traction control DODGE CHALLENGER SRT 2013 3.G User Guide

running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a
malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this
light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the
vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at
speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho-
rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem
diagnosed and corrected.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo-
cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as
the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also
flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac-
celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little
throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and
driving to the prevailing road conditions.NOTE:
•
The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC
Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo-
mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
• Each time the ignition is cycled ON, the ESC system
will be ON even if it was cycled off previously.
• The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds
when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop
when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver
that caused the ESC activation.
The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” indicates the
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is partially
off or fully off.
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WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
• Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have a collision.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
TIRE CHAINS
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body
clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard
against damage.
• Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as
recommended by the traction device manufacturer.
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•Install on Rear Tires Only.
• Due to limited clearance, the Security Chain Company
(SCC) Super Z6 low profile traction device or equiva-
lent is recommended on P215/65R17, P225/60R18 or
P235/55R18 tires..
• For an All Wheel Drive vehicle, P235/55R19 tire with
the use of a traction device that meets the SAE type
“Class S” specification is recommended.
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable
handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
• Because of restricted traction device clearance be-
tween tires and other suspension components, it is
important that only traction devices in good condi-
tion are used. Broken devices can cause serious
damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise
occurs that could indicate device breakage. Remove
the damaged parts of the device before further use.
• Install device as tightly as possible and then re-
tighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km).
• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
• Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
• Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave-
ment.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
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WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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Headlight Switch...................... .159
High Beam ........................... .164
High Beam Indicator .....................214
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............164
Illuminated Entry ........................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .159
Intensity Control ....................... .165
Interior ............................. .165
License ............................. .462
Lights On Reminder .....................161
Low Fuel ............................ .220
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........220
Map Reading ......................... .164
Oil Pressure .......................... .214
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........166
Passing ............................. .164
Reading ............................. .164
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .215
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ...............218Service
.............................. .456
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .220
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...............218
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............218
Traction Control ....................... .342
Turn Signal ............................99
Vanity Mirror ......................... .109
Voltage ............................. .210
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......210
Loading Vehicle ......................... .382
Capacities ........................... .384
Tires ............................... .351
Locks ..................................32
Automatic Door .........................34
Auto Unlock ...........................35
Door .................................32
Power Door ............................33
Low Tire Pressure System ...................368
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Load Capacity........................ .351
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............368
Pressure Warning Light ...................218
Quality Grading ....................... .495
Radial .............................. .359
Replacement .......................... .363
Rotation ............................. .366
Safety .............................. .344
Sizes ............................... .346
Snow Tires ........................... .360
Spinning ............................ .361
Tread Wear Indicators ....................361
Tire Safety Information .....................344
To Open Hood .......................... .157
Towing ............................... .384
24-Hour Towing Assistance ................124
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .406
Recreational .......................... .385Towing Assistance
........................ .124
Traction ............................... .324
Traction Control ......................... .336
Trailer Towing .......................... .384
Transmission ........................... .439
Automatic ........................... .306
Fluid ............................... .439
Manual ............................. .300
Shifting ............................. .302
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .27
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .22
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........22
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .361
Trip Odometer .......................... .210
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .......................43
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................45
Trunk Release Remote Control .................43
Turn Signals ............................ .163
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