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The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving w\
hile
distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collisi\
on and personal injury.
Chrysler Group LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme cauti\
on when using
any device or feature that may take their attention off the road. Use of\
any electrical
devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigat\
ion or other
devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could\
lead to a serious
collision. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while th\
e
vehicle is moving. i f you find yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle
operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. S\
ome States or
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rovinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while drivin\
g. i t is always the
driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws. This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle.
The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect
™ Manuals, Warranty
Booklets, Tire Warranty and Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or
Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic f\
ormat. We hope you
find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com.
Copyright 2012 Chrysler Group LLC.
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If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you
may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s
Manual, Navigation/Uconnect
™ Manuals or Warranty Booklet by
calling 1-855-778-8326. (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada)
or by contacting your dealer.
drivesRt. com
This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with you\
r new SrT and to
provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for
your Owner’s Manual.
For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and import\
ant safety messages,
please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect
™ Manuals, Multimedia User Manual
and other Warning Labels in your vehicle.
Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle. For addi\
tional information on
accessories to help personalize your vehicle, visit www.mopar.com or your local S
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performance dealer.
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability
can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal \
minimum. If you
are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver\
, call a cab, a
friend, or use public transportation.
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your
reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never
drink and then drive.
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER
GROUP LLC..................2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT ...............4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...........6
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB ....................8
ENGINE STARTING/STOPPING .......9
THEFT ALARM .................9
SEATBELT ...................10
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS ........10
CHILD RESTRAINTS .............11
FRONT SEATS ................14
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS ...........16
ADJUSTABLE FOOT REST ..........16
TILT / TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN ...................17
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
SRT 10 VERSIONS .............18
TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH
BEAMS LEVER ................19
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............20
SPEED CONTROL ...............20
MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 TO 4 SKIP
SHIFT .....................21
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE
CONTROL (ATC) ...............22
PARKVIEW
®REAR BACK-UP CAMERA . . 23
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM ....24
IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO .........26
Uconnect™ Access (Available on Uconnect™
8.4A and Uconnect™ 8.4AN) ........27
Uconnect™ 8.4A ...............30
Uconnect™ 8.4AN ..............43
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS . . 58
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ................58
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES .......59
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink
®) .................61
POWER OUTLETS ..............63
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS
(MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT
RATINGS)...................64
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ......64
SRT
LAUNCH MODE................65
ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING
SYSTEM ....................66
PERFORMANCE FEATURES ........67
SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES .....67
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS....................68
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .......71
TIREFIT KIT .................72
JUMP-STARTING ...............78
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ......80
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ........80
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......81
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT..........82
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES ..........83
MAINTENANCE CHART ...........84
SRT – MAINTENANCE RECORD ......85
FUSES .....................86
TIRE PRESSURES ..............89
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE .....90
EXTERIOR BULBS ..............90
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
CUSTOMER CENTER ............91
CHRYSLER CANADA INC.
CUSTOMER CENTER ............91
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ...................91
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ........91
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN
THE 50 UNITED STATES AND
WASHINGTON, D.C. .............92
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES
BY MOPAR®.................93
INDEX....................94
FAQ (How To?)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ....96
TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it
represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that
are traditional to our vehicles.
Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control
under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for
attentive driving. They can never take the driver's place. Always drive carefully.
Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your
passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving because they take your eyes
from the road or your attention from driving. Never text while driving or take your eyes more
than momentarily off the road.
This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are
either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also include a description of
features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle.
Please disregard any features and equipment described in this guide that are not available
on this vehicle. Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and
specifications and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing
any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the
important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will need to operate and
maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.
The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's information which
can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer. The multimedia DVD also
includes videos which can be played on any standard DVD player (including the Media
Center Touch-Screen Radios). Additional DVD operational information is located on the
back of the DVD sleeve.
For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD in the owner’s
kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase.For your convenience, the information
contained on the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference.
Chrysler Group LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural resources.
By converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for
your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen
the stress on our environment.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be
deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution.
WARNING!
• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase therisk of serious personal injury.
• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle
is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator
pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.
• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause interference
with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the
vehicle.
• Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)
The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or
chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Keyless
Enter-N-Go™ and Remote Start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your
wireless features, try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation
improves. If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer.
CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, SRT, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are
registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.
COPYRIGHT ©2012 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
3

DRIVER COCKPIT
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
4

A. Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High BeamsLever (behind steering wheel) pg. 19
B. Tachometer
C. Ignition Start/Stop Button (behind steering wheel) pg. 9
D. Uconnect™ 8.4AN pg. 43
E. Emergency Brake F. Hazard Button
G. Power Outlets pg. 63
H. Automatic Climate Control
• Automatic Climate Controls pg. 22
• Air Conditioning (A/C) pg. 22
• Recirculation pg. 22
• Heated Mirrors pg. 22 I. Electronic Speed Control pg. 20
J. Adjustable Pedals pg. 16
K. Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) Messages pg. 58
L. Headlight Switch pg. 20
M. Power Mirrors
N. Power Door Locks
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
5

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Battery Charge Light**
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**
- Air Bag Warning Light**
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light**
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light*
(See page 68 for more information.)
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
- Electronic Speed Control Set Indicator
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator*
- Door Ajar Indicator***
- Trunk Ajar Indicator***
- Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator***
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Ignition On
*** On vehicles equipped with a Premium Instrument Cluster, this display shows the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages when the appropriate conditions
exist.
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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KEY FOB
Locking And Unlocking The Doors
• Press the LOCK button once to lock allthe doors. Press the UNLOCK button
once to unlock the driver’s door only and
twice within five seconds to unlock all
the doors.
• All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first press of the UNLOCK button.
Refer to Programmable Features in this
guide.
Opening The Trunk
• Press the TRUNK button two timeswithin five seconds to open the trunk.
Panic Alarm
• Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on.
• Wait approximately three seconds and press the button a second time to turn the panicalarm off.
Emergency Key
• Should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob transmitter go dead, there is anemergency key located in the Key Fob. To remove the emergency key, slide the button
at the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your
other hand.
• The emergency key is also for locking the glove compartment.
WARNING!
• Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- ment and possible injury or damage.
• When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your
vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
•
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children,
and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle
GETTING STARTED
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