differential DODGE CHARGER 2023 Owners Manual

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AutoStick
When using the AutoStick shift control, select the
highest gear that allows for adequate performance and
avoid frequent downshifts. For example, choose “5” if
the desired speed can be maintained. Choose “4” or
“3” if needed to maintain the desired speed.
 To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous
driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces -
sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to a
higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and road
conditions allow.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME)
Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground, or
using a tow dolly) is NOT ALLOWED. The only acceptable
method for towing this vehicle (behind another vehicle) is
on a vehicle trailer with all four wheels OFF the ground.
DRIVING TIPS
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES
Information in this section will aid in safe controlled
launches in adverse conditions.
Acceleration
Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery
surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to
the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a
difference in the surface traction under the front (driving)
wheels.
Traction
When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a
wedge of water to build up between the tire and road
surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may cause
partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping
ability. To reduce this possibility, the following precautions
should be observed:
Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are
slushy.
 Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles.
 Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become
visible.
 Keep tires properly inflated.
 Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and
the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a
sudden stop.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Limited Slip
Differential (LSD) that reduces, but does not eliminate, the
amount of wheel slip across a given axle for improved
handling.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above
requirements can cause severe transmission and/or
transfer case damage. Damage from improper towing is
not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
WARNING!
Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous.
Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front
wheels. You could lose control of the vehicle and
possibly have a collision. Accelerate slowly and carefully
whenever there is likely to be poor traction (ice, snow,
wet, mud, loose sand, etc.).
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168SAFETY
The following conditions must be met in order for HSA to
activate:
The feature must be enabled.
 The vehicle must be stopped.
 The parking brake must be off.
 The driver door must be closed.
 The vehicle must be on a sufficient grade.
 The gear selection must match vehicle uphill direction
(i.e., vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle
backing uphill is in REVERSE gear).
 HSA will work in REVERSE gear and all forward gears.
The system will not activate if the transmission is in
PARK or NEUTRAL. For vehicles equipped with a
manual transmission, if the clutch is pressed, HSA will
remain active.Disabling And Enabling HSA
This feature can be turned on or turned off. To disable
HSA, see Úpage 112 for further information.
Towing With HSA
HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll back while
towing a trailer.
Rain Brake Support (RBS)
RBS may improve braking performance in wet conditions.
It will periodically apply a small amount of brake pressure
to remove any water buildup on the front brake rotors. It
functions when the windshield wipers are in LO or HI
speed. When RBS is active, there is no notification to the
driver and no driver interaction is required.
Ready Alert Braking (RAB)
RAB may reduce the time required to reach full braking
during emergency braking situations. It anticipates when
an emergency braking situation may occur by monitoring
how fast the throttle is released by the driver. The
Electronic Brake Controller (EBC) will prepare the brake
system for a panic stop.
Traction Control System (TCS)
The TCS monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the
driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, the TCS may apply
brake pressure to the spinning wheel(s) and/or reduce
engine power to provide enhanced acceleration and
stability. A feature of the TCS, Brake Limited Differential
(BLD) functions similarly to a limited slip differential and
controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel
on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the
system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This will
allow more engine power to be applied to the wheel that is
not spinning. BLD may remain enabled even if TCS and
ESC are in reduced modes.WARNING!
There may be situations where the Hill Start Assist
(HSA) will not activate and slight rolling may occur, such
as on minor hills or with a loaded vehicle, or while
pulling a trailer. HSA is not a substitute for active driving
involvement. It is always the driver’s responsibility to be
attentive to distance to other vehicles, people, and
objects, and most importantly brake operation to
ensure safe operation of the vehicle under all road
conditions. Your complete attention is always required
while driving to maintain safe control of your vehicle.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in a collision
or serious personal injury.
WARNING!
If you use a trailer brake controller with your trailer,
the trailer brakes may be activated and deactivated
with the brake switch. If so, there may not be enough
brake pressure to hold both the vehicle and the
trailer on a hill when the brake pedal is released. In
order to avoid rolling down an incline while resuming
acceleration, manually activate the trailer brake or
apply more vehicle brake pressure prior to releasing
the brake pedal.
 HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the parking
brake fully when exiting your vehicle. Also, be certain
to place the transmission in PARK.
 Failure to follow these warnings can result in a colli -
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Synthetic.................................................................. 229
Viscosity................................................................... 270
Onboard Diagnostic System .................................... 74
, 75
Operating Precautions ....................................................74
Operator Manual Owner's Manual ...................................................... 276
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...............................................35
Overheating, Engine..................................................... 216
PPaddle Shift Mode ..........................................................83 Paddle Shifters................................................................83Paint Care ..................................................................... 264
Pair (link) Uconnect Phone To A mobile Phone

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Panic Alarm .....................................................................13
Parking Brake ..................................................................79
ParkSense System, Rear ................................................94
Passing Light ...................................................................42
Passive Entry ...................................................................22
Performance....................................................................65
Personalized Main Menu Bar ...................................... 128
Pets ............................................................................... 199
Phone Mode ................................................................. 140
Pinch Protection .............................................................. 58
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ....................... 252
Power Brakes ..................................................................... 267
Deck Lid Release ....................................................... 59
Distribution Center (Fuses) .................................... 242 Door Locks .................................................................21
Mirrors ........................................................................36
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............................. 55
Seats...........................................................................30
Steering ...................................................................... 85 Sunroof....................................................................... 57
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............................ 25
Windows..................................................................... 56
Power Seats Forward ...................................................................... 30
Lumbar ....................................................................... 31
Rearward.................................................................... 30
Recline ....................................................................... 31
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................................ 182
Preparation For Jacking ............................................... 205
Presets .......................................................................... 135
Pretensioners Seat Belts................................................................. 182
Programmable Features .............................................. 112
RRadial Ply Tires ............................................................. 256
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ......................... 235
Radio Presets .....................................................................135
Radio Controls .............................................................. 130
Radio Mode ...................................................................130
Radio Operation .................................................. 130
, 163
Radio Remote Controls ................................................ 129
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ......................................... 46
Rear Axle (Differential) ................................................. 237
Rear Camera ................................................................. 100
Rear Cross Path ............................................................171
Rear ParkSense System................................................. 94
Rear Seats, Folding ........................................................ 29
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Towing ...................................................................... 220
Recreational Towing ..................................................... 109
Reformulated Gasoline ................................................ 268 Refrigerant .................................................................... 230
Release, Hood ................................................................ 59
Reminder, Lights On....................................................... 42
Reminder, Seat Belt ..................................................... 178
Remote Control Starting System ......................................................... 16
Remote Keyless Entry Arm The Alarm ........................................................... 19
Panic Alarm ............................................................... 13
Programming Additional Key Fobs ........................... 14
Unlatch The Trunk ..................................................... 13
Remote Sound System (Radio) Control ...................... 129
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode............................................ 17
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features......... 18
Uconnect Settings ..................................................... 18
Remote Starting System ................................................ 16 Remote Trunk Release .................................................. 59
Replacement Bulbs ...................................................... 246
Replacement Tires ....................................................... 258
Reporting Safety Defects ............................................. 276
Restraints, Child ........................................................... 190
Restraints, Head............................................................. 33
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ....................................... 218
Rotation, Tires .............................................................. 263
SSafety ............................................................................ 128
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle....................................... 199
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................................... 201
Safety Defects, Reporting ............................................ 276
Safety Features ............................................................ 128
Safety Information, Tire ............................................... 248
Safety Tips .................................................................... 199
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