2018 DODGE CHARGER ignition

INSTRUMENT PANEL
Instrument Panel
1 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls7 — Ignition
2 — Paddle Shifters 8 — Switch Panel
3 — Multifunction Lever (Behind Steering Wheel) 9 — Uconnect System
4 — Headlight Switch (Behind Steering Wheel) 10 — Climate Controls
5 — Instrument Cluster 11 — Front Power Outlet
6 — Speed Controls 10 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CONTENTS
KEYS .................................17
▫ KeyFob..............................17
 IGNITION SWITCH .......................25
▫ Keyless Push Button Ignition ...............25
▫ Vehicle On Message .....................27
 REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .............28
▫ How To Use Remote Start — If Equipped ......28
▫ Remote Start Abort Message On The Instrument
Cluster Display — If Equipped ..............29
▫ To Enter Remote Start Mode ................29
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle ...............................30
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ...............................30
▫ Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped . . .31 ▫
General Information .....................31
 SENTRY KEY ...........................31
▫ Customer Key Programming ...............32
▫ Replacement Keys .......................32
▫ General Information .....................33
 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .33
▫ To Arm The System .....................33
▫ To Disarm The System ....................34
▫ Rearming Of The System ..................35
▫ Tamper Alert ...........................35
 DOORS ...............................35
▫ Manual Door Locks ......................35
▫ Power Door Locks ......................36
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry .........373

▫Ignition Off Operation ....................96
▫ Relearn Procedure .......................97
 HOOD ................................97
▫ To Open The Hood ......................97
▫ To Close The Hood ......................98
 TRUNK ...............................98
▫ Opening .............................98
▫ Closing ............................ .100
▫ Trunk Safety ..........................100
▫ Cargo Area Features ....................101 
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . . .102
▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink .....102
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .......105
▫ Using HomeLink .......................107
▫ Security ............................. .107
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ....................107
▫ General Information .....................108
 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ..................109
▫ Storage ............................. .109
▫ Cupholders ...........................111
▫ Electrical Power Outlets ..................112
▫ Sunglasses Bin Door ....................115
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KEYS
Key Fob
Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. The ignition
system consists of a key fob with Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) and a START/STOP push button ignition system.
The Remote Keyless Entry system consists of a key fob and
Keyless Enter-N-Go feature if equipped.
NOTE:The key fob may not be found if it is located next to
a mobile phone, laptop or other electronic device; these
devices may block the key fob’s wireless signal.
The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the doors and
trunk from distances up to approximately 66 feet (20 m)
using a handheld key fob. The key fob does not need to be
pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
NOTE: In the ON/RUN position, key fob commands are
disabled if the vehicle is at or above 5 MPH. The key fob also contains an emergency key, which is
stored in the rear of the key fob.
Key Fob
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The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should
the battery in the vehicle or the key fob go dead. The
emergency key is also for locking/unlocking the glove
compartment. You can keep the emergency key with you
when valet parking.
To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical release
button on the back of the key fob sideways with your
thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a backup method can be used to
operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side of the key fob
(side opposite of the Emergency Key) against the ENGINE
START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition
switch.
Emergency KeyEmergency Key Removal Process
1 — Mechanical Release Button
2 — Emergency Key
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NOTE:
•The interior lights will turn off if you place the ignition
in the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic Alarm
is activated. However, the exterior lights and horn will
remain on.
• You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the
vehicle when using the key fob to turn off the Panic
Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the
system.
Key Fob Battery Replacement
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.
NOTE:
•Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for fur-
ther information.
• Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board. 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical
latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your
thumb and then pull the emergency key out with your
other hand.
Emergency Key Removal
1 — Emergency Key Release Button
2 — Emergency Key
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3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over(battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a
solid surface such as a table or similar surface, and then
replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match
the + sign on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the
battery clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching
the new battery with your fingers because skin oils may
cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean
it with rubbing alcohol.
4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves together.
Programming Additional Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an autho-
rized dealer.
NOTE: Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be repurposed and reprogrammed to another ve-
hicle.
Request For Additional Remote Controls
NOTE: Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle
electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
programmed to any other vehicle.
WARNING!
• Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in
the OFF mode.
Key Fob Battery Replacement
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Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer. This procedure consists of programming a blank
key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob is one
that has never been programmed.
NOTE:When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System
serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized
dealer.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
IGNITION SWITCH
Keyless Push Button Ignition
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition with
the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the
passenger compartment.
The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating
positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate
when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and
ON/RUN. The fourth position is START. During start,
ON/RUN will illuminate.
NOTE: If the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to
operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side (side opposite
of the emergency key) of the key fob against the ENGINE
START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition
switch.
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