keyless DODGE CHARGER SRT 2014 7.G Service Manual

STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................397
▫ Automatic Transmission ................397
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ..................398
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .398
▫ Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –20°F Or 29°C) ................400
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................400
▫ After Starting ....................... .401
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .401
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............402▫
Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............404
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .404
▫ Five-Speed Automatic Transmission ........404
 AUTOSTICK® .........................411
▫ Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or
Console Mounted Shifter ................411
 SPORT MODE ........................ .413
 LAUNCH MODE — IF EQUIPPED ..........415
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........417
▫ Acceleration ........................ .417
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•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.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition of 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.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear.
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CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL
into any forward gear when the engine is above
idle speed.
• Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
• Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle
has come to a complete stop and the engine is at
idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal.
Keyless Enter-N-Go™
This feature allows the driver to oper-
ate the ignition switch with the push
of a button, as long as the Remote
Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key Fob
is in the passenger compartment.
Normal Starting
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button
1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
3. The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will
disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•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 park-
ing 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 the ignition of 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.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
• Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
• Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle
has come to a complete stop and the engine is at
idle speed.
• Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU-
TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle
speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while
shifting out of PARK.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key
Fob 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.
CAUTION!
• Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you
must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF
position to the ON/RUN position, and also press
the brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the shift
lever could result.
• DO NOT race the engine when shifting from
PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this
can damage the drivetrain.
The following indicators should be used to ensure that
you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi-
tion:
• When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever
all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is
fully seated.
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WARNING!
•Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the
parking brake. 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 the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle.
• Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged
before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake
failure and a collision.
• Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-
ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or
injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission in
PARK. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll
and cause damage or injury.
CAUTION!
If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the
parking brake released, a brake system malfunction
is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an
authorized dealer immediately.
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Automatic Headlights..................... .220
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............334
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........388
Automatic Transmission .................404, 533
Adding Fluid ...................... .533, 559
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................533
Fluid Change ......................... .533
Fluid Level Check ...................531, 532
Fluid Type ........................... .559
Special Additives ...................... .532
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................33
Auto Up Power Windows ....................42
Axle Fluid ............................. .559
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) .................559
Battery ................................ .514
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Location ............................. .514
Remote Battery Replacement ................25Transmitter Battery Replacement
.............25
Belts, Seat ........................... .50, 100
Bluetooth® Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio
Device After Pairing .....................159
Connect Or Disconnect Link Between the Uconnect®
Phone And Mobile Phone ..............144, 175
Pair (Link) Uconnect® Phone To A Mobile
Phone .............................. .130
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................519
B-Pillar Location ......................... .443
Brake Assist System ...................... .428
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............426
Brake Fluid ............................ .559
Brake, Parking .......................... .422
Brake System ........................... .529
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .425
Fluid Check ....................... .530, 559
Master Cylinder ....................... .530
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INDEX 591

Dimmer Switch, Headlight...................225
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .512
Power Steering ........................ .421
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................527
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ......34
Door Locks ......................... .23, 30
KeyFob...............................30
Key Fob Emergency Key ...................25
Remote ...............................30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................30
Door Locks, Automatic ......................33
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .418
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy ......335Electrical Power Outlets
.....................298
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................309
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................113
Electronic Brake Control System ...............426
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................427
Brake Assist System .....................428
Traction Control System ...................427
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......541
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .....240, 244
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............428
Electronic Vehicle Information Center Instrument Cluster Display .................30
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......325
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .325
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .325
EVIC Display ......................... .327
EVIC Messages .....................325, 327
Remote Start ...........................30
594 INDEX

Programming Additional Transmitters.......18, 25
Remote Battery Replacement ................25
Unlatch The Trunk .......................24
Unlock The Doors .......................22
Key-In Reminder ..........................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go .....................35, 398
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Enter The Trunk .........................24
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ............23, 350, 365
Passive Entry Programming ..........35, 350, 365
Unlock From The Passenger Side .............22
Keyless Enter-N-Go™™ Keyless Enter-N-Go™™ ...................35
Passive Entry ...........................35
Unlock From The Driver’s Side ..............22
Keyless Entry System .......................22
Keyless Go ...............................12
Key, Replacement ..........................17
Keys ...................................12 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)
....................16
Kicker Sound System ...................... .376
Knee Bolster ..............................60
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................225
Lane Change Assist ....................... .225
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................50
Latches ............................... .102
Latch Plate ...............................51
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .468
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .102
Life of Tires ............................ .456
Light Bulbs ......................... .102, 552
Lights ............................. .102, 219
Airbag ..................... .68, 74, 100, 319
Alarm .............................. .321
Anti-Lock ............................ .320
Automatic Headlights ....................220
Brake Assist Warning ....................434
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INDEX 599

Pets, Transporting..........................97
Phone (Pairing) .......................... .157
Phone (Uconnect®) .....................125, 150
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........443
Power Deck Lid Release ........................44
Distribution Center (Fuses) ................546
Door Locks ............................32
Mirrors ..............................113
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........298
Seats ............................... .201
Steering .......................... .420, 421
Sunroof ............................. .294
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............235
Windows ..............................40
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .559
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................60
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................58 Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .22
Radial Ply Tires
......................... .450
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........527
Radio Operation ......................... .380
Radio Remote Controls .....................377
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................232
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................533
Rear Camera ........................... .280
Rear Cupholder ......................... .303
Rear ParkSense System .....................272
Rear Seat, Folding .........................211
Rear Window Defroster .....................309
Rear Window Features .....................309
Recorder, Event Data .......................74
Recreational Towing ...................... .479
Reformulated Gasoline .....................469
Refrigerant ............................. .517
Reminder, Lights On ...................... .223
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