snow chains DODGE CHARGER 2011 7.G Owners Manual

▫Tire Loading And Tire Pressure .......... 384
 Tires — General Information ............. 388
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... 388
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ................ 389
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . 391
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... 391
▫ Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire
And Wheel – If Equipped .............. 392
▫ Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped ........ 392
▫ Full Size Spare – If Equipped ............ 393
▫ Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped ......... 393
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... 394
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ................. 395 ▫
Life Of Tire ........................ 395
▫ Replacement Tires .................... 396
 Tire Chains .......................... 397
 Snow Tires .......................... 398
 Tire Rotation Recommendations ........... 399
 Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ....... 400
▫ Base System ........................ 403
▫ Premium System – If Equipped .......... 405
▫ General Information .................. 410
 Fuel Requirements ..................... 410
▫ 3.6L Engine – If Equipped .............. 410
▫ 5.7L Engine – If Equipped .............. 410
▫ Reformulated Gasoline ................ 411
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STARTING AND OPERATING 345

The “ESC Off” switch is located on the switch bank in the
center of the instrument panel. To enter the “Partial Off”
mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off” switch and the
“ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will illu-
minate. To turn the ESC on again, momentarily press the
“ESC Off” switch and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction
Indicator Light” will turn off.
NOTE:To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving
with snow chains, or when starting off in deep snow,
sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the
“Partial Off” mode by momentarily pressing the “ESC
Off” switch. Once the situation requiring “Partial Off”
mode is overcome, turn the ESC on again by momen-
tarily pressing the “ESC Off” switch. This may be done
while the vehicle is in motion.WARNING!
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre-
vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by
prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent acci-
dents, including those resulting from excessive speed
in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydro-
planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can
prevent accidents. The capabilities of an ESC
equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reck-
less or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the
user ’s safety or the safety of others.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
•Use on rear wheels only.
•Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave-
ment.
•Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions
on the method of installation, operating speed,
and conditions for use. Always use the lower
suggested operating speed of the chain manufac-
turer if different from the speed recommended by
the manufacture.
NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, and
your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period on dry
pavement. Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instruc-
tions on method of installation, operating speed, and
conditions for usage. Always use the lower suggested operating speed if both
the chain manufacturer and vehicle manufacturer sug-
gest a maximum speed. This notice applies to all chain
traction devices, including link and cable (radial) chains.
SNOW TIRES
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the winter. All season tires can be identified by the
M+S designation on the tire sidewall.
If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and
type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only
in sets of four. Failure to do so may adversely affect the
safety and handling of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what
was originally equipped with your vehicle and should
not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph
(120 km/h). For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to
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message will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven
for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for
the TPMS to receive this information.
Service TPMS Warning
If a system fault is detected, the TPM Telltale Light will
flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
The system fault will also sound a chime. If the ignition
switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the
system fault still exists. The TPM Telltale Light will turn
off when the fault condition no longer exists. A system
fault can occur due to any of the following:
1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving
next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as
the TPM sensors.
2. Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains
materials that may block radio wave signals.
3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or
wheel housings.4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.
5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors.
Vehicles with Full Size Spare
1. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly
has a TPM sensor that can be monitored by the TPMS.
2. If you install the full size spare in place of a road tire
that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit,
upon the next ignition switch cycle, a chime will sound
and the TPM Telltale Light and
LOW TIREmessage will
turn ON.
3. Driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph
(24 km/h) will turn off the TPM Telltale Light and LOW
TIRE message as long as no tire pressure is below the
low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road
tires.
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If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat,
providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault
no longer exists, the TPM Telltale Light will no longer
flash, and theSERVICE TPM SYSTEM message will no
longer display, and a pressure value will display in place
of the dashes. A system fault can occur due to any of the
following:
1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving
next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as
the TPM sensors.
2. Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains
materials that may block radio wave signals.
3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or
wheel housings.
4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.
5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. The EVIC will also display a
SERVICE TPM SYSTEM
message for a minimum of five seconds when a system
fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is
detected. In this case, the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM
message is then followed with a graphic display with
pressure values still shown. This indicates that the pres-
sure values are still being received from the TPM sensors
but they may not be located in the correct vehicle
position. The system still needs to be serviced as long as
the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message is displayed.
Vehicles with Full Size Spare
1. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly
has a TPM sensor that can be monitored by the TPMS.
2. If you install the full size spare in place of a road tire
that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit,
upon the next ignition switch cycle, a chime will sound
and the TPM Telltale Light will turn ON. In addition, the
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Shoulder Belts........................... 46
Side Airbag ............................. 68
Signals, Turn ...................... 88,193,275
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 361
SmartBeams ........................... 190
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 397
Snow Tires ............................ 398
Spare Tire ....................... 392,393,440
Spark Plugs ............................ 511
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ................... 410,511
Oil ............................... 511
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........207,211
Speedometer ........................... 280
Starting ............................. 25,348
Automatic Transmission ................ 348
Cold Weather ....................... 350
Engine Fails to Start .................. 351
Remote ............................ 25 Starting and Operating
.................... 348
Starting Procedures ...................... 348
Steering Column Controls ..................... 193
Column Lock ....................... 202
Power ............................ 365
Tilt Column ...................... 202,203
Wheel, Heated ...................... 204
Wheel, Tilt ...................... 202,203
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. 327
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls .............................. 327
Storage ............................ 265,505
Storage, Vehicle ...................... 339,505
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... 505
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 452
Sun Roof .............................. 253
Sunglasses Storage ....................... 246
Sunroof Maintenance ..................... 256
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