2010 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT hood release

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood.
1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side
of the instrument panel.2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety
catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the
center front edge of the hood.
Hood Release Lever
Hood Safety Catch
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the way to the floor and hold it, then press and hold the
ENGINE START/STOP button for no more than 15 sec-
onds. Release the accelerator pedal and the clutch pedal,
wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”
procedure.
Clearing A Flooded Engine
(Using Fob With Integrated Key)
If the engine fails to start after you have followed the
“Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce-
dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel, push
the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it.
Then, turn the ignition switch to the START position and
release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor
will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this
occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then
repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec-
onds before trying again.
After Starting
The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a
standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on
the driver side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap that
is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power
Module.
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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.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as
MOPAR Spray White Lube or equivalent, to assure
quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and
wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and
grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be
removed. Particular attention should also be given to
hood latching components to ensure proper function.
When performing other underhood services, the hood
latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be
cleaned and lubricated.
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
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349

GVWR............................... 311
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) .............. 81
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising,
or Shallow Standing Water ............... 260
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 316
Head Restraints ......................... 117
Headlight Washers ....................... 350
Headlights ............................ 377
Automatic ........................... 124
Bulb Replacement ...................... 377
Cleaning ............................ 367
Delay .............................. 124
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 127
Lights On Reminder .................... 125
On With Wipers .................... 124,131
Passing ............................. 127
Switch .............................. 123 Time Delay
.......................... 124
Washers ............................. 350
Heated Mirrors .......................... 79
Heated Seats ........................... 118
Heater ............................... 224
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 244
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 127
Hill Start Assist ......................... 273
Holder, Cup ........................... 149
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 137
Hood Release .......................... 122
Ignition ............................... 14
Key ............................... 12,14
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 14
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint ........................ 59,60
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 169
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Rear Window Defroster................... 152
Rear Window Features .................... 152
Recreational Towing ...................... 313
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 304
Refrigerant ............................ 349
Release, Hood .......................... 122
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 125
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 43
Remote Control Starting System ........................ 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 222
Remote Starting System .................... 26
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 33
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 376
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 341
Replacement Tires ....................... 294
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 411 Restraint, Head
......................... 117
Restraints, Child ......................... 59
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 35
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 331
Rotation, Tires .......................... 296
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 71
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 72
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 411
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 70
Safety Information, Tire ................... 280
Safety Tips ............................. 69
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 217
Satellite Radio (Uconnect studios)........... 216
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 386
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 368
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 43
Seat Belts .......................... 35,37,71
And Pregnant Women ................... 44
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