2012 Dodge Challenger Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 181

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check when the ignition switch is placed in ON/ RUN. This light will also turn on while the engine is running if there is a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. 8. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily. The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, If the light comes on while the engine is running, safely or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to bring the vehicle to a complete stop as soon as possible, exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range. place the shift lever in PARK, and cycle the ignition key. The CAUTION! light should turn off. If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see Driving with a hot cooling system could damage an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F If the light is flashing when the engine is running, (116°C) or greater, pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle immediate service is required. In this case, you may the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle the pointer drops back into the normal range 200- or engine stall, and your vehicle may require towing. 230°F (93-110°C). If the pointer remains at 240°F (116°C) or greater and you hear a chime, turn the Also, have the system checked by an authorized dealer if engine OFF immediately and call for service. the light does not come on during starting. 4