2008 DODGE CHALLENGER wipers

CAUTION!
•Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front
with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the
front fascia will result.
•If the transmission is not operative or if the
vehicle is to be towed more than 30 mi (48 km),
then the only approved method of towing is with
a flat-bed truck. Damage to the transmission may
result.
•Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. Damage to
the rear sheet metal and fascia will occur.
•Do not push or tow this vehicle with another
vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans-
mission may result. If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the key must be in the ON position,
not the ACC position. Make certain the transmission
remains in NEUTRAL.
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With
A Tow Dolly
The manufacturer
does not recommend that you tow this
vehicle on a tow dolly. Vehicle damage may occur.
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Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealers or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
sealers, stop leak products, seal conditioners, compressor
oil, and refrigerants.
A/C Air Filter — If Equipped
The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood,
behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger
side of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers. When
installing a new filter, ensure its proper orientation. To
replace the filter, remove the access door in the cowl
screen by pressing the retaining clips. Slide the lid on the
filter adapter forward and down and remove the used filter. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the
direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the
vehicle (text and arrows on the filter indicate this).
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for the
recommended air conditioning filter replacement inter-
vals.
Power Steering — Fluid Check
Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined
service interval is not required. The fluid should only be
checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are
apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici-
pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho-
rized dealer. No chemical flushes should be used in any
power steering system; only the approved lubricant may
be used.
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The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the
lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield
should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth
and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accu-
mulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the
front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the
fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator
antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to
flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 l) of washer
fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” appears in
the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
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Cold Weather Operation................... 217
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 202
Compass .............................. 169
Compass Calibration ..................... 169
Compass Variance ....................... 170
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 163
Console .............................. 143
Console, Floor .......................... 143
Console, Overhead ....................... 129
Contract, Service ........................ 355
Converter, Catalytic ...................... 305
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 316
Cooling System ......................... 314
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 316
Coolant Capacity ...................... 341
Coolant Level ...................... 314,317
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 317
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 315
Inspection ........................... 317 Points to Remember
.................... 318
Pressure Cap ......................... 316
Radiator Cap ......................... 316
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......315,341,342
Corrosion Protection ..................... 324
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 126
CruiseLight ........................... 150
CupHolder ......................... 142,328
Customer Assistance ..................... 353
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 56
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ........... 121
Daytime Running Lights ................... 118
Dealer Service .......................... 300
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ................ 36
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 35
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 144
Defroster, Windshield ................... 70,205
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 122
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Fueling ............................... 274
Fuses................................ 329
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) ........... 130
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...............274,297
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 270
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 270
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 270
Gauges Coolant Temperature .................... 151
Fuel ................................ 150
Speedometer ......................... 150
Tachometer .......................... 150
General Information ............ 18,26, 104,229,269
General Maintenance ..................... 300
Glass Cleaning .......................... 327
Gross Axle Weight Rating .................. 276
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ................ 276
GVWR ............................... 276 Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™)
........ 78,191,192
Hard Drive (HDD) ....................... 191
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 230
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 280
Head Restraints ......................... 111
Headlight Washers ....................... 312
Headlights ............................ 337
Automatic ........................... 117
Bulb Replacement ...................... 337
Cleaning ............................ 327
Delay ............................... 117
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 120
Lights On Reminder .................... 118
On With Wipers .................... 117,124
Passing ............................. 120
Switch .............................. 116
TimeDelay ........................... 117
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Washers............................. 312
Heated Mirrors .......................... 77
Heated Seats ........................... 112
Heater ............................... 203
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 219
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 120
Holder,Cup ........................... 142
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 130
Hood Release .......................... 114
Hoses ................................ 319
Ignition ............................... 14
Key ............................... 12,14
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 14
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint .......................... 58
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 156
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 159 Instrument Cluster
.................... 149,150
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 148
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 328
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 329
Interior Appearance Care .................. 326
Interior Lights .......................... 121
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 122
Introduction ............................. 4
Jump Starting .......................... 286
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Key-In Reminder ......................... 15
Keyless Entry System ...................... 21
Keyless Go .......................... 12,216
Keys ................................. 12
Kicker Sound System ..................... 200
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Knee Bolster............................ 46
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 119
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 38
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether
forCHildren) ......................... 61,62
Latch Plate ............................. 39
Latches ................................ 70
Hood ............................... 114
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 270
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 70
LifeofTires ............................ 259
LightBulbs .......................... 70,336
Lights .............................. 70,116
Airbag ........................ 52,55,70,152
Anti-Lock ......................... 158,236
Automatic Headlights ................... 117
Brake Assist Warning ................... 244
Brake Warning ..................... 155,234Bulb Replacement
................... 336,337
Center Mounted Stop ................... 340
Courtesy/Reading ................... 120,129
Cruise .............................. 150
Daytime Running ...................... 118
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ............. 119,120
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 244
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ......... 151
Engine Temperature Warning .............. 152
Exterior .............................. 70
Fog ............................. 118,154
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 280
Headlight Switch ...................... 116
Headlights ........................ 116,337
Headlights On Reminder ................. 118
Headlights On With Wipers ............ 117,124
High Beam ........................ 120,153
High Beam Indicator .................... 153
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 120
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Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 302
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 104
Warning Flasher, Hazard .................. 280
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description) ........................... 150
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 356
Washer, Adding Fluid .................. 124,312
Washers, Windshield ................ 122,123,312
Washing Vehicle ......................... 325
Water Driving Through ...................... 230
Wheel Alignment and Balance ............... 261
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 326 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
................ 326
Wheel Bearings ......................... 324
WindBuffeting ....................... 34,139
Window Airbag (Side Curtain) ............. 47,53
Window Fogging ........................ 207
Windows .............................. 33
Power ............................... 33
Windshield Defroster ................... 70,205
Windshield Washers ................ 122,123,312
Fluid ............................... 312
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 312
Windshield Wipers ....................... 122
Wiper Blade Replacement .................. 312
Wiper,Delay ........................... 122
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 122
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