2010 DODGE CHARGER hood release

How to Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
•Shift lever in PARK
•Doors closed
•Hood closed
•Trunk closed
•Hazard switch off
•Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
•Ignition key removed from ignition switch
•Battery at an acceptable charge level
•RKE PANIC button not pressed
WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon-
oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Car-
bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious
injury or death when inhaled.
•Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters
away from children. Operation of the Remote Start
System, windows, door locks or other controls
could cause serious injury or death.
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Press and release the REMOTE START button
on the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec-
onds. The parking lights will flash and the horn
will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the
engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27

When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make
sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the
seatback above the seat strap.
WARNING!
•Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback is not securely locked into
position, the seat will not provide the proper
stability for child seats and/or passengers. An
improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
•The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the
rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down
position) should not be used as a play area by
children when the vehicle is in motion. They could
be seriously injured in an accident. Children
should be seated and using the proper restraint
system.
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.
Hood Release Lever
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet7 — Climate Control13 — Hood Release
2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Heated Seat Switch*14 — Trunk Release Button
3 — Hazard Switch 9 — Power Outlet15 — Headlight Switch
4 — Electronic Stability Program OFF Button* /
Traction Control System OFF Button* 10 — Ash Tray*
* If Equipped
5 — Glove Compartment 11 — Storage Compartment*
6 — Radio 12 — Ignition Switch
170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper mainte-
nance intervals.
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.
A/C Air Filter
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389

Automatic........................... 134
Bulb Replacement ...................... 418
Cleaning ............................ 407
Delay .............................. 135
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 137
Lights On Reminder .................... 136
On With Wipers .................... 135,142
Passing ............................. 138
Switch .............................. 134
Time Delay .......................... 135
Washers ............................. 390
Heated Mirrors .......................... 90
Heated Seats ........................... 130
Heater ............................... 247
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 265
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 137
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 338
Holder, Coin ........................... 162 Holder, Cup
........................... 161
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 149
Hood Release .......................... 132
Ignition ............................... 14
Key ............................... 12,14
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 14
Illuminated Entry ........................ 19
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint ........................ 67,68
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 186
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 87
Instrument Cluster .................... 171,173
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 170
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 408
Interior Appearance Care .................. 407
Interior Fuses .......................... 409
Interior Lights .......................... 139
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 140
470 INDEX

Radio Remote Controls.................... 244
Radio, Satellite (Uconnect studios)........... 236
Rear Cupholder ......................... 162
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 131
Rear Window Defroster ................... 165
Rear Window Features .................... 165
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 87
Reclining Front Seats ..................... 127
Recreational Towing ...................... 348
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 327
Refrigerant ............................ 387
Release, Hood .......................... 132
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 136
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 49
Remote Control Starting System ........................ 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 244
Remote Starting System .................... 26 Remote Trunk Release
..................... 39
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 417
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 378
Replacement Tires ....................... 313
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 456
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ...........180,189
Restraint, Head ......................... 128
Restraints, Child ......................... 67
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 41
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 366
Rotation, Tires .......................... 314
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 79
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 81
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 456
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 78
Safety Information, Tire ................... 297
Safety Tips ............................. 77
476 INDEX