Dodge 2016 Challenger, Operating Information Manual

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The electrical loads that may be switched off (if
equipped), and vehicle functions which can be
effected by load reduction:
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Heated Seat/Vented Seats/Heated Wheel
•
Heated/Cooled Cup Holders — If Equipped
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Rear Defroster And Heated Mirrors
•
HVAC System
•
115V AC Power Inverter System
•
Audio and Telematics System
Loss of the battery charge may indicate one or
more of the following conditions:
•
The charging system cannot deliver enough
electrical power to the vehicle system be-
cause the electrical loads are larger than the
capability of charging system. The charging
system is still functioning properly.
•
Turning on all possible vehicle electrical
loads (e.g. HVAC to max settings, exterior
and interior lights, overloaded power outlets
+12V, 115V AC, USB ports) during certain
driving conditions (city driving, towing, fre-
quent stopping).
•
Installing options like additional lights, upfitter
electrical
accessories, audio systems,
alarms and similar devices.
•
Unusual driving cycles (short trips separated
by long parking periods).
•
The vehicle was parked for an extended
period of time (weeks, months).
•
The battery was recently replaced and was
not charged completely.
•
The battery was discharged by an electrical
load left on when the vehicle was parked.
•
The battery was used for an extended period
with the engine not running to supply radio,
lights, chargers, +12V portable appliances
like vacuum cleaner’s, game consoles and
similar devices.
What to do when an electrical load reduction
action message is present (“Battery Saver
On” or “Battery Saver Mode”)
During a trip:
•
Reduce power to unnecessary loads if pos-
sible:
– Turn off redundant lights (interior or exterior)
– Check what may be plugged in to power
o12V, 115V AC, USB ports
– Check HVAC settings (blower, tempera-
ture)
– Check the audio settings (volume)
After a trip:
•
Check if any aftermarket equipment was
installed (additional lights, upfitter electrical
accessories, audio systems, alarms) and re-
view specifications if any (load and Ignition
Off Draw currents).
•
Evaluate the latest driving cycles (distance,
driving time and parking time).
•
The vehicle should have service performed if
the message is still present during consecu-
tive trips and the evaluation of the vehicle
and driving pattern did not help to identify the
cause.
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