2015 DODGE CHALLENGER warning

CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated
in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.
WARNING!
•Donotattempttochangeatireonthesideofthevehicleclosetomovingtraffic.
Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack
or changing the wheel.
•Beingunderajacked-upvehicleisdangerous.Thevehiclecouldslipoffthejack
and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a
vehicle that is on a jack.
•Neverstartorruntheenginewhilethevehicleisonajack.Ifyouneedtogetunder
araisedvehicle,takeittoaservicecenterwhereitcanberaisedonalift.
•Thejackisdesignedtobeusedasatoolforchangingtiresonly.Thejackshouldnot
be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a
firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
•Aloosetireorjackthrownforwardinacollisionorhardstopcouldendangertheoccupants
of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided.
•Carefullyfollowthesetirechangingwarningstohelppreventpersonalinjuryor
damage to your vehicle:
•Alwaysparkonafirm,levelsurfaceasfarfromtheedgeoftheroadwayaspossible
before raising the vehicle.
•TurnontheHazardWarningflasher.
•Blockthewheeldiagonallyoppositethewheeltoberaised.
•SettheparkingbrakefirmlyandsetanautomatictransmissioninPARK;amanual
transmission in REVERSE.
•Donotletanyonesitinthevehiclewhenitisonajack.
•Donotgetunderthevehiclewhenitisonajack.
•Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
•Ifworkingonorneararoadway,beextremelycarefulofmotortraffic.
•Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip
off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire.
•Toavoidtheriskofforcingthevehicleoffthejack,donotfullytightenthewheel
nuts until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in
personal injury.
•Aloosetireorjackthrownforwardinacollisionorhardstopcouldendangertheoccupants
of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided.
•Thelimited-usesparetiresareforemergencyuseonly.Installationofthislimited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than60 mph (100 km/h). Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on eitheryour tire placard or limited-use spare tire and wheel assembly. Replace (or repair)the original tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle. Failure to doso could result in loss of vehicle control.
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Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
•ReplacetheTireServiceKitSealantBottle(1)andSealantHose(6)priortothe
expiration date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system.
Refer to “Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit” section (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose
Replacement.”
•TheSealantBottle(1)andSealantHose(6)areaonetireapplicationuse.Aftereach
use, always replace these components immediately at an authorized dealer.
•WhentheTireServiceKitsealantisinaliquidform,cleanwater,andadampclothwill
remove the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant
dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded.
•Foroptimumperformance,makesurethevalvestemonthewheelisfreeofdebris
before connecting the Tire Service Kit.
•YoucanusetheTireServiceKitairpumptoinflatebicycletires.Thekitalsocomeswith
two needles, located in the Accessory Storage Compartment (on the bottom of the air
pump) for inflating sport balls, rafts, or similar inflatable items. However, use only the
Air Pump Hose (7) and make sure the Mode Select Knob (5) is in the Air Mode when
inflating such items to avoid injecting sealant into them. The Tire Service Kit Sealant is
only intended to seal punctures less than 1/4” (6 mm) diameter in the tread of your
vehicle.
•DonotliftorcarrytheTireServiceKitbythehoses.
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
(A) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:
1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning flashers.
2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that is
near to the ground. This will allow the Tire Service Kit Hoses (6) and (7) to reach the
valve stem and keep the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground. This will provide the best
positioning of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and running the
air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in this position before
proceeding.
3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto transmission) or in Gear (manual transmission)
and cycle the ignition to the OFF position.
4. Set the parking brake.
(B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:
1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Sealant Mode position.
2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the
hose.
3. Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire.
4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the
Sealant Hose (6) onto the valve stem.
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WARNING!
•Donotattempttosealatireonthesideofthevehicleclosesttotraffic.Pullfar
enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the Tire Service Kit.•DonotusetheTireServiceKitordrivethevehicleunderthefollowingcircum-
stances:
•Ifthepunctureinthetiretreadisapproximately1/4”.(6mm)orlarger.
•Ifthetirehasanysidewalldamage.
•Ifthetirehasanydamagefromdrivingwithextremelylowtirepressure.
•Ifthetirehasanydamagefromdrivingonaflattire.
•Ifthewheelhasanydamage.
•Ifyouareunsureoftheconditionofthetireorthewheel.
•KeeptheTireServiceKitawayfromopenflamesorheatsource.
•AlooseTireServiceKitthrownforwardinacollisionorhardstopcouldendangerthe
occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the place provided.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you,
your passengers, and others around you.
•TakecarenottoallowthecontentsoftheTireServiceKittocomeincontactwith
hair, eyes, or clothing. The Tire Service Kit is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or
absorbed through the skin. It causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush
immediately with plenty of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin. Change
clothing as soon as possible, if there is any contact with clothing.
•TheTireServiceKitSealantsolutioncontainslatex.Incaseofanallergicreaction
or rash, consult a physician immediately. Keep the Tire Service Kit out of reach of
children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink
plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immediately.
•TheTireServiceKitisnotapermanentflattirerepair.Havethetireinspectedand
repaired or replaced after using the Tire Service Kit. Do not exceed 55 mph
(88 km/h) until the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this warning can
result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around
you.
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WARNING!
•Whentemperaturesarebelowthefreezingpoint,electrolyteinadischargedbattery
may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could rupture or
explode and cause personal injury. Battery temperature must be brought above
freezing point before attempting a jump-start.
•Takecaretoavoidtheradiatorcoolingfanwheneverthehoodisraised.Itcanstart
anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades.
•Removeanymetaljewelry,suchaswatchbandsorbracelets,thatmightmakean
inadvertent electrical contact. You could be severely injured.
•Batteriescontainsulfuricacidthatcanburnyourskinoreyesandgenerate
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks away
from the battery.
•Donotallowvehiclestotoucheachotherasthiscouldestablishaground
connection and personal injury could result.
•Failuretofollowthisprocedurecouldresultinpersonalinjuryorpropertydamage
due to battery explosion.
•Donotconnectthecabletothenegativepost(-)of the discharged battery. The
resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
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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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•Movethesafetylatchwhileliftingthehoodatthesametime.
•Insertthesupportrodintotheslotonthe
hood.
•Toclosethehood,removethesupport
rod and place it in the retaining clip, then
lower the hood slowly.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully
latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
Hood Safety Latch
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Manual Transmission – IfEquippedWe recommend you use MOPAR®AT F + 4®Automatic Trans-mission Fluid.
Automatic Transmission – IfEquippedUse only MOPAR®ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmis-sion Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid mayaffect the function or performance of your transmission.
Power Steering Reservoir –If EquippedWe recommend you use MOPAR®Power Steering Fluid + 4,MOPAR®or ATF+4®Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR®DOT 3, SAE J1703should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is notavailable, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Rear Axle We recommend you use MOPAR®LSD Synthetic Gear Lu-bricant SAE 75W85 (API GL-5).
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Main-
tenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable
supplement on the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 3.6L AND 5.7L
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n a u t o m a t i c o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e o i l c h a n g e
indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.
This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent
short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage
will influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is displayed.
Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as
3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible,
within the next 500 miles (805 km).
The message “Oil Change Required” will be displayed in the DID and a single chime will
sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Yo u r a u t h o r i z e d d e a l e r w i l l r e s e t t h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r m e s s a g e a f t e r c o m p l e t i n g t h e
scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your
authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under
“Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or
“Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your
Owners Manual on the DVD for further information.
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes
first)
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Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
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Change the manual transmission fluid (ifequipped) if using your vehicle for any ofthe following: Most of your driving is atsustained speeds during hot weather, above90°F (32°C), driving in dusty conditions, orstop and go driving.
XX X
Change the rear axle fluid if using your ve-hicle for any of the following: police, taxi,fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing.
XX X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
WARNING!
•Youcanbebadlyinjuredworkingonoraroundamotorvehicle.Doonlyserviceworkforwhichyouhavetheknowledgeandtheright
equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
•Failuretoproperlyinspectandmaintainyourvehiclecouldresultinacomponentmalfunctionandeffectvehiclehandlingand
performance. This could cause an accident.
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