ESP DODGE DART 2015 PF / 1.G Repair Manual

(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE:
•Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could
lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is
needed to be added to the system please contact your
local authorized dealer.
•Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom-
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency,
have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with
OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as
possible.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze).
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION!
•Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials
such as steel wool or scouring powder that will
scratch metal and painted surfaces.
•Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274 kPa)
can result in damage or removal of paint and decals.
Special Care
•If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once
a month.
•It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear and
open.
•If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,
touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is
considered the responsibility of the owner.
•If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar
cause that destroys the paint and protective coating,
have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The
cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of
the owner.
•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
•If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
•Use MOPAR® Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to
match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
•All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
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•For grease stains, apply MOPAR® Multi-Purpose
Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and
remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove
soap residue.
•Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of
protectants on Stain Repel products.
Interior Care
Use MOPAR® Fabric Cleaner or equivalent to clean
fabric upholstery and MOPAR® Carpet Cleaner or
equivalent for carpeting.
Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, or MOPAR® Satin Select or equivalent. Do not use
harsh cleaners or Armor All®. Use MOPAR® Total Clean
or equivalent to clean vinyl upholstery.
MOPAR® Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom-
mended for leather upholstery.
Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
and MOPAR® Total Clean or equivalent. Care should be
taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any
liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids,
solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean
your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi-
tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599

The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a ser-
vice contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract,
and you require service after the manufacturer’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the
contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
the ownership experience. You will be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only),
some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids
contained in vehicles and certain products of compo-
nent wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the
DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group
LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
634 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
638 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

About Your Brakes........................450
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................453
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............587
Adding Fuel.............................505
Adding Washer Fluid......................581
Additives, Fuel...........................503
Air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Air Bag
Advance Front Air Bag....................63
Air Bag Components.....................62
Air bag Operation.......................67
Air Bag Warning Light....................68
Driver Knee Air Bag......................77
Enhanced Accident Response................83
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................87
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Front Passenger Knee Air bag...............77
If A Deployment Occurs...................82
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................77
Lighter Weight Passengers..................71
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............86
Occupant Classification Module (OCM)........68
Transporting Pets.......................109
Air bag Deployment........................62
Air bag Light.............................84
Air bag Maintenance........................86
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .575
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................577
Air Conditioning..........................390
Air Conditioning Controls...................390
Air Conditioning Filter.....................405
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips..............404
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................577
Air Conditioning System....................390
Air Pressure, Tires.........................478
Alarm
Arm The System........................20
Rearming The System.....................20
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Electrical Power Outlets.....................287
Electric Rear Window Defrost.................298
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................124
Electronic Brake Control System...............452
Brake Assist System.....................455
Electronic Stability Program................461
Traction Control System...................456
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..............456
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........253
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).............461
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......271
Emergency Brake.........................448
Emergency Deck Lid Release..................48
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck................555
Hazard Warning Flasher..................527
Jacking...............................539
Jump Starting..........................551
Overheating...........................527
Towing..............................559
Emergency Trunk Release....................48
Emission Control System Maintenance..........569
Engine.................................566
Air Cleaner...........................575
Block Heater..........................416
Break-In Recommendations................109
Checking Oil Level......................572
Compartment..........................565
Cooling..............................585
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................111
Fuel Requirements......................500
Jump Starting..........................551
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..572
Oil Filler Cap..........................566
Oil Selection...........................573
Overheating...........................527
Temperature Gauge......................310
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............8310
INDEX 645

Lane Change Assist........................243
Lap/Shoulder Belts.........................52
Latches................................114
Lead Free Gasoline........................500
Leaks, Fluid.............................114
Life of Tires.............................486
Light Bulbs..............................114
Lights.................................114
Airbag................................84
Alarm...............................315
Anti-Lock.............................318
Automatic Headlights....................237
Brake Warning.........................312
Bulb Replacement.......................611
Cruise...............................320
Daytime Running.......................240
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.................242
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator.....464
Exterior..............................114
Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..241
Hazard Warning Flasher..................527
Headlights............................236
Headlights On Reminder..................240
Headlights On With Wipers................238
Headlight Switch.......................236
High Beam............................243
High Beam Indicator.....................312
High Beam/Low Beam Select...............243
Illuminated Entry........................23
Instrument Cluster......................236
Intensity Control........................244
Interior..............................244
License..............................613
Lights On Reminder.....................240
Low Fuel.............................316
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).........318
Oil Pressure...........................317
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness)...........246
650 INDEX