2009 DODGE CHALLENGER keyless

Keyless Go Display — If Equipped
When the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed to
change ignition switch positions, the Keyless Go icon
momentarily appears in the EVIC display showing the
new ignition switch position.The round symbol in the middle rotates to point at the
new ignition switch position. If desired, the ignition
switch position graphic can be set to be constantly visible
by pressing the EVIC MENU button until the display
appears.
NOTE:Under certain conditions, the display may be
superseded by another display of higher priority. But
when the ignition switch position is changed, the display
always re-appears.
Compass Display
COMPASS Button
The compass readings indicate the direction
the vehicle is facing. Press and release the
COMPASS button to display one of eight com-
pass readings and the outside temperature.
Keyless Go Display
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Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 km/h)
When ON is selected, both doors will lock automatically
when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
To make your selection, press and release the FUNC-
TION SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
Unlock Doors Automatically on Exit
When ON is selected, both doors will unlock when the
vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the PARK or
NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened. To
make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION
SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
Remote Key Unlock
WhenDriver Door 1st Pressis selected, only the driver’s
door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button. When Driver
Door 1st Press is selected, you must press the RKE
transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passen-
ger door. WhenAll Doors 1st Pressis selected, both ofthe doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE
transmitter UNLOCK button. To make your selection,
press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until
“Driver Door 1st Press” or “All Doors 1st Press” appears.
Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock
When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when
the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. This feature
may be selected with or without the Flash Lights with
Remote Key Lock feature. To make your selection, press
and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON”
or “OFF” appears.
Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock
When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will
flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the
RKE transmitter. This feature may be selected with or
without the sound horn on lock feature selected. To make
your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SE-
LECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
Starting Procedures.................... 243
▫Manual Transmission — If Equipped...... 243
▫Automatic Transmission — If Equipped.... 244
▫Keyless Go — If Equipped.............. 245
▫Normal Starting..................... 246
▫Extremely Cold Weather
(Below20°F Or29°C)............... 248
▫If Engine Fails To Start................ 249
▫After Starting....................... 250Engine Block Heater — If Equipped........ 250
Manual Transmission — If Equipped........ 251
▫Six-Speed Manual Transmission.......... 251
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped...... 255
▫General Information.................. 255
▫Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . 257
▫Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual
Override.......................... 257
▫Four-Speed Automatic Transmission
(3.5L Engine)....................... 259
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239

Do notpress the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated
Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START
position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The
starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage
automatically when the engine is running. If the engine
fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically in
10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the
“Normal Starting” procedure.
Keyless Go — If Equipped
This feature allows the driver to oper-
ate the ignition switch with the push
of a button, as long as the ENGINE
START/STOP button is installed and
the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter
is in the passenger compartment.
Installing and Removing the ENGINE
START/STOP Button
Installing the Button
1. Remove the ignition key.
2. Insert the ENGINE START/STOP button into the
ignition switch with the lettering facing up and readable.
3. Press firmly on the center of the button to secure it into
position.
Removing the Button
1. The ENGINE START/STOP button can be removed
from the ignition switch for regular ignition key use.
2. Insert the metal part of the valet key under the chrome
bezel at the 6 o’clock position and gently pry the button
loose.
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switch position will remain in the ACC position until
the vehicle is stopped and the button is pressed twice
to the OFF position.
Keyless Go Functions – With Driver ’s Foot OFF the
Brake Pedal/Clutch Pedal (In PARK or NEUTRAL
Position)
The Keyless Go feature operates similar to an ignition
switch. It has four positions, OFF, ACC, ON/RUN and
START. To change the ignition switch positions without
starting the vehicle and use the accessories follow these
steps.
•Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position:
•Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to
change the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVIC
displays “IGNITION MODE ACCESSORY”),
•Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time
to change the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position
(EVIC displays “IGNITION MODE RUN”),
•Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time
to return the ignition switch to the OFF position (EVIC
displays “IGNITION MODE OFF”).
Extremely Cold Weather (Below20°F or29°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-
able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
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With Keyless Go — If Equipped
If the engine is running, press the START/STOP button to
turn it off. Release the brake pedal and press the START/
STOP button once or twice to go to the ACC or ON/RUN
position. Do not start the engine. Then, follow the in-
structions shown above to activate the override.
Four-Speed Automatic Transmission (3.5L
Engine)
NOTE:Under extreme cold temperatures (-6°F (-21°C)
and when in DRIVE, transmission operation may be
briefly limited to only second gear operation. Normal
operation will resume once the transmission temperature
has risen to a suitable level.
Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be
done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the
vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake
pedal when moving the shift lever between these gears.
Gear Ranges
PARK
This range supplements the parking brake by locking the
transmission. The engine can be started in this range.
Never use PARK while the vehicle is in motion. Apply
the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range.
Shift Lever
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Automatic Door Locks..................... 30
Automatic Headlights.................... 120
Automatic Oil Change Indicator............. 162
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 394
Automatic Transmission.............259,264,393
Adding Fluid......................393,416
Autostick............................ 268
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 393
Fluid Change......................... 393
Fluid Level Check..................... 393
FluidType ........................... 416
Gear Ranges......................... 259
Overdrive........................... 261
Shifting ..........................259,264
Special Additives...................... 394
Torque Converter...................... 262
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . 263,267
Autostick............................. 268AxleFluid ............................. 416
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 416
Battery............................... 376
Emergency Starting..................... 356
Jump Starting......................... 356
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 24
Location..........................357,376
Belts, Seat............................ 37,68
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 379
B-Pillar Location........................ 293
Brake Assist System...................... 281
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 280
Brake Fluid............................ 416
Brake, Parking.......................... 274
Brake System........................277,389
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................277,280
Fluid Check.......................390,416
Master Cylinder....................... 390
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Jump Starting.......................... 356
Key, Programming........................ 16
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 14
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keyless Go....................... 12,175,245
Keys................................. 12
Kicker Sound System..................... 227
Knee Bolster............................ 45
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 122
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 37
LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tether for CHildren).................... 60,62
Latches................................ 69
Hood............................... 117
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 316Leaks, Fluid............................ 69
LifeofTires ............................ 303
LightBulbs .......................... 69,408
Lights.............................. 69,119
Airbag........................ 51,54,68,158
Alarm .............................. 164
Anti-Lock.........................166,279
Automatic Headlights................... 120
Brake Assist Warning................... 287
Brake Warning.....................163,277
Bulb Replacement...................408,409
Center Mounted Stop................... 413
Courtesy/Reading...................123,132
Cruise .............................. 156
Daytime Running...................... 121
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............122,123
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 287
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 157
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 159
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INDEX 453