steering DODGE DART 2015 PF / 1.G Owner's Guide

•Unstored Messages Until RUN
These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start
feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition
is in the RUN state. Examples of this message type are
#Remote Start Aborted - Door Ajar#and#Press Brake
Pedal and Push Button to Start#.
•Five Second Unstored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of
message takes control of the main display area for five
seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An
example of this message type is#Automatic High Beams
On#.
Two Button EVIC — If Equipped
This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful
information by pushing the switches mounted on the
steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the following:
•Odometer
•Digital Vehicle Speed
•Trip
•Range To Empty
•Average Fuel Economy
•Current Fuel Economy
•Stored Messages
•Oil Life
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•Settings
•Units
•Language
The system allows the driver to select information by
pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel:
Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC
EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons (Two–Button EVIC
Controls)
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•Service Air Bag Warning Light
•Washer Fluid Low
•Parking Brake Engaged
•Brake Fluid Low
•Service Electronic Braking System
•Engine Temperature Hot
•Battery Voltage Low
•Oil Pressure Low
•Fuel Low
•Service Antilock Brake System
•Service Electronic Throttle Control
•Transmission Too Hot
•Service Power Steering
•Oil Temperature Hot
•Check Fuel Cap
•Oil Change Due
•Service Tire Pressure System
•Inflate Tire to XX
•Coolant Low
•Rain Sensor Fail
•Traction Control Off
•Engine Warming Wait To Start
•Too Cold Plug In Heater
•Cruise Off
•Cruise Ready
•Cruise Set To XXX MPH
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and then returns to the previous screen. An example of this
message type is#Automatic High Beams On#.
Four Button DID — If Equipped
This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful
information by pushing the switches mounted on the
steering wheel. The DID consists of the following main
menu items:
•Speedometer
•Analog Vehicle Speed
•Vehicle Info
•Fuel Economy
•Trip A
•Trip B
•Audio
•Stored Messages
•Screen Setup
Driver Information Display DID Cluster
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The system allows the driver to select information by
pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel:
•UP Arrow Button
Push and release the UP arrow button to scroll
upward through the main menu and sub-
menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Stored
Messages, Screen Set Up).
•DOWN Arrow Button
Push and release the DOWN arrow button to
scroll downward through the main menu and
sub-menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B,
Stored Messages, Screen Set Up).
•RIGHT Arrow Button
Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to
access the information screens or sub-menu
screens of a main menu item. Push and hold
the RIGHT arrow button for two seconds to
reset displayed/selected features that can be reset.
DID Steering Wheel Buttons (Four–Button DID
Controls)
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3 — Selectable Information (Compass, Temp, Range to
Empty, Trip A, Trip B, Average MPG)
4 — Menu Titles / Odometer
5 — Menu Set (Selectable Icons)
6 — Shift Lever Status (PRNDL)
7 — Reconfigurable Telltales
9 — Sub-menu Current Position — Whenever there are
sub-menus available, the position within the sub-menus
is shown here.
DID Messages
•Front Seatbelts Unbuckled
•Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled
•Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled
•Service Airbag System
•Traction Control Off
•Washer Fluid Low
•Oil Pressure Low
•Oil Change Due
•Fuel Low
•Service Antilock Brake System
•Service Electronic Throttle Control
•Service Power Steering
•Cruise Off
•Cruise Ready
•Cruise Set To XXX MPH
•Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s) “Inflate Tire to
XX”
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•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.
•Engine Temperature Warning Telltale
This telltale warns of an overheated engine con-
dition. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap-
proachesH,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.
DID White Telltales
•Electronic Speed Control ON
This telltale will illuminate white when the elec-
tronic speed control is ON. For further informa-
tion, refer to “Electronic Speed Control” in “Un-
derstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle.”
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Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start
After pressing the Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start
button on the touchscreen the following settings will be
available.
•Horn With Remote Start
When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when
the remote start is activated. To make your selection,
press the Sound Horn With Remote Start button on the
touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting,
showing that setting has been selected. Press the back
arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous
menu.
•Auto-On Driver Heated Seat & Steering Wheel With
Vehicle Start — If Equipped
When this feature is selected the driver’s heated seat and
heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when
temperatures are below 40° F (4.4° C). To make your
selection, press the Auto Heated Seats button on the
touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting,
showing that setting has been selected. Press the back
arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous
menu.
Engine Off Options
After pressing the “Engine Off Options” button on the
touchscreen the following settings will be available.
•Engine Off Power Delay
When this feature is selected, the power window
switches, radio, Uconnect® system (if equipped), DVD
video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped),
and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes
after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening either front
door will cancel this feature. To change the Engine Off
Power Delay status press the “0 seconds,” “45 seconds,#
“5 minutes” or “10 minutes” button on the touchscreen.
Then press the back arrow button on the touchscreen.
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3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the
Uconnect® phone system to list the audio devices.
Next Track
Use the SEEK UP button, or push the VR button on the
radio and say “Next Track,” to jump to the next music
track on your cellular phone.
Previous Track
Use the SEEK DOWN button, or push the VR button on
the radio and say “Previous Track,” to jump to the
previous music track on your cellular phone.
Browse
Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth® Streaming
Audio (BTSA) device. Only the current song that is
playing will display info.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.
The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a
pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and
Remote Sound Controls (Back View Of Steering Wheel)
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▫Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
(1.4L Turbo Engine Only — DDCT).........424
▫Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (2.0L And
2.4L Engine Only — 6F24)...............435
!AUTOSTICK®.........................443
▫Operation...........................443
!DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES.........445
▫Acceleration.........................445
▫Traction............................445
!DRIVING THROUGH WATER.............446
▫Flowing/Rising Water..................446
▫Shallow Standing Water.................446
!PARKING BRAKE......................448
!BRAKE SYSTEM.......................450
!POWER STEERING.....................451
!ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .452
▫Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............453
▫Brake Assist System (BAS)...............455
▫Traction Control System (TCS)............456
▫Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..........456
▫Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..............457
▫Hill Start Assist (HSA).................458
▫Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..........461
!TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION.............465
▫Tire Markings........................465
▫Tire Identification Number (TIN)...........468
▫Tire Terminology And Definitions..........470
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