2016 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT brake

•0-60 MPH (0-100 km/h)
Displays the time it takes for the vehicle to go from 0 to
60 mph (0 to 100 km/h).
• 0-100 MPH (0-160 km/h)
Displays the time it takes for the vehicle to go from 0 to
100 mph (0 to 160 km/h).
• ⅛ Mile (200 meter)
Displays the time it takes for the vehicle to go an ⅛mile
(200 meters).
• ¼ Mile (400 meter)
Displays the time it takes for the vehicle to go an ¼ mile
(400 meters). •
Brake Distance
Displays the distance it takes the vehicle to make a full
stop. Contains current and last data for distance and start
– from speed.
NOTE: The distance measurement will be aborted if the
brake pedal is released before the vehicle comes to a
complete stop.
• Brake Speed
Displays the speed the vehicle is traveling when the
brake pedal is depressed.
NOTE: Brake Distance and Speed timers will only dis-
play ready when vehicle is traveling at greater than 30
MPH (48 km/h).
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CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................375
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ........376
▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped .....376
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go ...................377
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .378
▫ Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –22°F Or 30°C) ................381
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................381
▫ After Starting ....................... .382
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .382 
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . .383
▫ Six-Speed Manual Transmission ...........383
▫ Shifting ............................ .385
▫ Recommended Shift Speeds ..............386
▫ 1–4 Skip Shift ....................... .386
▫ Downshifting ....................... .387
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............387
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............389
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .389
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▫Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission — If
Equipped .......................... .390
 AUTOSTICK ......................... .397
▫ Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or
Console Mounted Shifter ................397
 DRIVE MODES ....................... .400
▫ Launch Mode — If Equipped .............405
▫ Guidelines For Track Use ................409
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........412
▫ Acceleration ........................ .412
▫ Traction ........................... .413
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............413
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................414
 POWER STEERING — 6.4L ENGINE .........415
POWER STEERING — 6.2L SUPERCHARGED
ENGINE ............................ .416
 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY — IF EQUIPPED .417
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .418
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ........418
▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ......419
 BRAKE SYSTEM ...................... .421
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .421
▫ Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) . . . .422
▫ Brake System Warning Light ..............422
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............422
▫ Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light ............424
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............424
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▫Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................425
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............428
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........428
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..........434
▫ Ready Alert Braking (RAB) ...............435
▫ Rainy Brake Support (RBS) ...............435
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............436
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .436
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........439
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........441
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........442
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ........447
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... .447▫
Tire Inflation Pressures .................448
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .450
▫ All Season Tires — If Equipped ............451
▫ Summer Or Three Season Tires —
If Equipped ......................... .451
▫ Snow Tires ......................... .452
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... .452
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ..................453
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ .454
▫ Replacement Tires .....................454
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .......456
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .....456
▫ Tire Rotation — Same Tire Size On Front And
Rear Axle .......................... .457
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake
fully when parked to guard against vehicle move-
ment and possible injury or damage.
• When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the
keyless ignition node is in “OFF” mode, remove
the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in
a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
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reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission gear selector.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition (of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go) in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
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Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in NEU-
TRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting vehicle.
This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlocking igni-
tion system. It will not start unless the clutch pedal is
pressed to the floor.
Normal Starting With Integrated Key — Manual
Transmission
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does
not require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Press the clutch pedal fully to the floor, and cycle the
ignition switch to the START position and release when
the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 15
seconds, place the ignition in the OFF position, wait 10 to
15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic con-
verter and once the engine has started, ignite and
damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has
a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to
obtain a start from another vehicle. This type of start
can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow the
procedure carefully. Refer to “Jump-Starting” in
“What To Do In Emergencies” for further informa-
tion.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear.
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CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL
into any forward gear when the engine is above
idle speed.
• Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
• Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle
has come to a complete stop and the engine is at
idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal.
Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start)
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal. Do not
press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated
Key to briefly place the ignition in the START position
and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter
motor will continue to run, and it will disengage auto-
matically when the engine is running. If the engine fails
to start, the starter will disengage automatically in 10
seconds. If this occurs, place the ignition in the LOCK/
OFF position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the
“Normal Starting” procedure.
Keyless Enter-N-Go
This feature allows the driver to oper-
ate the ignition switch with the push
of a button, as long as the ENGINE
START/STOP button is installed and
the Remote Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go
Key Fob is in the passenger compart-
ment.
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Normal Starting
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button —
Automatic Transmission Only
1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing theENGINE START/STOP button once.
3. The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will
disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, push the button again.
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine
is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button —
Manual Transmission Only
1. Press and hold the clutch pedal while pushing and holding the ENGINE START/STOP button.
2. Release the button when the engine starts. If the vehicle fails to start within 15 seconds, release the
button, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal
Starting” procedure.
3. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, release the button.
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine
is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
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