2023 DODGE CHARGER child restraint

SAFETY197
Installing A Child Restraint With A
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR):
Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in
vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a
lap/shoulder belt.
1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating
position. If the second row seat can be reclined, you
may recline the seat and/or raise the head restraint
(if adjustable) to get a better fit. If the rear seat can
be moved forward and rearward in the vehicle, you
may wish to move it to its rear-most position to make
room for the child seat. You may also move the front
seat forward to allow more room for the child seat.

2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child
restraint. Do not twist the belt webbing in the belt
path. 3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a
“click.”
4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight against the child seat.
5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt
webbing out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing
to retract back into the retractor. As the webbing
retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This means
the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode.
Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts
What is the weight limit (child’s weight +
weight of the child restraint) for using the
Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a
forward-facing child restraint? Weight limit of the Child RestraintAlways use the tether anchor when using
the seat belt to install a forward-facing
child restraint, up to the recommended
weight limit of the child restraint.
Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the
back of the front passenger seat? YesContact between the front passenger seat
and the child restraint is allowed, if the
child restraint manufacturer also allows
contact.
Can the rear head restraints be removed? No
Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten
the seat belt against the belt path of the
child restraint? No
Do not twist the buckle stalk in a seating
position with an ALR retractor.
WARNING!

Improper installation or failure to properly secure a
child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint. The
child could be badly injured or killed.
 Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions
exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
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6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is
locked, you should not be able to pull out any
webbing. If the retractor is not
locked, repeat step 5.
7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint while you push
the child restraint rearward and downward into the
vehicle seat.
8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect
the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the
tether strap. See
Úpage 198 for directions to attach
a tether anchor.
9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt
path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction.
Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the
belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top
Tether Anchorage:

1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether
anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward
to provide better access to the tether anchorage. If
there is no top tether anchorage for that seating
position, move the child restraint to another position
in the vehicle if one is available.

2. Rotate or lift the cover to access the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child
restraint. 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path
for the strap between the anchor and the child seat.
If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head
restraints, raise the head restraint, and where
possible, route the tether strap under the head
restraint and between the two posts. If not possible,
lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap
around the outboard side of the head restraint.

Tether Strap Mounting

WARNING!
Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car seat to
any location in front of the car seat, including the seat
frame or a tether anchorage. Only attach the tether
strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether anchorage
that is approved for that seating position, located
behind the top of the vehicle seat. See
Úpage 193 for
the location of approved tether anchorages in your
vehicle.
2 — Cover
3 — Attaching Strap
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4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to
the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram.
5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
Center Tether Attachment

1. If adjustable, lower the adjustable center head restraint to the full down position.

2. Route the tether strap over the seatback and head restraint.
3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the center tether anchorage located in the panel
between the rear seatback and the rear window.
4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
SAFETY TIPS
TRANSPORTING PASSENGERS
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA.
TRANSPORTING PETS
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a
collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped) in
pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat
belts.
CONNECTED VEHICLES
Privacy of any wireless and wired communications cannot
be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept
information and private communications without your
consent. For further information, refer to “Data Collection
& Privacy” in your Uconnect Radio Instruction Manual or
Úpage 74.
SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD MAKE
I
NSIDE THE VEHICLE
Seat Belts
Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for
cuts, frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be
replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the
system.
WARNING!
 An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.
 If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack
in the strap.WARNING!
Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehi -
cles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup may cause
serious injury or death.
 It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
 Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle
that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
 Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.WARNING!
It is not possible to know or to predict all of the possible
outcomes if your vehicle’s systems are breached. It may
be possible that vehicle systems, including safety
related systems, could be impaired or a loss of vehicle
control could occur that may result in an accident
involving serious injury or death.
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BluetoothConnecting To A Particular Mobile PhoneOr Audio Device After Pairing ............................ 143
Body Mechanism Lubrication...................................... 231
B-Pillar Location ........................................................... 252
Brake Assist System .................................................... 165
Brake Control System .................................................. 165
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 236
, 272
Brake System ...................................................... 236, 267
Fluid Check..................................................... 236, 272
Master Cylinder ....................................................... 236
Parking ....................................................................... 79
Warning Light ................................................... 68
, 267
Brake/Transmission Interlock........................................81
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .................... 79
Brightness, Interior Lights .............................................. 45
Bulb Replacement ....................................................... 246
Bulbs, Light.......................................................... 201
, 246
CCamera, Rear ............................................................... 100
Capacities, Fluid ........................................................... 270
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .............................................................. 225
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................................... 235
Car Washes .................................................................. 265
Carbon Monoxide Warning .......................................... 201
Cargo Vehicle Loading....................................................... 102
Cargo Area Cover ............................................................60
Cargo Compartment ....................................................... 60
Cargo Net .........................................................................60
CD.................................................................................. 138
Certification Label ........................................................ 102 Chains, Tire ...................................................................262
Chart, Tire Sizing ...........................................................249
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ........ 75
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ................................ 199
Checks, Safety .............................................................. 199
Child Restraint .............................................................. 190
Child Restraints Booster Seats .......................................................... 192
Child Seat Installation ............................................. 197How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt .................196Infant And Child Restraints ..................................... 191
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children............... 193
Older Children And Child Restraints....................... 191
Seating Positions ..................................................... 193
Child Safety Locks .......................................................... 24
Clean Air Gasoline ........................................................ 268
Cleaning Wheels .....................................................................260
Climate Control ............................................................... 46 Automatic ................................................................... 47
Manual ....................................................................... 49
Coin Holder ..................................................................... 53
Cold Weather Operation ................................................. 78
Compact Spare Tire ...................................................... 259
Console Floor ........................................................................... 53
Contract, Service .......................................................... 275
Controls ......................................................................... 130
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..........................235
Cooling System ............................................................. 234 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ....................................235
Coolant Level ................................................. 234
, 235
Cooling Capacity ...................................................... 270
Disposal Of Used Coolant ....................................... 235 Drain, Flush, And Refill............................................234 Inspection ................................................................ 235
Points To Remember .............................................. 236
Pressure Cap ........................................................... 235
Radiator Cap............................................................ 235
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ........ 234
, 270, 271
Corrosion Protection .................................................... 264
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ............................... 85
, 87
Cruise Light .............................................................. 73, 74
Customer Assistance ................................................... 273
Customer Programmable Features ............................. 112
Cybersecurity ................................................................ 111
DDaytime Running Lights ................................................. 41 Deck Lid Power Release........................................................... 59
Defroster, Windshield .................................................. 200
De-Icer, Remote Start .................................................... 18
Deleting A Phone .......................................................... 144
Deluxe Security Alarm .................................................... 19
Diagnostic System, Onboard ......................................... 74 Dimmer Switch Headlight ................................................................... 41
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .............................................................. 227
Disabled Vehicle Towing .............................................. 219
Disc Drive ...................................................................... 138
Disconnecting ............................................................... 144
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................................... 235
Disturb........................................................................... 146
Door Ajar ......................................................................... 69
Door Ajar Light ................................................................ 69
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ECO Mode Indicator...................................................73
Electric Power Steering Fault .................................... 69
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning .... 71
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator ............. 70
Exterior ............................................................. 40
, 201
Fog .............................................................................. 42
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF Indicator ......73
Front Fog Indicator ....................................................73
Hazard Warning Flasher ......................................... 202
Headlight Switch ........................................................40
Headlights ...........................................................40
, 42
Headlights On With Wipers .......................................42
High Beam..................................................................41
High Beam Indicator ..................................................74
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...................................41
Instrument Cluster ..................................................... 40
Intensity Control .........................................................45
Interior ........................................................................43
LaneSense Indicator...........................................73
, 74
License .................................................................... 247
Lights On Reminder ...................................................42
Low Fuel .....................................................................71
Low Washer Fluid Warning........................................71
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...................... 71
Oil Temperature Warning ..........................................70
Park ..................................................................... 42
, 73
Passing ....................................................................... 42
Reading ...................................................................... 44
Seat Belt Reminder ...................................................70
Security Alarm ............................................................70
Service ..................................................................... 246
Service Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Warning ......72
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) ................72
Service LaneSense Warning ..................................... 71
Traction Control ...................................................... 167 Transmission Temperature Warning ........................ 70
Trunk Open Warning ................................................. 70
Turn Signals ........................................41
, 43, 74, 201
Vanity Mirror .............................................................. 35
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions......... 70
, 74
Load Shed Battery Saver On .......................................... 67
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction ........................... 67
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor............................ 67
Loading Vehicle................................................... 102
, 103
Capacities ................................................................ 103
Tires.......................................................................... 252
Locks Auto Unlock................................................................ 23
Automatic Door.......................................................... 23
Child Protection ......................................................... 24
Power Door ................................................................ 21
Low Tire Pressure System ............................................174
Lubrication, Body .......................................................... 231
Lug Nuts/Bolts .............................................................. 267
MMaintenance ................................................................... 58 Maintenance Free Battery ...........................................228
Maintenance Schedule ...................................... 221
, 222
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ........... 71, 75
Manual Service .....................................................................276
Media Hub....................................................................... 54
Media Mode .................................................................. 138
Memory Seat ................................................................... 27 Memory Settings............................................................. 27
Methanol ....................................................................... 269
Mirrors ............................................................................. 34 Electric Powered ........................................................ 36 Electric Remote ......................................................... 36
Heated ....................................................................... 36
Outside....................................................................... 35
Rearview .................................................... 34
, 35, 202
Vanity ......................................................................... 35
Modifications/Alterations Vehicle ..........................................................................8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System .................................... 174
Mopar Parts .................................................................. 276
MP3 Control .................................................................... 54
Multi-Function Control Lever ......................................... 41
NNew Vehicle Break-In Period ......................................... 79
OOccupant Restraints .................................................... 177
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ........................... 268, 271
Oil Change Indicator ....................................................... 65 Reset.......................................................................... 65
Oil Filter, Change .......................................................... 229
Oil Filter, Selection ....................................................... 229
Oil Pressure Light ........................................................... 70
Oil, Engine ............................................................ 228
, 271
Capacity ................................................................... 270
Checking .................................................................. 227
Dipstick .................................................................... 227
Disposal ................................................................... 229
Filter ......................................................................... 229
Filter Disposal.......................................................... 229
Identification Logo .................................................. 229
Materials Added To ................................................. 229 Pressure Warning Light ............................................ 70
Recommendation...........................................228
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Synthetic.................................................................. 229
Viscosity................................................................... 270
Onboard Diagnostic System .................................... 74
, 75
Operating Precautions ....................................................74
Operator Manual Owner's Manual ...................................................... 276
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...............................................35
Overheating, Engine..................................................... 216
PPaddle Shift Mode ..........................................................83 Paddle Shifters................................................................83Paint Care ..................................................................... 264
Pair (link) Uconnect Phone To A mobile Phone

b
... 142
Panic Alarm .....................................................................13
Parking Brake ..................................................................79
ParkSense System, Rear ................................................94
Passing Light ...................................................................42
Passive Entry ...................................................................22
Performance....................................................................65
Personalized Main Menu Bar ...................................... 128
Pets ............................................................................... 199
Phone Mode ................................................................. 140
Pinch Protection .............................................................. 58
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ....................... 252
Power Brakes ..................................................................... 267
Deck Lid Release ....................................................... 59
Distribution Center (Fuses) .................................... 242 Door Locks .................................................................21
Mirrors ........................................................................36
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............................. 55
Seats...........................................................................30
Steering ...................................................................... 85 Sunroof....................................................................... 57
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............................ 25
Windows..................................................................... 56
Power Seats Forward ...................................................................... 30
Lumbar ....................................................................... 31
Rearward.................................................................... 30
Recline ....................................................................... 31
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................................ 182
Preparation For Jacking ............................................... 205
Presets .......................................................................... 135
Pretensioners Seat Belts................................................................. 182
Programmable Features .............................................. 112
RRadial Ply Tires ............................................................. 256
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ......................... 235
Radio Presets .....................................................................135
Radio Controls .............................................................. 130
Radio Mode ...................................................................130
Radio Operation .................................................. 130
, 163
Radio Remote Controls ................................................ 129
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ......................................... 46
Rear Axle (Differential) ................................................. 237
Rear Camera ................................................................. 100
Rear Cross Path ............................................................171
Rear ParkSense System................................................. 94
Rear Seats, Folding ........................................................ 29
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Towing ...................................................................... 220
Recreational Towing ..................................................... 109
Reformulated Gasoline ................................................ 268 Refrigerant .................................................................... 230
Release, Hood ................................................................ 59
Reminder, Lights On....................................................... 42
Reminder, Seat Belt ..................................................... 178
Remote Control Starting System ......................................................... 16
Remote Keyless Entry Arm The Alarm ........................................................... 19
Panic Alarm ............................................................... 13
Programming Additional Key Fobs ........................... 14
Unlatch The Trunk ..................................................... 13
Remote Sound System (Radio) Control ...................... 129
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode............................................ 17
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features......... 18
Uconnect Settings ..................................................... 18
Remote Starting System ................................................ 16 Remote Trunk Release .................................................. 59
Replacement Bulbs ...................................................... 246
Replacement Tires ....................................................... 258
Reporting Safety Defects ............................................. 276
Restraints, Child ........................................................... 190
Restraints, Head............................................................. 33
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ....................................... 218
Rotation, Tires .............................................................. 263
SSafety ............................................................................ 128
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle....................................... 199
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................................... 201
Safety Defects, Reporting ............................................ 276
Safety Features ............................................................ 128
Safety Information, Tire ............................................... 248
Safety Tips .................................................................... 199
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Safety, Exhaust Gas ..................................................... 201
Satellite Radio .............................................................. 131
Saved Radio Stations .................................................. 135
Schedule, Maintenance...................................... 221
, 222
Seat Belt Reminder.........................................................70 Seat Belts ............................................................ 178
, 199
Adjustable Shoulder Belt........................................ 181
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ................. 181
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage.......... 181
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)........................ 182
Child Restraints ...................................................... 190
Energy Management Feature ................................ 182
Extender .................................................................. 181
Front Seat....................................................... 178
, 180
Inspection................................................................ 199 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation................................. 180
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ................................ 180
Lap/Shoulder Belts ................................................ 178
Operating Instructions ............................................ 180
Pregnant Women .................................................... 182
Pretensioners.......................................................... 182
Rear Seat ................................................................ 178Reminder................................................................. 178
Seat Belt Extender .................................................. 181Seat Belt Pretensioner ........................................... 182Untwisting Procedure ............................................. 180
Seat Belts Maintenance .............................................. 266
Seats .................................................................. 28
, 30, 31
Adjustment ..........................................................28, 30
Easy Entry ...................................................................31
Head Restraints .........................................................33
Heated ........................................................................31 Height Adjustment..................................................... 30
Power ......................................................................... 30
Rear Folding........................................................ 28
, 29
Seatback Release .............................................. 28, 29
Tilting ................................................................... 28, 30
Vented ........................................................................ 32
Ventilated ................................................................... 32
Security Alarm ................................................... 18
, 19, 70
Arm The System......................................................... 19
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)................................. 271
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................................................ 15
Service Assistance........................................................ 273
Service Contract ...........................................................275
Service Manuals ...........................................................276
Settings, Audio .............................................................. 136
Shifting ............................................................................ 80 Automatic Transmission .................................... 80
, 81
Shoulder Belts .............................................................. 178
Side View Mirror Adjustment ......................................... 35
Signals, Turn ................................................... 43
, 74, 201
Sirius Satellite Radio ....................................................131 Favorites .................................................................. 134
Replay ...................................................................... 133
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Browse in SXM......................................................... 134
Favorites .................................................................. 134
Replay ...................................................................... 133
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...........................................262
Snow Tires .....................................................................259
Spare Tires ................................................. 206
, 259, 260
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline)......................................................... 271
Oil .............................................................................271 Speed Control
Accel/Decel ............................................................... 86
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ............................................. 90
Cancel ........................................................................ 86
Resume...................................................................... 86
Set .............................................................................. 86
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........................ 85
, 86, 87
Sport Mode ..................................................................... 84 Starting............................................................................ 76 Automatic Transmission ........................................... 76
Button ........................................................................ 15
Cold Weather............................................................. 78
Engine Fails To Start ................................................. 78
Remote ...................................................................... 16
Starting And Operating................................................... 76
Starting Procedures ....................................................... 76 Steering ........................................................................... 24 Column Lock.............................................................. 24
Power ......................................................................... 85
Tilt Column.......................................................... 24
, 25
Wheel, Heated ........................................................... 25
Wheel, Tilt ........................................................... 24
, 25
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................................... 129
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System .................... 129
Storage ................................................................... 52
, 264
Storage, Vehicle..................................................... 52, 264
Store Radio Presets ..................................................... 135
Storing Your Vehicle ..................................................... 264
Stuck, Freeing............................................................... 218
Sun Roof .................................................................. 57
, 58
Sunglasses Storage ....................................................... 53 Supplemental Restraint System – Air Bag ................. 184
Symbol Glossary ................................................................8
Synthetic Engine Oil ..................................................... 229
System, Remote Starting ............................................... 16

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