transmission DODGE DART 2016 PF / 1.G User Guide

Engine Temperature Warning Light
Red WarningLight What It Means
Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition. As engine coolant temperatures rise and
the gauge approaches
H,this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after
reaching a set threshold.
If the light 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 tempera-
ture 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 further information.
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Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic
System called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The
light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position before engine start. If the bulb
does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked
promptly.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate
the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through sev-
eral typical driving styles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not
require towing.
When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert serious conditions that could lead to
immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be ser-
viced as soon as possible if this occurs.
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Low Fuel Indicator Light
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Low Fuel Indicator Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal (11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain
on until fuel is added.
Transmission Temperature Indicator Light
Red Telltale
Light What It Means
Transmission Temperature Indicator Light
This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur with
severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, safely pull over and stop them ve-
hicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the
light turns off.
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CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera-
ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause
severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi-
nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in
contact with hot engine or exhaust components and
cause a fire.
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•Key Fob Damaged
• Key In Ignition
• Left Turn Signal Out
• Right Turn Signal Out
• Turn Signal On
• Lights On
• Low Beam Headlight Out
• High Beam Headlight Out
• License Plate Light Out
• Backup Light Out
• Brake Light Out
• Parking Light Out
• Service Air Bag System •
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
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•Automatic Unavailable Use Autostick Service Req.
• Transmission Getting Hot Press Brake
• Trans. Hot Stop Safely Shift to Park Wait to Cool
• Transmission Cool Ready to Drive
• Service Transmission
• Service Shifter
• Engage Park Brake to Prevent Rolling
• Transmission Too Cold Idle With Engine On
• Washer Fluid Low
The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the
white telltales area on the right, yellow telltales in the
middle, and red telltales on the left.Analog Or Digital Speedometer Selection
Full Speedometer Analog Icon
Full Speedometer Digital Icon
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until
the Analog or Digital display icon is highlighted in the
DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to change
the display between analog and digital.
Vehicle Speed MPH / km/h
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow
button until the Vehicle Speed icon is high-
lighted in the DID. Push the RIGHT arrow
button to view a digital display of the current
speed in MPH or km/h. Pushing the RIGHT arrow
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•Show Time In Status Bar — If Equipped
When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the
digital clock in the status bar. To change the Show Time
Status setting press the “Show Time in Status Bar” button
on the touchscreen until a check-mark appears next to
setting, indicating that the setting has been selected. Press
the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the
previous menu.
Safety & Driving Assistance
After pressing the Safety/Assistance button on the touch-
screen the following settings will be available.
• Park Assist — If Equipped
The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind
the vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in RE-
VERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph
(18 km/h). The system can be enabled with Sound Only,
Sound and Display, or turned OFF. To change the Park Assist status, press and release the OFF, Sound Only or
Sounds and Display button. Then press the back arrow
button on the touchscreen. Refer to “ParkSense Rear Park
Assist” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”
for system function and operating information.
•
Blind Spot Alert — If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature
can be set to Off, Lights or Lights and Chime. The Blind
Spot Alert feature can be activated in “Lights” mode.
When this mode is selected, the Blind Spot Monitor
(BSM) system is activated and will only show a visual
alert in the outside mirrors. When “Lights & Chime”
mode is activated, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) will
show a visual alert in the outside mirrors as well as an
audible alert when the turn signal is on. When “Off” is
selected, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is deacti-
vated. To change the Blind Spot Alert status, press the
Off, Lights or Lights & Chime button on the touchscreen.
Then press the back arrow button on the touchscreen.
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Unlock On Exit” button on the touchscreen, until a
check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting
has been selected. Press the arrow back button on the
touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
•Auto Unlock On Exit
When this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when
the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the
PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is
opened. To make your selection, press the Auto Unlock
On Exit button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark
appears next to setting, indicating that the setting has
been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touch-
screen to return to the previous menu.
• Flash Lights With Lock
When this feature is selected, the exterior lights will flash
when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. To make your selection, press the Flash Lights With Lock button on the touch-
screen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicat-
ing that the setting has been selected. Press the back arrow
button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
•
Sound Horn With Lock
When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when
the remote start is activated. To make your selection,
press the Sound Horn With Lock button on the touch-
screen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, indi-
cating that the setting has been selected. Press the back
arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous
menu.
• Sound 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,
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ...............415
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped .......415
▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped .....416
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go ...................416
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .416
▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F
or 29°C) .......................... .418
▫ Extended Park Starting ..................418
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................419
▫ After Starting ....................... .419▫
Turbocharger “Cool Down” — If Equipped . . .420
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .420
 MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . .421
▫ Shifting ............................ .422
▫ Downshifting ....................... .423
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .425
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............428
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .428
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▫Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (1.4L Turbo
Engine Only — DDCT) .................428
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (2.0L And
2.4L Engine Only — 6F24) ...............439
 AUTOSTICK ......................... .446
▫ Operation .......................... .446
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........448
▫ Acceleration ........................ .448
▫ Traction ........................... .448
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............449
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................449
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................449
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .451
 BRAKE SYSTEM ...................... .454
POWER STEERING .....................455
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .456
▫ Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) . . . .456
▫ Brake System Warning Light ..............456
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............456
▫ Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light ............458
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............459
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................459
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............462
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........463
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ...........467
▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ...............467
▫ Ready Alert Braking (RAB) ...............468
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