2020 DODGE CHALLENGER windshield wipers

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INTERIOR LIGHTS .................................................43 Map/Reading Lights ................................... 43
Ambient Light — If Equipped ....................... 44
Dimmer Controls ........................................ 44
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .............45
Wiper Operation ........................................... 45
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ............ 46
CLIMATE CONTROLS ...........................................47
Automatic Climate Control Overview ......... 47
Climate Control Functions ........................... 52
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ....... 52
Operating Tips ............................................. 53
WINDOWS ............................................................54
Power Window Controls............................... 54
Wind Buffeting ............................................ 55
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED.....................55
Opening Sunroof .......................................... 56
Closing Sunroof ............................................ 56
Wind Buffeting ............................................ 56
Sunshade Operation.................................... 56
Pinch Protect Feature .................................. 56
Sunroof Maintenance .................................. 57
Ignition Off Operation .................................. 57
HOOD ..................................................................57
To Open The Hood .................................... 57
To Close The Hood ....................................... 57
TRUNK ................................................................58
Opening ........................................................ 58
Closing .......................................................... 58
Trunk Safety ................................................. 59 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED ......... 59
Before You Begin Programming
HomeLink® .................................................. 59 Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..... 61
Using HomeLink®........................................ 62
Security......................................................... 62
Troubleshooting Tips ................................... 63
General Information .................................... 63
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ........................................ 64
Storage ......................................................... 64
Cupholders ................................................... 65
Illuminated Cupholders — If Equipped ....... 65
Electrical Power Outlets ............................ 65
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....................................... 68
Instrument Cluster Descriptions ................. 70
SRT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .............................. 71
SRT Instrument Cluster Descriptions ......... 73
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY....................... 73
Location And Controls ................................. 74
Engine Oil Life Reset ................................. 75
Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) —
If Equipped ................................................... 76 Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Menu Items .................................................. 76 Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode
Message — Electrical Load Reduction
Actions — If Equipped ............................... 81 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ..................82
Red Warning Lights ..................................... 83
Yellow Warning Lights ................................. 86
Yellow Indicator Lights ................................ 89
Green Indicator Lights ................................. 89
White Indicator Lights ................................. 90
Blue Indicator Lights ................................... 91
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM —
OBD II ..................................................................91
Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ................................. 91
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS ...............................92
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES ...............................................93
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 93
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ..... 94
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ........................ 100
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped ................................................. 100 Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Operation - If Equipped ............................. 105 Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ........................................................ 107

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE45
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The multifunction lever operates the windshield
wipers and washer when the ignition is placed
in the ACC or ON/RUN position. The
multifunction lever is located on the left side of
the steering column.

Windshield Wiper/Washer Control

WIPER OPERATION
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the
first detent, past the intermittent settings for
low-speed wiper operation, or to the second
detent past the intermittent settings for
high-speed wiper operation.
Intermittent Wiper System
Use the intermittent wiper when weather
conditions make a single wiping cycle with a
variable pause between cycles desirable.
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the
first detent position, and then turn the end of
the lever to select the desired delay interval. There are four delay settings, which allow you to
regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of
one cycle every second to a maximum of
approximately 36 seconds between cycles. The
delay intervals will double in duration when the
vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, push the multifunction lever
inward (toward the steering column) and hold it
for as long as washer spray is desired.
If you activate the washer while the windshield
wiper control is in the delay range, the wipers
will operate for two wipe cycles after releasing
the lever and then resume the intermittent
interval previously selected.
If you activate the washer while the windshield
wiper is turned off, the wipers will operate for
three wipe cycles and then turn off.
CAUTION!
Turn the windshield wipers off when driving
through an automatic car wash. Damage to
the windshield wipers may result if the
wiper control is left in any position other
than off.
In cold weather, always turn off the wiper
switch and allow the wipers to return to the
park position before turning off the engine.
If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers
freeze to the windshield, damage to the
wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is
restarted.
Always remove any buildup of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades from
returning to the off position. If the wind
-
shield wiper control is turned off and the
blades cannot return to the off position,
damage to the wiper motor may occur.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the
windshield could lead to a collision. You might
not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To
avoid sudden icing of the windshield during
freezing weather, warm the windshield with
the defroster before and during windshield
washer use.
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46GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Mist Feature
Rotate the end of the lever downward to the
MIST position to activate a single wipe cycle to
clear off road mist or spray from a passing
vehicle. The wipers will continue to operate until
you release the multifunction lever.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed
on the windshield. The wash function must be
used in order to spray the windshield with
washer fluid.
RAIN SENSING WIPERS — IF EQUIPPED
This feature senses rain or snowfall on the
windshield and automatically activates the
wipers for the driver. The feature is especially
useful for road splash or overspray from the
windshield washers of the vehicle ahead.
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one
of four settings to activate this feature. The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted
with the multifunction lever. Wiper delay
position 1 is the least sensitive, and wiper delay
position 4 is the most sensitive. Setting 3
should be used for normal rain conditions.
Settings 1 and 2 can be used if the driver
desires less wiper sensitivity. Setting 4 can be
used if the driver desires more sensitivity. Place
the wiper switch in the off position when not
using the system.
NOTE:
The Rain Sensing feature will not operate
when the wiper switch is in the low or
high-speed position.
The Rain Sensing feature may not function
properly when ice, or dried salt water is
present on the windshield.
Use of Rain-X or products containing wax or
silicone may reduce Rain Sensing perfor
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mance. The Rain Sensing system has protection
features for the wiper blades and arms, and will
not operate under the following conditions:
Low Ambient Temperature
— When the igni-
tion is first placed in the ON position, the Rain
Sensing system will not operate until the
wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is
greater than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside
temperature is greater than 32°F (0°C).
Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When
the ignition is ON, and the transmission is in
the NEUTRAL position, the Rain Sensing
system will not operate until the wiper switch
is moved, vehicle speed is greater than
3 mph (5 km/h), or the gear selector is
moved out of the NEUTRAL position.
NOTE:
Rain Sensing can be turned on and off using the
Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Multimedia” for further information.

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100SAFETY
7. Rotate the steering wheel back to center
and then an additional slightly more than
one-half turn to the right.
8. Place the ignition to the OFF mode and then back to ON. If the sequence was completed
properly, the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” will
blink several times to confirm HSA is
disabled.
9. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting.
Rain Brake Support (RBS)
Rain Brake Support (RBS) may improve braking
performance in wet conditions. It will
periodically apply a small amount of brake
pressure to remove any water buildup on the
front brake rotors. It functions when the
windshield wipers are in LO or HI speed. When
RBS is active, there is no notification to the
driver and no driver interaction is required.
Ready Alert Braking (RAB)
Ready Alert Braking (RAB) may reduce the time
required to reach full braking during emergency
braking situations. It anticipates when an
emergency braking situation may occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is released by
the driver. The Electronic Brake Controller (EBC)
will prepare the brake system for a panic stop.
Traction Control System (TCS)
The Traction Control System (TCS) monitors the
amount of wheel spin of each of the driven
wheels. If wheel spin is detected, the TCS may
apply brake pressure to the spinning wheel(s)
and/or reduce engine power to provide
enhanced acceleration and stability. A feature
of the TCS, Brake Limited Differential (BLD),
functions similar to a limited slip differential
and controls the wheel spin across a driven
axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning
faster than the other, the system will apply the
brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more
engine power to be applied to the wheel that is
not spinning. BLD may remain enabled even if
TCS and ESC are in reduced modes.
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS
BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BS M) — IF
E
QUIPPED
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses
two radar sensors, located inside the rear
bumper fascia, to detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles,
etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the
rear/front/side of the vehicle.

Rear Detection Zones

When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning
light will momentarily illuminate in both outside
rearview mirrors to let the driver know that the
system is operational.
Automatic Transmission Vehicles
The BSM system sensors operate when the
vehicle is in any forward gear or REVERSE.

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258SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
A/C Air Filter
The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under
the hood, behind a removable panel in the cowl
on the passenger side of the vehicle, next to the
windshield wipers. When installing a new filter,
ensure its proper orientation.

1. Remove the access door in the cowl screen
by pressing the retaining clips.

Access Door

2. Unsnap both ends and lift the filter access cover.
Filter Access Cover

3. Remove the used filter.
4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the direction of airflow, which is toward the
rear of the vehicle (text and arrows on the
filter will indicate this).

A/C Air Filter
5. Close the filter access cover.
Refer to “Scheduled Servicing” in this section
for the proper maintenance intervals.
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT INSPECTION
WARNING!
Do not attempt to inspect an accessory
drive belt with vehicle running.
When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead. The fan is
temperature controlled and can start at any
time regardless of ignition mode. You could
be injured by the moving fan blades.
You can be badly injured working on or
around a motor vehicle. Only do service
work for which you have the knowledge and
the proper equipment. If you have any
doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a compe
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE259
When inspecting accessory drive belts, small
cracks that run across ribbed surface of belt
from rib to rib, are considered normal. These
are not a reason to replace belt. However,
cracks running along a rib (not across) are not
normal. Any belt with cracks running along a rib
must be replaced. Also have the belt replaced if
it has excessive wear, frayed cords or severe
glazing.

Accessory Belt (Serpentine Belt)

Conditions that would require replacement:
Rib chunking (one or more ribs has sepa -
rated from belt body)
Rib or belt wear
Longitudinal belt cracking (cracks between
two ribs)
Belt slips
“Groove jumping" (belt does not maintain
correct position on pulley)
Belt broken (note: identify and correct
problem before new belt is installed)
Noise (objectionable squeal, squeak, or
rumble is heard or felt while drive belt is in
operation)
Some conditions can be caused by a faulty
component such as a belt pulley. Belt pulleys
should be carefully inspected for damage and
proper alignment.
Belt replacement on some models requires the
use of special tools, we recommend having your
vehicle serviced at an authorized dealer.
BODY LUBRICATION
Locks and all body pivot points, including such
items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points
and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, decklid, sliding
doors and hood hinges, should be lubricated
periodically with a lithium based grease, such
as Mopar Spray White Lube to ensure quiet,
easy operation and to protect against rust and
wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant,
the parts concerned should be wiped clean to
remove dust and grit; after lubricating, excess
oil and grease should be removed. Particular attention should also be given to
hood latching components to ensure proper
function. When performing other underhood
services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and
lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated
twice a year, preferably in the Autumn and
Spring. Apply a small amount of a high quality
lubricant, such as Mopar Lock Cylinder
Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and
the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft
cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will
remove accumulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long
periods may cause deterioration of the wiper
blades. Always use washer fluid when using the
wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry
windshield.
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MULTIMEDIA315
Lights
After pressing the Lights button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:Rain Sensing Auto Wipers
On Off
NOTE:
When this feature is selected and the wipers are on, the system will automatically activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on the wind -
shield.
Hill Start Assist — If Equipped On Off
NOTE:
When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) system is active.
Setting Name Selectable Options
Setting NameSelectable Options
Headlight Off Delay0
60
30 90
Headlight Illumination On Approach 0
60
30 90
Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped OnOff
Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped OnOff
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped OnOff
NOTE:
When the “Daytime Running Lights” feature is selected, the daytime running lights can be turned On or Off. This feature is only allowed by law in the
country of the vehicle purchase.
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330MULTIMEDIA
Mirrors & Wipers
After pressing the Mirrors & Wipers button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:Blind Spot Alert — If Equipped
OffLightsLights & Chime
NOTE:
When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature provides alerts, visual and/or audible, to indicate objects in your blind spot. The Blind
Spot Alert feature can be activated in “Lights” mode. When this mode is selected, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is activated and will only
show a visual alert in the exterior mirrors. When “Lights & Chime” mode is activated, BSM will show a visual alert in the exterior mirrors as well as
sound an audible alert when the turn signal is on. When “Off” is selected, the BSM system is deactivated.
If your vehicle has experienced any damage in the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is not damaged, the sensor may have become
misaligned. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to verify sensor alignment. Having a sensor that is misaligned will result in the BSM not oper -
ating to specification.
Hill Start Assist — If Equipped On Off
NOTE:
When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) system is active. Paddle Shifters — If Equipped On Off
Setting Name Selectable Options
Setting NameSelectable Options
Rain Sensing Auto WipersOnOff
NOTE:
When this feature is selected and the wipers are on, the system will automatically activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on the wind -
shield.
Headlights with Wipers OnOff

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