2022 DODGE CHALLENGER key battery

48GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
INTERIOR LIGHTS
The interior lights come on when a door is opened.
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is
placed in the OFF position. This will occur if the
interior lights were switched on manually or are on
because a door is open. The Battery Protection
also includes the glove compartment light and the
trunk light. To restore interior light operation after
automatic battery protection is enabled (lights off),
either place the ignition in the ON/RUN position or
cycle the light switch.
FRONT MAP/READING LIGHTS
These lights are mounted between the sun visors
on the overhead console. Each light is turned on by
pushing the lens. Push the lens a second time to
turn off the light. These lights also turn on when a
door is opened, when the unlock button on the
remote keyless entry key fob is pushed, or when
the dimmer control is turned fully upward, to the
second detent.
Map/Reading Lights

AMBIENT LIGHT — IF EQUIPPED
The overhead console is equipped with an ambient
light feature. This light casts illumination for
improved visibility of the floor and center console
area.
Rotate the right dimmer control upward or
downward to increase or decrease the brightness
of the door handle lights, map pocket lights, and
ambient light located in the overhead console.

Door Handle/Ambient Light Dimmer
Door Handle/Ambient Light Dimmer
(Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE49
DIMMER CONTROLS
The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch
and is located on the left side of the instrument
panel.
With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating
the left dimmer control upward will increase the
brightness of the instrument panel lights and
lighted cupholders (if equipped).

Instrument Panel Dimmer Instrument Panel Dimmer (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control
downward to the O (off) position, and the interior
lights will remain off when the doors are open.
Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control
upward to the first detent to brighten all text
displays such as the odometer, instrument cluster
display, and radio when the parking lights or
headlights are on. Rotating the instrument panel
dimmer control completely upward to the second
detent will turn on the interior lights. The interior
lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in
this position.
ILLUMINATED ENTRY
The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the
key fob to unlock the doors or open any door.
The lights will fade to off after approximately
30 seconds, or they will immediately fade to off
once the ignition switch is placed in the ON/RUN
position from the OFF position.
The courtesy lights will not turn off if the instrument
panel dimmer control is rotated upward to the
second detent. The courtesy lights will turn off after
10 minutes when the ignition is placed in the OFF
position to protect the battery.
The illuminated entry system will not operate if the
instrument panel dimmer control is rotated all the
way down to the O (off) position.
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ILLUMINATED CUPHOLDERS —
I
F EQUIPPED
The front cupholders are equipped with a light ring
that illuminates the cupholders for the front
passengers. The light ring is controlled by the
dimmer control Ú page 49.

Light Ring In Front Cupholder

USB/AUX CONTROL
Located in the front storage area of the center
console, this feature allows an external USB device
to be connected to the audio system.
Plugging in a smartphone device to a USB port may
activate Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay®
features, if equipped
USB/AUX Ports

NOTE:Charge unsupported devices with the Charge Only
USB ports. If an unsupported device is plugged into
a Media USB port, a message will display on the
touchscreen that the device is not supported by
the system.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp)
power outlets that can be used to power cellular
phones, small electronics and other low powered
electrical accessories. The power outlets are
labeled with either a “key” or a “battery” symbol to
indicate how the outlet is powered. Power outlets
labeled with a key symbol can be powered when
the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, while
the outlets labeled with a battery symbol are
connected directly to the battery and powered at
all times.
These power outlets can also operate a
conventional cigar lighter unit.
The front power outlet is located next to the
storage area on the integrated center stack of the
instrument panel.

Power Outlet — Integrated Center Stack Front

1 — USB 1 Port
2 — AUX Jack
3 — USB 2 Port
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE59
WINDOWS
POWER WINDOW CONTROLS
The window switches on the driver's door control
all the door windows.

Power Window Switches

The passenger door window can also be operated
by using the single window controls on the
passenger door trim panel. The window controls
will operate only when the ignition is in the ACC or
ON/RUN position.
NOTE:The power window switches will remain active for
up to 10 minutes after the ignition is placed in the
OFF position. Opening either front door will cancel
this feature. The timing is programmable within
Uconnect Settings Ú page 123.
Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle's battery, even when
not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventu -
ally, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle's
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade
battery life and/or prevent the engine from
starting.
Accessories that draw higher power (i.e.,
coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will
degrade the battery even more quickly. Only
use these intermittently and with greater
caution.
After the use of high power draw accessories,
or long periods of the vehicle not being started
(with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle
must be driven a sufficient length of time to
allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle's
battery.
Power outlets are designed for accessory
plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory
or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper
use of the power outlet can cause damage.
CAUTION!
WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a vehicle,
and do not let children play with power windows.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children, and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN
position. Occupants, particularly unattended
children, can become entrapped by the windows
while operating the power window switches.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or
death.
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STARTING AND OPERATING85
ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK
that your vehicle is in
PARK by looking for the "P" in the instrument
cluster display and on the gear selector. As an
added precaution, always apply the parking brake
when exiting the vehicle.
EXTENDED PARK STARTING
NOTE:Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle
has not been started or driven for at least 30 days.

1. Install a battery charger or jumper cables to the battery to ensure a full battery charge
during the crank cycle.

2. Place the ignition in the START position and release it when the engine starts. 3. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds,
place the ignition in the OFF position, wait 10
to 15 seconds to allow the starter to cool, then
repeat the “Extended Park Starting”
procedure.
4. If the engine fails to start after eight attempts, allow the starter to cool for at least
10 minutes, then repeat the procedure.
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START
If the engine fails to start after you have followed
the “Normal Starting” and the vehicle has not
experienced an extended park condition as
defined previously, 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 10
seconds. This should clear any excess fuel in case
the engine is flooded. Leave the ignition key in the
ON/RUN position, release the accelerator pedal
and repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
WARNING!
If vehicle speed is above 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h),
the transmission will default to NEUTRAL until
the vehicle speed drops below 1.2 mph (1.9 km/
h). A vehicle left in the NEUTRAL position can
roll. As an added precaution, always apply the
parking brake when exiting the vehicle.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank
continuously for more than 10 seconds at a
time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
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 auto -
matic 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 Ú page 246.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not
continuously crank the engine for more than
10 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds
before trying again.
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214SAFETY
As the air bags deflate, you may see some
smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal
by-product of the process that generates the
non-toxic gas used for air bag inflation. These
airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes,
nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation,
rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat
irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation
continues, see your doctor. If these particles
settle on your clothing, follow the garment
manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning.
Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have
deployed. If you are involved in another collision,
the air bags will not be in place to protect you.
NOTE:
Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior
trim, but they will open during air bag deploy -
ment.
After any collision, the vehicle should be taken
to an authorized dealer immediately.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact, if the communication
network remains intact, and the power remains
intact, depending on the nature of the event, the
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) will determine
whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response
System perform the following functions:
Cut off fuel to the engine (if equipped).
Cut off battery power to the electric motor (if
equipped).
Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has
power.
Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as
long as the battery has power or for 15 minutes
from the intervention of the Enhanced Accident
Response System.
Unlock the power door locks.
Your vehicle may also be designed to perform any
of these other functions in response to the
Enhanced Accident Response System:
Turn off the Fuel Filter Heater, Turn off the HVAC
Blower Motor, Close the HVAC Circulation Door
Cut off battery power to the:
Engine
Electric Motor (if equipped)
Electric power steering
Brake booster
Electric park brake
Automatic transmission gear selector
Horn
Front wiper
Headlamp washer pump (if equipped)
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 compartment 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.WARNING!
Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners
cannot protect you in another collision. Have the
air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and the seat
belt retractor assemblies replaced by an
authorized dealer immediately. Also, have the
Occupant Restraint Controller System serviced
as well.

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252IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following
equipment manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle,
not to fascia/bumpers or associated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN mode, not the ACC mode.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle's battery is discharged, find Instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK Ú page 249.
Towing Condition
Wheels OFF The GroundRWD MODELSAWD MODELS
Flat Tow NONEIf transmission is operable:

• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed
• 30 miles (48 km) max distance NOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow Front
NOT RECOMMENDED (but, if used,
same limitations as above)NOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT RECOMMENDEDNOT RECOMMENDED, but, if used:
Ignition in ON/RUN mode
Transmission in
NEUTRAL
(NOT in PARK)
Flatbed ALLBEST METHODBEST METHOD

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324 AutoPark
.......................................................... 84Autostick Operation.................................................... 95Axle Fluid....................................................... 318Axle Lubrication............................................. 318
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Back-Up......................................................... 111Battery.................................................... 74, 262Charging System Light................................. 74Keyless Key Fob Replacement.................... 14Location.................................................... 262Belts, Seat..................................................... 230Blind Spot Monitoring.................................... 191BluetoothConnecting To A Particular MobilePhone Or Audio Device After Pairing
..... 161Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 268B-Pillar Location............................................. 294Brake Assist System...................................... 186Brake Control System.................................... 186Brake Fluid.......................................... 274, 318Brake System...................................... 274, 311Fluid Check..................................... 274, 318Master Cylinder......................................... 274Parking........................................................ 86Warning Light..................................... 73, 311Brake/Transmission Interlock......................... 91Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle....... 86Brightness, Interior Lights................................ 49
Bulb Replacement........................................ 286Bulbs, Light.......................................... 232, 286
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Camera, Rear................................................ 111Capacities, Fluid........................................... 315Caps, FillerFuel.......................................................... 112Oil (Engine)............................................... 259Radiator (Coolant Pressure)..................... 273Car Washes................................................... 308Carbon Monoxide Warning............................ 232CargoVehicle Loading........................................ 113CD................................................................. 154Cellular Phone.............................................. 184Certification Label......................................... 113Chains, Tire................................................... 304Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 291Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............................ 81Checking Your Vehicle For Safety................. 230Checks, Safety.............................................. 230Child Restraint.............................................. 216Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 219Child Seat Installation.............................. 228How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt.... 225Infant And Child Restraints....................... 217
Lower Anchors And Tethers ForChildren................................................ 221Older Children And Child Restraints.......... 218Seating Positions...................................... 220Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 313CleaningWheels...................................................... 303Climate Control................................................51Cold Weather Operation...................................86Compact Spare Tire...................................... 302Contract, Service........................................... 320Controls........................................................ 145Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 273Cooling System............................................. 271Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 272Coolant Level................................... 271, 273Cooling Capacity....................................... 315Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 273Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 271Inspection................................................. 273Points To Remember................................ 273Pressure Cap............................................ 273Radiator Cap............................................. 273Selection Of Coolant(Antifreeze)......................... 272, 315, 316Corrosion Protection..................................... 308Cruise Control..................................................97Cruise Control (Speed Control).........................97Cruise Light......................................................80Customer Assistance.................................... 319

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