a means to connect a portable audio device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod®, to the vehicle’s sound system. This requires the use of a 3.5 mm stereo audio patch cable. •...
  • Page 57 ELECTRONICS • Touch the “Add Music Files to HDD” soft-key, then touch the “From Disc” soft-key in the next screen to start the process. NOTE: • You might need to select the folder or title depending on the CD, then press “Done” to start the copy process.
  • Page 58 ELECTRONICS Copying Pictures To The HDD • Insert either a CD or a USB device containing your pictures in .jpg/JPEG format. • Press the MENU hard-key to access the Settings Menu, then touch the “My Files” soft-key. • Touch the “My Pictures” soft-key to get an overview of the currently stored images, then touch the “Add”...
  • Page 59 ELECTRONICS Playing Music From The HDD • Press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key until the media source tabs are displayed at the top of the screen. Touch the “HDD” soft-key tab. Touch the desired track soft-key to play or touch the “SEARCH/BROWSE” soft-key to search by artist, by album, by song, by genre, from a folder, or from Favorites.
  • Page 60 ELECTRONICS Changing The Navigation Guidance Prompt Volume 1. From the Navigation Map screen, touch the MENU hard-key then touch the “NAV Set- tings” soft-key. Next select "Guidance Prompts." 2. Select and adjust the navigation guidance prompt volume using the left and right arrows.
  • Page 61 ELECTRONICS Finding A Place By Entering The Street Address NOTE: Entering the city or zip code before entering the street name facilitates address entry. If the State and/or Country displayed are incorrect, touch the corresponding soft-key to make the correction. 1.

  • Page 62: Route Guidance

    ELECTRONICS Go Home • From the NAV - Main Menu, touch “Guide Me Home” when you want to route to your home destination. Where Am I Now? 1. From the NAV - Main Menu, touch “Where Am I Now?” The Where Am I Now? menu displays location information for the current vehicle position.

  • Page 63: Siriusxm Satellite Radio/Travel Link

    ELECTRONICS • “Destination Info” displays destination information. • “View Turn List” lists streets utilized for the current route. • “Save Destination” to save the destination address. • “Change Method” will allow you to change the routing method. SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO/TRAVEL LINK •...
  • Page 64 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Satellite Radio Favorites (SAT Favorites) • You can save 50 favorite songs and 50 favorite artists. • Touch the “Add Favorite” soft-key to add either the song or the artist of the cur- rently playing program to the SAT Favor- ites list.
  • Page 65 ELECTRONICS Replay • While you are in SAT mode, you can replay 44 minutes of the current SiriusXM channel (when the channel is changed, this audio buffer is erased). Press the REPLAY button to listen to the stored audio. • You can touch the on-screen controls to pause and rewind audio playback, touch the SCAN button to preview each of the tracks stored in the buffer, or select a...
  • Page 66 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Travel Link (Uconnect® 730N & Uconnect® 430N Only) • SiriusXM Travel Link brings a wealth of useful information into your vehicle and right to your fingertips. • To access Travel Link, press the MENU hard-key, then the “Travel Link” soft-key. View and store your favorite location, theater and sport teams 1 –...

  • Page 67: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS • The steering wheel audio controls are lo- cated on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right Switch • Press the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SXM.
  • Page 68 ELECTRONICS Phone Pairing NOTE: Pairing is a one - time initial setup before using the phone. Prior to starting the pairing procedure ensure all additional phones within the vehicle have their Bluetooth® disabled. 1. Press the “Phone” button to begin. 2.
  • Page 69 ELECTRONICS • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins as soon as the Bluetooth® wire- less phone connection is made to the Uconnect® Phone. For example, after you start the vehicle. NOTE: The mobile phone may require authorization prior to download. •...

  • Page 70: Uconnect® Voice Command

    ELECTRONICS Changing The Volume • Start a dialogue by pressing the “Phone” button , then adjust the volume during a normal call. • Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Uconnect® system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for Uconnect® is different than the audio system.
  • Page 71 ELECTRONICS Common Voice Commands (Examples) While In: Voice Command Example: “Radio AM” (to switch to the AM radio mode) “Radio FM” (to switch to the FM radio mode) “Satellite Radio” (to switch to the Satellite radio mode) “Disc” (to switch to the disc mode) Main Menu “USB”...
  • Page 72 ELECTRONICS While In: Voice Command Example: To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo.” The following are common voice commands for this mode: “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the recording, you may press the Voice Command button to stop recording.

  • Page 73: Bluetooth® Streaming Audio

    ELECTRONICS Bluetooth® STREAMING AUDIO • If equipped with Uconnect® Voice Com- mand, your Bluetooth®-equipped iPod® devices, cell phones or other media play- ers, may also be able to stream music to your vehicles speakers. Your connected device must be Bluetooth®-compatible, paired with your...

  • Page 74: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    ELECTRONICS • When connected to this feature: • The iPod® can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod® or external devices contents. • The iPod® battery charges when plugged into the USB port (if supported by the specific audio device).

  • Page 75: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS Compass Calibration This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated. You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL”...
  • Page 76 ELECTRONICS Key Fob Programmable Features The following features may also be programmed by using the Key Fob transmitter or the ignition switch and driver's door lock switch. NOTE: Pushing the LOCK button while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm.

  • Page 77: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink®)

    ELECTRONICS UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink®) • HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery. •...
  • Page 78 ELECTRONICS 4. Continue to hold buttons until the EVIC display changes from “CHANNEL # TRAINING” to “CHANNEL # TRAINED”, then release both buttons. NOTE: If the EVIC displays “DID NOT TRAIN” repeat from Step 2. 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button.

  • Page 79: Power Outlets

    ELECTRONICS Using HomeLink® • To operate, press and release the programmed HomeLink® button. Activation will now occur for the programmed device (e.g., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.,). The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.
  • Page 80 ELECTRONICS NOTE: • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse.

  • Page 81: Utility

    UTILITY TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) Engine/ Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Max. Tongue Wt. Transmission Trailer Wt.) 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 3.6L Automatic 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 5.7L Automatic...

  • Page 82: Srt

    AUTOSTICK® Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or Console Mounted Shifter • AutoStick® is a driver-interactive trans- mission feature that offers manual gear shifting to provide you with more control of the vehicle. AutoStick® allows you to maximize engine braking, and improve overall vehicle performance.

  • Page 83: Electronic Control Damping System

    ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING SYSTEM • This vehicle may be equipped with an electronic controlled dampening system. This system reduces body roll and pitch in many driving situations including cornering, acceleration and braking. There are three modes of operation: Automatic (Auto) Mode •...

  • Page 84: Srt Performance Features

    SRT PERFORMANCE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) • The EVIC can be used to program the fol- lowing Performance Features. Press and release the MENU button until Perfor- mance Features displays, then press the or DOWN button buttons to scroll through the settings.
  • Page 85 Digital Speedometer • When selected, this screen displays vehicle speed and records top speed. WARNING! Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Performance Features is intended for off- highway or off-road use only and should not be done on any public roadways. It is recommended that these features be used in a controlled environment and within the limits of the law.

  • Page 86: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for U.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Resi- dents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number, license plate number, and your loca- tion, including the telephone number from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 87 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF. 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 under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
  • Page 88 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition. If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle.
  • Page 89 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
  • Page 90 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Oil Life Reset Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change Due” message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 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.

  • Page 91: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ • Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.) • Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds. • Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position. NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset.

  • Page 92: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage The jack and spare tire are both stowed under an access cover in the trunk. Follow these steps to access the jack and spare tire. NOTE: The spare tire must be removed in order to access the jack. 1.
  • Page 93 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. 4. Remove the spare tire. 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. 6. Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the spare wheel as an assembly. Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen the lug wrench, and remove the wrench from the jack assembly.
  • Page 94 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery areas. 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. 3. Set the parking brake. 4.
  • Page 95 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking And Changing A Tire 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle.

  • Page 96: Road Tire Installation

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Mount the spare tire. NOTE: • For vehicles so equipped, do not at- tempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. • Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use Spare”...
  • Page 97 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.

  • Page 98: Battery Location

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES BATTERY LOCATION The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the engine compartment for jump-starting. TIREFIT KIT Your vehicle may be equipped with a TIREFIT Kit. Small punctures up to 1/4”...

  • Page 99: Tirefit Usage Precautions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Usage Precautions • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system. Refer to “Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT” section (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement.” •...
  • Page 100 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire: Always start the engine before turning ON the TIREFIT kit. NOTE: Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL. After pressing the Power Button (4), the sealant (white fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (1) through the Sealant Hose (6) and into the tire.
  • Page 101 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the tire inflates to the recommended pressure or is at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) pressure within 15 minutes: 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn off the TIREFIT kit. 2. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the Sealant Bottle (1) and place the sticker on the instrument panel.
  • Page 102 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement: 1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color). 2. Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the recessed area under the sealant bottle. 3. Press the Sealant Bottle release button. The Sealant Bottle (1) will pop up. Remove the bottle and dispose of it accordingly.
  • Page 103 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the TIREFIT kit. •...

  • Page 104: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING • If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jumpstarted using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. • Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the proce- dures in this section carefully.
  • Page 105 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: 1. Disconnect the negative (-) jumper cable from the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 2. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery.

  • Page 106: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Battery temperature must be brought above freezing point before attempting a jump-start.

  • Page 107: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Model Flat Towing (all Flatbed Towing Front Wheels Rear Wheels four wheels on (all four wheels Raised, Rear Raised, Front the ground) suspended OFF Wheels on the Wheels on the the ground) Ground Ground RWD Without a...

  • Page 108: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 109: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.

  • Page 110: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the hood release lever located on the instrument panel, below the steering col- umn. • Raise the hood and locate the safety catch lever, in the middle of the hood opening. • Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time.

  • Page 111: Engine Compartment

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  • Page 114: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Non-SRT Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Capacities Part Engine Coolant – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use 11.1 Quarts (10.5 Liters) In- MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant cludes heater and coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula recovery bottle filled to MAX OAT (Organic Additive Tech- level.
  • Page 115 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Capacities Part Manual Transmission We recommend you use – MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Axle Rear – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use API GL-5 SAE 75W90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant (with MOPAR® –...
  • Page 116 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Capacities Part Engine Coolant – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use 15.2 Quarts (14.4 Liters) In- MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant cludes heater and coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula recovery bottle filled to MAX OAT (Organic Additive Tech- level.
  • Page 117 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Capacities Part Automatic Transmission – If – We recommend you only use Equipped MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your trans- mission.

  • Page 118: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means that service is required for your vehicle.
  • Page 119 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Required Maintenance Intervals. Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before your next scheduled service •...
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  • Page 123 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE SRT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle perfor- mance and reliability. More frequent maintenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip driving.
  • Page 124 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
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  • Page 128: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module • The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side near the Washer Fluid Reservoir. This module contains fuses and relays. Cavity Cartridge Mini-Fuse Description Fuse —...
  • Page 129 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fuses – Rear Power Distribution Center • There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 60 Amp Yellow —...

  • Page 130: Summer/Three-Season Tires

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) — 10 Amp Red Ignition Run, AC Heater Control/Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) — 5 Amp Orange Cluster/Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/ Powertrain Control Module (PCM)/STOP LIGHT Switch —...

  • Page 131: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information”...

  • Page 132: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or equiva- lent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.

  • Page 133: Consumer Assistance

    • A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck, Dodge and SRT websites. • Click on the “For Owners” tab, select “Owner/Service Manuals”, then select your desired...

  • Page 134: Reporting Safety Defects In The United States

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.

  • Page 135: Mopar® Accessories

    • For the full line of Authentic Dodge Accessories by MOPAR®, visit your local Dodge dealership or online at mopar.com for U.S. residents or mopar.ca for Canadian residents.

  • Page 136: Frequently Asked Questions

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FAQ’s GETTING STARTED • How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 16 OPERATION YOUR VEHICLE • What is my engine break-in recommendation? • Non SRT Version pg. 23 • SRT Version pg. 23 ELECTRONICS •...
  • Page 137 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS UTILITY • How do I know how much I can tow with my Dodge Challenger? pg. 79 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 84 • How do I change a flat tire? pg. 90 •...

  • Page 138: Index

    INDEX Air Bag Climate Control ....30 Clock Setting ...36, 38, 41 Advance Front Air Bag ..15 Cluster Warning/Indicator Lights Air Bags .
  • Page 139 INDEX Engine Jack Location ....90 Break-In Recommendations ..23 Jack Operation ....93 Compartment .
  • Page 140 INDEX Placard, Tire and Loading Information . .129 Cancel ....27 Power Resume ....27 Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .
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  • Page 147: Driving And Alcohol

    DODGE.COM This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Dodge and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect...
  • Page 148 DOWNLOAD A FREE ELECTRONIC COPY OF THE OWNER’S MANUAL OR WARRANTY BOOKLET by visiting the Owners tab at: www.dodge.com (U.S.) www.dodge.ca (Canada) 14D491-926-AA Third Edition CHALLENGER User Guide...

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