2016 Dodge Challenger Owner's Manual
Year:
2016
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
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
11
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
14
Keyless Push Button Ignition
14
Key Fob
15
Ignition Or Accessory On Message
17
SENTRY KEY
18
Replacement Keys
19
Customer Key Programming
20
General Information
20
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
21
Rearming Of The System
21
To Arm The System
21
To Disarm The System
22
Tamper Alert
23
Security System Manual Override
23
ILLUMINATED ENTRY
23
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)
24
To Unlock The Doors
25
1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks
25
Flash Lights With Lock
25
Headlight Illumination On Approach
25
To Lock The Doors
25
Sound Horn With Lock
26
To Unlatch The Trunk
26
Using The Panic Alarm
26
Programming Additional Transmitters
27
Transmitter Battery Replacement
27
General Information
29
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
29
How To Use Remote Start
30
Remote Start Abort Message
31
To Enter Remote Start Mode
31
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle
32
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
32
Cancel Remote Start
32
DOOR LOCKS
33
Manual Door Locks
33
Power Door Locks
35
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped
35
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit
36
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming
36
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO
36
WINDOWS
41
Power Windows
41
AUTO-Down Feature — If Equipped
42
TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE
43
TRUNK SAFETY WARNING
44
Trunk Emergency Release
44
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
45
Important Safety Precautions
45
Seat Belt Systems
47
Driver And Passenger BeltAlert (If Equipped)
47
Lap/Shoulder Belts
49
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
51
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
53
Seat Belt Extender
54
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
55
Seat Belt Pretensioner
55
Energy Management Feature
56
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR)
56
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
58
Air Bag System Components
58
Advanced Front Air Bags
59
Advanced Front Air Bag Features
60
Advanced Front Air Bag Operation
61
Knee Impact Bolsters
62
Supplemental Side Air Bags
63
If A Deployment Occurs
68
Enhanced Accident Response System
69
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure
70
Air Bag Warning Light
70
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light
71
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
72
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
73
Child Restraints
74
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
75
Infants And Child Restraints
76
Older Children And Child Restraints
77
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
78
Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints
80
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) Restraint System
81
LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
82
Locating LATCH Anchorages
85
Locating Tether Anchorages
86
Center Seat LATCH
86
To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
87
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt:
88
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt
89
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle
90
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
92
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage
93
Transporting Pets
95
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
95
SAFETY TIPS
98
Transporting Passengers
98
Exhaust Gas
99
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
100
Seat Belts
100
Air Bag Warning Light
100
Defroster
100
Floor Mat Safety Information
100
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
102
Tires
102
Lights
102
Door Latches
102
Fluid Leaks
102
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
103
MIRRORS
109
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
109
Outside Mirrors
116
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
116
Power Mirrors
117
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
117
Vanity Mirrors
118
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
118
“Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor
118
BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED
119
Rear Cross Path — If Equipped
125
Modes Of Operation
127
General Information
128
SEATS
128
Power Seats
129
Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward
129
Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down
130
Tilting The Seat Up Or Down
130
Power Lumbar — If Equipped
130
Front Heated Seats — If Equipped
131
Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
133
Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment
133
Manual Front Seatback Recline
134
Passenger Seat Easy Entry
135
Head Restraints
136
Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats
136
Folding Rear Seat
138
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
140
LIGHTS
142
Headlight Switch
142
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
143
Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
143
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If Equipped
143
To Activate
144
To Deactivate
144
Headlight Time Delay
145
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped
145
Lights-On Reminder
146
Fog Lights — If Equipped
146
Multifunction Lever
147
Turn Signals
147
Lane Change Assist
148
High/Low Beam Switch
148
Flash-To-Pass
148
Map/Reading Lights
148
Interior Lights
149
Dimmer Controls
150
Dome Light Position
151
Interior Light Defeat (OFF)
151
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)
151
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
151
Intermittent Wiper System
152
Mist Feature
152
Windshield Washers
153
Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
153
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped
154
MANUAL TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
155
POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED
156
HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED
157
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
158
To Activate
159
To Set A Desired Speed
160
To Deactivate
160
To Resume Speed
160
To Vary The Speed Setting
160
To Accelerate For Passing
162
Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills
162
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF EQUIPPED
163
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation
165
Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
166
To Activate/Deactivate
167
To Set A Desired ACC Speed
168
To Cancel
168
To Turn Off
169
To Resume
169
To Vary The Speed Setting
169
Setting The Following Distance In ACC
172
Overtake Aid
176
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu
176
Display Warnings And Maintenance
177
“Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning
177
Service ACC/FCW Warning
179
Precautions While Driving With ACC
179
Towing A Trailer
179
Offset Driving
179
Turns And Bends
180
Using ACC On Hills
181
Lane Changing
181
Narrow Vehicles
182
Stationary Objects And Vehicles
183
General Information
183
Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control Mode
184
To Set A Desired Speed
185
To Vary The Speed Setting
185
To Cancel
187
To Resume Speed
187
To Turn Off
187
FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) — IF EQUIPPED
188
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Operation
188
Turning FCW ON Or OFF
189
Changing FCW Status
190
Service FCW Warning
191
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
191
ParkSense Sensors
191
ParkSense Warning Display
192
ParkSense Display
192
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense
196
Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
196
Cleaning The ParkSense System
197
ParkSense System Usage Precautions
197
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF EQUIPPED
199
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
202
Courtesy/Reading Lights
202
Sunglasses Storage
202
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
203
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink
204
Programming A Rolling Code
204
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button (Rolling Code)
206
Programming A Non-Rolling Code
206
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button (Non-Rolling Code)
207
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
208
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button (Canadian/Gate Operator)
209
Using HomeLink
209
Security
209
Troubleshooting Tips
210
General Information
211
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
211
Opening Sunroof — Express
213
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode
213
Closing Sunroof — Express
213
Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode
213
Pinch Protect Feature
213
Venting Sunroof — Express
214
Sunshade Operation
214
Wind Buffeting
214
Sunroof Maintenance
214
Ignition Off Operation
215
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
215
CUPHOLDERS
219
Front Cupholders
219
Rear Cupholders
220
STORAGE
220
Glove Compartment
220
Console Storage
221
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
222
Rear Window Defroster
222
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
223
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
226
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE
227
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM
230
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
232
Red Telltale Indicator Lights
233
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
233
Air Bag Warning Light
234
Brake Warning Light
235
Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
237
Engine Temperature Warning Light
238
Charging System Warning Light
239
Oil Pressure Warning Light
240
Oil Temperature Warning Light
240
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
241
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
242
Electric Power Steering Fail Warning — If Equipped
243
Door Open Warning Light — If Equipped
243
Trunk Open Warning Light
244
Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
245
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
245
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped
247
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped
248
Low Washer Fluid Indicator Light — If Equipped
248
Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light
249
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light
252
Low Fuel Indicator Light
253
Adaptive Cruise Control Alert Indicator Light — If Equipped
253
Forward Collision Indicator Light — If Equipped
254
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light
254
Green Telltale Indicator Lights
255
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
255
Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light
255
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
256
Electronic Speed Control Set Indicator Light
257
Blue Telltale Indicator Light
257
High Beam Indicator Light
257
White Telltale Indicator Light
258
Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Light
258
DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID)
259
Engine Oil Life Reset
261
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go
262
Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) – If Equipped
263
Cruise Control
264
DID Selectable Menu Items
264
Speedometer
264
Vehicle Info
264
Performance Features — If Equipped
265
Driver Assist — If Equipped
270
Fuel Economy
271
Trip Info
272
Audio
272
Stored Messages
272
Screen Setup
273
Diagnostics — If Equipped
274
UCONNECT SETTINGS
275
Buttons On The Faceplate
276
Buttons On The Touchscreen
277
Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect 5.0 Settings
277
Display
277
Units
278
Voice
279
Clock & Date
279
Safety/Assistance
280
Lights
283
Doors & Locks
285
Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
286
Engine Off Options
286
Compass Settings — If Equipped
287
Audio
288
Phone/Bluetooth
289
SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
290
Restore Settings
290
Clear Personal Data
291
Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect 8.4 Settings
291
Display
292
Units
294
Voice
295
Clock
295
Safety & Driving Assistance
296
Lights
300
Doors & Locks
301
Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
303
Engine Off Options
304
Audio
304
Phone/Bluetooth
305
SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
306
Restore Settings
306
Clear Personal Data
307
System Information
307
Performance Pages — If Equipped
307
Home
309
Timers
310
Gauges 1
313
Gauges 2
314
G-Force
315
Engine
317
Performance Control — If Equipped
318
Launch Mode
318
Drive Mode Set-Up
323
Default Mode
325
Sport Mode
326
UCONNECT RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED
332
iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
332
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED
334
Radio Operation
334
Media Mode
335
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE DEVICES
335
Regulatory And Safety Information
335
CLIMATE CONTROLS
337
General Overview
337
Climate Control Functions
343
A/C (Air Conditioning)
343
Recirculation
344
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
345
Automatic Operation
345
Manual Operation Override
346
Operating Tips
347
Summer Operation
347
Winter Operation
347
Vacation Storage
347
Window Fogging
347
Outside Air Intake
348
A/C Air Filter
348
Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions
349
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS
350
Introducing Uconnect
350
Get Started
351
Basic Voice Commands
353
Radio
354
Media
356
Phone
357
Voice Text Reply
359
Climate (8.4A/8.4AN)
361
Navigation (8.4A/8.4AN)
362
Uconnect Access (8.4A/8.4AN)
363
Vehicle Health Alert
364
Register (8.4A/8.4AN)
364
Mobile App (8.4A/8.4AN)
365
Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4AN)
366
Yelp (8.4A/8.4AN)
367
SiriusXM Travel Link (8.4A/8.4AN)
369
Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped
369
Do Not Disturb
370
General Information
370
Additional Information
371
STARTING AND OPERATING
373
STARTING PROCEDURES
378
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
379
Normal Starting With Integrated Key — Manual Transmission
379
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
379
Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start)
380
Keyless Enter-N-Go
380
Normal Starting
381
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button — Automatic Transmission Only
381
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button — Manual Transmission Only
381
To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button — Automatic Transmission Only
382
To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button — Manual Transmission Only
382
Keyless Enter-N-Go Functions — With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal/Clutch Pedal (In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position)
383
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C)
384
If Engine Fails To Start
384
Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) — Automatic Transmission Only
384
Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) — Manual Transmission Only
385
After Starting
385
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
385
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
386
Six-Speed Manual Transmission
386
Shifting
387
Recommended Shift Speeds
388
1–4 Skip Shift
389
Downshifting
390
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
390
Key Ignition Park Interlock
392
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
392
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
392
Gear Ranges
394
AUTOSTICK
400
Operation
400
SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCE CONTROL
403
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES
403
Acceleration
403
Traction
404
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
404
Flowing/Rising Water
404
Shallow Standing Water
405
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
406
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L/6.4L ENGINES ONLY — IF EQUIPPED
407
PARKING BRAKE
408
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
409
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
409
BRAKE SYSTEM
411
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
412
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
412
Brake System Warning Light
412
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
412
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
414
Brake Assist System (BAS)
415
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
415
Towing With HSA
417
Disabling And Enabling HSA
417
Traction Control System (TCS)
418
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
419
ESC Operating Modes
420
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and ESC OFF Indicator Light
423
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
424
Ready Alert Braking (RAB)
425
Rainy Brake Support (RBS)
425
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
426
Tire Markings
426
Tire Sizing Chart
427
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
429
Tire Terminology And Definitions
431
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
432
Tire And Loading Information Placard Location
432
Tire And Loading Information Placard
433
Loading
433
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION
437
Tire Pressure
437
Safety
437
Fuel Economy
438
Tread Wear
438
Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability
438
Tire Inflation Pressures
439
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
440
Radial Ply Tires
440
Tire Types
441
All Season Tires — If Equipped
441
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
441
Snow Tires
442
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
443
Spare Tires — If Equipped
443
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped
443
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
444
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
445
Limited-Use Spare — If Equipped
445
Tire Spinning
446
Tread Wear Indicators
446
Life Of Tire
447
Replacement Tires
448
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
449
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
451
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)
452
Premium System
454
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
455
Service TPMS Warning
456
General Information
458
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
458
3.6L Engine — If Equipped
458
5.7L Engine (With Automatic Transmission)
459
5.7L Engine (With Manual Transmission)
459
6.4L Engine
460
Reformulated Gasoline
460
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
461
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
461
MMT In Gasoline
462
Materials Added To Fuel
462
Fuel System Cautions
463
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
464
ADDING FUEL
464
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
464
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
466
VEHICLE LOADING
467
Vehicle Certification Label
467
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
467
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
467
Overloading
468
Loading
468
TRAILER TOWING
469
Common Towing Definitions
469
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
469
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
469
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
470
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
470
Tongue Weight (TW)
470
Frontal Area
470
Trailer Sway Control
471
Weight-Carrying Hitch
471
Weight-Distributing Hitch
471
Trailer Hitch Classification
472
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
474
Trailer And Tongue Weight
475
Towing Requirements
476
Towing Requirements — Tires
478
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
478
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring
479
Towing Tips
481
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
481
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
481
AutoStick
481
Cooling System
482
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
482
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
482
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
483
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
483
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
485
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
487
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
487
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED
488
Tire Service Kit
488
Tire Service Kit Storage
489
Tire Service Kit Components And Operation
489
Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses
490
Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
490
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
493
(A) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:
493
(B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:
493
(C) Injecting Tire Service Kit Sealant Into The Deflated Tire:
494
(D) Drive Vehicle:
496
(E) After Driving:
497
(F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement:
498
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
499
Torque Specifications
499
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
500
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
501
Preparations For Jacking
503
Jacking And Changing A Tire
504
Road Tire Installation
508
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES
509
Preparations For Jump-Start
510
Jump-Starting Procedure
511
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
513
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION
515
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
518
Automatic Transmission
519
Manual Transmission
520
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
521
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L
524
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L
525
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L (392 HEMI)
526
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
527
Loose Fuel Filler Cap
527
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
528
REPLACEMENT PARTS
529
DEALER SERVICE
530
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
530
Engine Oil
531
Checking Oil Level — 3.6L Engine
531
Checking Oil Level — 5.7L and 6.4L Engine
532
Change Engine Oil — 3.6L and 5.7L Engine
532
Change Engine Oil — 6.4L Engine
532
Engine Oil Selection — 3.6L and 5.7L Engine
533
Engine Oil Selection — 6.4L Engine
533
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol
533
Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine
534
Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine
534
Engine Oil Viscosity — 6.4L Engine
535
Materials Added To Engine Oil
535
Shaker Hood — If Equipped
535
Synthetic Engine Oils
537
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
537
Engine Oil Filter
538
Engine Oil Filter Selection
538
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
538
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
538
Maintenance-Free Battery
539
Air Conditioner Maintenance
540
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If Equipped
541
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf — If Equipped
542
A/C Air Filter
542
Body Lubrication
544
Windshield Wiper Blades
544
Adding Washer Fluid
545
Exhaust System
545
Cooling System
548
Coolant Checks
548
Cooling System — Drain Flush And Refill
549
Selection Of Coolant
549
Adding Coolant
550
Cooling System Pressure Cap
551
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
552
Coolant Level
552
Points To Remember
553
Brake System
554
Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check
554
Clutch Hydraulic System — Manual Transmission (If Equipped)
556
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
556
Fluid Level Check
556
Change Transmission Fluid
557
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
557
Selection Of Lubricant
557
Special Additives
557
Fluid Level Check
558
Fluid And Filter Changes
558
Rear Axle
559
Fluid Level Check
559
Change Axle Fluid
559
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
559
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
559
What Causes Corrosion?
560
Washing
560
Special Care
561
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
561
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Equipped
562
Interior Care
563
Cleaning Headlights
564
Glass Surfaces
564
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
564
Seat Belt Maintenance
565
Cleaning The Center Console Cupholders
565
FUSES
566
Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
567
Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
571
VEHICLE STORAGE
579
REPLACEMENT BULBS
579
BULB REPLACEMENT
582
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp — Models with Halogen Headlamps — If Equipped
582
Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and Park/Turn Lamp — Models with High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlamps — If Equippe
583
HID Headlamps
583
Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp
584
Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp
584
Center Tail/Backup Lamp
584
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
584
License Lamp
584
FLUID CAPACITIES
585
Fluid Capacities — 3.6L
585
Fluid Capacities — 5.7L Automatic Transmission
586
Fluid Capacities — 5.7L Manual Transmission
587
Fluid Capacities — 6.4L
588
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
589
Important Information
589
Engine — 3.6L
590
Chassis — 3.6L
591
Engine — 5.7L
592
Chassis — 5.7L Automatic Transmission
593
Chassis — 5.7L Manual Transmission
594
Engine — 6.4L
595
Chassis — 6.4L Automatic Transmission
596
Chassis — 6.4L Manual Transmission
597
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
599
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 3.6L
600
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 5.7L
602
Maintenance Chart — 3.6L And 5.7L
604
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 6.4L
607
Maintenance Chart — 6.4L
610
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
617
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE
619
Prepare For The Appointment
619
Prepare A List
619
Be Reasonable With Requests
619
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
619
FCA US LLC Customer Center
620
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
620
In Mexico Contact
620
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
621
Service Contract
621
WARRANTY INFORMATION
622
MOPAR PARTS
622
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
623
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
623
In Canada
623
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS
623
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
625
Treadwear
625
Traction Grades
625
Temperature Grades
626
INDEX
627
2016 Dodge Challenger Overview
Introduction
The 2016 Dodge Challenger is a bold and powerful muscle car that seamlessly combines retro styling with modern performance. It pays homage to its iconic predecessors while incorporating innovative technology and a wide variety of engine options. This car offers an invigorating driving experience that is undeniably thrilling for enthusiasts and casual drivers alike. With a spacious interior and ample trunk space, the Challenger confidently stands out in the competitive sports coupe segment.
Powertrains
The 2016 Challenger offers a variety of exhilarating powertrains to cater to different driving styles. The base model features a robust 3.6-liter V6 engine that generates an impressive 305 horsepower and 268 lb-ft of torque, delivering a satisfying performance. For those seeking a higher thrill, the R/T models come equipped with a mighty 5.7-liter HEMI V8 that produces 375 horsepower. However, the ultimate power experience lies in the SRT models, where the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 roars with 485 horsepower, and the legendary SRT Hellcat boasts an astounding 707 horsepower from its supercharged 6.2-liter V8, making it one of the most potent production cars on the market.
Trims
The 2016 Dodge Challenger offers a variety of trims to suit every preference, including the base SXT, SXT Plus, R/T, R/T Plus, 392 HEMI Scat Pack, SRT 392, and the high-performance SRT Hellcat. Each trim features unique styling cues, performance enhancements, and a selection of available packages to customize your ride to perfection.
Features
Inside, the Challenger is equipped with features designed for comfort and convenience. Standard infotainment includes a 7-inch touchscreen display, Bluetooth connectivity, and a six-speaker audio system. Higher trims offer premium upgrades such as leather upholstery, a larger 8.4-inch touchscreen, navigation, and a powerful 18-speaker audio system. Safety features are also prevalent, ensuring peace of mind with options such as rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, and advanced airbag systems.
Owner's Manual
The 2016 Dodge Challenger comes with a comprehensive owner's manual designed to help drivers navigate the vehicle's extensive features and systems. It provides valuable information about maintenance, troubleshooting, and understanding the advanced technologies that enhance the driving experience, ensuring that every owner can enjoy their Challenger to the fullest.
User manual download
The Dodge Challenger owner manual for the 2016 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2016 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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