2019 DODGE CHALLENGER change key battery

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 fully
depleted battery. A low key fob battery can be verified by
referring to the instrument cluster, which will display
directions to follow.
Emergency KeyEmergency Key Removal Process
1 — Mechanical Release Button
2 — Emergency Key
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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. The push button ignition can be placed in the following
modes:
OFF
•
The engine is stopped.
• Some electrical devices (e.g. central locking, alarm, etc.)
are still available.
START/STOP Ignition Button
1—OFF
2 — ACC
3 — ON/RUN
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•Front wiper
• Headlamp washer pump
NOTE: After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition
to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the key
from the ignition switch to avoid draining the battery.
Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine
compartment and on the ground near the engine compart-
ment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting
the engine. If there are no fuel leaks or damage to the
vehicle electrical devices (e.g. headlights) after an accident,
reset the system by following the procedure described
below. If you have any doubt, contact an authorized dealer.
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset
Procedure
In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System
functions after an event, the ignition switch must be
changed from ignition START or ON/RUN to ignition OFF.
Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine
compartment and on the ground near the engine compart-
ment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting
the engine.
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
WARNING!
• Modifications to any part of the air bag system could
cause it to fail when you need it. You could be
injured if the air bag system is not there to protect
you. Do not modify the components or wiring, in-
cluding adding any kind of badges or stickers to the
steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper passenger
side of the instrument panel. Do not modify the front
bumper, vehicle body structure, or add aftermarket
side steps or running boards.
• It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air bag
system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who works on
your vehicle that it has an air bag system.
• Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag
system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may
not function properly if modifications are made.
Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air
bag system service. If your seat, including your trim
cover and cushion, needs to be serviced in any way
(including removal or loosening/tightening of seat
attachment bolts), take the vehicle to an authorized
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SAFETY 179

Anti-Lock Warning Light.....................122
Apple CarPlay ........................... .501
Arming System Security Alarm ...........................33
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .136
Audio Systems (Radio) ...................... .419
Auto Down Power Windows ...................80
Automatic Door Locks ........................41
Automatic Headlights ........................61
Automatic High Beams .......................61
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............76
Automatic Transmission ..................... .224
Adding Fluid .....................372, 413, 415
Fluid And Filter Change ...................372
Fluid Change .......................... .372
Fluid Level Check .....................371, 372
Fluid Type ...................... .371, 413, 415
Special Additives ........................ .372
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .....41, 228
AutoPark ................................211
Autostick Operation ............................. .229
AW D Towing ............................... .333
Axle Fluid ........................... .413, 415Axle Lubrication
....................... .413, 415
Back-Up ................................ .261
Battery ...............................117,349
Charging System Light .....................117
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................22
Location .............................. .349
Belts, Seat ............................... .202
Blind Spot Monitoring ...................... .139
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................360
B-Pillar Location .......................... .379
Brake Assist System ........................ .131
Brake Control System ....................... .131
Brake Fluid ....................... .369, 413, 415
Brake System ......................... .369, 404
Fluid Check ..................... .369,
413, 415
Master Cylinder ........................ .369
Parking .............................. .215
Warning Light .......................115,404
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................223
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..........214
Brightness, Interior Lights .....................65
Bulb Replacement ......................... .286
Bulbs, Light .......................... .204, 286
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HomeLink (Garage Door Opener)................87
Hood Prop ................................83
Hood Release ..............................83
Ignition ..................................26
Switch .................................26
Information Center, Vehicle ...................105
Inside Rearview Mirror ....................57, 281
Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........................ .102, 123
Display ........................... .105, 108
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................400
Interior Appearance Care .....................399
Interior Lights ..............................64
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ...............67
Introduction ................................4
In Vehicle Help Vehicle User Guide ........................17
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ..................... .483
Bluetooth Streaming Audio .................483
Jacking Instructions ........................ .303
Jack Location ............................ .301
Jack Operation ........................ .303, 373Jump Starting
..................... .324, 325, 326
Key Fob Arm The System ..........................34
Panic Alarm .............................21
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........25, 33
Unlatch The Trunk ........................21
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....22
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......25
Key-In Reminder ............................28
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..........................37
Enter The Trunk ..........................21
Keys ....................................18
Replacement ......................... .25, 33
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................63
Lane Change Assist ..........................63
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ .159
Latches ................................. .204
Hood ..................................83
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .406
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .204
Life Of Tires ............................. .387
Light

Bulbs .......................... .204, 286
Lights .................................. .204
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