light DODGE CHARGER SRT 2018 Owners Manual

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Essential Information
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items
of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustra-
tions may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Symbols
Some vehicle components have colored labels whose sym-
bols indicate precautions to be observed when using this
component. Refer to “Warning Lights and Messages” in
“Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for further
information on the symbols used in your vehicle.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This Owner ’s Manual containsWARNINGSagainst operat-
ing procedures that could result in a collision, bodily injury
and/or death. It also contains CAUTIONSagainst proce-
dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire Owner ’s Manual, you may miss impor-
tant information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may
lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.
WARNING!
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH when using
“Track-Use” parts and equipment:
• NEVER use any “Track-Use” equipment on public
roads. FCA US LLC does not authorize the use of
“Track-Use” equipment on public roads.
• The intended use of “Track-Use” parts is for race
vehicles on race tracks. To help ensure the safety of
the race driver, engineers should supervise the instal-
lation of “Track-Use” parts.
• FCA US LLC does not authorize the installation or
use of any part noted as “Track-Use” on any new
vehicle prior to its first retail sale.
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INTRODUCTION 5

FRONT VIEW
Front View
1 — Doors4 — Headlights
2 — Exterior Mirrors 5 — Windshield
3 — Wheels/Tires 6 — Hood/Engine Compartment
8 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS

REAR VIEW
Rear View
1 — Rear Lights
2 — Trunk
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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

▫Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ............40
▫ Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped ........41
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors ............................41
 SEATS ................................42
▫ Power Seats ...........................42
▫ Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped ..........44
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ...............47
▫ Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped .........49
▫ Folding Rear Seat .......................50
 HEAD RESTRAINTS ......................51
▫ Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats .......52
▫ Rear Head Restraints ....................53
▫ Front Head Restraint Removal ..............54
 STEERING WHEEL .......................54
▫ Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......54
▫ Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped .........55
MIRRORS ..............................56
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped .....56
▫ Outside Mirrors ........................57
▫ Driver’s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror —
If Equipped ............................57
▫ Outside Mirrors Approach Light — If Equipped . .58
▫ Power Mirrors .........................58
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .............59
▫ Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped .....59
▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped .....59
 EXTERIOR LIGHTS .......................60
▫ Headlight Switch .......................60
▫ Multifunction Lever .....................61
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped . .61
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ..................61
▫ Automatic High Beam — If Equipped ........61
▫ Flash-To-Pass ..........................62
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▫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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To Unlock The Doors
Push and release the unlock button on the key fob once to
unlock the driver’s door or twice within five seconds to
unlock all doors.
The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock
signal. The illuminated entry system will also be activated.
NOTE:
All door unlock settings can be programmed to your
convenience through Uconnect Settings. Refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
• Unlock the driver door on the first push of the key fob
unlock button.
• Unlock all doors on the first push of the key fob unlock
button.
NOTE: To unlock doors and trunk with passive entry,
Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in
“Doors” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further
information.
NOTE: When you use the key fob to open any door, the
courtesy lights, overhead lights, and approach lighting in
the outside mirrors (if equipped) will turn on. Refer to
“Interior Lights” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for
further information.
1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks
This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the unlock
button on the key fob.
To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Multimedia” for further information.
Flash Lights With Lock
This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash 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 infor-
mation.
Headlight Illumination On Approach
This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds
when the doors are unlocked with the key fob. The time for
this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped through
Uconnect. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
To Unlatch The Trunk
Push the trunk button on the key fob two times within five
seconds to unlatch the trunk.
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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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•Hazard switch off
• Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• Check engine light shall not be present
• PANIC button not pushed
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle alarm system indicator flashing
• Ignition in STOP/OFF position
• Fuel level meets minimum requirement
• Vehicle Security Alarm is not signaling an intrusion
WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monox-
ide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury
or death when inhaled.
• Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other
controls could cause serious injury or death.
Remote Start Abort Message On The Instrument
Cluster Display — If Equipped
The following messages will display in the instrument
cluster display if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits
remote start prematurely:
• Remote Start Aborted — Door Open
• Remote Start Aborted — Hood Open
• Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Aborted — Trunk Open
• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset
The message will stay active until the ignition is turned to
the ON/RUN position.
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the remote start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will lock, the
parking lights will flash, and the horn will chirp twice (if
programmed). Then, the engine will start, and the vehicle
will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
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