Dodge Challenger (2019 year). Manual

Tire Service Kit Storage

The Tire Service Kit is located in the trunk.

Tire Service Kit Components And Operation

Tire Service Kit Location

Tire Service Kit Components

1 — Power Button

4 — Sealant Bottle

7 — Power Plug

2 — Mode Select
Knob

5 — Air Pump Hose
(Black)

8 — Pressure Gauge

3 — Sealant Hose
(Clear)

6 — Sealant Bottle
Release Button

9 — Deflation Button

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Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses

Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following
symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode.

Selecting Air Mode

Push in the Mode Select Knob (2) and turn to this
position for air pump operation only. Use the
Black Air Pump Hose (5) when selecting this
mode.

Selecting Sealant Mode

Push in the Mode Select Knob (2) and turn to this
position to inject the Tire Service Kit Sealant and
to inflate the tire. Use the Sealant Hose (clear
hose) (3) when selecting this mode.

Using The Power Button

Push and release the Power Button (1) once to
turn on the Tire Service Kit. Push and release the
Power Button (1) again to turn Off the Tire
Service Kit.

Using The Deflation Button

Push the Deflation Button (9) to reduce the air
pressure in the tire if it becomes over-inflated.

Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
• Replace the Tire Service Kit Sealant Bottle (4) and Sealant

Hose (3) prior to the expiration date (printed at the
upper right hand corner on the bottle label) to assure
optimum operation of the system. Refer to “Sealing A
Tire With Tire Service Kit” section (F) “Sealant Bottle
And Hose Replacement”.

Tire Service Kit Sealant Expiration Date Location

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• The Sealant Bottle (4) and Sealant Hose (3) are a one tire

application use and need to be replaced after each use.
Always replace these components immediately at your
original equipment vehicle dealer.

• When the Tire Service Kit sealant is in a liquid form,

clean water and a damp cloth will remove the material
from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the
sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly
discarded.

• For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on

the wheel is free of debris before connecting the Tire
Service Kit.

• You can use the Tire Service Kit air pump to inflate

bicycle tires. The kit also comes with two needles,
located in the Accessory Storage Compartment (on the
bottom of the air pump) for inflating sport balls, rafts, or
similar inflatable items. However, use only the Air Pump
Hose (5) and make sure the Mode Select Knob (2) is in
the Air Mode when inflating such items to avoid inject-
ing sealant into them. The Tire Service Kit Sealant is only
intended to seal punctures less than 1/4 inch (6 mm)
diameter in the tread of your tire.

• Do not lift or carry the Tire Service Kit by the hoses.

WARNING!

• Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle

closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid
the danger of being hit when using the Tire Service
Kit.

• Do not use Tire Service Kit or drive the vehicle under

the following circumstances:

– If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately

1/4 inch (6 mm) or larger.

– If the tire has any sidewall damage.
– If the tire has any damage from driving with

extremely low tire pressure.

– If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat

tire.

– If the wheel has any damage.
– If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the

wheel.

• Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or heat

source.

• A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward in a collision

or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the
vehicle. Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the place
provided. Failure to follow these warnings can result

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WARNING! (Continued)

in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.

• Take care not to allow the contents of Tire Service Kit

to come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. Tire
Service Kit sealant is harmful if inhaled, swallowed,
or absorbed through the skin. It causes skin, eye, and
respiratory irritation. Flush immediately with plenty
of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin.
Change clothing as soon as possible, if there is any
contact with clothing.

• Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In

case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physi-
cian immediately. Keep Tire Service Kit out of reach
of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately
with plenty of water and drink plenty of water. Do
not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immedi-
ately.

Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit

(A) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:

1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s

Hazard Warning flashers.

2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the

deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground.
This will allow the Tire Service Kit Hoses (3) and (5) to
reach the valve stem and keep the Tire Service Kit flat on
the ground. This will provide the best positioning of the
kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and
running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary to
place the valve stem in this position before proceeding.

3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto transmission) or in

Gear (manual transmission) and place the ignition in the
OFF position.

4. Apply the parking brake.

(B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:

1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (2) and turn to the Sealant

Mode position.

2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (3) and then remove the cap

from the fitting at the end of the hose.

3. Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground next to the

deflated tire.

4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the

fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (3) onto the valve
stem.

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5. Uncoil the Power Plug (7) and insert the plug into the

vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet.

NOTE:

Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or

nails) from the tire.

Service Kit.

NOTE:

Manual transmission vehicles must have the park-

ing brake engaged and the gear selector in NEUTRAL.
• After pushing the Power Button (1), the sealant (white

fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (4) through the
Sealant Hose (3) and into the tire.

NOTE:

Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the

tire.

If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10
seconds through the Sealant Hose (3):

1. Push the Power Button (1) to turn Off the Tire Service

Kit. Disconnect the Sealant Hose (3) from the valve stem.
Make sure the valve stem is free of debris. Reconnect the
Sealant Hose (3) to the valve stem. Check that the Mode

Select Knob (2) is in the Sealant Mode position and not
Air Mode. Push the Power Button (1) to turn On the Tire
Service Kit.

2. Connect the Power Plug (7) to a different 12 Volt power

outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if available.
Make sure the engine is running before turning ON the
Tire Service Kit.

3. The Sealant Bottle (4) may be empty due to previous

use. Call for assistance.

NOTE:

If the Mode Select Knob (2) is on Air Mode and the

pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump
Hose (5) only, not the Sealant Hose (3).

If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Sealant
Hose (3):

1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer

flowing through the hose (typically takes 30 - 70 sec-
onds). As the sealant flows through the Sealant Hose (3),
the Pressure Gauge (8) can read as high as 70 psi
(4.8 Bar). The Pressure Gauge (8) will decrease quickly
from approximately 70 psi (4.8 Bar) to the actual tire
pressure when the Sealant Bottle (4) is empty.

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2. The pump will start to inject air into the tire immedi-

ately after the Sealant Bottle (4) is empty. Continue to
operate the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure
indicated on the tire pressure label on the driver-side
latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire
pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (8).

If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar)
pressure within 15 minutes:
• The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive

the vehicle further. Call for assistance.

NOTE:

If the tire becomes overinflated, push the Deflation

Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recommended
inflation pressure before continuing.

If the tire inflates to the recommended pressure or is at
least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) pressure within 15 minutes:

1. Push the Power Button (1) to turn off the Tire Service

Kit.

2. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the

Sealant Bottle (4) and place the sticker on the instrument
panel.

3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (3) from the

valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of
the hose, and place the Tire Service Kit in the vehicle
storage location. Quickly proceed to (D) “Drive Ve-
hicle.”

CAUTION!

• The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get

hot after use, so it should be handled carefully.

• Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of

the Sealant Hose (6) can result in sealant contacting
your skin, clothing, and the vehicle’s interior. It can
also result in sealant contacting internal Tire Service
Kit components which may cause permanent damage
to the kit.

(D) Drive Vehicle:

Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire,
drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or ten minutes to ensure
distribution of the Tire Service Kit Sealant within the tire.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

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WARNING!

Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have
the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using
Tire Service Kit. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) until
the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this
warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal
to you, your passengers, and others around you.

(E) After Driving:

Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “(A) Whenever You
Stop To Use Tire Service Kit” before continuing.

1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (2) and turn to the Air

Mode position.

2. Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the

vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet.

3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (5) (black in color) and screw

the fitting at the end of hose onto the valve stem.

4. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure

Gauge (8).

If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar):

The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the
vehicle further. Call for assistance.

If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher:

1. Push the Power Button (1) to turn on Tire Service Kit

and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire
and loading information label on the driver-side door
opening.

NOTE:

If the tire becomes over-inflated, push the Deflation

Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recommended
inflation pressure before continuing.

2. Disconnect the Tire Service Kit from the valve stem,

reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12
Volt outlet.

3. Place the Tire Service Kit in its proper storage area in the

vehicle.

4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the

earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire
service center.

5. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the instrument

panel after the tire has been repaired.

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6. Replace the Sealant Bottle (4) and Sealant Hose (3)

assembly at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Refer to “(F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement”.

NOTE:

When having the tire serviced, advise the autho-

rized dealer or service center that the tire has been sealed
using the Tire Service Kit.

(F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement:

1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (3) (clear in color).

2. Locate the red colored round Sealant Bottle release

button at the lower right hand corner of the kit.

3. Push and hold the Sealant Bottle release button, then

pull out the bottle holding the button.

4. Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire Service Kit

housing.

5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (4) in the housing so that

the Sealant Hose (3) aligns with the hose slot in the front
of the housing. Push and hold the Sealant Bottle release
button, then push the bottle into the housing by holding
the button. An audible click will be heard indicating the
bottle is locked into place. Release the button.

6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of

the Sealant Hose (3) and return the hose to its storage
area (located on top of the housing).

7. Return the Tire Service Kit to its storage location in the

vehicle.

JUMP STARTING

If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another
vehicle, or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump
starting can be dangerous if done improperly, so please
follow the procedures in this section carefully.

WARNING!

Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen. It
could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.

CAUTION!

Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other
booster source with a system voltage greater than 12
Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator
or electrical system may occur.

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NOTE:

When using a portable battery booster pack, follow

the manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions.

Preparations For Jump Start

The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk.
Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the
engine compartment for jump starting.

WARNING!

• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever

the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition
switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan
blades.

• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch

bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.

• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your

skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.

1. Apply the parking brake, shift into PARK (automatic

transmission) or FIRST GEAR (manual transmission)
and cycle the ignition to OFF.

2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical

accessories.

3. If using another vehicle to jump start the battery, park

the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.

Jump Starting Locations

(+) — Remote Positive Post
(-) — Remote Negative Post

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WARNING!

Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could
establish a ground connection and personal injury
could result.

Jump Starting Procedure

WARNING!

Failure to follow this jump starting procedure could
result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.

CAUTION!

Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.

Connecting The Jumper Cables

1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the

remote positive (+) post of the vehicle with the dis-
charged battery.

2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper

cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.

3. Connect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable to the

negative (-) post of the booster battery.

4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper

cable to the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.

WARNING!

Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post
of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury. Only use the specific ground point, do
not use any other exposed metal parts.

5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster

battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.

CAUTION!

Do not run the booster vehicle engine above 2,000 rpm
since it provides no charging benefit, wastes fuel, and
can damage booster vehicle engine.

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6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in

the reverse sequence:

Disconnecting The Jumper Cables

1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable from

the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with the
discharged battery.

2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper

cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery.

3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from

the positive (+) post of the booster battery.

4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper

cable from the remote positive (+) post of the vehicle
with the discharged battery.

If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at an authorized dealer.

CAUTION!

Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets
draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not
in use (i.e., cellular devices, etc.). Eventually, if plugged

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in long enough without engine operation, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS

In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in

NEUTRAL, but do not increase the engine idle speed
while preventing vehicle motion with the brakes.

NOTE:

There are steps that you can take to slow down an

impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C

system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.

• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum

heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to
high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement

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to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the
engine cooling system.

WARNING!

You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you
see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not
open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when
the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.

CAUTION!

Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your
vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads HOT (H), pull
over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back
into the normal range. If the pointer remains on HOT
(H), and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine
off immediately and call for service.

MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION

WARNING!

Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the
parking brake before activating the Manual Park Re-
lease. In addition, you should be seated in the driver’s
seat with your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
activating the Manual Park Release. Activating the
Manual Park Release will allow your vehicle to roll
away if it is not secured by the parking brake, or by
proper connection to a tow vehicle. Activating the
Manual Park Release on an unsecured vehicle could
lead to serious injury or death for those in or around
the vehicle.

In order to move the vehicle in cases where the transmis-
sion will not shift out of PARK (such as a dead battery), a
Manual Park Release is available.

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Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release:

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.

2. Remove the console storage bin to access the Manual

Park Release lever.

3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, fish the tether

strap up through the opening in the console base.

4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.

5. Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the center of the

lever, and disengage the lever locking tab by pushing it
to the right.

Console Storage Bin

Locking Tab

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6. While holding the locking tab in the disengaged posi-

tion, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever up and
rearward until it locks in place in the vertical position.
The vehicle is now out of PARK and can be moved.
Release the parking brake only when the vehicle is
securely connected to a tow vehicle.

To Reset The Manual Park Release:

1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the rear side)

rearward (away from the lever) to unlatch the lever.

2. Rotate the Manual Park Release lever forward and

down, to its original position, until the locking tab snaps
into place to secure the lever.

3. Pull up gently on the tether strap to confirm that the

lever is locked in its stowed position.

4. Tuck the tether strap into the base of the console.

Reinstall the console storage bin.

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE

If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can
often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering
wheel right and left to clear the area around the front
wheels. For vehicles with automatic transmission, push
and hold the lock button on the gear selector. Then shift
back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE (with auto-
matic transmission) or FIRST GEAR and REVERSE (with
manual transmission), while gently pressing the accelera-
tor. Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that
will maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels or racing the engine.

Tether Strap

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NOTE:

For vehicles with automatic transmission: Shifts

between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be achieved at
wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less. Whenever the
transmission remains in NEUTRAL for more than two
seconds, you must press the brake pedal to engage DRIVE
or REVERSE.

CAUTION!

Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce the
risk of clutch or transmission failure during prolonged
efforts to free a stuck vehicle.

NOTE:

Push the “ESC Off” switch (if necessary), to place

the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in “Partial
Off” mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic
Brake Control System” in “Safety” for further information.
Once the vehicle has been freed, push the

⬙ESC Off⬙ switch

again to restore “ESC On” mode.

WARNING!

Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated
by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even
failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and
injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels
faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30
seconds continuously without stopping when you are
stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no
matter what the speed.

CAUTION!

• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between

DRIVE / FIRST GEAR and REVERSE, do not spin
the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drive-
train damage may result.

• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast

may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It
can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmis-
sion shifting occurring).

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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service.

Towing Condition

Wheels OFF The

Ground

RWD MODELS

AWD MODELS

Flat Tow

NONE

If transmission is operable:

• Transmission in NEUTRAL

• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed

• 30 miles (48 km) max distance

NOT ALLOWED

Wheel Lift Or

Dolly Tow

Front

NOT RECOMMENDED (but,

if used, same limitations as

above)

NOT ALLOWED

Rear

NOT RECOMMENDED

NOT RECOMMENDED, but, if
used:

• Ignition in ON/RUN mode

• Transmission in NEUTRAL

(NOT in PARK)

Flatbed

ALL

BEST METHOD

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