reset DODGE DART 2016 PF / 1.G Owner's Guide

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. Push the trip odometer
RESET button to turn off the message. If the problem
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CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality, and will require more
frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to “Fluids,
Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in this section for
fluid specifications.
No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission;
only the approved lubricant should be used.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require
adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine
fluid level checks are not required, therefore the transmis-
sion has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can check your
transmission fluid level using special service tools. If you
notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, visit your
authorized dealer immediately to have the fluid level
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” message is displayed.
Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil
message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km)
since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone otherthan your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Driver Information Display
(DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or
350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The
350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
concern for fleet customers
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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MOPAR Parts........................ .576, 641
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .506
Multi-Function Control Lever .................239
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................107
Occupant Restraints ........................48
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................504
Oil Change Indicator ...................338, 353
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ...............338, 353
Oil, Engine ...................... .578, 622, 623
Capacity ............................ .622
Change Interval ....................... .579
Checking ............................ .578
Disposal ............................. .581
Filter ............................... .581
Filter Disposal ........................ .581
Identification Logo ..................... .580
Materials Added To ..................... .581Pressure Warning Light
...................313
Recommendation .................579, 622, 623
Viscosity ......................... .580, 581
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .581
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .582
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .313
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................574
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) .............270
Operating Precautions ..................... .574
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................122
Overhead Console ........................ .268
Overheating, Engine ...................... .531
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..........4,642
Paint Care ............................. .602
Panic Alarm .......................... .22, 26
Parking Brake ........................... .451
Parking On Hill ......................... .451
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Washing Vehicle......................... .602
Water Driving Through ....................... .449
Wheel And Wheel Trim .....................604
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .................604
Wind Buffeting ....................... .46, 282
Window Fogging ........................ .409
Windows ................................43
Auto Down ............................44
Power ................................43 Reset Auto-Up
..........................46
Wind Buffeting ..........................46
Windshield Defroster ...................111,398
Windshield Washers ....................243, 245
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................588
Windshield Wipers ....................... .243
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................588
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... .244
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ..................... .246
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