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![DODGE CHALLENGER 2009 3.G Owners Manual •Surround Sound Modes (If Equipped with Driver-
Selectable Surround [DSS])
The system allows the driver to select information by
pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel.
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Selectable Surround [DSS])
The system allows the driver to select information by
pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering
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•Surround Sound Modes (If Equipped with Driver-
Selectable Surround [DSS])
The system allows the driver to select information by
pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel.
MENU Button
Press and release the MENU button and the
mode displayed will change between Trip
Functions, Performance Pages, uconnect™ gps
(If Equipped), System Warnings, System Sta-
tus, Personal Settings, and Surround Sound (If
Equipped).
FUNCTION SELECT Button
Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to accept
a selection. The FUNCTION SELECT button
also functions as a remote sound system con-
trol. Refer to “Remote Sound System Controls”
in this section.SCROLL Button
Press the SCROLL button to scroll through Trip
Functions, Performance Pages, uconnect™ gps
(If Equipped), System Status Messages, and
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features). The SCROLL button also functions as a remote
sound system control. Refer to “Remote Sound System
Controls” in this section.
AUDIO MODE Button
Press the AUDIO MODE button to select the
Compass/Temp/Audio screen. Along with
compass reading and outside temperature, this
screen will display radio and media mode
information depending on which radio is in the vehicle.
Refer to “Remote Sound System Controls” in this section.
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Headlamps On with Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlamps Only)
When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the
AUTO (A) position, the headlamps will turn on approxi-
mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The
headlamps will also turn off when the wipers are turned
off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your
selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT
button until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
NOTE:Turning the headlights on during the daytime
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the
brightness, refer to “Lights” in Section 3.
Delay Turning Headlights Off
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, pressand release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “0,”
“30,” “60,” or “90” appears.
Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped
When on is selected, the HSA system is active. Refer to
“HSA (Hill Start Assistance)” under “Electronic Brake
Control System” in Section 5 of this manual for system
function and operating information. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked with the RKE transmitter. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until “OFF,” “30 sec.,” “60 sec.,” or “90 sec.” appears.
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When in “Audio Surround” mode, balance is set auto-
matically. Fader control is available to add more sur-
round audio if desired.
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED
The remote sound system controls are located on the
surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’clock
positions.
Vehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted buttons
are also equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC). The EVIC features a driver-interactive
display which is located in the instrument cluster.
VOLUME Button
The VOLUME button controls the sound level
of the sound system. Press the top of the
VOLUME button to increase the sound level.
Press the bottom of the VOLUME button to
decrease the sound level.
AUDIO MODE Button
Press the AUDIO MODE button to select the
Compass/Temp/Audio screen. This screen
displays radio and media mode information
depending on which radio is in the vehicle.
Remote Sound System Controls
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Blower Control
Use this control to regulate the
amount of air forced through the ven-
tilation system in any mode. The
blower speed increases as you move
the control to the right from the “O”
(Off) position. There are four blower
speeds.
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the
climate controls will not function during Remote Start
operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off)
position.
Temperature Control
Use this control to regulate the tem-
perature of the air inside the passenger
compartment. The blue area of the
scale indicates cooler temperatures
while the red area indicates warmer
temperatures.
NOTE:If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con-
denser (located in front of the radiator) for an accumu-
lation of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray
from behind the radiator and through the condenser.
Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the
condenser, reducing air conditioning performance.
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NOTE:The air conditioning compressor will not engage
until the engine has been running for a few seconds.
•MAX A/C
For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculation
buttons at the same time and set the temperature control
to full cool by rotating the temperature control knob full
counterclockwise.
•Economy Mode
If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn
off the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then,
move the temperature control to the desired temperature.
Remote Start – If Equipped
During remote start operation, the climate control soft-
ware may override the climate control settings depend-
ing on the outside ambient temperature. The table below
explains the different scenarios that could occur during
remote start operation.
Once the driver enters the vehicle, the control will return
to the customer selected settings. This feature was de-
signed to ensure maximum comfort during extreme
conditions. To enable the feature, customers must park
their vehicles with the blower control set in any of the
four blower speeds.
If Outside Ambient
Temperature IsMode Overrides To Temperature Overrides To Rear Window Defroster
Active
Less than 40°F Mix Full Heat Yes
Between 40°F and 80°F No Override No Override No
More than 80°F Bi-Level Full Cool No
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Defroster, Rear Window................... 147
Defroster, Windshield................ 69,232,233
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 125
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 368
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 123
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine).......................... 372
Power Steering........................ 273
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 360
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 387
Engine Oil........................... 375
Door Locks............................. 28
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 30
Door Opener, Garage..................... 133
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces................... 269
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 270Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy.... 172
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 76
Electrical Power Outlets................... 142
Electronic Brake Control System............. 280
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses).... 403
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 128
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 284
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 157
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 168
Emergency Deck Lid Release................ 35
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 359
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 338
Jacking............................. 345
Jump Starting......................... 356
Overheating.......................... 338
Towing ............................. 360
Emergency Trunk Release................... 35
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Passing Light........................... 123
Personal Settings........................ 178
Pets.................................. 65
Phone, Cellular.......................... 78
Phone, Hands-Free (uconnect) ............... 78
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 293
Power
Brakes.............................. 277
Deck Lid Release....................... 34
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 403
Door Locks........................... 29
Mirrors .............................. 76
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 142
Seats............................... 112
Steering............................. 273
Sunroof............................. 139
Windows............................. 32
Power Steering Fluid..................... 416
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 44Preparation for Jacking.................... 347
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 42
Programmable Electronic Features............ 178
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 300
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 387
Radio Operation........................ 230
Radio Remote Controls.................... 228
Radio, Satellite (uconnectstudios)........... 222
Rear Cupholder......................... 145
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 116
Rear Window Defroster................... 147
Rear Window Features.................... 147
Recorder, Event Data...................... 55
Recreational Towing...................... 336
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 317
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Refrigerant............................ 379
Release, Hood.......................... 117
Reminder, Lights On..................... 121
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 42
Remote Control
Starting System........................ 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 228
Remote Starting System.................... 26
Remote Trunk Release..................... 34
Replacement Bulbs....................... 408
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 370
Replacement Tires....................... 303
Reporting Safety Defects................... 438
Resetting Oil Change Indicator.............. 162
Restraint, Head......................... 114
Restraints, Child......................... 57
Restraints, Occupant...................... 36Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 359
Rotation, Tires.......................... 306
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 68
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 69
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 438
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 67
Safety Information, Tire................... 288
SafetyTips ............................. 67
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 223
Satellite Radio (uconnectstudios)........... 222
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 418
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 399
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 42
Seat Belts.......................... 36,37,68
And Pregnant Women................... 44
Child Restraint................... 57,58,59,63
Extender............................. 45
Front Seat.......................... 37,38
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