2013 DODGE CHALLENGER Owners Manual

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..........210
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .................211
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS .....212
 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ...................... .224
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays ........................... .226
▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ........228
▫ Trip Functions ...................... .229▫
Sport Mode ......................... .232
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Display —
If Equipped ........................ .232
▫ Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) –
If Equipped ......................... .233
▫ Compass Display .....................233
▫ System Warnings (Customer Information
Features) ........................... .236
▫ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features) .......................... .236
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Uconnect® 730N/430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/
NAV — If Equipped ....................241
▫ Operating Instructions (Voice Command
System) — If Equipped .................241
▫ Operating Instructions (Uconnect® Phone) —
If Equipped ......................... .241
 Uconnect® 130 ........................ .242
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode .......242
▫ Operation Instructions — CD MODE For
CD And MP3 Audio Play ................245
▫ Notes on Playing MP3 Files ..............247
▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode .....250
 Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO .....251
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode .......251▫
Operation Instructions — CD MODE for
CD and MP3 Audio Play ................257
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ..............259
▫ LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) .......262
▫ INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) ......263
▫ Operating Instructions (Uconnect® Phone) —
If Equipped ......................... .263
▫ Uconnect® Multimedia (Satellite Radio) —
If Equipped ......................... .264
 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .268
▫ Connecting The iPod® Or External USB
Device ............................ .269
▫ Using This Feature .....................270
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▫Controlling The iPod® Or External USB
Device Using Radio Buttons ..............270
▫ Play Mode ......................... .271
▫ List Or Browse Mode ...................272
▫ Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) .........274
 HARMAN KARDON® Logic7® HIGH
PERFORMANCE MULTICHANNEL SURROUND
SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE
SURROUND (DSS) — IF EQUIPPED .........276
 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .277
▫ Radio Operation ..................... .278
▫ CD Player .......................... .278
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ...........279
 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE
PHONES ........................... .280
 CLIMATE CONTROLS ...................280
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......280
▫ Automatic Operation ...................281
▫ Blower Control ...................... .282
▫ Manual Operation .....................282
▫ Operating Tips ...................... .286
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlets6 — ESC OFF Switch11 — Ignition Switch
2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Sport Button12 — Trunk Release Button
3 — Glove Compartment 8 — Hazard Warning Switch13 — Headlight Switch
4 — Radio 9 — Heated Steering Wheel Switch
5 — Heated Seat Switch 10 — Climate Control
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is placed in the ON/RUN position.
2. Trip Odometer Button
Press this button to change the display from odometer to
either of two trip odometer settings. The letter “A” or “B”
will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and
hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer
to 0 miles (km). The odometer must be in TRIP mode to
reset it.3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light
This light will turn on when the electronic
speed control is on.
5. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear
range. Ease up on the accelerator before reaching the red
area.
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6. Charging System Warning LightThis light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should turn on when the
ignition switch is placed in the ON/RUN position and
remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or
turns on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s
non-essential electrical devices (i.e., radio) or slightly
increase engine speed (if at idle). If the light remains on,
it means that the charging system is experiencing a
problem. See your local authorized dealer to obtain
service immediately.
If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting
Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. 7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON/
RUN position. This light will also turn on while
the engine is running if there is a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
If the light comes on while the engine is running, safely
bring the vehicle to a complete stop as soon as possible,
place the shift lever in PARK, for manual transmission
place the transmission in neutral, apply the parking
brake, and cycle the ignition key. The light should turn
off. If the light remains lit with the engine running, your
vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho-
rized dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the light is flashing when the engine is running,
immediate service is required. In this case, you may
experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle
or engine stall, and your vehicle may require towing.
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Also, have the system checked by an authorized dealer if
the light does not come on during starting.
8. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-
ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that
the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera-
ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades,
or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to
exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads
“H,” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer
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drops back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the “H,” and you hear a chime, turn the
engine OFF immediately and call for service.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call a service center if your
vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”
and follow the warnings under the Cooling System
Pressure Cap paragraph.
9. Turn Signal Indicators The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated.
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