keyless DODGE CHARGER SRT 2018 Owner's Manual

3. Speedometer•Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Fuel Gauge •The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank
when the Keyless Push Button Ignition is in the
ON/RUN position.
•
The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the
vehicle where the fuel door is located.
5. Temperature Gauge
•The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem-
perature. Any reading within the normal range indi-
cates that the engine cooling system is operating
satisfactorily.
• The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tem-
perature when driving in hot weather, up mountain
grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be
allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal
operating range.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
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WARNING! (Continued)
coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer for
service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look
under the hood yourself, see “Servicing And Mainte-
nance.” Follow the warnings under the Cooling System
Pressure Cap paragraph.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam-
age your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,”
pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the
air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back
into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the
“H,” turn the engine off immediately and call an
authorized dealer for service.
NOTE: The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check
when the ignition is first cycled.
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•Pushing the OKbutton makes the selection and a
confirmation screen will appear (returning the user to
the first page of the submenu).
• Pushing the leftarrow button will exit each submenu
layer and return to the main menu.
Engine Oil Life Reset
Oil Change Required
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indi-
cator system. The “Oil Change Required” message will
display in the instrument cluster display for five seconds
after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next
scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indi-
cator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine
oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your
personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you place the ignition in the ON/RUN position. To
turn off the message temporarily, push and release the OK
or arrow buttons. To reset the oil change indicator system
(after performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to the
following procedure. Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition
Use the steering wheel instrument cluster display controls
for the following procedure(s):
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button and place the ignition in the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).
2. Push and release the downarrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info.”
3. Push and release the rightarrow button to access the
”Oil Life” screen.
4. Push and hold the OKbutton to reset oil life. If
conditions are met, the gauge and numeric display will
update to show 100%. If conditions are not met a popup
message of To reset oil life engine must be off with
ignition in run will be displayed (for five seconds), and
the user will remain at the Oil Life screen.
5. Push and release the upordown arrow button to exit
the submenu screen.
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING THE ENGINE ..................212
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................212
▫ Normal Starting .......................213
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition .............214
▫ Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or 30°C) ..................215
▫ If Engine Fails To Start ..................215
▫ After Starting ..........................215
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . . .215
 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . .216
 PARKING BRAKE .......................217
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ..............219
▫ Ignition Park Interlock ...................220
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . . .221 ▫
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission .........221
 DRIVE MODES ........................ .229
▫ Launch Control — If Equipped .............229
▫ Guidelines For Track Use .................231
 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 6.4L ONLY — IF
EQUIPPED ............................ .233
 HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING — IF
EQUIPPED ............................ .233
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ...............234
 ELECTRIC POWER STEERING — IF EQUIPPED . .234
 SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED ..........235
▫ To Activate .......................... .236
▫ To Set A Desired Speed ..................236
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ................236
▫ To Accelerate For Passing .................237
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STARTING THE ENGINE
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 exiting the vehicle, always make sure the
ignition is in “OFF” mode, remove the key fob from
the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children 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 trans-
mission gear selector.
• 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.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
Automatic Transmission
The gear selector must be in the PARK position before you
can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into
any driving gear.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following
precautions are not observed:
•Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop.
• Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL,
or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is
firmly pressing the brake pedal.
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ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions — With Driv-
er ’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or NEUTRAL
Position)
The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar to an
ignition switch. It has three modes: OFF, ACC, and RUN.
To change the ignition modes without starting the vehicle
and use the accessories, follow these directions:
1. Start with the ignition in the OFF mode.
2. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to placethe ignition to the ACC mode.
3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time to place the ignition to the RUN mode.
4. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition to the OFF mode.Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition
This feature allows the driver to operate 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.
Keyless Push Button Ignition
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When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away
from the curb on an uphill grade. Apply the parking brake
before placing the gear selector in PARK, otherwise the
load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it
difficult to move the gear selector out of PARK. The
parking brake should always be applied whenever the
driver is not in the vehicle.
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 movement and
possible injury or damage.
• When exiting 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 gear
selector.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the
keyless ignition node is in the OFF mode, remove the
key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• 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.
• 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 leaving
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.
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Arming SystemSecurity Alarm ...........................33
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .143
Audio Systems (Radio) .......................391
Auto Down Power Windows ...................81
Automatic Door Locks .....................40, 41
Automatic Headlights ........................62
Automatic High Beams .......................61
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........72, 77
Automatic Transmission ..................... .221
Adding Fluid .....................346, 385, 387
Fluid And Filter Change ...................346
Fluid Change .......................... .346
Fluid Level Check ........................345
Fluid Type .......................345, 385, 387
Special Additives ........................ .345
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode .....40, 226
Autostick Operation ............................. .226
Auto Up Power Windows .....................81
AuxCord............................... .447
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........101
Axle Fluid ............................385, 387
Axle Lubrication ........................385, 387 Back-Up
.................................269
Battery ...............................121, 327
Charging System Light ....................121
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................21
Location ...............................327
Belts, Seat ............................... .204
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................336
B-Pillar Location .......................... .352
Brake Assist System ........................ .137
Brake Control System ........................137
Brake Fluid ........................343, 385, 387
Brake System ..........................343, 377
Fluid Check ..................... .343, 385, 387
Master Cylinder ........................ .343
Parking ...............................217
W arning

Light .......................120, 377
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................221
Brightness, Interior Lights .....................67
Bulb Replacement ..........................285
Bulbs, Light .......................... .206, 285
Camera, Rear ............................ .269
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .384
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ........................ .325, 330
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INDEX 473

Hood Release..............................86
Ignition ..................................25
Switch .................................25
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ......................31
Information Center, Vehicle ...................109
Inside Rearview Mirror ....................56, 280
Instrument Cluster ..................... .106, 107
Descriptions ............................129
Display ............................109, 112
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................373
Interior Appearance Care .....................372
Interior Lights ..............................65
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ...............69
Introduction ................................4
Jack Operation ............................346
Jump Starting ..........................309, 310
Key Fob Arm The System ..........................33
Panic Alarm .............................20
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........24, 32
Unlatch The Trunk ........................19
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....21Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry)
......24
Key-In Reminder ............................27
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..................... .37, 214
Enter The Trunk ..........................19
Passive Entry ............................37
Passive Entry Programming ..................37
Keys ....................................17
Replacement ..........................24, 32
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................31
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................64
Lane Change Assist ..........................65
LaneSense ............................... .265
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ .165
Latches ................................. .207
Hood ..................................86
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .379
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .207
Life Of Tires ............................. .360
Light Bulbs .......................... .206, 285
Lights .................................. .206
A i

rBag .........................120, 174, 204
Automatic Headlights ......................62
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .142
Brake Warning .......................120, 377
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Passive Entry..............................37
Performance ...........................113,417
Personalized Main Menu .....................391
Pets ................................... .203
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........352
Power Brakes ............................... .377
Deck Lid Release .........................87
Distribution Center (Fuses) ..................294
Door Locks ..............................36
Mirrors ................................58
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............101
Seats ..................................42
Steering ...............................234
Sunroof ................................83
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............54
Windows ...............................80
Power Seats Forward ................................43
Lumbar ................................44
Rearward ...............................43
Recline .................................43
Power Steering Fluid .....................385, 387
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................171Pretensioners
Seat Belts ............................. .171
Radial Ply Tires ............................358
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............341
Radio Frequency General Information ................25, 31, 33, 40
Radio Operation .......................... .448
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................70
Rear Axle (Differential) ..................... .346
Rear Camera ............................. .269
Rear Cross Path ............................151
Rear ParkSense System ..................... .259
Rear Seats, Folding ..........................50
Recreational Towing ........................ .275
Reformulated Gasoline .......................380
Refrigerant ............................332, 333
Release, Hood ..............................86
Reminder, Lights On .........................63
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .164
Remote Keyless

Entry
Arm The Alarm ..........................33
Panic Alarm .............................20
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........24, 32
Unlatch The Trunk ........................1912
INDEX 481