2018 DODGE CHALLENGER maintenance

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Information

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CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following
precautions:
1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface.
2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
wiping from center to edge.
3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratching the disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, or anti-static sprays.
5. Store the disc in its case after playing.
6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high.
NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular
disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coating
removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc), oversized, or
have protection encoding. Try a known good disc before
considering disc player service.
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MULTIMEDIA 489

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have the
right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work
to be performed may not be covered by the warranty.
Discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep
a maintenance log of your vehicle’s service history. This
can often provide a clue to the current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the
specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident or
work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the
service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items and you must have your
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with the
service advisor and list the items in order of priority. At
many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle
at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it is
advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an
appointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally
interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy
with our products and services.
Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. We
strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an autho-
rized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and are most
concerned that you get prompt and high quality service.
The manufacturer’s authorized dealer have the facilities,
factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest
information to ensure the vehicle is fixed correctly and in a
timely manner.
This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer
service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with
this process.
•If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the
general manager or owner of the authorized dealer.
They want to know if you need assistance.
• If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the concern,
you may contact the manufacturer’s customer center.
492 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS
To order the following manuals, you may use either the
website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Master-
card, American Express, and Discover orders are accepted.
Service Manuals
These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor-
mation that students and professional technicians need in
diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain-
ing, servicing, and repairing FCA US LLC vehicles. A
complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system,
and/or components is written in straightforward language
with illustrations, diagrams, and charts.
Diagnostic Procedure Manuals
Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams,
charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals
make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix
problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and fea-
tures. They show exactly how to find and correct problems
the first time, using step-by-step troubleshooting and driv-
ability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete
list of all tools and equipment.Owner’s Manuals
These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the
assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles. Included are
starting, operating, emergency and maintenance proce-
dures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips.
Call toll free at:
•
1-800-890-4038 (U.S.)
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Or
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496 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

About Your Brakes..................... .202, 389
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . .222
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............350
Adding Washing Fluid ...................... .333
Additives, Fuel ........................... .393
Adjust Forward ............................ .40, 41
Rearward ........................... .40, 41
AirBag ................................ .160
Advance Front Air Bag ....................160
Air Bag Operation ....................... .162
Air Bag Warning Light .....................158
Enhanced Accident Response .............168, 315
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................315
FrontAirBag .......................... .160
If Deployment Occurs .....................167
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .162
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............169
Maintenance ........................... .169
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............159
Side Air Bags .......................... .163
Transporting Pets ....................... .187
Air Bag Light ...................... .108, 158, 188
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......339
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................340 Air Conditioner Refrigerant
................340, 341
Air Conditioner System ..................... .340
Air Conditioning ............................64
Air Conditioning Filter ....................72, 341
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................71
Air Conditioning System ......................64
Air Filter ............................... .339
Air Pressure Tires................................. .369
Alarm Arm The System ...................... .31, 32
Panic ..................................19
Rearm The System ........................32
Security Alarm ....................... .31, 110
Alarm

System
Security Alarm ...........................31
All Wheel Drive Towing ............................... .314
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ..................... .357
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................6
Android Auto ............................ .485
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................350, 396
Disposal .............................. .352
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................122
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................115
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Caps, FillerFuel ................................. .250
Oil (Engine) ........................ .329, 337
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................351
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................188, 396
Cargo Vehicle Loading ......................... .251
Car Washes .............................. .383
Cellular Phone ........................... .469
Certification Label ......................... .251
Chains, Tire ............................. .379
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .358
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .360
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ....119
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............187
Checks, Safety ............................ .187
Child Restraint ........................... .171
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .175
Child Seat Installation .....................184
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........181
Infant And Child Restraints .................173
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......177
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........174
Seating Positions ........................ .176Clean Air Gasoline
........................ .393
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .378
Climate Control ............................64
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .199
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................489
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .376
Contract, Service .......................... .494
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............351
Cooling System ........................... .349
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................350
Coolant Level ....................... .349, 352
Cooling Capacity ........................ .396
Disposal
Of Used Coolant ..................352
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................349
Inspection ............................. .352
Points To Remember ..................... .352
Pressure Cap ........................... .351
Radiator Cap .......................... .351
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......350, 396, 398
Corrosion Protection ....................... .382
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ..............219, 222
Cruise Light ..............................117
Customer Assistance ....................... .492
Customer Programmable Features ...............405
500 INDEX

Cybersecurity............................ .404
Daytime Running Lights ......................55
Dealer Service ............................ .334
Deck Lid Power Release ...........................79
Defroster, Windshield ....................... .189
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ....................61
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................118
Dimmer Switch Headlight ...............................55
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................... .332
Disable Vehicle Towing ..................... .313
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................352
Disturb ................................. .484
Door Ajar ................................112
Door Ajar Light ............................112
Door Locks Automatic ..............................39
Door Opener, Garage .........................82
Doors ....................................32
Drag And Drop Menu ...................... .403
Drive Modes ............................. .458Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt
........................39
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .264
Electrical Power Outlets .......................91
Electric Brake Control System ..................123
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................122
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...............124, 131
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................52
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .......280
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......220, 222
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............125
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........111
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................311
Jacking ........................... .290, 358
Jump Starting ....................305, 306, 307
Towing ............................... .313
Emission Control System Maintenance ............119
Engine .......................... .329, 330, 331
Air Cleaner ............................ .339
Block

Heater ........................... .199
Break-In Recommendations .................200
Checking Oil Level ...................... .332
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INDEX 501

Courtesy/Reading.........................58
Cruise ................................117
Daytime Running .........................55
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................54, 55
Engine Temperature Warning ................110
Exterior .............................. .191
Fog ...................................57
Headlights .......................... .54, 57
Headlights On With Wipers ..................56
Headlight Switch .........................54
High Beam ..............................55
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................55
Instrument Cluster ........................54
Intensity Control ..........................59
Interior ................................58
License ............................... .278
Lights On Reminder .......................57
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........112
Map ..................................58
Park .............................. .56, 116
Passing ................................55
Reading ................................58
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .108
Security Alarm ..........................110
Service ............................... .275Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)
..........114,141
Traction Control ........................ .128
Turn Signals ....................54, 58, 117, 191
Vanity Mirror ............................53
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions ....110,117
Loading Vehicle ....................... .251, 252
Capacities ............................. .252
Tires................................. .364
Load Shed Battery Saver On ...................106
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction .............106
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor .............106
Locks Automatic Door ..........................39
Auto Unlock .............................38
Power Door .............................34
Low Tire Pressure System .....................141
Lubrication, Body ......................... .344
Lug Nuts ............................... .389
Maintenance Free Battery .....................333
Maintenance Schedule .............319,
320, 324, 326
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .....112,119
Manual Backward ...............................40
Forward ................................40
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INDEX 505

Refrigerant........................... .340, 341
Release, Hood ..............................78
Reminder, Lights On .........................57
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .149
Remote Keyless Entry Arm The Alarm ..........................31
Panic Alarm .............................19
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........22, 30
Unlatch The Trunk ........................19
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .....................28
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features . . .29, 418
Uconnect Settings ..................... .29, 418
Remote Trunk Release ........................79
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .275
Replacement Keys ....................... .22, 30
Replacement Tires ......................... .373
Reporting Safety Defects .....................495
Restraints, Child .......................... .171
Restraints, Head ......................... .46, 47
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ...................311
Rotation, Tires ............................ .380
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................188
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................190Safety Defects, Reporting
.....................495
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .188
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .358
Safety Tips .............................. .187
Schedule, Maintenance ................319, 320, 324
Seat Belt Reminder ........................ .108
Seat Belts ............................ .149, 188
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........156
Child Restraints ........................ .171
Energy Management Feature ................156
Extender .............................. .155
Front Seat ...................... .149, 150, 152
Inspection ............................. .188
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................152
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .150
Lap/Shoulder

Belt Untwisting ...............154
Operating Instructions .....................152
Pregnant Women ........................ .155
Pretensioners .......................... .156
Rear Seat ............................. .150
Reminder ............................. .149
Seat Belt Extender ....................... .155
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................156
Untwisting Procedure .....................154
Seat Belts Maintenance ...................... .385
508 INDEX