2020 DODGE CHALLENGER jump start

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PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ............. 186
REFUELING THE VEHICLE ................................. 188 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ................. 188
VEHICLE LOADING .......................................... 189
Vehicle Certification Label .......................189
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ......189Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ........... 189Overloading ................................................189
Loading ....................................................190
TRAILER TOWING ............................................. 190
Common Towing Definitions .....................190Trailer Hitch Classification ........................ 191Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings) ............................192 Trailer And Tongue Weight .......................193
Towing Requirements ................................193Towing Tips ................................................196
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) .......................... 197
DRIVING TIPS ..................................................... 197
Driving On Slippery Surfaces.....................197Driving Through Water .............................. 197
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ..................... 199
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED.... 199
General Information ..................................203 BULB REPLACEMENT ........................................ 204
Replacement Bulbs ................................... 204
Replacing Exterior Bulbs ........................... 206
FUSES ..................................................................207
General Information .................................. 208Underhood Fuses ...................................... 208
Rear Interior Fuses .................................... 211
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ........................216
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage .......... 216Preparations For Jacking........................... 217
Jacking And Changing A Tire .................... 217
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ................... 220
Tire Service Kit Storage ............................. 220Tire Service Kit Components And
Operation.................................................... 221 Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions .......... 221Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .......... 223
JUMP STARTING ................................................. 226
Preparations For Jump Start ..................... 227Jump Starting Procedure .......................... 227
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .......................... 229
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 – SPEED
TRANSMISSION ................................................. 229
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ..............................231
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ........................232 Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models .............. 233 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) ................................................................ 233
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ....................... 233
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................. 234
3.6L And 5.7L Engines ............................. 234
6.2L Supercharged And 6.4L Engines ..... 239
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................. 246
3.6L Engine ............................................... 246
5.7L Engine ............................................... 247
6.2L Supercharged Engine ...................... 248
6.4L Engine ............................................... 249
Checking Oil Level — 3.6L And 5.7L
Engine ........................................................ 250 Checking Oil Level — 6.2L Supercharged
Engine And 6.4L Engine ........................... 250 Adding Washer Fluid ................................. 250Maintenance-Free Battery ....................... 251Pressure Washing...................................... 251

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152STARTING AND OPERATING
(Continued)
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START
If the engine fails to start after you have
followed the “Normal Starting” or “Cold
Weather Operation” procedure, it may be
flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way
to the floor and hold it there. Crank the engine
for no more than 15 seconds. This should clear
any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded.
Leave the ignition key in the RUN position,
release the accelerator pedal and repeat the
“Normal Starting” procedure.
AFTER STARTING
The idle speed is controlled automatically, and
it will decrease as the engine warms up.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and
permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect
the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC
electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire
extension cord. The engine block heater must be plugged in at
least one hour to have an adequate warming
effect on the engine.
The engine block heater cord is routed under
the hood on the driver side of the vehicle. It has
a removable cap that is located near the air box.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
3.6L & 5.7L
A long break-in period is not required for the
drivetrain (engine, transmission, clutch, and
rear axle) in your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles
(500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km),
speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are
desirable.
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid
into the throttle body air inlet opening in an
attempt to start the vehicle. This could
result in flash fire causing serious personal
injury.
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle
to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an
automatic transmission cannot be started
this way. Unburned fuel could enter the
catalytic converter 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 a booster battery or the battery in
another vehicle. This type of start can be
dangerous if done improperly. Refer to
“Jump Starting Procedure” in “In Case Of
Emergency” for further information.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not
continuously crank the engine for more than
25 seconds at a time. Wait 60 seconds
before trying again.
WARNING!
(Continued)
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block
heater cord before driving. Damage to the
110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause
electrocution.

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226IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
5. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the
instrument panel after the tire has been
repaired.
6. Replace the Sealant Bottle (4) and Sealant Hose (3) assembly at an authorized dealer
as soon as possible. Refer to “(F) Sealant
Bottle And Hose Replacement”.
NOTE:
When having the tire serviced, advise the autho -
rized dealer or service center that the tire has
been sealed using the Tire Service Kit.
(F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement:

1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (3) (clear in color).

2. Locate the red colored round Sealant Bottle release button at the lower right hand
corner of the kit.
3. Push and hold the Sealant Bottle release button, then pull out the bottle holding the
button.
4. Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire Service Kit housing. 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (4) in the
housing so that the Sealant Hose (3) aligns
with the hose slot in the front of the
housing. Push and hold the Sealant Bottle
release button, then push the bottle into the
housing by holding the button. An audible
click will be heard indicating the bottle is
locked into place. Release the button.
6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (3) and
return the hose to its storage area (located
on top of the housing).
7. Return the Tire Service Kit to its storage location in the vehicle.
JUMP STARTING
If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can
be jump started using a set of jumper cables
and a battery in another vehicle, or by using a
portable battery booster pack. Jump starting
can be dangerous if done improperly, so please
follow the procedures in this section carefully. NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack,
follow the manufacturer's operating instruc
-
tions and precautions.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is
frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause
personal injury.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or
any other booster source with a system
voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to
the battery, starter motor, alternator or
electrical system may occur.

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY227
PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP START
The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery posts are located on
the right side of the engine compartment for
jump starting.

Jump Starting Locations
1. Apply the parking brake, shift into PARK
(automatic transmission) or FIRST gear
(manual transmission) and cycle the
ignition to OFF.

2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all electrical accessories. 3. If using another vehicle to jump start the
battery, park the vehicle within the jumper
cables reach, set the parking brake and
make sure the ignition is OFF.
JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE
Remote Positive (+) Post
Remote Negative (-) Post
WARNING!
Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan
whenever the hood is raised. It can start
anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can
be injured by moving fan blades.
Remove any metal jewelry such as rings,
watch bands and bracelets that could
make an inadvertent electrical contact. You
could be seriously injured.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can
burn your skin or eyes and generate
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Keep open flames or sparks
away from the battery.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as
this could establish a ground connection and
personal injury could result.
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump starting procedure
could result in personal injury or property
damage due to battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could
result in damage to the charging system of
the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
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228IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Connecting The Jumper Cables

1. Connect the positive
(+) end of the jumper
cable to the remote positive (+)
post of the
vehicle with the discharged battery.

2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)
jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the
booster battery.
3. Connect the negative (-) end of the jumper
cable to the negative (-) post of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)
jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post
(exposed metallic/unpainted post of the
discharge vehicle) located directly behind
the under-hood fuse box. 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the
booster battery, let the engine idle a few
minutes, and then start the engine in the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence.
Disconnecting The Jumper Cables

1. Disconnect the negative
(-) end of the
jumper cable from the remote negative (-)

post of the vehicle with the discharged
battery.

2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable from the negative (-) post of
the booster battery. 3. Disconnect the positive
(+) end of the
jumper cable from the positive (+) post of
the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the remote positive
(+) post of the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
If frequent jump starting is required to start your
vehicle you should have the battery and
charging system inspected at an authorized
dealer.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the
negative (-) post of the discharged battery.
The resulting electrical spark could cause the
battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
CAUTION!
Do not run the booster vehicle engine above
2,000 rpm since it provides no charging
benefit, wastes fuel, and can damage booster
vehicle engine.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power
outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular devices,
etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough
without engine operation, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade
battery life and/or prevent the engine from
starting.

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE251
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MAINTENANCE-FREE BATTERY
The vehicle is equipped with a
maintenance-free battery. You will never have
to add water, nor is periodic maintenance
required.
NOTE:
The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located
in the engine compartment for jump starting.
Refer to “Jump Starting Procedure” in “In Case
Of Emergency” for further information.
PRESSURE WASHING
WARNING!
Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and
can burn or even blind you. Do not allow
battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or
clothing. Do not lean over a battery when
attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes
or on skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water. Refer to “Jump
Starting Procedure” in “In Case Of Emer
-
gency” for further information.
Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
Keep flame or sparks away from the
battery. Do not use a booster battery or any
other booster source with an output greater
than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to
touch each other.
Battery posts, terminals, and related acces -
sories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose
that should not be disconnected and
should only be replaced with a battery of
the same type (vented).
CAUTION!
It is essential when replacing the cables on
the battery that the positive cable is
attached to the positive post and the nega -
tive cable is attached to the negative post.
Battery posts are marked positive (+) and
negative (-) and are identified on the battery
case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
WARNING! (Continued)
If a “fast charger” is used while the battery
is in the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle
battery cables before connecting the
charger to the battery. Do not use a “fast
charger” to provide starting voltage.
CAUTION!
Cleaning the engine compartment with a high
pressure washer is not recommended.
Precautions have been taken to safeguard all
parts and connections however, the
pressures generated by these machines is
such that complete protection against water
ingress cannot be guaranteed.
CAUTION! (Continued)
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382 Drain, Flush, And Refill
.............................. 263Inspection................................................. 265Points To Remember................................. 265Pressure Cap............................................. 264Radiator Cap............................................. 264Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)......263, 297, 298, 299, 302Corrosion Protection...................................... 287Cruise Control (Speed Control)............ 166, 169Cruise Light.............................................. 89, 90Customer Assistance..................................... 376Customer Programmable Features................306Cybersecurity................................................. 305
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Daytime Running Lights................................... 41Dealer Service............................................... 252Deck LidPower Release............................................ 58Defroster, Windshield.................................... 146Delay (Intermittent) Wipers.............................. 45Diagnostic System, Onboard........................... 91Dimmer SwitchHeadlight..................................................... 41DipsticksOil (Engine)................................................ 250Disabled Vehicle Towing................................ 232
DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)...................... 265Disturb.......................................................... 365Do Not Disturb.............................................. 373Door Ajar.......................................................... 86Door Ajar Light................................................. 86Door LocksAutomatic.................................................... 28Door Opener, Garage....................................... 59Doors............................................................... 24Driver’s Seat Back Tilt...................................... 29DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
.................................... 197
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Electric Brake Control System.......................... 94Anti-Lock Brake System............................... 93Electronic Roll Mitigation....................95, 100Electric Remote Mirrors................................... 39Electrical Power Outlets................................... 65Electronic Power Distribution Center
(Fuses).......................................................... 208Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)..... 167Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..................... 95Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light......... 85
Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck..................... 231Jacking............................................. 216, 269Jump Starting.................................. 226, 227Towing...................................................... 232Emission Control System Maintenance............92Engine............................... 246, 247, 248, 249Air Cleaner................................................ 255Block Heater............................................. 152Break-In Recommendations............ 152, 153Checking Oil Level.................................... 250Compartment......................... 246, 247, 249Compartment Identification............. 246, 248Coolant (Antifreeze)................ 262, 299, 302Cooling...................................................... 262Exhaust Gas Caution....................... 145, 296Fails To Start............................................. 152Flooded, Starting...................................... 152Fuel Requirements................................... 293Jump Starting.................................. 226, 227Oil........................ 252, 297, 298, 299, 302Oil Filler Cap.................................... 246, 254Oil Filter.................................................... 255Oil Selection............................ 252, 297, 298Oil Synthetic.............................................. 254Overheating.............................................. 229Starting............................................ 148, 149

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Ignition
............................................................ 17Switch......................................................... 17In Vehicle Help Vehicle User Guide...................................... 11Information Center, Vehicle............................. 74Inside Rearview Mirror............................ 38, 199Instrument ClusterDescriptions.................................. 68, 71, 89Display................................................. 73, 76Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning.................... 290Interior Appearance Care............................... 289Interior Lights.................................................. 43Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers).................. 45Introduction....................................................... 8iPod/USB/MP3 Control....................... 349, 368Bluetooth Streaming Audio....................... 368
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Jack Location................................................. 216Jack Operation..................................... 217, 269Jacking Instructions....................................... 217Jump Starting...................................... 226, 227
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Key FobArm The System
.......................................... 23Panic Alarm................................................. 14Programming Additional Key Fobs....... 16, 22Unlatch The Trunk....................................... 14
Key Fob Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................................... 14Key Fob Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................................... 16Key-In Reminder.............................................. 18Keyless Enter-N-Go.......................................... 25Enter The Trunk........................................... 14Keys................................................................. 12Replacement........................................ 16, 22
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Lane Change And Turn Signals........................ 43Lane Change Assist......................................... 43Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 115Latches......................................................... 147Hood............................................................ 57Lead Free Gasoline....................................... 293Leaks, Fluid.................................................. 147Life Of Tires................................................... 279Light Bulbs........................................... 147, 204Lights............................................................ 147Air Bag...................................... 83, 121, 146Automatic Headlights.................................. 42Brake Assist Warning.................................. 98Brake Warning....................................83, 291Bulb Replacement.................................... 204Courtesy/Reading....................................... 43Cruise................................................... 89, 90Daytime Running......................................... 41Dimmer Switch, Headlight........................... 41
Electronic Stability Program(ESP)Indicator..................................................84Exterior.............................................. 40, 147Fog...............................................................43Headlight Switch..........................................40Headlights............................................ 40, 42Headlights On With Wipers..........................42High Beam...................................................41High Beam/Low Beam Select......................41Instrument Cluster.......................................40Intensity Control..........................................44Interior.........................................................43License..................................................... 207Lights On Reminder.....................................42Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)..........86Map.............................................................43Park......................................................42, 89Passing........................................................42Reading.......................................................43Seat Belt Reminder.....................................83Security Alarm.............................................84Service...................................................... 204Traction Control...........................................98Turn Signals......................... 41, 43, 89, 147Vanity Mirror................................................40Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions................................... 84, 89Load Shed Battery Saver On............................81Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction..............81Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor...............81

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