2016 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT battery

NOTE:All accessories connected to these powered out-
lets should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is
not in use to protect the battery against discharge.
Power Outlet — Integrated Center Stack FrontPower Outlet — Center Console
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not touch with wet hands.
• Close the lid when not in use and while driving the
vehicle.
• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
CAUTION!
• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in
use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or
prevent the engine from starting.
• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the
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CAUTION! (Continued)
battery even more quickly. Only use these intermit-
tently and with greater caution.
• After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
alternator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces-
sory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the
power outlet can cause damage.
CUPHOLDERS
Front Cupholders
The front cupholders are located in the center console
and in the door panels.
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NOTE:To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
• Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after
soaking with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.3
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..........224
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — SRT ...........225
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — SRT ...........228
 WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS .......230
▫ Red Telltale Indicator Lights ..............231
▫ Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights ............243
▫ Green Telltale Indicator Lights ............253
▫ Blue Telltale Indicator Lights ..............255
▫ White Telltale Indicator Lights ............256
 DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) .....257▫
Engine Oil Life Reset ..................259
▫ Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) –
If Equipped ........................ .261
▫ Cruise Control ....................... .262
▫ DID Selectable Menu Items ..............262
▫
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions —
If Equipped ......................... .273
CYBERSECURITY ...................... .276
 UCONNECT SETTINGS ..................278
▫ Buttons On The Faceplate ................279
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Battery Charge Warning Light
Red TelltaleLight What It Means
Battery Charge Warning Light
This light illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the en-
gine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your autho-
rized dealer as soon as possible. This indicates a possible problem with the electrical system
or a related component.
If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emer-
gencies.”
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Oil Temp
Oil Pressure
Oil Life
Battery Voltage
Intake Air Temp
Engine Torque
Engine Power
Air-Fuel Ratio — 6.2L Supercharged
Boost Pressure — 6.2L Supercharged
Intercooler Water Temp — 6.2L SuperchargedPerformance Features — If Equipped
WARNING!
Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor-
mance Features is intended for off-highway or off-
road use only and should not be done on any public
roadways. It is recommended that these features be
used in a controlled environment and within the
limits of the law. The capabilities of the vehicle as
measured by the performance pages must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which
can jeopardize the user ’s safety or the safety of
others. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can
prevent accidents.
Push an release the UP
orDOWNarrow button
until the Performance menu is displayed in the DID.
Push the RIGHT
arrow button to enter the sub-
menus. 4
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7. Defaults•Ok
• Cancel
Diagnostics — If Equipped
Push and release the UPorDOWNarrow button
until the diagnostic Menu is selected. Then, the Driver
is able to view engine and emission vehicle faults.
• Push OKto have the most recent fault code sent.
• There is a delay when the next diagnostic code is
requested during which the following message is
displayed:
• “Checking System for Diagnostic Codes.”
• Driver must push the OKbutton again to see the next
Pcode otherwise current message remains displayed.
• Driver exits when they cycle to another submenu (up
or down). •
Faults are displayed from newest to the oldest.
• If the menu is exited before the end of codes is reached
- when the driver re-enters the list will be restarted
from the beginning.
• When no codes are present or the last code is reached
= (P0000) and this message is displayed:
• “No Further or End of Diagnostic Codes.”Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped
This vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Battery
Sensor (IBS) to perform additional monitoring of the
electrical system and status of the vehicle battery.
In cases when the IBS detects charging system failure, or
the vehicle battery conditions are deteriorating, electrical
load reduction actions will take place to extend the
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driving time and distance of the vehicle. This is done by
reducing power to or turning off non-essential electrical
loads.
Load reduction is only active when the engine is running.
It will display a message if there is a risk of battery
depletion to the point where the vehicle may stall due to
lack of electrical supply, or will not restart after the
current drive cycle.
When load reduction is activated, the message “Battery
Saver On” or “Battery Saver Mode” will appear in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) or Driver
Information Display (DID).
These messages indicate the vehicle battery has a low
state of charge and continues to lose electrical charge at a
rate that the charging system cannot sustain.NOTE:
•
The charging system is independent from load reduc-
tion. The charging system performs a diagnostic on the
charging system continuously.
• If the Charging System Light is on it may indicate a
problem with the charging system. Refer to “Charging
System Light” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
The electrical loads that may be switched off (if
equipped), and vehicle functions which can be effected
by load reduction:
• Heated Seat/Vented Seats/Heated Wheel
• Heated/Cooled Cup Holders
• Rear Defroster And Heated Mirrors
• HVAC System
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