maintenance DODGE CHARGER 2013 7.G Owners Manual

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INTRODUCTION .............................................................3
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .............................9
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................103
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................311
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STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................389
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ..............................................507
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................................531
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES .................................................587
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ........................................595
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INDEX ....................................................................607
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INTRODUCTION
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.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc-
ing and remain with the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained techni-
cians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfaction.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the
items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and
illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Manual:
4 INTRODUCTION

Air Bag Warning Light
You will want to have the air bags ready to
inflate for your protection in a collision. The
Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal
circuits and interconnecting wiring associated
with air bag system electrical components. While the air
bag system is designed to be maintenance free. If any of
the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service
the air bag system immediately.
• The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during
the four to eight seconds when the ignition is first
cycled to the ON/RUN.
• The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to
eight-second interval.
• The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving. NOTE:
If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine
related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may
not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly
check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to “Fuses” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for the proper air bag fuses.
See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good.
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder
(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in
certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will
assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per-
formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .244
▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation . . . .246
▫ Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . . . .247
▫ To Activate ......................... .248
▫ To Set A Desired ACC Speed .............250
▫ To Cancel .......................... .251
▫ ToTurnOff......................... .252
▫ To Resume Speed .....................252
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............253
▫ Setting The Following Distance In ACC ......254
▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu .......258
▫ Display Warnings And Maintenance ........259▫
Precautions While Driving With ACC .......261
▫ General Information ...................266
▫ Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode . . .266
▫ Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped. . . .268
 PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .271
▫ ParkSense® Sensors ....................271
▫ ParkSense® Warning Display .............271
▫ ParkSense® Display ....................272
▫ Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® ........275
▫ Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist
System ............................ .276
▫ Cleaning The ParkSense® System ..........276
▫ ParkSense® System Usage Precautions .......277
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107

PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .279
▫ Turning ParkView® On Or Off — With
Touch—Screen Radio ...................281
 OVERHEAD CONSOLE ..................281
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ..............282
▫ Courtesy Lights ...................... .282
▫ Sunglasses Bin Door ...................283
 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . . .283
▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® . .285
▫ Programming A Rolling Code .............285
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code .........288
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ......289
▫ Using HomeLink® .....................291 ▫
Security ........................... .291
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ...................291
▫ General Information ....................292
 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ........293
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ..............294
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode .........294
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ...............294
▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ..........294
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...................295
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ..............295
▫ Sunshade Operation ....................295
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... .295
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...................296
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ACC SET
•When ACC is set, the set speed will display.
• The set speed will continue to display in place of the
odometer reading when changing the EVIC display
while ACC is set.
The ACC screen will display once again if any ACC
activity occurs, which may include any of the following:
• Set Speed Change
• Distance Setting Change
• System Cancel
• Driver Override
• System Off
• ACC Proximity Warning •
ACC Unavailable Warning
• The EVIC will return to the last display selected after
five seconds of no ACC display activity.
Display Warnings And Maintenance
“Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning
The ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”
warning will display when conditions temporarily limit
system performance. This most often occurs at times of
poor visibility, such as in snow or heavy rain. The ACC
system may also become temporarily blinded due to
obstructions, such as mud, dirt or ice. In these cases, the
EVIC will display “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of
Vehicle” and the system will deactivate.
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The “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” message
can sometimes be displayed while driving in highly
reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or ice and
snow). The ACC system will recover after the vehicle has
left these areas. Under rare conditions, when the radar is
not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path this
warning may temporarily occur.
NOTE:If the ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of
Vehicle” warning is active Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise
Control is still available. For additional information refer
to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode” in this
section.
If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located in the center of the
vehicle behind the lower grille. To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor-
tant to note the following maintenance items:
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Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to damage
the sensor lens.
• Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so
could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and
require a sensor realignment.
• If the sensor is damaged due to a collision, see your
authorized dealer for service.
• Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor,
including transparent material or aftermarket grilles.
Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or
malfunction.
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Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
Ignition Off Operation
For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch
will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch
is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front
door will cancel this feature.
NOTE:
•For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power
sunroof switch will remain active for up to approxi-
mately ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned
to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will
cancel this feature. •
The Ignition Off time is programmable using the
Uconnect® System. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further
information.Sunroof Fully Closed
Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the
sunroof is fully closed.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
There are three 12 Volt (13 Amps) electrical power outlets
on this vehicle. The power outlets are protected by a fuse.
Insert a cigar lighter or accessory plug into the power
outlets for use to ensure proper operation.
NOTE: To ensure proper operation, a MOPAR® knob
and element must be used.
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Uconnect® SETTINGS ...................340
▫ Hard-Keys ......................... .340
▫ Soft-Keys .......................... .340
▫ Customer Programmable Features —
Uconnect® 4.3 Settings ..................340
▫ Customer Programmable Features —
Uconnect® 8.4 Settings ..................355
 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL ..............371
 HARMAN KARDON® Logic7® HIGH
PERFORMANCE MULTICHANNEL SURROUND
SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE
SURROUND (DSS) — IF EQUIPPED .........371
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .372
▫ Radio Operation ..................... .373
▫ CD Player .......................... .374
 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ...........374
 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES . .375
 CLIMATE CONTROLS ...................375
▫ General Overview .....................376
▫ Hard-Keys ......................... .376
▫ Soft-Keys .......................... .377
▫ Climate Control Functions ...............382
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......384
▫ Operating Tips ...................... .386
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8. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — If Equipped
Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and in-
flated to the inflation pressure recommended by
the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard
or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of
a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should deter-
mine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped
with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illumi-
nates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your
tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the
low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and
check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the
proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread
life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper
tire maintenance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has
not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS
low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not
operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse-
quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys-
tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety
of reasons, including the installation of replacement or
alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the
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