2015 Dodge Challenger Owner's Manual
Year:
2015
Make:
Dodge
Model:
Challenger
Rating:
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
5
INTRODUCTION
6
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
6
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
8
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
8
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
9
Keyless Ignition Node (KIN)
13
Key Fob
15
Replacement Keys
18
Customer Key Programming
19
Rearming Of The System
20
To Arm The System
20
To Disarm The System
21
Tamper Alert
22
Security System Manual Override
22
To Unlock The Doors
24
1st Push Of Key Fob Unlocks
24
Flash Lights With Lock
24
Headlight Illumination On Approach
24
To Lock The Doors
24
Sound Horn With Lock
25
To Unlatch The Trunk
25
Using The Panic Alarm
25
Programming Additional Transmitters
26
Transmitter Battery Replacement
26
How To Use Remote Start
28
To Enter Remote Start Mode
29
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle
30
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
30
Manual Door Locks
31
Power Door Locks
33
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped
33
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit
34
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming
34
Power Windows
39
AUTO-Down Feature — If Equipped
40
Important Safety Precautions
43
Seat Belt Systems
45
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert®)
45
Lap/Shoulder Belts
46
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
49
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
51
Seat Belt Extender
51
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
52
Seat Belt Pretensioner
52
Energy Management Feature
53
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) — If Equipped
53
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
55
Air Bag System Components
55
Advanced Front Air Bags
56
Advanced Front Air Bag Features
57
Advanced Front Air Bag Operation
58
Knee Impact Bolsters
59
Supplemental Side Air Bags
60
If A Deployment Occurs
65
Enhanced Accident Response System
66
System Reset Procedure
67
Air Bag Warning Light
67
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light
68
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
69
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
70
Child Restraints
71
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
73
Infants And Child Restraints
74
Older Children And Child Restraints
74
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
76
Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints
78
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) Restraint System
79
LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
80
Locating The LATCH Anchorages
82
Locating The LATCH Anchorages
83
Center Seat LATCH
84
To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
84
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt:
85
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt
86
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle
87
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
89
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage
90
Transporting Pets
92
Transporting Passengers
95
Exhaust Gas
96
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
97
Seat Belts
97
Air Bag Warning Light
97
Defroster
97
Floor Mat Safety Information
97
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
99
Tires
99
Lights
99
Door Latches
99
Fluid Leaks
99
Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped
107
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
107
Outside Mirrors
114
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
115
Power Mirrors
115
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
116
Vanity Mirrors
116
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
116
Rear Cross Path — If Equipped
124
Modes Of Operation
126
Power Seats
128
Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward
128
Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down
129
Tilting The Seat Up Or Down
129
Power Lumbar — If Equipped
129
Front Heated Seats — If Equipped
130
Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
132
Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment
132
Manual Front Seatback Recline
133
Passenger Seat Easy Entry
134
Head Restraints
135
Active Head Restraints — Front Seats
135
Folding Rear Seat
136
Headlight Switch
140
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
141
Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
141
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If Equipped
141
To Activate
142
To Deactivate
142
Headlight Time Delay
143
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped
143
Lights-On Reminder
144
Fog Lights — If Equipped
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
Dimmer Controls
147
Dome Light Position
148
Interior Light Defeat (OFF)
149
Intermittent Wiper System
150
Mist Feature
150
Windshield Washers
150
Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
151
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped
152
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
153
POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED
154
To Activate
157
To Set A Desired Speed
158
To Deactivate
158
To Resume Speed
158
To Vary The Speed Setting
158
To Accelerate For Passing
160
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation
163
Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
164
To Activate/Deactivate
164
To Set A Desired ACC Speed
166
To Cancel
166
To Turn Off
167
To Resume
167
To Vary The Speed Setting
167
Setting The Following Distance In ACC
169
Overtake Aid
173
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu
174
Display Warnings And Maintenance
175
“Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning
175
Service ACC/FCW Warning
176
Precautions While Driving With ACC
177
Towing A Trailer
177
Offset Driving
177
Turns And Bends
177
Using ACC On Hills
178
Lane Changing
179
Narrow Vehicles
180
Stationary Objects And Vehicles
180
General Information
181
Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control Mode
181
To Set A Desired Speed
182
To Vary The Speed Setting
182
To Cancel
184
To Resume Speed
184
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Operation
185
Turning FCW ON Or OFF
186
Changing FCW Status
187
ParkSense® Sensors
188
ParkSense® Warning Display
189
ParkSense® Display
189
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense®
194
Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System
194
Cleaning The ParkSense® System
195
ParkSense® System Usage Precautions
195
Courtesy/Reading Lights
200
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink®
202
Programming A Rolling Code
202
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button (Rolling Code)
204
Programming A Non-Rolling Code
204
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button (Non-Rolling Code)
205
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
206
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button (Canadian/Gate Operator)
207
Using HomeLink®
207
Security
207
Troubleshooting Tips
208
Opening Sunroof — Express
211
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode
211
Closing Sunroof — Express
211
Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode
211
Pinch Protect Feature
212
Venting Sunroof — Express
212
Sunshade Operation
212
Wind Buffeting
212
Sunroof Maintenance
213
Ignition Off Operation
213
Front Cupholders
217
Glove Compartment
218
Rear Window Defroster
220
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
221
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
223
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE
224
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM
225
Engine Oil Life Reset
238
DID Selectable Menu Items
240
Speedometer
241
Vehicle Info
241
Performance Features
242
Driver Assist
248
Fuel Economy
249
Trip Info
250
Audio
250
Stored Messages
250
Screen Setup
250
Buttons On The Faceplate
253
Buttons On The Touchscreen
254
Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect® 5.0 Settings
254
Display
255
Units
256
Voice
257
Clock & Date
257
Safety/Assistance
258
Lights
261
Doors & Locks
263
Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
265
Engine Off Options
265
Compass Settings — If Equipped
266
Audio
267
Phone/Bluetooth®
268
SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
268
Restore Settings
269
Clear Personal Data
270
Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect® 8.4 Settings
270
Display
271
Units
273
Voice
274
Clock
274
Safety & Driving Assistance
276
Lights
279
Doors & Locks
281
Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
283
Engine Off Options
284
Audio
284
Phone/Bluetooth®
286
SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
286
Restore Settings
287
Clear Personal Data
288
System Information
288
Performance Pages — If Equipped
288
Home
290
Timers
291
Gauges 1
294
Gauges 2
295
G-Force
296
Engine
298
Performance Control — If Equipped
298
Launch Mode
299
Drive Mode Set-Up
304
Default Mode
306
Sport Mode
307
Uconnect® RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED
311
Radio Operation
314
General Overview
317
Climate Control Functions
323
A/C (Air Conditioning)
323
Recirculation
324
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
324
Automatic Operation
324
Manual Operation Override
325
Operating Tips
326
Summer Operation
326
Winter Operation
326
Vacation Storage
326
Window Fogging
327
Outside Air Intake
327
A/C Air Filter
327
Introducing Uconnect®
329
Get Started
330
Basic Voice Commands
331
Radio
332
Media
332
Phone
334
Voice Text Reply
335
Climate (8.4A/8.4AN)
336
Navigation (8.4A/8.4AN)
337
Uconnect® Access* (8.4A/8.4AN)
337
Register (8.4A/8.4AN)
338
Mobile App (8.4A/8.4AN)
339
Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4AN)
340
Yelp® (8.4A/8.4AN)
341
SiriusXM Travel Link™ (8.4A/8.4AN)
342
Additional Information
343
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
349
Normal Starting With Integrated Key — Manual Transmission
349
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
350
Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start)
351
Keyless Enter-N-Go™
351
Normal Starting
351
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button — Automatic Transmission Only
351
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button — Manual Transmission Only
352
To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button — Automatic Transmission Only
352
To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button — Manual Transmission Only
353
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Functions — With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal/Clutch Pedal (In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position)
354
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C)
354
If Engine Fails To Start
354
Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) — Automatic Transmission Only
355
Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) — Manual Transmission Only
356
After Starting
356
Six-Speed Manual Transmission
357
Shifting
358
Recommended Shift Speeds
359
1–4 Skip Shift
360
Key Ignition Park Interlock
363
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
363
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
364
Operation
371
Acceleration
374
Flowing/Rising Water
376
Shallow Standing Water
376
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
378
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
380
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
381
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
384
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
386
Traction Control System (TCS)
386
Brake Assist System (BAS)
387
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
387
HSA Activation Criteria
388
HSA Off
388
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
388
ESC Operating Modes
390
Tire Markings
393
Tire Sizing Chart
395
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
397
Tire Terminology And Definitions
399
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
400
Tire And Loading Information Placard Location
400
Tire And Loading Information Placard
401
Tire Pressure
405
Safety
405
Economy
406
Tread Wear
406
Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability
406
Tire Inflation Pressures
406
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
408
Radial Ply Tires
408
Tire Types
409
All Season Tires — If Equipped
409
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
410
Snow Tires
410
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
411
Spare Tires — If Equipped
411
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped
411
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
412
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
413
Limited-Use Spare — If Equipped
413
Tire Spinning
414
Tread Wear Indicators
414
Life Of Tire
415
Replacement Tires
415
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
417
Premium System
423
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
423
Service TPMS Warning
424
3.6L Engine — If Equipped
427
5.7L Engine (With Automatic Transmission)
427
5.7L Engine (With Manual Transmission)
428
6.4L Engine
428
Reformulated Gasoline
429
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
429
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
430
MMT In Gasoline
430
Materials Added To Fuel
431
Fuel System Cautions
431
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
433
Vehicle Certification Label
435
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
436
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
436
Overloading
436
Common Towing Definitions
438
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
438
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
438
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
438
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
438
Tongue Weight (TW)
439
Frontal Area
439
Trailer Sway Control
439
Weight-Carrying Hitch
439
Weight-Distributing Hitch
440
Trailer Hitch Classification
441
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
442
Trailer And Tongue Weight
442
Towing Requirements
443
Towing Requirements — Tires
445
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
446
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring
447
Towing Tips
448
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
448
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
449
AutoStick®
449
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
450
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
450
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
451
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
453
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
455
Tire Service Kit Storage
457
Tire Service Kit Components And Operation
457
Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses
458
Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
458
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
461
(A) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:
461
(B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:
461
(C) Injecting Tire Service Kit Sealant Into The Deflated Tire:
462
(D) Drive Vehicle:
464
(E) After Driving:
465
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
469
Preparations For Jacking
471
Jacking And Changing A Tire
472
Preparations For Jump-Start
478
Jump-Starting Procedure
479
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
481
Automatic Transmission
487
Manual Transmission
488
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
489
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L
491
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L
492
Loose Fuel Filler Cap
494
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
495
REPLACEMENT PARTS
496
Engine Oil
498
Checking Oil Level — 3.6L Engine
498
Checking Oil Level — 5.7L and 6.4L Engine
498
Change Engine Oil — 3.6L and 5.7L Engine
499
Change Engine Oil — 6.4L Engine
499
Engine Oil Selection — 3.6L and 5.7L Engine
500
Engine Oil Selection — 6.4L Engine
500
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol
500
Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine
501
Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine
501
Engine Oil Viscosity — 6.4L Engine
502
Materials Added To Engine Oil
502
Synthetic Engine Oils
502
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
502
Engine Oil Filter
503
Engine Oil Filter Selection
503
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
503
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
503
Maintenance-Free Battery
504
Air Conditioner Maintenance
505
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If Equipped
506
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf — If Equipped
507
A/C Air Filter
507
Body Lubrication
509
Windshield Wiper Blades
509
Adding Washer Fluid
510
Exhaust System
510
Cooling System
513
Coolant Checks
514
Cooling System — Drain Flush And Refill
514
Selection Of Coolant
514
Adding Coolant
515
Cooling System Pressure Cap
517
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
518
Coolant Level
518
Points To Remember
518
Brake System
519
Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check
520
Clutch Hydraulic System — Manual Transmission (If Equipped)
522
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
522
Fluid Level Check
522
Change Transmission Fluid
522
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
523
Selection Of Lubricant
523
Special Additives
523
Fluid Level Check
524
Fluid And Filter Changes
524
Rear Axle
524
Fluid Level Check
524
Change Axle Fluid
525
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
525
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
525
What Causes Corrosion?
525
Washing
526
Special Care
526
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
527
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Equipped
528
Interior Care
528
Cleaning Headlights
529
Glass Surfaces
530
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
530
Seat Belt Maintenance
530
Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
532
Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
537
VEHICLE STORAGE
544
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp — Models with Halogen Headlamps — If Equipped
547
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and Park/Turn Lamp — Models with High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlamps — If Equippe
548
HID Headlamps
548
Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp
549
Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp
549
Center Tail/Backup Lamp
549
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
549
License Lamp
549
Engine
551
Chassis
554
Maintenance Chart — 6.4L
566
Prepare For The Appointment
573
Prepare A List
573
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center
574
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
574
In Mexico Contact:
575
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
575
Service Contract
575
WARRANTY INFORMATION
576
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
577
In Canada
577
Treadwear
579
Traction Grades
579
Temperature Grades
580
INDEX
581
FAQ about the 2015 Dodge Challenger Manual
What contains the 2015 Challenger manual?
The Dodge Challenger owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Dodge to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Dodge Challenger. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Dodge Challenger 2015 owner's manual:
- Basic operations, like starting and stopping the engine and driver settings
- Technical Information, like engine specifications, tire sizes, and recommendations
- Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support
- Best practice for driving your Dodge Challenger
- Fuel Information, with recommended fuel type and fuel tank capacity
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