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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Challenger -> Adjustments -> Parking Brake
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS

Parking Brake

  • Release parking brake.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Adjust parking brake cable until there is slack in cable.
  • Tighten adjusting nut until sli...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS

Front

Halfshaft inner and outer boots are not serviceable separately. Boot replacement requires entire shaft assembly replacement.

Lefthand halfshaft is shorter than right. Identify and tag halfshafts upon removal to ensure proper installation.

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • While holding link ball joint stem from rotating, remove stabilizer link to shock clevis bracket nut.
  • Slide link ball joint stem from clevis bracket.
  • Remove clevis bracket to bottom of shock nut and pinch bolt.
  • Remove shock clevis bracket to lower control arm nut and bolt.
  • Pul...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Rear -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor -> TPMS Module
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Challenger SE 3.5 V6 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

The cap used on this valve stem contains an O-ring seal to prevent contamination and moisture from entering the valve stem. Retain this valve stem cap for reuse. Do not substitute a regular valve stem cap in its place.

The valve stem used on this vehicle is made of aluminum and the core is nickel plated brass. The original valve stem core must be reinstalled and not substituted with a valve stem core made of a different material. This is required to prevent corrosion in the valve stem caused by the different metals.

Removal
  • Loosen the wheel lug nuts.
  • Raise...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect and isolate battery ground cable at battery.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove heat shield nuts and position heat shield aside.
  • Remove three starter mounting bolts.
  • Move starter motor towards front of vehicle far enough for nose of starter to clear. Always support starter motor during this process. Do not l...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Chrysler LLC -> 2005-09 300, Magnum, 2006-09 Charger & 2008-09 Challenger
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T 5.7 V8 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 12,000 miles.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the passenger side air inlet grille from the cowl panel, Fig. .
  • Open the cabin air filter door.
  • Remove the cabin air filter from the filter housing...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Chrysler LLC Cars -> Power Loss/Limit Lamp -> Chrysler, Dodge & Plymouth
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS

The Power Loss/Limit lamp should light for approximately 3 seconds after the ignition has been turned On as a bulb inspection. If improper or no signals are received by the logic module from various sensors, the logic modul...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Loosen hose clamp connecting hose to radiator.
  • Loosen hose clamp connecting hose to water pump.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to i...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
  • Remove air intake tube between intake manifold and air filter assembly.
  • Insert suitable tool into square hole on belt tensioner arm.
  • Release belt tension by ro...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Rear Body Diagram for 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GASRear Body Diagram for 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Pump Module
  • Rear Left Speaker
  • Driver Seat Belt Tensioner
  • Left Side Impact Sensor
  • Electric Heated Backlight
  •  Diagram for 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS Diagram for 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • SWITCH WINDOW LOCK PASSENGER
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Window Defogger Relay
  • Power Distribution Center
  • Mirror Switch
  • Accessory Delay Relay
  • Front A/C Heater Module
  • 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter Relay
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Fuel Pump Relay
  • Power Distribution Relay
  • Run/Start Relay
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Chrome Clad Wheel Adapters For Proper Balancing
    Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T 5.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) OIL CHANGE INDICATOR SYSTEM - DEALER PREFERENCES DURING PREP - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Challenger SE 3.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Dodge Challenger AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Dodge Challenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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