ignition DODGE CHARGER SRT 2018 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT PANEL
Instrument Panel
1 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls7 — Ignition
2 — Paddle Shifters 8 — Switch Panel
3 — Multifunction Lever (Behind Steering Wheel) 9 — Uconnect System
4 — Headlight Switch (Behind Steering Wheel) 10 — Climate Controls
5 — Instrument Cluster 11 — Front Power Outlet
6 — Speed Controls 10 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
KEYS .................................17
▫ KeyFob..............................17
 IGNITION SWITCH .......................25
▫ Keyless Push Button Ignition ...............25
▫ Vehicle On Message .....................27
 REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .............28
▫ How To Use Remote Start — If Equipped ......28
▫ Remote Start Abort Message On The Instrument
Cluster Display — If Equipped ..............29
▫ To Enter Remote Start Mode ................29
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle ...............................30
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ...............................30
▫ Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped . . .31 ▫
General Information .....................31
 SENTRY KEY ...........................31
▫ Customer Key Programming ...............32
▫ Replacement Keys .......................32
▫ General Information .....................33
 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .33
▫ To Arm The System .....................33
▫ To Disarm The System ....................34
▫ Rearming Of The System ..................35
▫ Tamper Alert ...........................35
 DOORS ...............................35
▫ Manual Door Locks ......................35
▫ Power Door Locks ......................36
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry .........373

▫Automatic Headlights ....................62
▫ Parking Lights .........................63
▫ Headlights On With Wipers ................63
▫ Headlight Time Delay ....................63
▫ Lights-On Reminder .....................63
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .................64
▫ Turn Signals ...........................64
▫ Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ..........65
 INTERIOR LIGHTS .......................65
▫ Courtesy Lights .........................65
 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........69
▫ Wiper Operation ........................69
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ..........70
 CLIMATE CONTROLS .....................72
▫ Automatic Climate Control Overview .........72
▫ Climate Control Functions .................76 ▫
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped .............................77
▫ Operating Tips .........................78
 WINDOWS .............................80
▫ Power Window Controls ..................80
▫ Wind Buffeting .........................83
 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ..........83
▫ Opening Sunroof ........................84
▫ Closing Sunroof .........................84
▫ Wind Buffeting .........................84
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express .................85
▫ Sunshade Operation ......................85
▫ Pinch Protect Feature .....................85
▫ Sunroof Maintenance .....................85
▫ Ignition Off Operation ....................85
▫ Relearn Procedure .......................85
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KEYS
Key Fob
Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. The ignition
system consists of a key fob with Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) and a START/STOP push button ignition system.
The Remote Keyless Entry system consists of a key fob and
Keyless Enter-N-Go feature if equipped.
NOTE:The key fob may not be found if it is located next to
a mobile phone, laptop or other electronic device; these
devices may block the key fob’s wireless signal.
The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the doors and
trunk from distances up to approximately 66 feet (20 m)
using a handheld key fob. The key fob does not need to be
pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
NOTE: SRT vehicles, equipped with the 6.2L Super-
charged engine, come with three key fobs (two red and one
black) that allow for different engine power levels. Please
refer to the “Drive Mode Supplement” for further descrip-
tions. NOTE:
In the ON/RUN position, key fob commands are
disabled if the vehicle is at or above 5 MPH.
Key Fob
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The key fob also contains an emergency key, which is
stored in the rear of the key fob.
The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should
the battery in the vehicle or the key fob go dead. The
emergency key is also for locking/unlocking the glove
compartment. You can keep the emergency key with you
when valet parking.
To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical release
button on the back of the key fob sideways with your
thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a backup method can be used to
operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side of the key fob
(side opposite of the Emergency Key) against the ENGINE
START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition
switch.
Emergency Key
Emergency Key Removal Process
1 — Mechanical Release Button
2 — Emergency Key
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If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to
“Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” under “Getting To
Know Your Vehicle” for further information.
To Lock The Doors And Trunk
Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all
doors.
The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to
acknowledge the signal if programmed. Refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further programmable infor-
mation.
NOTE:To lock the doors with passive entry, Refer to
“Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in “Doors”
in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further information.
If one or more doors are open, or the trunk is open, the
doors will lock. The doors will unlock automatically if the
key is left inside the passenger compartment, otherwise the
doors will stay locked.
Sound Horn With Lock
This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are
locked with the key fob. This feature can be turned on or
turned off. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
Using The Panic Alarm
To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push the Panic
button on the key fob. When the Panic Alarm is activated,
the turn signals will flash, the horn will pulse on and off,
and the interior lights will turn on.
The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you
turn it off by either pushing the Panic button a second time
or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or
greater.
NOTE:
• The interior lights will turn off if you place the ignition
in the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic Alarm
is activated. However, the exterior lights and horn will
remain on.
• You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the
vehicle when using the key fob to turn off the Panic
Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the
system.
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3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over(battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a
solid surface such as a table or similar surface, and then
replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match
the + sign on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the
battery clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching
the new battery with your fingers because skin oils may
cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean
it with rubbing alcohol.
4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves together.
Programming Additional Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an autho-
rized dealer.
NOTE:
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be repurposed and reprogrammed to another vehicle.
Request For Additional Remote Controls
NOTE: Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle
electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
programmed to any other vehicle.
WARNING!
• Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in
the OFF mode.
Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer. This procedure consists of programming a blank
key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob is one
that has never been programmed.
Key Fob Battery Replacement
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NOTE:When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System
serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized
dealer.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2.
This device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
IGNITION SWITCH
Keyless Push Button Ignition
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition with
the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the
passenger compartment.
The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating
positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate
when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and
ON/RUN. The fourth position is START. During start,
ON/RUN will illuminate.
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NOTE:If the ignition switch does not change with the push
of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead battery. In
this situation, a back up method can be used to operate the
ignition switch. Put the nose side (side opposite of the
emergency key) of the key fob against the ENGINE START/
STOP button and push to operate the ignition switch.The push button ignition can be placed in the following
modes:
OFF
• The engine is stopped.
• Some electrical devices (e.g. central locking, alarm, etc.)
are still available.
ACC
• Engine is not started.
• Some electrical devices are available.
ON/RUN
• Driving position.
• All the electrical devices are available.
START
• The engine will start.
WARNING!
•When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key fob
from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
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START/STOP Ignition Button
1 — OFF
2 — ACC
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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 parking brake,
brake pedal or the 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 ON/RUN mode. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves. Al-
ways remove key fob from the vehicle and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
NOTE: Refer to Starting The Engine, inStarting And
Operating for further information.
Vehicle On Message
When opening the driver’s door and the ignition is in
ON/RUN (engine not running) position, a chime will
sound to remind you to place the ignition in the OFF
position.
In addition to the chime, the Vehicle On message will
display in the cluster (if equipped).
NOTE:The power window switches and power sunroof (if
equipped) will remain active for three minutes after the
ignition is cycled to the OFF position. Opening either front
door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is
programmable.
WARNING!
• Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a complete
stop, then shift the automatic transmission into
PARK, apply the parking brake, place the engine in
the OFF position, remove the key fob from the
vehicle and lock your vehicle. If equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go, always make sure the keyless
ignition is in “OFF” position, remove the key fob
from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
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