2015 DODGE CHALLENGER ECU

MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION
WARNING!
Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking brake, before activating the
Manual Park Release. Activating the Manual Park Release will allow your vehicle to roll
away if it is not secured by the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow vehicle.
Activating the Manual Park Release on an unsecured vehicle could lead to serious
injury or death for those in or around the vehicle.
In order to push or tow the vehicle in cases where the transmission will not shift out of
PA R K ( s u c h a s a d e a d b a t t e r y ) , a M a n u a l P a r k R e l e a s e i s a v a i l a b l e .
Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Remove the console storage bin to access the Manual Park Release lever.
3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool,
fish the tether strap up through the
opening in the console base.
4. Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the
center of the lever, and disengage the
lever locking tab by pushing it to the
right.
Console Storage Bin
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5. While holding the locking tab in the disengaged position, pull the tether strap to rotate
the lever up and rearward until it locks in place in the vertical position. The vehicle is
now out of PARK and can be towed. Release the parking brake only when the vehicle
is securely connected to a tow vehicle.
To Reset The Manual Park Release:
1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever,
on the rear side) rearward (away from the
lever) to unlatch the lever.
2. Rotate the Manual Park Release lever
forward and down, to its original posi-
tion, until the locking tab snaps into
place to secure the lever.
3. Pull up gently on the tether strap to
confirm that the lever is locked in its
stowed position.
4. Tuck the tether strap into the base of the
console. Reinstall the console storage
bin.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial
towing service.
Towing ConditionWheels OFF TheGroundAUTOMATIC TRANS-MISSIONMANUAL TRANSMIS-SION
Flat TowNONE
If transmission isoperable:•TransmissioninNEUTRAL•30mph(48km/h)maxspeed•30miles(48km)maxdistance
If transmission isoperable:•TransmissioninNEUTRAL•65mph(105 km/h)maxspeed
Wheel Lift or DollyTo w
FrontNOT ALLOWEDNOT RECOM-MENDED
RearNOT RECOM-MENDEDNOT RECOM-MENDED
FlatbedALLBEST METHOD BEST METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only
tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment manufac-
turer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing
device to main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or associated brackets.
State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be observed.
Tether Strap
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If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition
must be in the ON/RUN position, not the ACC position.
CAUTION!
•Donotuseslingtypeequipmentwhentowing.Vehicledamagemayoccur.
•Whensecuringthevehicletoaflatbedtruck,donotattachtofrontorrear
suspension components. Damage to your vehicle may occur from improper towing.
•Themanufacturerdoesnotrecommendtowingthisvehicleusingatowdolly.
Vehicle damage may occur.
Automatic Transmission
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground
using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission is operable, the vehicle may be
flat towed (with all four wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:
•ThetransmissionmustbeinNEUTRAL.
•Thetowingdistancemustnotexceed30miles(48km).
•Thetowingspeedmustnotexceed30mph(48km/h).
If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be towed faster than 30 mph (48
km/h) or farther than 30 miles (48 km), then the only acceptable method of towing is with
a flatbed truck.
CAUTION!
To w i n g t h i s v e h i c l e i n v i o l a t i o n o f t h e a b o v e r e q u i r e m e n t s c a n c a u s e s e v e r e t r a n s m i s -
sion damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to “Manual Park
Release” in this section for instructions on shifting the automatic transmission out of
PA R K f o r t o w i n g .
Manual Transmission
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground
using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission is operable, the vehicle may be
flat towed (with all four wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:
•ThetransmissionmustbeinNEUTRAL.
•Thetowingspeedmustnotexceed65mph(105km/h).
•Thereisnolimitationontowingdistance.
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FUSES
Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
The Front Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment. This module
contains fuses and relays.
CAUTION!
•Wheninstallingthepowerdistributioncentercover,itisimportanttoensurethe
cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get
into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.•Whenreplacingablownfuse,itisimportanttouseonlyafusehavingthecorrect
amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in
adangerouselectricalsystemoverload.Ifaproperlyratedfusecontinuestoblow,
it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
1––Fuse – Spare
240AmpGreen – RadiatorFan#1–IfEquipped
350AmpRed –PowerSteering#1/RadiatorFan(6.2L Supercharged) – IfEquipped
430AmpPink –Starter
540AmpGreen –Electronic Stability Control
630AmpPink –Electronic Stability Control
7––Fuse – Spare
820AmpBlue –Police Ignition Run / ACC # 2
9–20AmpYellowAll-WheelDriveModule–IfEquipped
10–10AmpRedSecurity–IfEquipped/Underhood Lamp – Police
11–20AmpYellowHorns
12–10AmpRedAirConditioningClutch
13––Fuse – Spare
14––Fuse – Spare
15–20AmpYellowLeftHID–IfEquipped
16–20AmpYellowRightHID–IfEquipped
18 40 Amp Green – Radiator Fan #2 – If Equipped
19 50 Amp Red – Power Steering #2 / Radiator Fan(6.2L Supercharged)
20 30 Amp Pink –Wiper Motor
21 30 Amp Pink – Headlamp Washers – If Equipped /Police Feed
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•Clickonthe“ForOwners”tab,select“Owner/ServiceManuals”,thenselectyour
desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or
death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your
authorized dealer and the manufacturer.
To c o n t a c t N H T S A , y o u m a y e i t h e r c a l l t h e A u t o S a f e t y H o t l i n e t o l l f r e e a t 1 – 8 8 8 –
327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building, Washington, D.C.
20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from
http://www.safercar.gov.
In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer
Service Department immediately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect
to the Canadian government should contact Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect
Investigations and Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/.
French Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian govern-
ment should contact Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls
at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/securiteroutiere/ .
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
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Access
Uconnect®..............55
Access, Uconnect®...........55
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control) . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . .186
Adding Washer Fluid..........186
Air Bag
Advanced Front Air Bag.......18
Advance Front Air Bag.......18
Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Air Bag Warning Light . . . . . . . .18Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . .18Rollover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Side Impacts.............18Air bag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine AirCleaner Filter)............186Air Conditioner Maintenance.....186Air Conditioning...........46,48Air Conditioning Refrigerant......186Air Conditioning System........186AlarmVehicle Security Alarm.......16Alarm (Security Alarm)......16,150Antifreeze (Engine Coolant). . .182, 184,186Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186Anti-Lock Warning Light........148APPUconnect®Access..........57Appearance Care............186Arming System (Security Alarm)....16Assistance Towing...........145Automatic Headlights.......37,151Automatic High Beams.........37Automatic Temperature Control(ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Automatic TransmissionAdding Fluid........184, 186Autostick...........43,137Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . .184, 186Autostick..............43,137Axle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . .184, 186Axle Lubrication . . . . . . . . .184, 186
Back-Up Camera............49Battery.................186
Blind Spot Monitoring..........50Body Mechanism Lubrication.....186Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . .184, 186Brakes.................186Brake System.............186Fluid Check.........184, 186Master Cylinder..........186Break-In Recommendations, NewVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 34Bulb Replacement...........206Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206
Capacities, Fluid.........182, 184Caps, FillerOil (Engine)............186Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186Change Oil Indicator..........149Changing A Flat Tire..........152Charging System Light.........147Child Restraint...........20,21Child RestraintsLower Anchors And Tethers ForChildren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21CleaningWheels...............186Windshield Wiper Blades.....186Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71Clock Setting...............71Cluster Warning/Indicator LightsAnti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light . . .148Charging System Light......147Electronic Speed Control ONIndicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151Electronic Speed Control SETIndicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . .148Engine Temperature WarningLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147Front Fog Light Indicator . . . . .150Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap......151High Beam Indicator.......150Malfunction Indicator Light(MIL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147Oil Pressure Warning Light . . . .148Park/Headlight ON Indicator . . .150
INDEX
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Ti r e P r e s s u r e M o n i t o r i n g S y s t e m
(TPMS) Light...........145
Tu r n S i g n a l I n d i c a t o r.......150
Vehicle Security Light.......150
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186
Clutch Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186
Compact Spare Tire..........204
Cooling System.............186
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)....186
Coolant Capacity......182, 184Coolant Level...........186Disposal of Used Coolant.....186Drain, Flush, and Refill......186Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . .186Points to Remember.......186Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . .186Selection of Coolant(Antifreeze) . . .182, 184, 185, 186Corrosion Protection..........186Cruise Control (Speed Control).....38Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38Customer Assistance..........207Customer Programmable Features . .131
Defects, Reporting...........208Dimmer Control.............37Dimmer Switch, Headlight.......37Disabled Vehicle Towing . . . . .145, 169Disarming, Security System.......16DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)....186Door Locks................10Drive Modes...........131, 138Driver Cockpit...............6Driver Information DisplayControls . . . . . . . . . . .130, 139DID . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130, 139
Electronic Power Distribution Center(Fuses) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198ElectronicsYo u r Ve h i c l e ' s S o u n dSystem.............52,53Electronic Speed Control (CruiseControl) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . .145Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFFIndicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147
Electronic Throttle Control Warning
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
Emergency, In Case of
Brake Warning Light . . . . . . .147
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck . . .167
Jacking..............152
Jump Starting...........164
Overheating............151
To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . .145, 169
Emergency Key.............11EngineAir Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . .186Break-In Recommendations . .33, 34Checking Oil Level.........186Compartment............174Coolant (Antifreeze).....182, 185Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186Jump Starting...........164Oil . . . . . . . .182, 184, 185, 186Oil Filler Cap...........186Oil Selection . . . . .182, 184, 186Overheating............151Starting.............14,15Stopping............14,15Te m p e r a t u r e W a r n i n g L i g h t....147Event Data Recorder..........171Exhaust System............186
FA Q . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1 0FiltersAir Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . .186Engine Oil.......182, 185, 186Engine Oil Disposal........186FlashersTu r n S i g n a l............150Flat Tire Changing...........152Fluid, Brake . . . . . . . . . . .184, 186Fluid Capacities.........182, 184Fluids, Lubricants and GenuineParts . . . . . . . . . . . . .182, 185Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . .37, 150Folding Rear Seat............28Forward Collision Warning........42Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . .167Frequently Asked Questions......210Front Heated Seats...........29FuelFiller Cap (Gas Cap)........151
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Octane Rating . . . . . . . .182, 185
Specifications........182, 185
Ta n k C a p a c i t y........182, 184
Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)..132
General Maintenance.........186
Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .186
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®). . . .126HeadlightsAutomatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Cleaning..............186Dimmer Switch...........37High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Head Restraints.............24Heated Mirrors..............49Heated Steering Wheel.........30High Beam Indicator..........150High Beam/Low Beam Select(Dimmer) Switch...........37HomeLink®(Garage Door Opener) . .132Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . .172
Instrument Cluster............8Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights . .150Instrument Panel Cover........186Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . .186Interior and Instrument Lights......7Interior Appearance Care.......186Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . .36Introduction................3In Vehicle FeaturesUconnect®Access..........62iPod®/USB/MP3 ControlBluetooth®StreamingAudio.........73,87,93,119
Jacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . .154Jack Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . .152Jack Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .154Jump Starting.............164
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Lock The Doors...........10Unlock The Doors..........10Keyless Enter-N-Go...........12
Lock/Unlock..........12,13
Starting/Stopping........14,15
Keyless Enter-N-Go™
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors......10
Lane Change Assist...........36
Lap/Shoulder Belts...........17
Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206
Lights
Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
High Beam Indicator.......150Low Fuel..............145Seat Belt Reminder........148Security Alarm...........150Service...............206Ti r e P r e s s u r e M o n i t o r i n g(TPMS)..............145LocksDoor.................10Lubrication, Body...........186
Maintenance Free Battery.......186Maintenance, General.........186Maintenance Procedures.......186Maintenance Record.......190, 197Maintenance Schedule . .186, 191, 193Malfunction Indicator Light (CheckEngine)...............147ManualTi l t / Te l e s c o p i n g S t e e r i n g C o l u m n . . 3 1Master Cylinder (Brakes)........186MirrorsHeated...............49MOPAR®Accessories.........209
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . .90, 122New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . .33, 34
Occupant Restraints...........20Octane Rating, Gasoline(Fuel).............182, 185Oil Change Indicator..........149Oil Change Indicator, Reset......149Oil, Engine.........182, 185, 186Capacity...........182, 184Change Interval..........186Checking..............186Disposal..............186
INDEX
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