DODGE DART 2014 PF / 1.G Owners Manual

•Charging System Telltale
This telltale shows the status of the electrical
charging system. If the telltale stays on or comes
on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-
essential electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at
idle). If the charging system telltale remains on, it means
that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the
charging system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See
an authorized dealer.
• If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting
Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. •
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Telltale
This telltale informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If the
telltale comes on while driving, have the sys-
tem checked by an authorized dealer.
•
If a problem is detected, the telltale will come on while
the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the
vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is
placed in the PARK position. The telltale should turn off.
• If the telltale remains lit with the engine running, your
vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an
authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the
telltale is flashing when the engine is running, imme-
diate service is required. You may experience reduced
performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall
and your vehicle may require towing.
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•Engine Temperature Warning Telltale
This telltale warns of an overheated engine con-
dition. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap-
proaches H,this telltale will illuminate and a single
chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.
• If the telltale turns on while driving, safely pull over
and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it
off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and
idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not
return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and
call for service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in
“What To Do In Emergencies” for more information.
• Electric Power Steering Malfunction
This telltale is on when the Electric Power
Steering is not operating and needs service.EVIC White Telltales
•Electronic Speed Control ON
This telltale will illuminate amber when the
electronic speed control is ON. For further infor-
mation, refer to “Electronic Speed Control” in
“Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle.”
EVIC Green Telltales
•Electronic Speed Control SET
This telltale will illuminate green when the elec-
tronic speed control is SET. For further informa-
tion, refer to “Electronic Speed Control” in “Un-
derstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle.”
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Full Speedometer Analog Or Digital Display
Selection
Full Speedometer Analog Icon
Full Speedometer Digital Icon
Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until
the Analog or Digital display icon is highlighted in the
EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to
change the display between analog and digital.
Vehicle Speed MPH / Km/h
Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow
button until the Vehicle Speed icon is high-
lighted in the EVIC. Press the RIGHT arrow
button to view a digital display of the current
speed in MPH or km/h. Pressing the RIGHT arrow
button a second time will toggle the unit of measure
between mph or km/h. Press the LEFT arrow button to
return to the main menu.
NOTE: Changing the unit of measure in the Vehicle
Speed menu will not change the unit of measure in the
EVIC.
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Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow
button until the Vehicle Info icon is highlighted
in the EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT
arrow button and Coolant Temp will be dis-
played. Press the UP or DOWN arrow button to scroll
through the following information sub-menus:
Tire Pressure
Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until
Tire Pressure is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and
release the RIGHT arrow button and one of the following
will be displayed:
• If tire pressure is OK for all tires a vehicle ICON is
displayed with tire pressure values in each corner of
the ICON. •
If one or more tires have low pressure,
Inflate Tire To XX
is displayed with the vehicle ICON and the tire pressure
values in each corner of the ICON with the pressure value
of the low tire displayed in a different color than the other
tire pressure value.
• If the Tire Pressure system requires service, Service
Tire Pressure System is displayed.
Tire Pressure Analog Display
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Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be
reset. Press and release the LEFT arrow button to return
to the main menu.
Refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)”
under “Starting and Operating” for further information.
Fuel Economy
Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow
button until the Fuel Economy icon is high-
lighted. Press the RIGHT arrow button and the
next screen will display the following:
• Average Fuel Economy
• Range To Empty (RTE)
• Current Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy Analog Display
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The EVIC has the capability of displaying an interactive
flower through the Fuel Economy sub-menu which will
add one flower pedal for every 2.5 Miles Per Gallon
(MPG) (1.06 km per liter (km/l) increment. Once the
vehicle reached 30 MPG the EVIC will display a full
flower.
Fuel Economy Digital DisplayFuel Economy MPG Flower Analog Display
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Average Fuel Economy
This feature shows the average fuel economy since the
last reset. When Average Fuel Economy is selected, The
word “RESET>” (with right arrow) appears next to it.Pressing the RIGHT arrow button will reset Average Fuel
Economy which displays “0” immediately after reset.
Then, the history information will be erased, and the
averaging will continue from the last fuel average read-
ing before the reset.
Range To Empty (RTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with
the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is
determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous
and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel
tank level. RTE cannot be reset through the RIGHT arrow
button.
NOTE:
Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of
the vehicle, regardless of the RTE displayed value.
Fuel Economy MPG Flower Digital Display
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When the RTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km)
estimated driving distance, the RTE display will change
to a “LOW FUEL” message. This display will continue
until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a significant
amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the “LOW
FUEL” message and a new RTE value will display. Press
the LEFT arrow button to return to the main menu.
Current/Instantaneous Fuel Economy
The feature displays instantaneous fuel economy in a bar
graph below the RTE, this function cannot be reset. Press
the LEFT arrow button to return to the main menu.
Trip Info
Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow
button until the Trip Info icon is highlighted in
the EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow
button to display the following three trip fea-
tures in the next screen:
• Trip A
• Trip B
• Elapsed Time
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Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the
Trip Computer functions or press the LEFT arrow button
to return to the main menu.
Trip Info Analog DisplayTrip Info Digital Display
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The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa-
tion:
Trip A
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last
reset.
Trip B
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last
reset.
Elapsed Time
Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset.
Elapsed time will increment when the ignition is in the
ON/RUN position.
Resetting A Trip Info Function
To Reset any of the three Trip Info functions, select the
function you want to reset using the UP or DOWN
buttons. Press the RIGHT arrow button until the feature
displays zero.
Stored Messages
Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow
button until the Messages display icon is high-
lighted in the EVIC. This feature shows the
number of stored warning messages. Pressing
the RIGHT arrow button will allow you to see what the
stored messages are. Press the LEFT arrow button to
return to the Main Menu.
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