2011 DODGE CHARGER 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
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet7 — ESC Off Switch 13 — Engine Start/Stop Button
2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Uconnect Touch™ System Hard Controls 14 — Trunk Release Button
3 — Hazard Switch 9 — SD Memory Card Slot 15 — Dimmer Controls
4 — Uconnect Touch™ System 10 — Power Outlet 16 — Hood Release
5 — Climate Control Hard Controls 11 — CD/DVD Slot 17 — Headlight Switch
6 — Glove Compartment 12 — Storage Compartment
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273

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
MOPARSpray 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.
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.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Headlight Washers....................... 477
Headlights ............................ 507
Automatic ......................... 190
Bulb Replacement .................... 506
Cleaning ........................... 494
Delay ............................. 191
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...... 194
Lights On Reminder .................. 192
On With Wipers ................... 190,200
Passing ............................ 194
Switch ............................ 189
Time Delay ......................... 191
Washers ........................... 477
Heated Mirrors ......................... 100
Heated Seats ........................... 174
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 352
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 194
Hill Start Assist ......................... 375 Hitches
Trailer Towing ....................... 427
Holder, Coin ........................... 265
Holder, Cup ........................... 262
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . 247
Hood Release .......................... 188
Ignition Key ............................... 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint ........................ 73,74
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 285
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 96
Instrument Cluster ....................... 275
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 273
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 495
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 496
Interior Appearance Care .................. 494
550 INDEX

Rear Cupholder......................... 264
Rear Park Sense System ................... 235
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 181
Rear Window Defroster ................... 269
Rear Window Features .................... 269
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 96
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 72
Recreational Towing ...................... 436
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 411
Refrigerant ............................ 474
Release, Hood .......................... 188
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 192
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 54
Remote Control Starting System ....................... 25
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 327
Remote Starting System .................... 25
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 42 Replacement Bulbs
....................... 505
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 465
Replacement Tires ....................... 396
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 536
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ...........276,293
Restraint, Head ......................... 178
Restraints, Child ......................... 73
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 44
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 452
Rotation, Tires .......................... 399
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 86
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 88
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 536
Safety Information, Tire ................... 379
Safety Tips ............................. 84
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 85
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 514
556 INDEX