2020 DODGE CHALLENGER instrument cluster

58GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
TRUNK
OPENING
The trunk can be opened from inside the vehicle
using the power trunk button located on the
instrument panel to the left of the steering
wheel.
The trunk lid can be released from outside the
vehicle by pushing the trunk button on the key
fob twice within five seconds or by using the
external release switch located on the
underside of the decklid overhang. The release
feature will function only when the vehicle is in
the unlock condition.
With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the
trunk open symbol will display in the instrument
cluster indicating that the trunk is open. The
odometer display will reappear once the trunk is
closed. With the ignition in the OFF position, the trunk
open symbol will display until the trunk is
closed.
NOTE:
Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” in
”Doors” in this chapter for further information
on trunk operation with the Passive Entry
feature.
Opening From Inside The Vehicle
Interior Power Trunk Release
The trunk can be opened from inside
the vehicle using the power trunk
release button located on the
instrument panel to the left of the
steering wheel.
NOTE:
The automatic transmission must be in PARK
before the button will operate. For manual
transmissions, the vehicle must be in NEUTRAL.
Opening From Outside The Vehicle
To Unlock/Open The Trunk
The trunk may be unlocked/opened using
either of the following methods:
Key Fob Trunk Release Button
Passive Entry Button Key Fob Trunk Release Button
Push the power trunk button on the
key fob twice within five seconds to
release the trunk.
Passive Entry Button
Push the trunk passive entry button which is
located on the back of the trunk lid. With a valid
Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
trunk, push the passive entry button to open the
trunk.

Trunk Passive Entry Button

CLOSING
With one or more hands placed on the outside
trunk surface push the trunk lid down until you
hear the trunk lock latch into place.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the
hood to close it. Lower hood to approximately
12 inches (30 cm) and drop the hood to
close. Make sure hood is fully closed for both
latches. Never drive vehicle unless hood is
fully closed, with both latches engaged.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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Instrument Cluster For 6.4L Engine
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS

1. Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions
per minute (RPM x 1000).
2. Instrument Cluster Display
When the appropriate conditions exist,
this display shows the instrument cluster
display messages. Refer to “Instrument
Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know
Your Instrument Panel” for further
information.
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine
coolant temperature. Any reading within
the normal range indicates that the
engine cooling system is operating satis -
factorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a
higher temperature when driving in hot
weather, up mountain grades, or when
towing a trailer. It should not be allowed
to exceed the upper limits of the normal
operating range. 5. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the
fuel tank when the Keyless Push Button
Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump symbol points
to the side of the vehicle where
the fuel door is located.
Refer to “Refueling The Vehicle” in “Starting
And Operating” for further information.
NOTE:
The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check
when the ignition is first cycled.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous.
You or others could be badly burned by steam
or boiling coolant. You may want to call an
authorized dealer for service if your vehicle
overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, see “Servicing And
Maintenance.” Follow the warnings under the
Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system
could damage your vehicle. If the
temperature gauge reads “H,” pull over and
stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops
back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the “H,” turn the engine off
immediately and call an authorized dealer for
service.

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SRT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster For 6.2L Supercharged Engine
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Instrument Cluster For 6.2L Supercharged High Output Engine

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SRT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
D
ESCRIPTIONS

1. Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions
per minute (RPM x 1000).
2. Instrument Cluster Display
When the appropriate conditions exist,
this display shows the instrument cluster
display messages. Refer to “Instrument
Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your
Instrument Panel” for further informa -
tion.
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine
coolant temperature. Any reading within
the normal range indicates that the
engine cooling system is operating satis -
factorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a
higher temperature when driving in hot
weather, up mountain grades, or when
towing a trailer. It should not be allowed
to exceed the upper limits of the normal
operating range. 5. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the
fuel tank when the Keyless Push Button
Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump symbol points
to the side of the vehicle where
the fuel door is located.
Refer to “Refueling The Vehicle” in “Starting
And Operating” for further information.
NOTE:
The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check
when the ignition is first cycled.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle will be equipped with an
instrument cluster display, which offers useful
information to the driver. With the ignition in the
OFF mode, opening/closing of a door will
activate the display for viewing, and display the
total miles, or kilometers, in the odometer. Your
instrument cluster display is designed to display
important information about your vehicle’s
systems and features.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous.
You or others could be badly burned by steam
or boiling coolant. You may want to call an
authorized dealer for service if your vehicle
overheats.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system
could damage your vehicle. If the
temperature gauge reads greater than 230°F
(110°C) pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle
the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off
until the pointer drops back into the normal
range. If the pointer remains above 230°F
(110°C), turn the engine off immediately and
call an authorized dealer for service.
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74GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Using a driver interactive display located on the
instrument panel, your instrument cluster
display can show you how systems are working
and give you warnings when they are not. The
steering wheel mounted controls allow you to
scroll through the main menus and submenus.
You can access the specific information you
want and make selections and adjustments.
LOCATION AND CONTROLS
The instrument cluster display features an
interactive display which is located in the
instrument cluster.

SRT Instrument Cluster Display Instrument Cluster Display

This system conveniently allows the driver to
select a variety of useful information by pushing
the arrow buttons located on the left side of the
steering wheel. The instrument cluster display
menu items consist of the following:
Speedometer
Vehicle Info
Performance
Driver Assist — If Equipped
Fuel Economy
Trip Info
Audio
Messages
Screen Setup
Diagnostics — If Equipped
Speed Warning — If Equipped The system allows the driver to select
information by pushing the following buttons
mounted on the steering wheel:

Instrument Cluster Display Controls

Up And Down Arrow Buttons:
Using the up or down arrow button allows
you to cycle through the Main Menu Items.
Changes the Main Screen area and Menu Title
area.
Left And Right Arrow Buttons:
Using the left or right arrow button allows
you to cycle through the submenu items of the
Main menu item.

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