2018 Dodge Challenger Demon Supplement - FCA Group

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TABLE OF CONTENTSWELCOME FROM FCA US LLC . . . . . . .INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . .VEHICLE ALTERATIONS . . . . . . . . . . .WILDWHEEL STEERING WHEEL . . . . .22344GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . 5FRONT/SIDE VIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5REAR/SIDE VIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6INSTRUMENT PANEL VIEW . . . . . . . . 7FEATURES OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8NITTO DRAG RADIALS . . . . . . . . . . . . 8DRIVE MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9DRIVE MODE — AUTOPREFERENCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10DRIVE MODE — CUSTOMPREFERENCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12DRIVE MODE — DRAGPREFERENCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14DRAG MODE SELECTABLEFEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17AUTOMATICALLY ENABLEDFEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE . . . . . 22TRACK MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . 23DEMON CRATE — IF EQUIPPED . . . . 23TRACK USAGE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . .PRE-RUN CHECKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DRAG MODE OPERATIONS . . . . . . . .POST-RUN CHECKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25252527DEMON RACING LOG BOOK . . . . . . . . 30NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351

WELCOME FROM FCA US LLCCongratulations on selecting your new FCA USLLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, andhigh quality.ALWAYS drive safely and pay attention to theroad. ALWAYS drive safely with your hands onthe steering wheel. You have full responsibilityand assume all risks related to the use of thefeatures and applications in this vehicle. Onlyuse the features and applications when it is safeto do so. Failure to do so may result in anaccident involving serious injury or death.This supplement illustrates and describes theoperation of features and equipment that areeither standard or optional on this vehicle. Thissupplement may also include a description offeatures and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Pleasedisregard any features and equipment described in this supplement that are not availableon this vehicle. FCA US LLC reserves the right tomake changes in design and specificationsand/or make additions to or improvements to itsproducts without imposing any obligation uponitself to install them on products previouslymanufactured.2This supplement has been prepared to help youquickly become acquainted with the importantfeatures of your vehicle. It contains most thingsyou will need to operate and maintain the vehicle.INTRODUCTIONFor complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on www.mopar.com/dodge/en-us/care/owners-manual.html for further details.For your convenience, the information contained on this site may also be printed andsaved for future reference.The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon is theindustry’s first and only purpose-built, streetlegal production drag car. This vehicle has beendeveloped with one focus: to be the dominatingforce at the drag strip. To achieve this goal, allaspects of the vehicle have been tuned andre-engineered with several exclusive track features that offer optimal performance on the dragstrip, and relentlessly push the boundaries ofwhat is known as a performance street car. YourDodge Demon is the widest Challenger ever, andhas 20 industry first drag performance features that put this car in a league of its own.FCA US LLC is committed to protecting ourenvironment and natural resources. By converting from paper to electronic delivery for themajority of the user information for your vehicle,together we greatly reduce the demand for treebased products and lessen the stress on ourenvironment.This is a supplement to your Dodge ChallengerSRT Owner’s Manual. Please review the Owner’sManual in addition to this user’s supplement.Listed here are a few of the industry’s first dragperformance features: TransBrake: A feature that holds the vehiclestationary by the use of the transmission toachieve maximum power and torque atlaunch.

SRT Power Chiller: diverts the A/C refrigerantto the supercharger for cooler air intake temperatures and maximum power output.This supplement offers insight into inherentcharacteristics of the vehicle, including itsunique features and how they are operated.This vehicle has been designed to maximizeperformance at the drag strip. In doing so, thestandard configuration of this vehicle includes atwo speaker audio system, removed sounddeadening material, and removed passenger/rear seat and seat belts for increased vehicleperformance. As a result, the interior (drivercockpit) NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness)will be louder overall. This vehicle will likely getlouder over time, but note that is not an indication of degraded durability; it is simply a character change in the NVH.WARNING!a collision, people riding in those areas aremore likely to be seriously injured or killed. Warning labels are included in the car toreinforce this point. If this vehicle was not factory equippedwith a passenger seat, NEVER attempt toinstall a passenger seat because the safetysystems, including the air bags and seatbelt, may not properly protect the occupant. Read and follow all instructions and warnings in the Seats and Occupant Restraintssections of the owner manual for additional information.WARNINGS AND CAUTIONSWARNING!While reading this user supplement, you willfind a series of WARNINGS that must be carefully followed to prevent incorrect use of thecomponents of the vehicle, which could causeaccidents or injuries. If the passenger and/or rear seats havebeen removed do not ride in those areas. InThere are also CAUTIONS to prevent proceduresthat could damage your vehicle.WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC High Octane Mode: High Octane Fuel calibration allows Demon to run on 100 octane fuelfor added performanceNOTE:Observe all Warnings and Cautions.WARNING!To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATHwhen using “Track-Use” parts and equipment: NEVER use any “Track-Use” equipmenton public roads. FCA US LLC does notauthorize the use of “Track-Use” equipment on public roads. The intended use of “Track-Use” parts isfor race vehicles on race tracks. To helpensure the safety of the race driver, qualified technicians should supervise the installation of “Track-Use” parts. FCA US LLC does not authorize the installation or use of any part noted as “TrackUse” on any new vehicle prior to its firstretail sale.WARNING!To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: ALWAYS remove any “Track-Use” equipment before driving on public roads.3

WELCOME FROM FCA US LLCWARNING! ALWAYS properly use your three-point seatbelts when driving on public roads. In a collision, you and your passengers cansuffer much greater injuries if you are notproperly buckled up. You can strike theinterior of your vehicle or other passengers,or you can be thrown out of the vehicle.VEHICLE ALTERATIONSNon-OEM performance upgrades are not approved by FCA, and may void the warranty forthe entire powertrain system and potentiallyother systems on the vehicle. FCA uses telltalesoftware to detect the use of modifications –these telltales are stored and not removed if thevehicle is returned to standard.WILDWHEEL STEERING WHEELSuperior racing grip CLEANING:WARNING!Any modifications or alterations to thisvehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to acollision resulting in serious injury or death.NOTE:Leaded racing fuel or flex fuels (E85, etc.)MUST NOT be used, as these will cause damageto mechanical and emissions compliance hardware.Wildwheel Steering Wheel4It is sufficient to dust the Wildwheel steeringwheel using a soft bristle brush, a dry cloth, or avacuum cleaner with care. After having dusted,run a white cotton terry cloth that has beendampened and thoroughly wrung out over theWildwheel steering wheel. Avoid the use ofprinted absorbent cloths/papers, as they canrelease ink onto the material. Take extra care notto wet the steering wheel excessively; rinse thecloth or sponge and repeat as necessary. Leaveto dry (overnight). Once dried, in order to restorethe material, brush it delicately with a softbristle brush.

GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTSFRONT/SIDE VIEWFront/Side View1 — Hood/Engine Bay2 — Windshield3 — Wide Body Flares4 — Wheels/Tires5 — Front End Splitter6 — Headlights5

GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTSREAR/SIDE VIEWRear/Side View1 — Taillights62 — Trunk

GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTSINSTRUMENT PANEL VIEWInstrument Panel1 — Steering Wheel2 — Paddle Shifters3 — Instrument Cluster Display4 — Drive Mode Interface In Radio5 — High Octane Fuel Button (Demon Crate – If Equipped)6 — SRT Button7

FEATURES OVERVIEWNITTO DRAG RADIALSRecommended Tire Pressure:Street: 32 psi cold for all tiresDrag Strip: Rear Tires – depending on the outside temperature and track conditions, the operatingpressure recommendation is 18-24 psi hot. Front Tires – do not exceed maximum tireinflation rating.NOTE:WARNING! Always return the tire pressure to street recommended pressure levels before driving vehicle on public roads. This vehicle is speed limited to 168 mph(270 km/h) based on the factory tire speedrating. The Demon Crate Powertrain Control Module(PCM) is not equipped with a speed limiter.This will allow the vehicle to exceed the tires’speed rating of 168 mph (270 km/h). Thiscould adversely affect the safety and handling of the vehicle. It is the customer’sresponsibility to equip the vehicle with thecorrect speed rated tires for their use above aspeed rating of 168 mph (270 km/h). Contact Nitto Tire at 888-529-8200 for additional tire information.WARNING!NITTO Drag Radials8Serious injury or death may result from tirefailure due to under-inflation and/or overloading. Always adjust your tires to theproper inflation pressure (See tire information placard). Always inspect your tires forany signs of damage before proceeding ontopublic roads.CAUTION!The Nitto NT05R meets U.S. D.O.T. requirements, but they are not intended for extended highway use as the expected miles ofwear from the racing compound is greatlyreduced compared to a conventional roadtire. These tires are not recommended fordriving in wet weather conditions where thereis a risk of hydroplaning. Drivers should drivecautiously at reduced speeds in these conditions.CAUTION!Do not move the vehicle in temperaturesbelow 15 F with the Nitto Drag Radialsinstalled. In temperatures below 15 F, tirescan lose flexibility and that can lead to cracking and other tire damage. Always inspect forsigns of cracking and damage before use.