keyless DODGE DART 2014 PF / 1.G Owner's Guide

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CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ...............409
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped .......409
▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped .....410
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ..................410
▫ Normal Starting .......................410
▫
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or 29°C) . .412
▫ Extended Park Starting ..................412
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................413
▫ After Starting ........................413
▫ Turbocharger “Cool Down” — If Equipped . . .413 
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .414
 MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . .414
▫ Shifting ............................ .415
▫ Downshifting ........................415
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .417
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............419
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .420
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (1.4L Turbo
Engine Only — DDCT) .................420
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your 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. Chil-
dren 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
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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.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake,
press the clutch pedal to the floor, and place the shift
lever in NEUTRAL.
NOTE:
•The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is
pressed to the floor.
• If the key will not turn and the steering wheel is
locked, rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve
pressure on the locking mechanism and then turn the
key.
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Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL
position before you can start the engine. Depress the
brake pedal before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE:You must press the brake pedal before shifting
out of PARK.
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
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter 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.
4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, press the button again.
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine
is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
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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.
Key Ignition Park Interlock
This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter-
lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK
before the ignition switch can be turned to the full OFF
(key removal) position. The key fob can only be removed
from the ignition when the ignition is in the full OFF
position, and the transmission is locked in PARK when-
ever the ignition switch is in the full OFF position.
NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the
key fob in the ignition switch to warn you that this safety
feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and
stopped but the key fob cannot be removed until you
obtain service.
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WARNING!(Continued)
transmission is locked in PARK, securing the ve-
hicle against unwanted movement.
• 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 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!
•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 position:
• When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever
all the way forward until it stops and is fully seated.
• Look at the transmission gear position display and
verify that it indicates the PARK position.
• With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever
will not move out of PARK.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if
the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your
foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle
could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You
could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or
something. Only shift into gear when the engine is
idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the
brake pedal.
•Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you
should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the
parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK, turn
the engine OFF, and remove the Key Fob. When the
ignition is in the OFF position, the transmission is
locked in PARK, securing the vehicle against un-
wanted movement.
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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 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)
•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
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)
•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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Assist, Hill Start..........................451
Auto Down Power Windows ..................42
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................119
Automatic Door Locks ......................34
Automatic Headlights ..................... .236
Automatic High Beams .....................237
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........401
Automatic Transmission ....................417
Adding Fluid ..........................587
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................588
Fluid Level Check .......................587
Fluid Type ............................586
Gear Ranges .......................... .421
Special Additives .......................587
Autostick ...............................437
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................34
Auto Up Power Windows ....................43 Battery
.................................568
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........27
Belts, Seat ...............................51
Bluetooth® Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or
Audio Device After Pairing ................173
Connect Or Disconnect Link Between the
Uconnect® Phone And Mobile Phone .........189
Pair (Link) Uconnect® Phone To A Mobile
Phone ...............................169
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................574
B-Pillar Location ..........................464
Brake Assist System .......................449
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............446
Brake Fluid ..............................611
Brake, Parking .......................... .442
Brake System ............................583
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................446
Master Cylinder ........................584
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INDEX 633

Defroster, Windshield......................110
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................245
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................560
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................241
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ..................587
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................582
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ......35
Door Locks ............................25
KeyFob...............................32
Manual Door Locks ......................32
Power Door Locks .......................33
Remote ...............................32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................32
Door Locks, Automatic ......................34
Door Opener, Garage .......................274
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ..................... .225Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .440
Electrical Power Outlets .....................287
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................300
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................122
Electronic Brake Control System ...............446
Brake Assist System .....................449
Electronic Stability Program ................455
Traction Control System ...................449
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..............450
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........252
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) .............455
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......321
Emergency Brake ........................ .442
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................47
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................547
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Heater, Engine Block.......................414
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .241
Hill Start Assist .......................... .451
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .505
Holder, Coin ............................ .292
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ............274
Ignition Key..................................12
Illuminated Entry ..........................23
Courtesy Lights .........................23
Front Courtesy Overhead Console ............23
Illuminated Entry ........................23
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter .......23
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................17
Infant Restraint ...........................84
Information Center, Vehicle ..................321
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................119 Instrument Cluster
........................305
Instrument Panel and Controls ................304
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............594
Interior Appearance Care ....................592
Interior Lights .......................... .242
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............245
Introduction ..............................4
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth® Streaming Audio ...............172
Jacking Instructions ........................535
Jack Location ............................532
Jack Operation .......................... .532
Jump Starting ............................543
Key Fob Arm The Alarm .........................20
Disarm The Alarm .......................21
Keyless Entry ...........................36
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