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2018 CHALLENGER USER GUIDE INCLUDES SRT 392/SRT HELLCAT...
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I M P O R T A N T Get war r an t y a nd o the r i nformati on o nl in e – you ca n re vi e w a n d p ri n t o r d o wn l o a d a c op y of t h e Ow n e r’s M a n ual , Na viga t i o n/ U c o n n e c t manual s a nd the li mi te d w a rra n ti es p rov i d ed b y F C A US L L C f o r yo u r ve h i c l e b y vi si t i n g w ww.m o pa r.
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Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US When it comes to service, remember that your For more detailed descriptions of the topics LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents pre- authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has discussed in this User Guide, as well as infor- factory-trained technicians genuine...
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS with steering wheel on the right side, the posi- tion or construction of some controls is not While reading this User Guide you will find a exactly mirror-like with respect to the figure. Essential Information series of WARNINGS to be followed to prevent To identify the chapter with the information...
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GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY STARTING AND OPERATING IN CASE OF EMERGENCY SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MULTIMEDIA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE INDEX...
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GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL ....6 INTERIOR..... .7...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE USER GUIDE — IF EQUIPPED ..11 HEAD RESTRAINTS ....24 CLIMATE CONTROLS ....32 Automatic Climate Control Overview .
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INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ....46 Programming HomeLink To A Garage Door Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Opener..... .43 Button .
VEHICLE USER GUIDE — IF nect and no external device needed for play- • Maintenance • Multilingual back. Plus, it’s updated throughout the year, in schedules and in- EQUIPPED real-time, so it never goes out of date. formation • Comprehensive Access your Owner’s Information –...
KEYS NOTE: In the ON/RUN position, key fob commands are Key Fob disabled and the vehicle is at or above 5 MPH. Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. The ignition system consists of a key fob with Re- mote Keyless Entry (RKE) and a START/STOP push button ignition system.
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To Lock The Doors And Trunk The emergency key allows for entry into the The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system Push and release the lock button on the key fob will also be activated.
Request For Additional Remote Controls IGNITION SWITCH NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer Sys- NOTE: Keyless Push Button Ignition tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to Only key fobs that are programmed to the ve- an authorized dealer. hicle electronics can be used to start and oper- This feature allows the driver to operate the ate the vehicle.
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WARNING! • Driving position. ate power windows, other controls, or move • All the electrical devices are available. the vehicle. • Do not leave children or animals inside START parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior • The engine will start. heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not WARNING! pushed) door locks or other controls could cause How To Use Remote Start — If Equipped • Battery at an acceptable charge level serious injury or death. •...
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF • Push lock on the interior power door lock • Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle, switch with the driver and/or passenger if equipped. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — EQUIPPED door open. Passive Entry,” located in “Doors” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle”...
If the vehicle security alarm is armed and the • If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry and battery becomes disconnected, the vehicle se- no door is opened within 60 seconds, the curity alarm will remain armed when the battery vehicle will re-lock and if equipped will arm is reconnected;...
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To Unlock From The Passenger Side: 1. A lock request is made by a valid Passive • Three attempts are made to lock the doors Entry key fob while a door is open. using the door panel switch and then close the With a Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) doors.
NOTE: Do NOT grab the door handle, when pushing the The vehicle doors can also be locked by using If you inadvertently leave your vehicle's Passive door handle button. This could unlock the the key fob lock button or the lock button located on the vehicle’s interior door panel.
Heated Seats You can choose from HI, LO, or OFF heat set- Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start tings. The indicator arrows in touchscreen but- On models that are equipped with remote start, On some models, the front seats may be tons indicate the level of heat in use.
Front Ventilated Seats Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start, If your vehicle is equipped with ventilated seats, the ventilated seats can be programmed to the seat cushion and seat back will have fans that draw the air from the passenger compart- come on during a remote start.
This vehicle has been designed to maximize WARNING! WARNING! total performance. In doing so, the audio sys- • Only ride in available seating positions tem, and deletion of passenger seats and/or rear • Be certain that the seatback is securely equipped with seat belt systems.
HEAD RESTRAINTS NOTE: Do not reverse the head restraints (making the Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk rear of the head restraint face forward) in an of injury by restricting head movement in the attempt to gain additional clearance to the back event of a rear-impact.
To remove the head restraint, remove the seat This vehicle has been designed to maximize WARNING! belt from the seat belt loop. Raise the head total performance. In doing so, the audio sys- instructions above prior to operating the restraint as far as it can go. Then, push the tem, and deletion of passenger seats and/or rear vehicle or occupying a seat.
STEERING WHEEL To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull WARNING! the steering wheel outward or push it inward as • Only ride in available seating positions Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column desired. To lock the steering column in position, equipped with seat belt systems. Always push the lever upward until fully engaged.
NOTE: WARNING! The engine must be running for the heated trol of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warn- steering wheel to operate. ing may result in serious injury or death. Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped On models that are equipped with remote start, the heated steering wheel can be programmed The steering wheel contains a heating element...
EXTERIOR LIGHTS Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the NOTE: first detent for parking light and instrument • The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control Headlight Switch panel light operation. Rotate the headlight can be turned on or off using the Uconnect switch to the second detent for headlight, park- System.
Automatic Headlights Headlights On With Wipers NOTE: • If either light remains on and does not flash, or When this feature is active, the headlights will This system automatically turns the headlights there is a very fast flash rate, check for a turn on after the wipers are turned on if the on or off according to ambient light levels.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND Windshield Washers CAUTION! WASHERS To use the washer, push the multifunction lever If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers inward (toward the steering column) and hold it freeze to the windshield, damage to the The multifunction lever operates the windshield for as long as washer spray is desired.
Mist Feature The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted The Rain Sensing system has protection fea- with the multifunction lever. Wiper delay posi- tures for the wiper blades and arms, and will not Rotate the end of the lever downward to the operate under the following conditions: tion 1 is the least sensitive, and wiper delay MIST position to activate a single wipe cycle to...
CLIMATE CONTROLS Automatic Climate Control Overview Uconnect 4C/4C NAV With 8.4–inch Ddisplay Automatic Climate Controls Uconnect 4 With 7–inch Display Automatic Climate Controls...
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Automatic Climate Controls On The Faceplate...
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Automatic Climate Control Descriptions Icon Description MAX A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is on. Performing this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off. A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is on.
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Icon Description Rear Defrost Button Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after ten minutes.
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Icon Description Panel Mode Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a shut-off wheel located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets.
Climate Control Functions • If your air conditioning performance seems indicator will illuminate when this button is lower than expected, check the front of the selected. Press the button a second time to turn A/C (Air Conditioning) A/C condenser (located in front of the radia- off the recirculation mode and allow outside air tor), for an accumulation of dirt or insects.
Manual Operation Override Vacation/Storage 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the set- Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of This system offers a full complement of manual tings.
Opening Sunroof CAUTION! WARNING! Express • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, • Never leave children unattended in a ve- or abrasive window cleaners on the inte- Push the switch rearward and release it within hicle, or with access to an unlocked ve- rior surface of the window.
Closing Sunroof Wind Buffeting it will occur regardless of sunroof position. Dur- ing Express Vent operation, any other actuation Express Wind buffeting can be described as the percep- of the switch will stop the sunroof. tion of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type Push the switch forward and release it within Pinch Protect Feature sound in the ears.
HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle, the safety 3. Push the safety catch to the left. catch is located under the center front edge To Open The Hood of the hood. Two latches must be released to open the hood. 1.
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR To Close The Hood • The HomeLink buttons that are located in the overhead console or sunvisor designate the OPENER (HOMELINK) three different HomeLink channels. WARNING! • To operate HomeLink, push and release any of Be sure the hood is fully latched before the programmed HomeLink buttons.
If you have any problems, or require assistance, Rolling Code Devices Programming HomeLink To A Garage Door please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Opener To determine if your device has a rolling code, a Internet at HomeLink.com for information or good indicator is its manufacturing date.
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4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe 2. Return to the vehicle and push the pro- WARNING! HomeLink indicator light. grammed HomeLink button three times (holding the button for two seconds each HomeLink indicator light will flash slowly • Your motorized door or gate will open and time).
Programming HomeLink To A Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button General Information Miscellaneous Device To reprogram a single HomeLink button that has The following regulatory statement applies to all been previously trained, without erasing all the Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this Refer to “Programming HomeLink To A Garage channels, follow the procedure below.
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT The center console 12 Volt power outlet is NOTE: powered directly from the battery (power avail- • Do not exceed the maximum power of able at all times). Items plugged into this outlet Power Outlets 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the may discharge the battery and/or prevent the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, There are two 12 Volt electrical power outlets on...
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Power Outlet Fuses 1 — #12 Fuse 20A Yellow Cigar Lighter Integrated Center Stack 2 — #38 Fuse 20A Yellow Power Outlet Center Console...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ..50 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .60 Yellow Indicator Lights... . .58 Green Indicator Lights .
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY This system conveniently allows the driver to The system allows the driver to select informa- select a variety of useful information by pushing tion by pushing the following buttons mounted Your vehicle may be equipped with an instru- the arrow buttons located on the left side of the on the steering wheel: ment cluster display, which offers useful infor-...
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Left And Right Arrow Buttons: • Within each submenu layer, the up and down Unless reset, this message will continue to dis- arrows will allow the user to select the item of play each time you place the ignition in the Using the left or right arrow button allows you to ON/RUN position.
4. Push and hold the OK button to reset oil life. NOTE: you are advised to read carefully in all cases. If conditions are met, the gauge and nu- If the indicator message illuminates when you Always refer to the information in this chapter in start the vehicle, the oil change indicator sys- the event of a failure indication.
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— Air Bag Warning Light Brake System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Con- WARNING! trol (ESC) system. In this case, the light will This light indicates a fault with the air bag, and remain on until the condition has been cor- Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb rected.
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— Oil Temperature Warning Light NOTE: engine off immediately and call for service. This light shows only that the parking brake is Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “In Case This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is applied. It does not show the degree of brake Of Emergency”...
— Door Open Warning Light If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is WARNING! running, immediate service is required and you This indicator will illuminate when a door is is illuminated you could cause the fluid to may experience reduced performance, an ajar/open and not fully closed.
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Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph CAUTION! gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as the light after engine start. The vehicle should possible to have the problem diagnosed and Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indi- corrected.
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— Low Washer Fluid Warning Light — Each tire, including the spare (if provided), Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for If Equipped should be checked monthly when cold and proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s inflated to the inflation pressure recommended responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, This indicator will illuminate when the wind-...
as soon as possible. However, the conventional gage the light. If the light does not turn off, CAUTION! brake system will continue to operate normally, please see an authorized dealer. assuming the Brake Warning Light is not also The TPMS has been optimized for the origi- —...
Green Indicator Lights • Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if White Indicator Lights either indicator flashes at a rapid rate. — Front Fog Indicator Light — If — Cruise Control Ready Indicator — Cruise Control Set Indicator Light Equipped This light will turn on when the speed control is —...
— Custom Mode Indicator Light (toward the rear of the vehicle) to turn off the Light (MIL). It will also store diagnostic codes high beams. If the high beams are off, pull the and other information to assist your service This light will turn on when Custom Mode is lever toward you for a temporary high beam on, technician in making repairs.
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) WARNING! WARNING! Cybersecurity • Access, or allow others to access, in- connection port in order to diagnose or Your vehicle is required to have an Onboard formation stored in your vehicle sys- service your vehicle. tems, including personal information.
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SAFETY SAFETY AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ..64 Important Safety Precautions ..72 Transporting Passengers ...105 Seat Belt Systems ....73 Exhaust Gas .
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the detection zones by illuminating the BSM Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If warning light located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an audible (chime) alert Equipped and reducing the radio volume.
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Rear Cross Path — If Equipped when a detected object is present. Whenever an WARNING! audible alert is requested, the radio volume is The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended reduced so that the alert can be better heard. Rear Cross Path Detection (RCP) is not a to aid the drivers when backing out of parking back up aid system.
NOTE: Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Turning FCW On Or Off The BSM system will store the current operating Operation The Forward Collision activation/deactivation is mode when the vehicle is shut off. Each time located in "Uconnect Settings" under "Safety The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system the vehicle is started the previously stored mode And Driving Assistance.”...
Changing FCW Status 2. This device must accept any interference Maintenance” for information on how to prop- received, including interference that may erly inflate the vehicle’s tires. The tire pressure The default status of FCW is the “Far” setting in cause undesired operation.
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NOTE: NOTE: CAUTION! When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal TPMS pressures and warning have been need to be increased up to an additional 4 psi tire care and maintenance or to provide warn- established for the tire size equipped on (30 kPa) above the recommended cold placard ing of a tire failure or condition.
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Premium System Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warn- ings The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Tell- electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev- tale Light” will illuminate in the els.
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need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above Service Tire Pressure System Warning • Using tire chains on the vehicle. 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to • Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM If a system fault is detected, the TPM Telltale receive this information.
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4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a To deactivate the TPMS, first replace all four place of the dashes. On the next ignition cycle chime will sound, the “TPMS Telltale Light” wheel and tire assemblies (road tires) with tires the "Service Tire Pressure System"...
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Here are some simple steps you can take to 5. You should read the instructions provided minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air with your child restraint to make sure that Some of the most important safety features in bag: you are using it properly.
Vehicles Without Passenger Seating In- WARNING! WARNING! stalled injury to a child 12 years or younger, in- a collision, people riding in these areas are If your vehicle does not have a factory installed cluding a child in a rear-facing child re- more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
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Initial Indication will remain on until the seat belts are buckled. WARNING! The BeltAlert warning sequence may repeat If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition • All occupants, including the driver, should based on vehicle speed until the driver and switch is first in the START or ON/RUN position, not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s occupied outboard front seat passenger seat...
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BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by WARNING! WARNING! your authorized dealer. FCA US LLC does not also provided at their seating position to recommend deactivating BeltAlert. • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to minimize the risk of severe injury or death more severe injuries in a collision.
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seat belt. Slide the latch plate up the web- WARNING! WARNING! bing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt • A twisted seat belt may not protect you der so that your strongest bones will take to go around your lap. properly.
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5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoul- 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it der and chest with minimal, if any slack so clears the folded webbing and the seat belt that it is comfortable and not resting on your is no longer twisted.
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Seat belts must be worn by all occupants in- The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant WARNING! cluding pregnant women: the risk of injury in Restraint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, • Using a Seat Belt Extender when not the pretensioners are single use items.
If the passenger seating position is equipped WARNING! WARNING! with an ALR and is being used for normal usage, injury to a child 12 years or younger, in- only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to • The seat belt assembly must be replaced if cluding a child in a rear-facing child re- comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid- the switchable Automatic Locking Retrac-...
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Some of the safety features described in this NOTE: switch is first in the ON/RUN position. After the section may be standard equipment on some Vehicles with front passenger seat deleted will self-check, the Air Bag Warning Light will turn models, or may be optional equipment on others.
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NOTE: panel. The Redundant Air Bag Warning Light If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine will stay on until the fault is cleared. In addition, a single chime will sound to alert you that the related gauges are not working, the Occupant Redundant Air Bag Warning Light has come on Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be dis- and a fault has been detected.
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The first stage inflator is triggered immediately WARNING! WARNING! during an impact that requires air bag deploy- ally. You may damage the air bags and you ment. A low energy output is used in less severe • Being too close to the steering wheel or could be injured because the air bags may collisions.
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Knee Impact Bolsters On the other hand, depending on the type and The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occu- location of impact, front air bags may deploy in pant injury during certain side impacts, in ad- The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but dition to the injury reduction potential provided knees of the driver and front passenger, and...
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When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on belted and seated properly, or if items are posi- the outboard side of the seatback’s trim cover. tioned in the area where the SABICs inflate. The inflating SAB deploys through the seat Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag.
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Side Impacts Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt WARNING! restraint system. Side Air Bags deploy in less The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in time than it takes to blink your eyes. • Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not certain side impacts.
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If A Deployment Occurs the severity and type of collision. Vehicle dam- • Air Bag Warning Light age by itself is not a good indicator of whether or • Steering Wheel and Column The front air bags are designed to deflate imme- not Side Air Bags should have deployed.
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Enhanced Accident Response System Reset • As the air bags deflate, you may see some NOTE: smoke-like particles. The particles are a nor- Procedure • Air bag covers may not be obvious in the mal by-product of the process that generates interior trim, but they will open during air bag In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Re- the non-toxic gas used for air bag inflation.
hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in NOTE: WARNING! understanding how a vehicle’s systems per- EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a • It is dangerous to try to repair any part of formed. The EDR is designed to record data non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
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Children 12 years or younger should ride prop- Before buying any restraint system, make sure WARNING! erly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. If your that it has a label certifying that it meets all hold the child, no matter how strong you are. vehicle is not equipped with a rear seat, FCA applicable Safety Standards.
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Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Children who have outgrown their forward-facing Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the vehicle seat Larger Children child restraint, but are too small to properly fit the belt, seated in the rear seat of the vehicle vehicle’s seat belt Children 12 years old or younger, who have out- Vehicle Seat Belt, seated in the rear seat of the...
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Older Children And Child Restraints Children Too Large For Booster Seats should use a belt-positioning booster seat. The child and belt-positioning booster seat are held in NOTE: NOTE: the vehicle by the seat belt. If your vehicle is not equipped with a rear seat, FCA If your vehicle is not equipped with a rear seat, recommends that you do not allow children 12 years FCA recommends that you do not allow children...
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Recommendations For Attaching Child Re- If the answer to any of these questions was WARNING! “no,” then the child still needs to use a booster straints seat in this vehicle. If the child is using the Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt NOTE: lap/shoulder belt, check seat belt fit periodically under an arm or behind their back.
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Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint Vehicles Without Passenger Seating Installed (LATCH) Restraint System anchorage system called LATCH, which stands If your vehicle is not equipped with a rear for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The passenger seat, your vehicle is not equipped LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points with LATCH anchorages.
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LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchor- ages Per Seating Position) Rear Seat Delete No LATCH Positions In Passenger Seats Deleted No LATCH Top Tether Anchorage Symbol This Vehicle Positions In This Vehicle...
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Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Use the LATCH anchorage system until the com- What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight bined weight of the child and the child restraint is of the child restraint) for using the LATCH anchor- 65 lbs (29.5 kg) 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
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Locating The LATCH Anchorages Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages There are tether strap anchorages behind WARNING! each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window. If the rear or front passenger seats are not They are found under a plastic cover with the present in your vehicle, NEVER install a child tether anchorage symbol on it.
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LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and WARNING! be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on the tether strap of the child seat so that on each side. Each will have a hook or connector you can more easily attach the hooks or Never use the same lower anchorage to at- to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to...
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Installing Child Restraints Using The Ve- 5. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child Do not lock the seat belt. Remind all children in restraint rearward and downward into the the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and hicle Seat Belt seat.
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Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing the child restraint so that it is not necessary to WARNING! use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be Child Restraints In This Vehicle “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of • Improper installation or failure to properly NOTE: the webbing out of the retractor and then letting secure a child restraint can lead to failure...
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Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Locations ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Rear Seat Delete — Only Front Passenger Passenger Seat Delete — No Automatic Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Seat Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Locking Retractor (ALR) Locations Location...
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Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight Always use the tether anchor when using the seat of the child restraint) for using the Tether Anchor belt to install a forward facing child restraint, up Weight limit of the Child Restraint with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child to the recommended weight limit of the child re-...
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5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the 9. Test that the child restraint is installed WARNING! shoulder part of the belt until you have tightly by pulling back and forth on the child See the section “Lower Anchors and Tethers pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the seat at the belt path.
3. Route the tether strap to provide the most 4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child WARNING! direct path for the strap between the anchor restraint to the top tether anchorage as seat to secure a child restraint top tether shown in the diagram.
SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly main- tained engine exhaust system. WARNING! Transporting Passengers Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can be NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless...
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside stay on until the fault is removed. If the light WARNING! comes on intermittently or remains on while The Vehicle driving, have your authorized dealer service the An improperly attached, damaged, folded, or vehicle immediately. Refer to “Occupant Re- stacked floor mat, or damaged floor mat Seat Belts straint Systems”...
Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the WARNING! WARNING! tires (including spare) for proper cold inflation • ONLY use the driver’s side floor mat on the • If the vehicle carpet has been removed and pressure. driver’s side floor area. To check for inter- re-installed, always properly attach carpet Lights ference, with the vehicle properly parked...
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WARNING! WARNING! To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: when using “Track-Use” parts and equip- • ALWAYS remove any “Track-Use” equip- ment: ment before driving on public roads. • NEVER use any “Track-Use” equipment • ALWAYS properly use your three-point seat on public roads.
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PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST..127 DODGE ..... .111 To Activate ....121 To Set A Desired Speed .
STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: WARNING! Normal starting of either a cold or a warm could operate power windows, other con- Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, engine is obtained without pumping or pressing trols, or move the vehicle. adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten the accelerator pedal.
2. The ignition will return to the OFF mode. 1. Place the gear selector in PARK, then push and release the ENGINE START/STOP RECOMMENDATIONS — DODGE 3. Place the gear selector in first gear or RE- button. VERSE and then apply the parking brake.
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The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle This wearing in occurs mainly during the first • Maintain vehicle speed below 70 mph lubricant installed at the factory is high-quality 500 miles (805 km) and continues through the (112 km/h) and observe local speed limits. and energy-conserving.
ENGINE BREAK-IN • Avoid aggressive braking. For the first 1500 miles (2414 km): • Drive with the engine speed less than RECOMMENDATIONS — SRT • Do not participate in track events, sport driv- 3,500 RPM. ing schools, or similar activities during the The following tips will be helpful in obtaining first 1500 miles (2414 km).
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NOTE: WARNING! WARNING! The 1 - 4 Skip Shift feature is disabled when leased. Make sure the transmission is in a vehicle, always come to a complete stop, selecting Sport Mode, or when selecting Track PARK before exiting the vehicle. then apply the parking brake, shift the or Custom Drive Modes (SRT only).
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission CAUTION! The transmission gear range (PRNDM) is dis- Damage to the transmission may occur if the played both on the gear selector and in the following precautions are not observed: instrument cluster. • Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only To select a gear range, press the lock button on after the vehicle has come to a complete the gear selector and move the selector rearward...
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electronically-controlled transmission NOTE: Operation adapts its shift schedule based on driver inputs, If the gear selector cannot be moved to the When the gear selector is in the DRIVE (D) position, PARK, REVERSE, or NEUTRAL position (when along with environmental and road conditions. the transmission will operate automatically, shifting pushed forward) it is probably in the MANUAL transmission...
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NOTE: • In temporary AutoStick mode (gear selector in • You can start out, from a stop, in first or DRIVE), the transmission will automatically second gear. Tapping (+) (at a stop) will allow • Tapping one of the steering wheel-mounted shift up when maximum engine speed is starting in second gear.
during race events on a closed course where • Launch Mode is intended to be used on dry, WARNING! paved road surfaces only. Use on slippery or consistent quarter mile and zero to sixty times loose surfaces may cause damage to vehicle are desired.
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4. Make sure the vehicle is not moving. Launch mode will abort before launch comple- NOTE: tion, display “Launch Aborted” in the cluster Pushing the SRT button on the center stack 5. Make sure the steering wheel is pointing or pressing the “Apps” button on the touch- under any the following conditions: straight.
NOTE: • The brake is applied during launch. mission), and steering systems are all set to Messages will appear in the instrument clus- their SPORT settings. Sport Mode will provide • The ESC system detects that the vehicle is no ter to inform the driver if one or more of the improved throttle response and modified shift- longer moving in a straight line.
The Speed Control buttons are located on the NOTE: WARNING! right side of the steering wheel. In order to ensure proper operation, the Speed Control System has been designed to shut down Leaving the Speed Control system on when if multiple Speed Control functions are operated not in use is dangerous.
To Vary The Speed Setting Metric Speed (km/h) • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to decrease until the but- • Pushing the SET (+) button once will result in To Increase Speed ton is released, then the new set speed will be a 1 km/h increase in set speed.
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may ences. With this option, you can set a specified occur so it may be preferable to drive without distance you would like to maintain between Speed Control. you and the vehicle in front of you.
If the system is set when the vehicle speed is The driver's preferred units can be selected • If the button is continually pushed, the set below 20 mph (32 km/h), the set speed shall be through the instrument panel settings if speed will continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the button is released.
Metric Speed (km/h) • The ACC system maintains set speed when WARNING! driving up hill and down hill. However, a slight • Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in prevailing traffic and road conditions could speed change on moderate hills is normal. In a 1 km/h decrease in set speed.
Setting The Following Distance mode. While in the Normal (Fixed Speed) WARNING! Cruise Control mode the distance setting fea- The specified following distance for ACC can be vehicle. Failure to follow these warnings can ture will be disabled and the system will main- set by varying the distance setting between four result in a collision and death or serious tain the speed you set.
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST WARNING! WARNING! You can change the mode by using the Cruise The ParkSense Park Assist system provides vi- You should switch off the ACC system: Control buttons. The two control modes func- sual and audible indications of the distance •...
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP ParkSense can be active only when the gear transmission is shifted into PARK, the vehicle's selector is in REVERSE. If ParkSense is en- ignition is cycled to OFF, or by pressing the CAMERA abled at this gear selector position, the system image defeat [X] button.
CAUTION! WARNING! eral fire regulations and may cause the • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should “Malfunction Indicator Light” to turn on. only be used as a parking aid. The • A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a ParkView camera is unable to view every portable container that is inside of a ve- obstacle or object in your drive path.
TRAILER TOWING • Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” Materials Added To Fuel sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is Designated TOP TIER tightened properly. The MIL in the instrument In this section, you will find safety tips and Detergent Gasoline con- cluster may turn on if the gas cap is not information on limits to the type of towing you...
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND CAUTION! CAUTION! MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing this vehicle in violation of the above Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe engine, requirements can cause severe engine and/or Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the transmission and/or transfer case damage.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY IN CASE OF EMERGENCY BULB REPLACEMENT ....134 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ..147 MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMIS- SION .
BULB REPLACEMENT All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for re- Replacement Bulbs placement. Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp Overhead Console Reading Lamps Visor Vanity Lamps A6220...
Bulb Number Stop/Turn Lamp LED (Serviced At Authorized Dealer) Rear Side Marker LED (Serviced At Authorized Dealer) Backup Lamp LED (Serviced At Authorized Dealer) Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED (Serviced At Authorized Dealer) License LED (Serviced At Authorized Dealer) * The headlamps are a type of high-voltage General Information WARNING!
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CAUTION! CAUTION! CAUTION! dangerous electrical system overload. If a possibly result in an electrical system fail- • When installing the power distribution properly rated fuse continues to blow, it ure. center cover, it is important to ensure the indicates a problem in the circuit that •...
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare – 20 Amp Yellow Left HID – If Equipped – 20 Amp Yellow Right HID – If Equipped 50 Amp Red – Radiator Fan – (Non 6.2L Supercharged) 50 Amp Red –...
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage 3. Rotate the fastener securing the spare tire counterclockwise to remove it. The jack and spare tire are both stowed under WARNING! an access cover in the trunk. Follow these steps to access the jack and spare tire. •...
4. Remove the spare tire. 4. Turn the ignition OFF. WARNING! 5. Rotate the fastener securing the jack coun- 5. Block both the front and rear of the wheel A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a colli- terclockwise to remove it. diagonally opposite the jacking position.
Jacking And Changing A Tire WARNING! CAUTION! • Only use the jack in the positions indicated WARNING! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking and for lifting this vehicle during a tire on locations other than those indicated in the change.
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CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated. Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the Installing Compact Spare flat tire and install the spare tire. NOTE: WARNING! •...
• Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to 5. After 25 miles (40 km), check the lug nut WARNING! “Limited-Use Spare” under “Tires— torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the General Information” in “Servicing And A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a colli- wheel.
Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Tire Service Kit Components And Operation Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the fol- • Replace the Tire Service Kit Sealant Bottle (1) lowing symbols to indicate the air or sealant and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration mode.
for inflating sport balls, rafts, or similar inflat- WARNING! WARNING! able items. However, use only the Air Pump – If the wheel has any damage. Service Kit out of reach of children. If Hose (7) and make sure the Mode Select –...
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(C) Injecting Tire Service Kit Sealant Into 3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto trans- that the Mode Select Knob (5) is in the mission) or in Gear (manual transmission) Sealant Mode position and not Air Mode. The Deflated Tire: and place the ignition in the OFF position.
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(D) Drive Vehicle: decrease quickly from approximately 70 psi 2. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top (4.8 Bar) to the actual tire pressure when the of the Sealant Bottle (1) and place the Immediately after injecting sealant and inflat- sticker on the instrument panel.
3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in 4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or re- 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire color) and screw the fitting at the end of hose placed at the earliest opportunity at an au- Service Kit housing.
WARNING! WARNING! • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is watch bands and bracelets that could frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause make an inadvertent electrical contact. personal injury. You could be seriously injured.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) 6. Once the engine is started, remove the WARNING! jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: booster battery. Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as Disconnecting The Jumper Cables this could establish a ground connection and 3.
NOTE: CAUTION! WARNING! There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition: Accessories plugged into the vehicle power You or others can be badly burned by hot outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from •...
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 2. Remove the console storage bin to access 6. While holding the locking tab in the disen- the Manual Park Release lever. gaged position, pull the tether strap to rotate 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION the lever up and rearward until it locks in place in the vertical position.
2. Rotate the Manual Park Release lever for- the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure NOTE: ward and down, to its original position, until that will maintain the rocking motion, without Push the "ESC Off" switch to place the Elec- spinning the wheels or racing the engine.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels This section describes procedures for towing a • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting too fast may lead to transmission overheat- disabled vehicle using a commercial towing between DRIVE / FIRST GEAR and RE- ing and failure.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrost- • The towing distance must not exceed CAUTION! ers, etc.) while being towed, the ignition must 30 miles (48 km). be in the ON/RUN mode, not the ACC mode. • Towing this vehicle using any other method •...
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE in “Safety” for further information on the En- how a vehicle’s systems performed under cer- hanced Accident Response System (EARS) tain crash or near crash-like situations, such as SYSTEM (EARS) function. an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle. This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems”...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED SERVICING ... . .162 6.4L Engine ....173 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .
SCHEDULED SERVICING Required” message is displayed. Severe Oper- rized dealer, the message can be reset by refer- ating Conditions can cause the change oil mes- ring to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting 3.6L And 5.7L Engines sage to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles To Know Your Instrument Panel”...
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Severe Duty All Models • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil brake master cylinder, and power steering (if Change Indicator System: Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) equipped) and fill as needed.
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals and replace if necessary. Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if equipped).
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the following: Most of your driving is at sustained speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driv- ing.
ranty and ensure the best vehicle performance • Change your engine oil more often if you drive WARNING! your vehicle off-road/track usage for an ex- and reliability. More frequent maintenance may tended period of time. be needed for vehicles in severe operating con- •...
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Once A Month • Check all lights and other electrical items for CAUTION! correct operation. • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear Failure to perform the required maintenance or damage. At Each Oil Change items may result in damage to the vehicle. •...
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Miles: Or Months: 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Or Kilometers: Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect the exhaust system.
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Miles: Or Months: 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months if not done at 150,000 miles (240,000 km).
RAISING THE VEHICLE Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on In the case where it is necessary to raise the U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the vehicle, go to an authorized dealer or service letter “P”...
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• High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT. Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S.
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EXAMPLE: H = Speed Symbol • A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions • The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and posted speed limits) Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire:...
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EXAMPLE: 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) • 03 means the 3rd week 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) • 01 means the year 2001 •...
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Tire Loading And Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: NOTE: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed vehicle. on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver's side door.
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To determine the maximum loading conditions equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five NOTE: of your vehicle, locate the statement “The com- 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load bined weight of occupants and cargo should from your trailer will be transferred to your amount of available cargo and luggage...
Safety NOTE: WARNING! • Unequal tire pressures from side to side may WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Over- cause erratic and unpredictable steering re- loading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle sponse. • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous handling, and increase your stopping dis- and can cause collisions.
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At least once a month: Check tire pressures more often if subject to a hicle loading may be required for high-speed wide range of outdoor temperatures, as tire vehicle operation. Refer to an authorized tire • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good dealer or original equipment vehicle dealer for pressures vary with temperature changes.
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Tire Repair pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a WARNING! Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has If your tire becomes damaged, it may be re- cause tire damage or failure. A tire could limited driving capabilities and needs to be paired if it meets the following criteria: explode and injure someone.
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These indicators are molded into the bottom of See the Tire Sizing Chart example found in the WARNING! the tread grooves. They will appear as bands “Tire Safety Information” section of this manual when the tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an for more information relating to the Load Index Tires and the spare tire should be replaced and Speed Symbol of a tire.
Tire Types of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the WARNING! safety and handling of your vehicle. All Season Tires — If Equipped vehicle. This can cause unpredictable han- dling and stress to steering and suspension WARNING! All Season tires provide traction for all seasons components.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings Since this tire has limited tread life, the original CAUTION! than what was originally equipped with your equipment tire should be repaired (or replaced) temporary spare installed. Damage to the vehicle and should not be operated at sustained and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first op- vehicle may result.
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Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped Limited Use Spare — If Equipped WARNING! The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency The collapsible spare is for temporary emer- Compact and Collapsible spares are for tem- use only. This tire is identified by a label located on gency use only.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care NOTE: CAUTION! If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum Such damage is not covered by the New an extended period after cleaning the wheels and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned Vehicle Limited Warranty.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION when tested under controlled conditions pavement, as measured under con- on a specified government test course. trolled conditions on specified govern- UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES For example, a tire graded 150 would ment test surfaces of asphalt and con- The following tire grading categories wear one and one-half times as well on crete.
Temperature Grades grade C corresponds to a level of perfor- WARNING! mance, which all passenger vehicle tires The Temperature grades are A (the high- inflated and not overloaded. Excessive must meet under the Federal Motor Ve- est), B, and C, representing the tire's speed, under-inflation, or excessive hicle Safety Standard No.
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or SPECIFICATIONS loose particles. Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to the each nut/bolt has been tightened twice.
6.2 Supercharged Intercooler (Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant (OAT coolant conforming to 4.5 Quarts 4.2 Liters MS.90032) 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS — DODGE Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology).
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Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Oil – 6.4L Engine For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils. The manufacturer recommends the use of Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 0W- 40 or equivalent Mopar engine oil meeting the requirements of FCA Mate- rial Standard MS-12633 for use in all operating temperatures.
Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part 8-Speed Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Manual Transmission – If Equipped We recommend you use Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS — SRT Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine/Intercooler Coolant We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT coolant con- forming to MS.90032. Engine Oil For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufac- turer only recommends full synthetic engine oils.
Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If Equipped We recommend you use Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Use only Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Authentic Dodge Accessories by Mopar featur- All parts are subject to availability. and factory-approved. ing a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your Dodge Challenger. • For the full line of Authentic Dodge Accesso- EXTERIOR: • Custom Wheels • Engine Cover • T/A Hood •...
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MULTIMEDIA MULTIMEDIA CYBERSECURITY ....203 SiriusXM Guardian — If Equipped (Available SiriusXM Traffic Plus (4C NAV With 8.4–inch on Uconnect 4C/4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display) ....236 UCONNECT 4 WITH 7-INCH DISPLAY .
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Introducing Uconnect ... .245 Climate (4C/4C NAV) ... . .249 SiriusXM Travel Link (4C NAV) ..251 Get Started .
CYBERSECURITY most recent version of vehicle software (such as NOTE: Uconnect software) is installed. • FCA US LLC or your dealer may contact you Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and directly regarding software updates. may be equipped with both wired and wireless WARNING! •...
UCONNECT 4 WITH 7-INCH NOTE: Audio Settings Uconnect screen images are for illustration pur- DISPLAY • Press the “Audio” button on the touchscreen poses only and may not reflect exact software to activate the Audio settings screen to adjust for your vehicle. Balance\Fade, Equalizer, Speed Adjusted Vol- Uconnect 4 At A Glance ume, Surround Sound, Loudness, AUX Vol-...
Equalizer by pressing of the “+” and “–” buttons. This 1. Press the “Apps ” button to open the App alters the AUX input audio volume. The level screen. • Press the “Equalizer” button on the touch- value, which spans between plus or minus screen to activate the Equalizer screen.
Radio Uconnect 4 With 7–inch Display Radio 1 — Radio Station Presets 6 — Seek Up 2 — Toggle Between Presets 7 — Direct Tune To A Radio Station 3 — Status Bar 8 — Seek Down 4 — Main Category Bar 9 —...
Direct Tune display. Android Auto automatically brings you WARNING! useful information, and organizes it into simple • Tune directly to a radio station by pressing the cards that appear just when they are needed. ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the “Tune”...
NOTE: your Uconnect Touchscreen display, the vehi- To use Android Auto, make sure you are in an cle's knobs and controls, and your voice with area with cellular coverage. Android Auto may Siri to get access to Apple Music, Maps, Mes- use cellular data and your cellular coverage is sages, and more.
CAUTION! Do NOT attach any object to the touch- screen, doing so can result in damage to the screen. NOTE: Uconnect screen images are for illustration pur- poses only and may not reflect exact software for your vehicle. CarPlay CarPlay Data And Cellular Coverage Setting The Time UCONNECT 4C/4C NAV WITH Once CarPlay is up and running on your...
• If these features are not available, uncheck • Pressing the “Front,” “Rear,” “Left,” or the Sync Time box. “Right” buttons on the touchscreen or press and drag the Speaker Icon to adjust the • Press “X” to save your settings and exit out of Balance/Fade.
Radio Uconnect 4C NAV Radio 1 — Radio Station Presets 7 — Audio Settings 2 — Toggle Between Presets 8 — Seek Up 3 — Status Bar 9 — Direct Tune To A Radio Station 4 — View Small Navigation Map 10 —...
Direct Tune • With an HD radio receiver, the listener is WARNING! provided with a clear sound that enhances the • Tune directly to a radio station by pressing the listening experience. HD radio can also trans- ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the “Tune”...
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plugging in the device for the first time, the frequently you can move the app to the app begins to download. menu bar at the bottom of the touchscreen. Press the “Apps” button and locate the NOTE: Android Auto app; then drag the selected Be sure to use the factory-provided USB App to replace an existing shortcut in the cable that came with your phone, as after-...
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While using Android Auto, Google Maps pro- NOTE: For further information on the navigation func- vides voice-guided: If you are using the built-in Uconnect navigation tion, please refer system, and you try and start a new route using https://support.google.com/android • Navigation Android Auto, via voice or any other method, a https://support.google.com/androidauto/.
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Communication NOTE: For music apps, playlists, and stations to work With Android Auto connected, press and hold with Android Auto, they must be set up on your the VR button on the steering wheel to activate smartphone before using Android Auto. voice recognition specific to the Android Auto.
• Phone Apple CarPlay Integration — If Equipped Supplement for the procedure to enable the feature “AutoShow.” You can also launch it • Music Uconnect works seamlessly with Apple CarPlay, by pressing the CarPlay icon located in the • Messages the smarter, more secure way to use your iPhone “Apps”...
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Phone Destinations and selecting a category, by launching Siri from the destinations page, or With CarPlay, press and hold the VR button on even by typing in a destination. the steering wheel to activate a Siri voice recog- nition session. You can also press and hold the Home button within CarPlay to start talking to Siri.
UCONNECT SETTINGS • If you are using the built-in Uconnect naviga- tion system, and you try and start a new route The Uconnect system allows you to access Cus- using CarPlay, via voice or any other method, a tomer Programmable feature settings such as pop-up appears asking if you would like to Display, Units, Voice, Clock, Safety &...
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• Press the “Controls” button located near the setting is highlighted, then press and release bottom of the touchscreen, then press the the preferred setting until a check-mark ap- “Settings” button on the touchscreen to ac- pears next to the setting, showing that setting cess the Settings screen.
TIPS CONTROLS AND GENERAL • Push the button in the center to select the • Never use alcohol, gas and derivatives to next preset station. clean the display lens. INFORMATION • Prevent any liquid from entering the system: Right Switch Steering Wheel Audio Controls this could damage it beyond repair.
SIRIUSXM GUARDIAN — IF • Place a SOS Call to a SiriusXM Guardian Care, and Uconnect Care. The SOS Call operator who can connect you to emergency button connects you to a SiriusXM Guardian EQUIPPED responders. Care Agent, who can connect you to emer- gency services.
SiriusXM Guardian Activation • Find your vehicle, no matter where you parked, using the convenient Vehicle Finder To unlock the full potential of SiriusXM Guard- function. ian in your vehicle, you must activate your • Use Send & Go to send a navigation route SiriusXM Guardian services.
• Press the “Remote” button on the bottom Maintaining Your SiriusXM Guardian WARNING! menu bar of the app to Lock/Unlock, Remote Account Start (if equipped), and activate your horn and • ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay atten- Selling Your Vehicle lights remotely.
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1. ASSIST Call (4C/4C NAV) — The rearview nected to someone who can help any- WARNING! mirror contains an ASSIST button, allowing time. Additional fees may apply. Addi- road conditions or location), do not wait for you to speak to a call center agent for tional information in this section.
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2. Emergency SOS Call (If Equipped) — The The Emergency services operator may, like tion and an operable network connection, rearview mirror contains a SOS Call button any other emergency call, record conversa- the agent may be able to locate the stolen that, when pressed, may place a call from tions and sounds in and near your vehicle vehicle and work with law enforcement to...
c. Tap the Back Arrow to return to the main SiriusXM Guardian Remote Features Remote Start (If Equipped) — This feature pro- Wi-Fi Hotspot page, then check the box vides the ability to start the engine on your If you own a compatible iPhone or Android to Enable Wi-Fi Hotspot.
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You can set-up notifications for your account to You can set-up notifications for your account to time a command is sent. Login to Mopar Owner receive an email or text (SMS) message every receive an email or text (SMS) message every Connect at mopar.com and click on Edit Profile time a command is sent.
Send & Go AUX/USB/MP3 CONTROL There are many ways to play music from MP3 players or USB devices through your vehi- The Send & Go feature of the Uconnect Mobile cle's sound system. Press your Media button on App allows you to search for a destination on the touchscreen to begin.
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USB Port NOTE: Bluetooth Streaming Audio When connecting your device for the first time, • If equipped with Uconnect Voice Command, • Connect your compatible device using a USB the system may take several minutes to read your Bluetooth-equipped device may also be cable into the USB Port.
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Media Controls Uconnect 4 Media Controls 1 — Repeat Music Track 5 — Show Songs Currently In Queue To Be Played 2 — Music Track And Time 6 — Browse Music By 3 — Shuffle Music Tracks 7 — Music Source 4 —...
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Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Media Controls 1 — Repeat Music Track 5 — Show Songs Currently In Queue To Be Played 2 — Music Track And Time 6 — Browse Music By 3 — Shuffle Music Tracks 7 — Music Source 4 —...
The controls are accessed by pressing the de- Changing The Navigation Voice Prompt sired button on the touchscreen and choosing Volume between AUX, USB, or Bluetooth. Changing The Navigation Voice Prompt Volume NOTE: 1. Press the “Settings” button on the touch- Uconnect will automatically switch to the ap- screen in the lower right area of the screen.
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Uconnect 4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display Navigation 1 — Search For A Destination In All Categories 5 — Navigate To Saved Work Destination 2 — Find A Destination 6 — Navigation Settings 3 — View Map 7 — Emergency 4 — Navigate To Saved Home Destination 8 —...
Finding Points Of Interest • Press the “List” or “OK” button on the touch- Setting Your Home Location screen. • From the main Navigation menu, press the • Press the “Nav” button on the touchscreen in • Select your destination and press the “GO!” “Where To?”...
Home Your route is marked with a blue line on the Taking A Detour map. If you depart from the original route, your • A Home location must be saved in the system. • To take a detour you must be navigating a route is recalculated.
SiriusXM Traffic Plus (4C NAV With • View conditions for points along your route • Weather — Check variety of local and national and beyond. Available in over 130 markets. weather information from radar maps to cur- 8.4–inch Display) rent and 5-day forecast. SiriusXM Travel Link (4C NAV With Don't Drive Through Traffic.
UCONNECT PHONE Uconnect Phone (Bluetooth Hands Free Calling) Uconnect 4 Phone Menu 1 — Favorite Contacts 11 — Recent Call Log 2 — Mobile Phone Battery Life 12 — Browse Phone Book Entries (Contains SOS Call) 3 — Currently Paired Mobile Phone 13 —...
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Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Phone Menu 1 — Currently Paired Mobile Phone 11 — Recent Call Log 2 — Mobile Phone Signal Strength 12 — Favorite Contacts 3 — Do Not Disturb 13 — Mute Microphone 4 — Reply with Text Message 14 —...
The Uconnect Phone feature enables you to For Uconnect Customer Care: Start Pairing Procedure On The Radio place and receive hands-free mobile phone • U.S. residents visit UconnectPhone.com or Uconnect 4: calls. Drivers can also place mobile phone calls call 1-877-855-8400. using their voice or by using the buttons on the •...
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Uconnect 4C, 4C NAV: Pair Your iPhone: Complete The iPhone Pairing Procedure: Pairing Request Uconnect 4C & 4C NAV 1. When prompted on the mobile phone, ac- 1. Place the ignition in the ACC or ON position. cept the connection request from Uconnect 2.
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will take precedence over other paired mobile To search for available devices on your Complete The Android Pairing Procedure: phones within range and will connect to the Bluetooth enabled Android Device: Uconnect system automatically when entering 1. Push the Menu button. the vehicle.
Select The Android Mobile Phone's Priority You are now ready to make hands-free calls. Phonebook Level Press the Uconnect “Phone” button The Uconnect system will automatically sync your steering wheel to begin. When the pairing process has successfully com- your phonebook from your paired phone, if this pleted, the system will prompt you to choose NOTE: feature is supported by your phone.
• If you are listening to available voice com- Using Do Not Disturb NOTE: mand options, you do not have to listen to the • Only the beginning of your custom message With Do Not Disturb, you can disable notifica- entire list.
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To enable incoming text messaging: iPhone 1. Press the settings button on the mobile phone. 2. Select Bluetooth. • Ensure Bluetooth is enabled, and the mobile phone is paired to the Uconnect system. 3. Select located under DEVICES next to Uconnect.
Helpful Tips And Common Questions To • Delete pairing history in mobile phone and Making calls while connected to AUX: Uconnect system; usually found in phone’s Improve Bluetooth Performance With Your • Plugging in your mobile phone to AUX while Bluetooth connection settings.
Get Started Basic Voice Commands All you need to control your Uconnect system The basic Voice Commands below can be given with your voice are the buttons on your steering at any point while using your Uconnect system. wheel. Push the VR button .
TIP: At any time, if you are not sure of what to Media say or want to learn a Voice Command, push the Uconnect offers connections USB, VR button and say “Help.” The system Bluetooth and auxiliary ports (If Equipped). provides you with a list of commands.
Phone Voice Text Reply Making and answering hands-free phone calls is Uconnect announces incoming text messages. easy with Uconnect. When the Phonebook but- Push the Phone button and say “Listen.” ton is illuminated on your touchscreen, your (Must have compatible mobile phone paired to system is ready.
TIP: Your mobile phone must have the full TIP: Voice Text Reply is not compatible with implementation of the Message Access Profile iPhone, but if your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can use your voice to send a text (MAP) to take advantage of this feature.
Navigation (4C NAV) SiriusXM Guardian (4C/4C NAV)— If SOS Call Equipped Theft Alarm Notification The Uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you Remote Door Lock/Unlock CAUTION! know exactly how to get to where you want to go. Send &...
2. Select the Activate Services icon from your • Press the “Location” button on the bottom list of apps. menu bar of the app to bring up a map to locate your vehicle or send a location to your 3. Select “Customer Care” to speak with a Uconnect Navigation using Vehicle Finder SiriusXM Guardian Customer Care agent and Send ‘n Go , if equipped.
TIP: Traffic alerts are not accessible with Voice To enable Siri, push and hold, then release the Command. Uconnect Voice Recognition (VR) button on the steering wheel. After you hear a double beep you can ask Siri to play podcasts and music, get directions, read text messages and many other useful requests.
Automatic reply messages can be: Uconnect touchscreen. Connect your Android 5.0 (Lollipop), or higher, to one of the media • “I am driving right now, I will get back to you USB ports, using the factory-provided USB shortly.” cable, and press the new Android Auto icon that •...
Refer to your Uconnect Owner’s Manual • Maps Refer to your Uconnect Owner’s Manual Supplement for further information. Supplement for further information. • Additional Apps Apple CarPlay — If Equipped General Information Apple CarPlay allows you to use your voice to The following regulatory statement applies to all interact with Siri through your vehicle’s voice Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this...
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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ...258 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or In The 50 United States And Washington, Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)..259 D.C.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE • If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the Phone: (800) 465-2001 English / (800) 387- concern, you may contact the manufacturer's 9983 French The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are customer center. In Mexico Contact vitally interested in your satisfaction.
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or manufacturer stands behind only the manufac- We appreciate that you have made a major turer's service contracts. If you purchased a investment when you purchased the vehicle. An Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer's service contract, you will receive authorized dealer has also made a major invest- To assist customers who have hearing difficul- Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification...
• You can purchase a copy of the Owner's Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at model year and vehicle from the drop down Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals or 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: lists. Warranty Booklet. United States customers 1-800-424-9153); or go to http:// may visit the Dodge Contact Us page at...
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INDEX Accessories ....199 Air Conditioning Filter ... . .39 Axle Lubrication..194, 196, 197, 198 Mopar .
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In Vehicle Help ....11 Voice Recognition System (VR).242, 243, 245 Wind Buffeting ....40 IVH .
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