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After starting, Engine block heater — if equipped – Dodge 2011 Challenger - Owner Manual User Manual

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the way to the floor and hold it, then press and hold the

ENGINE START/STOP button for no more than 15 sec-

onds. Release the accelerator pedal and the clutch pedal,

wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”

procedure.
Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using Fob With
Integrated Key)
If the engine fails to start after you have followed the

“Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce-

dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel, push

the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it.

Then, turn the ignition switch to the START position and

release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor

will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this

occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition

switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then

repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.

CAUTION!

To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec-
onds before trying again.

After Starting
The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will

decrease as the engine warms up.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits

quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a

standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a

grounded, three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on

the driver side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap that

is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power

Module.

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