transmission DODGE CHARGER 2018 Manual PDF

familiarity with the race track. Use of this feature in low
traction (cold, wet, gravel, etc.) conditions may results in
excess wheel slip outside this systems control resulting in
an aborted launch.
NOTE:
•Launch control should not be used on public roads.
Always check track conditions and the surrounding
area.
• Launch Control is not available for the first 500 miles of
the vehicle’s life.
• Launch Control should only be used when the engine
and transmission are at operating temperature.
• Launch Control is intended to be used on dry, paved
road surfaces only. Use on slippery or loose surfaces
may cause damage to vehicle components and is not
recommended.Performance Control Set-Up
Pressing the “Performance Control Set-Up” button on the
touchscreen within the Performance Control screen indi-
cates the real-time status of the various systems. Pressing
Performance Control Set-Up
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the “Sport Mode Set-Up” or “Default Mode Set-Up” but-
tons on the touchscreen allows the driver to configure their
individual drive modes and see how those configurations
affect the performance of the vehicle.
NOTE:Not all of the options listed in this manual are
available on every vehicle, below is a chart with all
available Performance Control vehicle configurations.
Available Mode Configurations
Transmission Auto
Engine N/A
Engine/Trans X
Steering X
Paddle Shifters X
Traction Control X
Refer to the Sport and Default modes for their detailed
operation.
NOTE: These settings will remain in effect when using the
Launch Control feature.
Default Mode
The vehicle will always start in Default Mode. This mode is
for typical driving conditions. While in Default Mode, the
Engine, Transmission and Traction will operate in their
Normal settings and cannot be changed. The Steering assist
may be configured to Normal, Sport, or Comfort by
pressing the corresponding buttons on the touchscreen.
Default Mode
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The Paddle Shifters may be enabled or disabled while in
this mode.Sport Mode
Sport Mode is a configuration set-up for typical enthusiast
driving. The Transmission and Steering are both set to their
Sport settings. The steering wheel paddle switches are
enabled. The Traction Control defaults to Normal. Any of
these four settings may be changed to the driver ’s prefer-
ences by pressing the buttons on the touchscreen. Push the
Default Mode Set-UpSport Mode
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Paddle Shifters — If Equipped With Automatic
Transmission•
ON
Press the “ON” button on the touchscreen to enable
steering wheel Paddle Shifters.
• OFF
Press the “OFF” button on the touchscreen to disable
steering wheel Paddle Shifters.
Paddle – Automatic Transmission
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Anti-Lock Warning Light.....................139
Apple CarPlay ............................524
Arming System Security Alarm ...........................33
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .153
Audio Systems (Radio) .......................437
Auto Down Power Windows ...................92
Automatic Door Locks ........................41
Automatic Headlights ........................67
Automatic High Beams .......................66
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........82, 88
Automatic Transmission ..................232, 388
Adding Fluid .....................388, 432, 434
Fluid And Filter Change ...................388
Fluid Change .......................... .388
Fluid Level Check ........................387
Fluid Type .......................387, 432, 434
Special Additives ........................ .387
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .....41, 238
Autostick Operation ............................. .238
Auto Up Power Windows .....................92
AuxCord............................... .505
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........112AW D
Towing ............................... .348
Axle Fluid ............................432, 434
Axle Lubrication ........................432, 434
Back-Up .................................279
Battery ...............................133, 366
Charging System Light ....................133
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................21
Location ...............................366
Belts, Seat ............................... .215
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................375
B-Pillar Location .......................... .395
Brake Assist System ........................ .147
Brake Control System ........................147
Brake Fluid ....................... .385, 432, 434
Brake System ..........................385,

422
Fluid Check ..................... .385, 432, 434
Master Cylinder ........................ .385
Parking ...............................227
Warning Light .......................132, 422
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................231
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..........226
Brightness, Interior Lights .....................72
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Service Manuals.......................... .532
Shifting .................................230
Automatic Transmission ................230, 232
Shoulder Belts ............................ .175
Side View Mirror Adjustment ...................62
Signals, Turn ........................69, 141, 217
Siri .................................... .520
SiriusXM Guardian Vehicle Health Alert .......................519
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................410
Snow Tires ...............................406
Spare Tires .....................324, 406, 407, 408
Spark Plugs ............................. .432
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ..........................432
Oil...................................432
Speed Control Accel/Decel ........................ .244, 245
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ...................252
Cancel ............................... .246
Resume ...............................246
Set ...................................244
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..........243, 244, 246
Sport Mode ...............................241
Starting ............................. .222, 223Automatic Transmission
....................222
Button .................................25
Cold Weather .......................... .225
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .225
Starting And Operating ...................222, 223
Starting Procedures ..................... .222, 223
Steering ..................................57
Column Lock ............................57
Power ............................... .242
Tilt Column .......................... .57, 58
Wheel, Heated ...........................59
Wheel, Tilt .......................... .57, 58
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................504
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . .
. .504
Storage ................................. .413
Storage, Vehicle ........................ .89, 413
Storing Your Vehicle ........................413
Stuck, Freeing ............................ .345
Sunglasses Storage ..........................115
Sun Roof .................................94
Supplemental Restraint System – Air Bag ..........186
Synthetic Engine Oil ........................370
Telescoping Steering Column ................57, 58
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ............88
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Trailer And Tongue Weight..................289
Wiring ............................... .292
Trailer Towing Guide ........................289
Trailer Weight ............................ .289
Transfer Case Fluid .......................... .388, 432, 434
Maintenance ............................388
Transmission ............................. .232
Automatic ..........................232, 387
Fluid ............................. .432, 434
Maintenance ............................387
Shifting ...............................230
Transporting Pets ..........................213
Tread Wear Indicators .......................402
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .........................98
Trunk Release Remote Control ..................98
Turn Signals ............................69, 141
Uconnect Uconnect Settings .................19, 20, 31, 439
Uconnect 4C/4C Nav With 8.4-Inch Display ........463
Uconnect 4 With 7-Inch Display ................441
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features ........31, 37, 439
Passive Entry Programming ..................37 Uniform Tire Quality Grades
..................411
Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........102
Universal Transmitter ........................102
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .424
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................179
USB....................................505
Vanity Mirrors .............................64
Vehicle Certification Label ....................284
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............421
Vehicle Loading .....................283, 285, 396
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................5
Vehicle Security Alarm ........................33
Vehicle Storage ..........................89, 413
Viscosity, Engine Oil .....................369, 370
Voice Command .......................... .508
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Recognition System (VR) .................508
Warning Flashers, Hazard ....................301
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions) . . . .137
Warnings And Cautions .......................5
Warranty Information .......................531
Washer Adding Fluid .......................... .366
Washers, Windshield ..................... .74, 366
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