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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Introduction
3
How to Use this Manual
6
Introduction
6
Vehicle Identification Number
8
Warnings and Cautions
8
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
9
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
11
A Word about Your Keys
14
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)
14
Key Fob
15
Removing Key Fob from Ignition
16
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
18
Sentry Key
18
Replacement Keys
19
Customer Key Programming
20
General Information
20
Vehicle Security Alarm
20
Rearming of the System
21
To Arm the System
21
To Disarm the System
22
Illuminated Entry
23
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
23
To Unlock the Doors
24
To Lock the Doors
26
To Open the Trunk
27
Using the Panic Alarm
27
Programming Additional Transmitters
28
Transmitter Battery Replacement
28
General Information
29
Remote Starting System
29
How to Use Remote Start
30
Door Locks
32
Manual Door Locks
32
Power Door Locks
34
Keyless Enter-N-Go
36
Windows
40
Power Windows
40
Wind Buffeting
42
Trunk Lock and Release
42
Trunk Safety Warning
43
Trunk Emergency Release
44
Occupant Restraints
44
Lap/Shoulder Belts
48
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
53
Seat Belts in Passenger Seating Positions
53
Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) - if Equipped
54
Energy Management Feature
55
Seat Belt Pretensioners
55
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
56
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
57
Seat Belt Extender
57
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Air Bags
58
Air Bag Deployment Sensors and Controls
64
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
71
Child Restraints
72
Engine Break-In Recommendations
81
Safety Tips
82
Transporting Passengers
82
Exhaust Gas
82
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
83
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle
85
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
87
Mirrors
92
Automatic Dimming Mirror
92
Outside Mirrors
93
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
93
Power Mirrors
94
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped
94
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
94
Slide-On-Rod" and Extender Features of Sun Visor
95
Uconnect™ Phone - if Equipped
96
Operation
98
Phone Call Features
105
Uconnect™ Phone Features
108
Advanced Phone Connectivity
112
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect™ Phone
114
General Information
125
Voice Command - if Equipped
125
Voice Command System Operation
125
Commands
126
Voice Training
130
Seats
130
Power Seats
130
Heated Seats
133
Manual Forward or Rearward Adjustment
134
Manual Front Seatback Recline
135
Passenger Seat Easy Entry
136
Head Restraints
136
Folding Rear Seat
139
To Open and Close the Hood
141
Lights
142
Headlights and Parking Lights
142
Automatic Headlights
143
Headlights on with Wipers (Available with Automatic Headlights Only)
143
Headlight Time Delay
143
Daytime Running Lights - if Equipped
144
Lights-On Reminder
144
Fog Lights
144
Multifunction Lever
145
Turn Signals
145
Lane Change Assist
146
High/Low Beam Switch
146
Flash-To-Pass
146
Map/Reading Lights
146
Interior Lights
147
Windshield Wipers and Washers
148
Intermittent Wiper System
149
Mist Feature
149
Windshield Washers
149
Headlights on with Wipers (Available with Automatic Headlights Only)
150
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
151
Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped
152
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
153
To Activate
154
To Set a Desired Speed
154
To Deactivate
154
To Resume Speed
155
To Vary the Speed Setting
155
To Accelerate for Passing
155
Parksense Rear Park Assist - if Equipped
156
Parksense Sensors
156
Parksense Warning Display
157
Parksense Display
157
Enabling/Disabling Parksense
160
Service the Parksense Rear Park Assist System
161
Cleaning the Parksense System
161
Parksense System Usage Precautions
161
Overhead Console
164
Courtesy/Reading Lights
164
Sunglasses Storage
165
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
165
Before You Begin Programming Homelink
166
Programming a Rolling Code
166
Programming a Non-Rolling Code
168
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
170
Using Homelink
171
Security
171
Troubleshooting Tips
172
General Information
173
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
173
Opening Sunroof - Express Mode
174
Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode
174
Closing Sunroof - Express Mode
174
Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
174
Pinch Protect Feature
175
Pinch Protect Override
175
Venting Sunroof - Express
175
Sunshade Operation
175
Wind Buffeting
175
Sunroof Maintenance
176
Ignition off Operation
176
Electrical Power Outlets
176
Cupholders
180
Front Cupholders
180
Rear Cupholders
180
Console Features
181
Sliding Center Console Armrest
181
Console Storage
181
Rear Window Features
183
Rear Window Defroster
183
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
185
Instrument Panel Features
188
Instrument Cluster
189
Instrument Cluster Descriptions
190
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
200
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays
203
Engine Oil Change Indicator System
205
Trip Functions
206
Performance Features
208
Keyless Enter-N-Go Display - if Equipped
211
Compass Display
212
Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) - if Equipped
212
System Warnings (Customer Information Features)
214
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
215
Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES)
219
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
220
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
223
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
225
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
227
Media Center 730N/430/430N
219
Equipped
219
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) - if Equipped
219
Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - if Equipped
219
Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES+RSC)
228
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
228
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
234
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
236
List Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
239
Info Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
239
Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - if Equipped
240
Ipod /USB/MP3 Control - if Equipped
244
Connecting the Ipod or External USB Device
245
Using this Feature
245
Controlling the Ipod or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons
246
Play Mode
246
List or Browse Mode
248
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)
250
Equipped
251
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
252
Radio Operation
253
CD Player
253
CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
254
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones
254
Climate Controls
255
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
255
Automatic Operation
255
Blower Control
256
Manual Operation
256
Operating Tips
260
Starting and Operating
263
Starting Procedures
267
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
267
Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
268
Keyless Enter-N-Go
269
Normal Starting
270
Extreme Cold Weather
273
(Below -20°F or 29°C)
273
If Engine Fails to Start
273
After Starting
275
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
275
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
275
Six-Speed Manual Transmission
275
Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
280
Key Ignition Park Interlock
281
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
281
Five-Speed Automatic Transmission
281
Gear Ranges
282
Autostick
288
Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters or Console Mounted Shifter
288
Sport Mode
290
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
291
Acceleration
291
Traction
292
Driving through Water
292
Flowing/Rising Water
293
Power Steering
295
Power Steering Fluid Check
296
Parking Brake
297
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
298
Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
298
Brake System
300
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
300
Electronic Brake Control System
303
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
303
Traction Control System (TCS)
304
Brake Assist System (BAS)
304
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
305
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
307
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and ESC off Indicator Light
311
Synchronizing ESC
312
Tire Safety Information
312
Tire Markings
312
Tire Terminology and Definitions
317
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
318
Tires - General Information
322
Tire Pressure
322
Tire Inflation Pressures
323
Radial Ply Tires
325
F1 Three-Season Tires - if Equipped
325
Tire Spinning
326
Tread Wear Indicators
326
Life of Tire
327
Replacement Tires
328
Tire Chains
329
Snow Tires
331
Tire Rotation Recommendations
332
Tire Rotation - Four Season/Rsa Tires
332
Tire Rotation - F1 Three Season Tires
333
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
333
Premium System
336
General Information
340
Fuel Requirements
341
6.4L Engine
341
Reformulated Gasoline
341
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
342
E-85 Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
342
MMT in Gasoline
343
Materials Added to Fuel
343
Fuel System Cautions
344
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
345
Adding Fuel
346
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
346
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
347
Vehicle Loading
348
Vehicle Certification Label
348
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
348
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
348
Overloading
349
Loading
350
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
350
Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
351
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
352
Trailer Towing
350
What to Do in Emergencies
353
Hazard Warning Flashers
354
If Your Engine Overheats
354
TIREFIT Kit
355
TIREFIT Storage
356
TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation
356
TIREFIT Usage Precautions
358
Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT
360
Jump-Starting Procedures
366
Preparations for Jump-Start
366
Jump-Starting Procedure
368
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
370
Shift Lever Override
371
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
373
Automatic Transmission
374
Manual Transmission
375
Without the Key Fob
375
Maintaining Your Vehicle
377
Engine Compartment - 6.4L (392 HEMI)
380
Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II
381
Loose Fuel Filler Cap
381
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
382
Replacement Parts
383
Dealer Service
384
Maintenance Procedures
384
Engine Oil
385
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
387
Engine Oil Filter
387
Maintenance-Free Battery
388
Air Conditioner Maintenance
390
Body Lubrication
391
Windshield Wiper Blades
391
Adding Washer Fluid
392
Exhaust System
393
Cooling System
395
Brake System
401
Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual Transmission) - if Equipped
403
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
403
Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
404
Rear Axle
405
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
406
Fuses
412
Integrated Power Module
412
Rear Power Distribution Center
414
Replacement Bulbs
419
Vehicle Storage
419
Bulb Replacement
420
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp - Models with Halogen Headlamps - if Equipped
420
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and Park/Turn Lamp - Models with High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlamps - if Equipped
420
Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp
421
Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp
422
Center Tail/Backup Lamp
424
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
424
Maintaining Your Vehicle
424
License Lamp
424
Fluid Capacities
425
Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts
426
Engine
426
Chassis
427
Service Schedule
434
If You Need Consumer Assistance
449
If You Need Assistance
451
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center
452
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
452
In Mexico Contact
452
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
453
Service Contract
453
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
451
Prepare for the Appointment
451
Prepare a List
451
Be Reasonable with Requests
451
MOPAR Parts
454
Reporting Safety Defects
454
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C
454
In Canada
455
Warranty Information
454
Publication Order Forms
455
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Model
Challenger SRT8 2012
Category
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Language
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