2008 DODGE CHALLENGER Owners Manual

CONSOLE FEATURES
Sliding Center Console Armrest
The center console armrest slides forward with three
detents to provide flexibility for comfort, cupholder use,
and shifting ease.
Console Storage
The center console has a storage compartment located
underneath the armrest, and also contains a 12-volt
power outlet and a molded-in coin holder (designed to
hold various size coins).
Sliding Console ArmrestCenter Console
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REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Defroster
The pushbutton for the rear window defroster is
located on the mode knob of the climate control
switch bank. Press this button to turn on the rear window
defroster and the electric remote control heated mirrors
(if equipped). An amber light shows that the defroster is
on.
The defroster will automatically turn off after about ten
minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation,
press the switch again. To prevent excessive battery
drain, use the defroster only when the engine is operat-
ing.
CAUTION!
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to
the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
•Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
•Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instrument Panel Features .................148

Instrument Cluster ......................149

Instrument Cluster Description .............150

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . 159
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays............................161
▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ........162
▫ Trip Functions .......................163
▫ Performance Features ..................165 ▫
Compass Display .....................169
▫ Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) –
If Equipped .........................171
▫ System Warnings
(Customer Information Features) ..........171
▫ Personal Settings
(Customer Programmable Features) ........172

Radio General Information ................175
▫ Radio Broadcast Signals .................175
▫ Two Types Of Signals ..................1754
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▫Electrical Disturbances ..................175
▫ AM Reception .......................175
▫ FM Reception ........................175

Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio
And 6–Disc CD/DVD Changer
(MP3/WMA AUX Jack) ..................176
▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode .......177
▫ Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD
And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) ....184
▫ Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files ........186
▫ List Button
(DiscModeForMP3/WMAPlay)..........189
▫ Info Button
(DiscModeForMP3/WMAPlay)..........189

Sales Code RER — Multimedia System —
If Equipped ...........................191
▫ Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio .....192
▫ Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect ) (If Equipped) . . . 192
▫ Clock Setting Procedur e.................193

Satellite Radio — If Equipped
(REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios Only) .....195
▫ System Activation .....................195
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID) ....................195
▫ Selecting Satellite Mode .................196
▫ Satellite Antenna ......................196
▫ Reception Quality .....................197
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▫Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode ......197
▫ Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone
(If Equipped) ........................199

Kicker High Performance Sound System With
Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) –
If Equipped ...........................200

Remote Sound System Controls .............201

CD/DVD Disc Maintenance ...............202

Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ........202

Climate Controls .......................203
▫ Manual Air Conditioning And Heating
System .............................203
▫ Operating Tips .......................206
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet 5 — Heated Seat Switch 9 — Ignition Switch
2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — ESP OFF Switch 10 — Trunk Release Switch
3 — Glove Box 7 — Hazard Warning Switch 11 — Headlight Switch
4 — Radio 8 — Climate Control
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION
1. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Trip Odometer Button
Press this button to change the display from odometer to
either of two trip odometer settings. The letter “A” or “B”
will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and
hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer
to 0 mi (km). The odometer must be in TRIP mode to
reset it.
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator LightThis light will turn on when the electronic
speed control is on. 5. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear
range. Ease up on the accelerator before reaching the red
area.
6. Charging System Warning Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should turn on when the
ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly
as a bulb check. If the light stays on or turns on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices (i.e., radio) or slightly increase engine
speed (if at idle). If the light remains on, it means that the
charging system is experiencing a problem. See your
local authorized dealer to obtain service immediately.
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