2014 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT hood release

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 sta-
bility for child seats and/or passengers. An improp-
erly 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 a collision. 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
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159

Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should
be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease,
such as MOPAR® Spray White Lube 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 mecha-
nism 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 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
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces-
sary.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433

Glass Cleaning.......................... .453
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................386
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................386
GVWR ................................ .386
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ .328
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................392
Headlights ............................. .465
Automatic ........................... .162
Cleaning ............................ .453
Delay ............................... .162
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........166
Lights On Reminder .....................164
On With Wipers ....................... .162
Passing ............................. .166
Switch .............................. .161
Time Delay ........................... .162Washers
............................. .434
Headlight Washers ....................... .434
Head Restraints ......................... .156
Head Rests ............................. .156
Heated Mirrors ...........................111
Heated Seats ............................ .152
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .304
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .166
Hill Start Assist .......................... .341
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ............186
Hood Release ........................... .159
Ignition .................................14
Key..................................12
Ignition Key Removal .......................14
Illuminated Entry ..........................22
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................17
Infant Restraint ...........................74
Information Center, Vehicle ..................223
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INDEX 513

Rear ParkSense System.....................177
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .158
Rear Window Defroster .....................205
Rear Window Features .....................205
Recorder, Event Data .......................73
Recreational Towing ...................... .388
Reformulated Gasoline .....................379
Refrigerant ............................. .430
Release, Hood ........................... .159
Reminder, Lights On ...................... .164
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................58
Remote Control Starting System .........................29
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................23
Arm The Alarm .........................20
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........19
Programming Additional Transmitters .........19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........278
Remote Starting System ......................29 Remote Trunk Release
.......................43
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .464
Replacement Keys .........................18
Replacement Parts ........................ .422
Replacement Tires ........................ .367
Reporting Safety Defects ....................500
Restraint, Head .......................... .156
Restraints, Child ...........................74
Restraints, Occupant ........................46
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................409
Rotation, Tires .......................... .370
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................99
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................101
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................500
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................98
Safety Information, Tire .....................348
Safety Tips ...............................97
Satellite Radio Antenna .....................267
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INDEX 519

Tire Safety Information.....................348
To Open Hood .......................... .159
Towing ............................... .387
24-Hour Towing Assistance ................127
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .413
Recreational .......................... .388
Towing Assistance ........................ .127
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........388
Traction ............................... .327
Traction Control ......................... .340
Trailer Towing .......................... .387
Transmission ........................... .446
Automatic ........................... .310
Fluid ............................... .446
Manual ............................. .304
Shifting ............................. .307
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .28
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .23
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........23Tread Wear Indicators
..................... .365
Trip Odometer .......................... .212
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .......................43
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................45
Trunk Release Remote Control .................43
Turn Signals ............................ .165
UCI Connector .......................... .270
Uconnect® Advanced Phone Connectivity ..............130
Uconnect® 130 Operating Instructions Auxiliary Mode ........253
Operating Instructions CD Mode ............248
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ..........245
Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio Playing MP3 Files ...................... .262
Uconnect® phone ........................ .125
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................503
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .270
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