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  • Page 1 SRT8 includes 2010...
  • 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/Media Center Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and 24-Hour Towing 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 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ... 38 WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER BRAKE/TRANSMISSION INTERLOCK GROUP LLC ....2 MANUAL OVERRIDE .

  • 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. This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle.
  • Page 5 Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other combustible materials. The heat from your vehicle exhaust system could cause a fire. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC. COPYRIGHT ©2010 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC...

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT...
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • 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** - Airbag 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 - Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator - High Beam Indicator - Windshield Washer Fluid Low - Front Fog Light Indicator Indicator*** - Vehicle Security Indicator* - Door Ajar Indicator*** - Electronic Speed Control / - Decklid Ajar Indicator*** Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Indicator...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors. •...

  • Page 11: Keyless Go

    GETTING STARTED Express Window Feature • To remotely lower both front door windows at the same time, press and release the UNLOCK button and then immediately press and hold the UNLOCK button until the windows lower to the level desired or until they lower completely. Emergency Key •...

  • Page 12: Theft Alarm

    GETTING STARTED Stopping • With the vehicle stopped, place the shift lever in NEUTRAL. • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position. • If the vehicle speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h), the ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two seconds before the engine will shut off.

  • Page 13: Seat Belt

    GETTING STARTED SEAT BELT • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle.
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED • The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces.

  • Page 15: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED • Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. • Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the anchor and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 16 GETTING STARTED Passenger Forward/Rearward • Lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release at the desired position. Passenger Easy Entry Seats • For easy access to the rear seat, pull upward on the easy entry lever, located on the passenger seatback;...

  • Page 17: 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 18: 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 19: Programmable Features

    GETTING STARTED PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped • The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Press and release the MENU button until Personal Settings displays, then press the SCROLL button to scroll through the settings. Press the FUNCTION SELECT button change the setting.
  • Page 20 GETTING STARTED Auto Door Lock • To have the doors lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h): • The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer. See your authorized dealer for programming. Sound Horn With Lock •...

  • Page 21: Operating Your Vehicle

    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 22: Headlight Switch

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE HEADLIGHT SWITCH Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights • Rotate the headlight switch to the first detent for parking lights and to the second detent for headlights • Rotate the headlight switch to “A” for AUTO headlights. • When set to “A” (AUTO), the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based on ambient light levels.

  • Page 23: Speed Control Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL LEVER 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. • Push the ON/OFF button a second time to turn the system off.

  • Page 24: Manual Transmission 1 To 4 Skip Shift

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 TO 4 SKIP SHIFT • Skip Shift is enabled when vehicle speed is between 19 MPH (30 km/h) and 21 MPH (34 km/h) and the accelerator pedal is at 1/4 throttle or less. • For optimal fuel economy, under low acceleration conditions, your vehicle will only allow you to shift from first gear to fourth gear.

  • Page 25: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too. •...

  • Page 26: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Sales Code RES Sales Code RES/RSC...

  • Page 27: Audio Settings

    ELECTRONICS NOTE: Uconnect™ Phone and Voice Command are vehicle options which must be ordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has been equipped with the option. • The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. •...

  • Page 28: Touch-Screen Radios

    ELECTRONICS TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Navigation Radio – Sales Code RER Multimedia Radio – Sales Code REN...

  • Page 29: Radio Mode

    ELECTRONICS Multimedia Radio – Sales Code RBZ NOTE: Uconnect™ Phone and Voice Command are vehicle options which must be ordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has been equipped with the option. • The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. •...

  • Page 30: Store Radio Presets

    ELECTRONICS • The display will switch automatically to the AUX mode when a 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack cable has been connected. • To change radio modes while the cable is connected to the unit, press the RADIO/MEDIA (RER and REN) or MEDIA (RBZ) hard-key until the AUX tab is displayed on the top of the screen.
  • Page 31 ELECTRONICS Copy Pictures To The Hard-Drive • Insert either a CD or a USB device containing your pictures. • Touch the MY FILES soft-key, then go to the MANAGE MY FILES screen. • Touch the MY PICTURES soft-key to get an overview of the currently stored images. •...
  • Page 32 ELECTRONICS Program/Storing Home Address • Press the NAV hard-key to access the Navigation Main Menu. • Touch the GUIDE ME HOME soft-key, then touch the STREET ADDRESS soft-key. • Touch the STATE soft-key, then enter your state name into the speller; select your state from the list and press the CHANGE soft-key.

  • Page 33: Remote Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS • The remote sounds system controls are located on the steering wheel. • Press the top or bottom of the Volume button to increase or decrease the sound level. • Press the Audio Mode button to select radio mode information.

  • Page 34: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) • The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Pressing the controls on the steering wheel allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings. For additional information, refer to Programmable Features in this guide.

  • Page 35: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS ® • Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink button; if the channel has been trained, the EVIC display will show “CHANNEL # TRANSMIT” and the device should operate. WARNING! • Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the universal transceiver.

  • Page 36: Uconnect™ Phone

    ELECTRONICS • The second outlet in the center console is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent engine starting. 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.
  • Page 37 ELECTRONICS • You will be asked to create a four-digit PIN which you will later need to enter into your ® phone (typically...settings, Bluetooth , device, list, new). • You will then be prompted to give the phone pairing a name (each phone paired should have a unique name).

  • Page 38: Voice Command

    ELECTRONICS VOICE COMMAND • The Voice Command system allows you to control your AM, FM radio, satellite radio, disc player, and a memo recorder. When you press the Voice Command button , you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. If you do not say a command within a few seconds, the system will present you with a list of options.

  • Page 39: Utility

    UTILITY...

  • Page 40: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    UTILITY RECREATIONAL TOWING BRAKE/TRANSMISSION INTERLOCK MANUAL (BEHIND MOTORHOME, OVERRIDE ETC.) • Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the driveshaft is removed. Towing with the rear wheels on the ground while the driveshaft is connected can result in severe transmission damage. WARNING! If the driveshaft is removed, the vehicle can roll even if the...
  • Page 41 UTILITY • Using the screwdriver, reach into • Have your vehicle inspected by your the manual override opening. local authorized dealer if the shift Press and hold the shift lock lever lock manual override has been used. down. • Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position and start the vehicle.

  • Page 42: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24 HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE - U.S. ONLY • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 43 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately. WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant.
  • Page 44 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately. - Oil Pressure Warning Light • This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible.

  • Page 45: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Resetting The Light After Servicing • Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine). • Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds. • Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position. IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS •...

  • Page 46: Jacking, Tire Changing And Tirefit Tire Repair

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING, TIRE CHANGING AND TIREFIT TIRE REPAIR WARNING! • Do not attempt to change or seal 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, changing the wheel or using the TIREFIT kit.
  • Page 47 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack/Spare Tire Location TIREFIT Kit Location...
  • Page 48 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • The jack and spare tire or TIREFIT kit are stowed under an access cover in the trunk. • Lift the access cover using the pull strap and remove the fastener securing the spare tire. •...
  • Page 49 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange. • Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire.
  • Page 50 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground. • Secure the tire, jack (base of jack faces rear of vehicle), and tools in their proper locations.
  • Page 51 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi pressure within 15 minutes, the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance. • If the tire inflates to the recommended pressure or is at least 26 psi pressure within 15 minutes, press the Power button to turn off the TIREFIT kit.
  • Page 52 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances: • If the cut or puncture in the tire tread is approximately 0.24 in (6 mm) or larger. • If the tire has any sidewall damage. •...

  • Page 53: 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 procedures in this section carefully.

  • Page 54: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact.
  • Page 55 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury. • Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.

  • Page 56: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

  • Page 57: 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 by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 58: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data parameters (see list below) in an event data recorder prior to the moment of airbag deployment, or near deployment (if applicable), and up to a quarter second of either high-speed deceleration data or change in velocity during and/or after airbag deployment or near-deployment.
  • Page 59 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Data parameters that are recorded: • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status for electronically-controlled safety systems, including the airbag system • Vehicle speed • Engine RPM • Brake switch status • Pedal position • And other parameters depending on vehicle configuration...

  • Page 60: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the hood release lever located on the instrument panel, below the steering column. • 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 61: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 62 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 63 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 64: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fluid, Lubricant, or Component Capacities Genuine Part ® Engine Coolant 3.5L MOPAR Antifreeze/ 11.1 Quarts (10.5 Liters) Coolant Five Includes heater and Year/100,000 Mile Formula coolant recovery bottle HOAT (Hybrid Organic filled to MAX level. Additive Technology) or equivalent.
  • Page 65 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid, Lubricant, or Component Capacities Genuine Part Spark Plug 3.5L ZFR5LP–13G (Gap 0.050 in — [1.27 mm]) Spark Plug 5.7L LZFR5C–11 (Gap 0.043 in — [1.1 mm]) Spark Plug 6.1L PLZTR5A-13 (Gap.050 in — [1.27 mm]) ® ®...

  • Page 66: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 67: Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 18 Months 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months 36,000 Miles...

  • Page 68: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module (IPM) • The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side near the Washer Fluid Reservoir. This module contains fuses and relays. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 15 Amp Blue Washer Motor...
  • Page 69 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 70 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • 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 Ignition Off Draw (IOD) 40 Amp Green Integrated Power Module (IPM) —...

  • Page 71: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 5 Amp Orange Antenna Module - if equipped/Power Mirrors 25 Amp Natural Uconnect™ Phone - if equipped/Radio/ Amplifier Feed 15 Amp Blue Transmission 10 Amp Red Cargo Light/Vehicle Information Module - if equipped 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors - if equipped 5 Amp Orange...

  • Page 72: 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 equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.

  • Page 73: Consumer Assistance

    Voice callers, dial 1–800–855–0511 to connect with a Bell Relay Service NOTE: A street address is required operator. when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). NOTE: • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge websites.

  • Page 74: Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.c

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE In Canada • Click on the "For Owners" tab, select "Owner/Service Manuals", then • If you believe that your vehicle has a select your desired model year and safety defect, you should contact the vehicle from the drop down lists. Customer Service Department immediately.
  • Page 75 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Disclaimer: WARNING! (Continued) • THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED • Tires should be inspected regularly WARRANTY PROGRAM, THE DETAILS by a qualified technician for signs OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND, ON THE of damage, such as punctures, OWNERS MANUAL DVD, THE TIRE impacts, under-inflation or MANUFACTURER’S WEBSITE OR AT overloading.
  • Page 76 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Using Lift Kits WARNING! • Use of lift kits with some vehicle/tire Tires and the spare tire should be combinations can cause instability or replaced after six years, regardless of loss of control. When changing tire the remaining tread. Failure to follow sizes, always consult an installer for this warning can result in sudden tire optimum rim width and carefully...

  • Page 77: Mopar Accessories

    • The following highlights just some of the authentic Dodge Accessories by MOPAR that have been engineered to customize your Dodge Challenger. • To see the full line of accessories, stop by your Dodge dealer or visit MOPAR.com. CHROME: • Chrome Fuel Filler Door •...
  • Page 78 NOTES...
  • Page 80 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...

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