Dodge Challenger SRT8 (2009 year). Instruction — part 9

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The power sunroof switch is located between the sun
visors on the overhead console.

WARNING!

• Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in

the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.

• In an accident, there is a greater risk of being

thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You
could also be seriously injured or killed. Always
fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all
passengers are also properly secured.

• Do not allow small children to operate the sun-

roof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or
any object, to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.

Power Sunroof Switch

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Opening Sunroof — Partially
Press and hold the switch in the rearward position.
Release the switch when the sunroof is in the position
desired and it will stop moving. If you continue to hold
the switch in the rearward position, the sunroof will open
fully and then stop automatically. Release the switch once
the sunroof stops moving.

Opening Sunroof — Express
Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof
will open automatically from any position. The sunroof
will open fully and then stop automatically. This is called
Express Open. During Express Open operation, any
movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.

Closing Sunroof — Partially
Press and hold the switch in the forward position.
Release the switch when the sunroof is in the position
desired and it will stop moving. If you continue to hold

the switch in the forward position, the sunroof will close
fully and then stop automatically. Release the switch once
the sunroof stops moving.

Closing Sunroof — Express
Press the switch forward and release, and the sunroof
will close automatically from any position. The sunroof
will close fully and stop automatically. This is called
Express Close. During Express Close operation, any
movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.

Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of
the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob-
struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the
sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc-
tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and
release to Express Close.

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Pinch Protect Override
If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing,
press the switch forward and hold for two seconds after
the reversal occurs. This allows the sunroof to move
towards the closed position.

NOTE:

Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is

pressed.

Venting Sunroof — Express
Press and release the

⬙Vent⬙ button in the center of the

switch, and the sunroof will open to the vent position.
This is called Express Vent, which operates regardless of
sunroof position. During Express Vent operation, any
movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.

Sunshade Operation
The sunshade can be opened instructionly. However, the
sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.

NOTE:

The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is

open.

Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the sunroof open, then adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.

Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.

Ignition Off Operation
The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to
60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF.
Opening either door will cancel this feature. The time for

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this feature is programmable. Refer to “Delay Power Off
to Accessories Until Exit,” under “Personal Settings
(Customer-Programmable Features)” under “Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4.

Sunroof Fully Closed
Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the
sunroof is fully closed.

ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
There are two 12-Volt electrical power outlets on this
vehicle. Both of the outlets are protected by a fuse.

The front 12-Volt power outlet has power available only
when the ignition is ON. This power outlet will also
operate a conventional cigar lighter unit.

NOTE:

If desired, the front power outlet can be con-

verted by your authorized dealer to provide power with
the ignition switch in the LOCK position.

The center console power outlet is powered directly from
the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged
into this power outlet may discharge the battery and/or
prevent the engine from starting.

Front Power Outlet

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WARNING!

To avoid serious injury or death:
• Do not use a three-prong adapter.

• Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.

• Do not touch with wet hands.
• Close the lid when not in use and while driving

the vehicle.

• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an

electric shock and failure.

CAUTION!

• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw

power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in
use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, 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 inter-
mittently and with greater caution.

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CAUTION! (Continued)

• 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 acces-
sory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the
power outlet can cause damage.

CUPHOLDERS

Front Cupholders
The front cupholders are located in the center console.

Front Cupholders

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Illuminated Front Cupholders — If Equipped
The front cupholders are illuminated with LEDs. They
are turned on with the headlights or parking lights. Refer
to “Interior Lights” under “Lights” in Section 3.

Rear Cupholders
The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest
between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned
forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide
convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while
maintaining a resting place for the rear occupants’ el-
bows.

CONSOLE FEATURES

Sliding Center Console Armrest
The center console armrest slides forward with three
detents to provide flexibility for comfort, cupholder use,
and shifting ease.

Rear Cupholders

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Console Storage
The center console has a storage compartment located
underneath the armrest, and also contains a 12-Volt
power outlet, a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold
various size coins). The center console may also be
equipped with a Universal Consumer Interface (UCI).

UCI supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod

威 and

iPhone

威 devices. Refer to “Universal Consumer Interface

(UCI) — If Equipped” in Section 4 for further informa-
tion.

Sliding Console Armrest

Center Console

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REAR WINDOW FEATURES

Rear Window Defroster

The rear window defroster button is located on the
climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button to

turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside
mirrors (if equipped). An indicator in the button will
illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The
rear window defroster automatically turns off after ap-
proximately 10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of
operation, press the button a second time.

NOTE:

To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear

window defroster only when the engine is operating.

CAUTION!

Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
• Use care when washing the inside of the rear

window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to
the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.

• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-

sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.

• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

CONTENTS

䡵 Instrument Panel Features

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

䡵 Instrument Cluster

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

䡵 Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . 155
䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center

(EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)

Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System

. . . . . 169

▫ Trip Functions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

▫ Performance Features

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

▫ Keyless Go Display — If Equipped

. . . . . . 175

▫ Compass Display

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176

▫ Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) – If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

▫ System Warnings

(Customer Information Features) . . . . . . . . . 178

▫ Personal Settings

(Customer-Programmable Features) . . . . . . . 178

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䡵 Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And

6–Disc CD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX Jack) . . . 182

▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode

. . . . . 182

▫ Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD

And MP3/WMA Audio Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . 187

▫ Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files

. . . . . . 189

▫ List Button

(Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) . . . . . . . . . 191

▫ Info Button

(Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) . . . . . . . . . 192

䡵 AM/FM/CD/DVD Radio (RER/REN) – If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition

System (VR) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

▫ Operating Instructions — uconnect威 phone

— If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

▫ Clock Setting Procedure

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

䡵 Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With

CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197

▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode

. . . . 197

▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD

And MP3 Audio Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files

. . . . . . . . . . . 202

▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode . . . 205

䡵 Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio

With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius
Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206

▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode

. . . . 206

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▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD

And MP3 Audio Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211

▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files

. . . . . . . . . . . 213

▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . . . . 216
▫ Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)

. . . . 216

䡵 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217

▫ Connecting The iPod威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
▫ Using This Feature

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218

▫ Controlling The iPod威 Using

Radio Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219

▫ Play Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
▫ List Or Browse Mode

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220

䡵 uconnect威 studios (Satellite Radio) — If

Equipped
(REN/REQ/RER/RES Radios Only) . . . . . . . . . 222

▫ System Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius

Identification Number (ESN/SID) . . . . . . . . . 223

▫ Selecting uconnect威 studios

(Satellite) Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224

▫ Satellite Antenna

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224

▫ Reception Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect威 studios

(Satellite) Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224

▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect威 phone

(If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226

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䡵 Kicker威 High Performance Sound System With

Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) –
If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227

䡵 Remote Sound System Controls

. . . . . . . . . . 228

䡵 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones . . . . . . 230

䡵 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230

▫ Instruction Air Conditioning And Heating

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230

▫ Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235

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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES

1 — Air Outlets

5 — Heated Seat Switch

9 — Ignition Switch

2 — Instrument Cluster

6 — ESP OFF Switch

10 — Trunk Release Switch

3 — Glove Compartment

7 — Hazard Warning Switch

11 — Headlight Switch

4 — Radio

8 — Climate Control

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION

1. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.

2. Trip Odometer Button
Press this button to change the display from odometer to
either of two trip odometer settings. The letter “A” or “B”
will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and
hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer
to 0 miles (km). The odometer must be in TRIP mode to
reset it.

3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.

4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light

This light will turn on when the electronic
speed control is on.

5. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear
range. Ease up on the accelerator before reaching the red
area.

6. Charging System Warning Light

This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should turn on when the

ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly
as a bulb check. If the light stays on or turns on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices (i.e., radio) or slightly increase engine
speed (if at idle). If the light remains on, it means that the
charging system is experiencing a problem. See your
local authorized dealer to obtain service immediately.

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