DODGE DART 2015 PF / 1.G Owners Manual

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
NOTE:This section describes procedures for towing a
disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Towing Condition WheelsOFF The
Ground
2.0L / 2.4L AUTO-
MATIC TRANS-
MISSION
MANUAL TRANS-
MISSION
1.4L TURBO AU-
TOMATIC (DDCT)
TRANSMISSION
Flat Tow NONENOT ALLOWEDTransmission in
NEUTRAL
Transmission in
NEUTRAL
Dolly TowRearNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
FrontNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
FlatbedALLOKBEST METHOD BEST METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to
main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws regarding
vehicles under tow must be observed.
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CAUTION!
•DO NOT use sling-type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
•When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
•The manufacturer does not recommend towing this
vehicle using a tow dolly. Vehicle damage may
occur.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defroster, etc.)
while being towed, the key must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
2.0L / 2.4L Automatic Transmission
This vehicle must be towed with all four wheels OFF
the ground using a flatbed.
CAUTION!
•DO NOT flat tow any 2.0L or 2.4L vehicle equipped
with an automatic transmission. Damage to the
drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require
towing, make sure all the wheels are OFF the
ground.
•Do not dolly tow this vehicle. Use of a towing dolly
can cause significant damage to your vehicle. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
•Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-
quirements can cause severe transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is not covered un-
der the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to “Shift Lever Override” in this section
for instructions on shifting the automatic transmission
out of PARK for loading onto a flatbed truck.
Manual Transmission Or 1.4L Turbo Automatic
(DDCT) Transmission
•The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle
with all four wheelsOFFthe ground using a flatbed.
•Manual transmission and 1.4L turbo automatic (DDCT)
transmission vehicles can also be flat towed (all four
wheels on the ground) with the transmission in NEU-
TRAL. For vehicles with DDCT transmission (1.4L turbo
automatic), refer to#Shift Lever Override#in this section
for instructions on shifting the transmission into NEU-
TRAL when the ignition is OFF. If the ignition is left in
the ACC position, it may be helpful to disconnect the
negative battery cable (and secure it away from the
battery post), to avoid draining the battery.
CAUTION!
•DO NOT flat tow any disabled vehicle if condition
is related to the clutch, transmission or driveline.
Additional damage to the drivetrain could result.
•Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-
quirements can cause severe engine, transmission,
or drivetrain damage. Damage from improper tow-
ing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.6
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
!ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO . . . .565
!ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L..........566
!ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L..........567
!ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .568
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............568
!EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS..........................569
!REPLACEMENT PARTS..................570
!DEALER SERVICE......................571
!MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES...........571
▫Engine Oil..........................572
▫Engine Oil Filter......................575
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................575
▫Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..576
▫Maintenance-Free Battery...............576
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............577
▫A/C Air Filter.......................578
▫Body Lubrication.....................580
▫Windshield Wiper Blades...............581
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................581
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▫Exhaust System......................582
▫Cooling System......................585
▫Brake System........................591
▫Automatic Transmission — If Equipped.....593
▫Manual Transmission — If Equipped.......595
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................595
!FUSES..............................602
▫Interior Fuses........................602
▫Underhood Fuses......................604
▫Body Control Module (BCM) Fuses.........607
!VEHICLE STORAGE....................609
!REPLACEMENT BULBS.................609
!BULB REPLACEMENT..................611
▫Headlamps..........................611
▫Backup Lamps........................612
▫License Lamp........................613
!FLUID CAPACITIES....................615
!FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE
PA R T S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..616
▫Engine.............................616
▫Chassis............................619
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO
1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir5 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)2 — Engine Oil Level Indicator6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir3 — Engine Oil Fill7 — Battery4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir8 — Air Cleaner Filter
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L
1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir2 — Engine Oil Fill6 — Battery3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir7 — Engine Oil Level Indicator4 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)8 — Air Cleaner Filter
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L
1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir2 — Engine Oil Fill6 — Battery3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir7 — Engine Oil Level Indicator4 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)8 — Air Cleaner Filter
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL). It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
•If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose or
improperly installed. A “gASCAP” message will be dis-
played in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap until
a#clicking#sound is heard. This is an indication that the
gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer
RESET button to turn off the message. If the problem
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