wheel DODGE HORNET 2023 Manual PDF

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Jack And Tools

JACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Jack Warning Label

1 — Tow Eye
2 — Wheel Bolt Wrench
3 — Jack
4 — Wheel Chock
5 — Fuel Funnel
6 — Unlocking Tool (If Equipped)
7 — Screwdriver
WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help
prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle:
Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible before raising the
vehicle.
 Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
 Apply the parking brake firmly and set the transmis -
sion in PARK.
 Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be
raised.
 Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a
jack.
 Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a
jack.
 Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack.
If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a
service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for
lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
 If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful
of motor traffic.
 To ensure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are
securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the
valve stem facing the ground.
WARNING!

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1. Remove the jack, wheel bolt wrench and spare tire.

2. Before raising the vehicle, use the wheel bolt wrench
to loosen, but not remove, the wheel bolts on the
wheel with the flat tire. Turn the wheel bolts counter -
clockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the
ground.

Loosening The Wheel Bolts

NOTE:
Placement for the front and rear jack locations are critical.
See the following images for proper jacking locations.

Jacking Locations

3. Jack lifting points can be identified by an opening under an access panel that exposes the steel lifting
flange. Before positioning the jack, remove the
access panel with the provided screwdriver or similar
tool. Place the jack underneath the lifting area that is
closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise
to securely engage the jack saddle to the lifting area
of the sill flange, centering the jack saddle within the
notch of the sill trim.

Front Lifting Point
Front Jacking Location

CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on
locations other than those indicated in the Jacking
Instructions for this vehicle.
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Rear Lifting Point
Rear Jacking Location

4. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire. 5. Remove the wheel bolts and tire.
6. Mount the spare tire.

Mounting Spare Tire
NOTE:

For vehicles equipped, do not attempt to install a
center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare.
 For additional warnings, cautions, and information
about the spare tire, its use, and operation
Úpage 246.
7. Install and lightly tighten the wheel bolts.
8. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
9. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased
leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern
until each wheel bolt has been tightened twice
Úpage 265. If in doubt about the correct tightness,
have them checked with a torque wrench by an
authorized dealer or at a service station.
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the
vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt
someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to
remove the tire.
CAUTION!
Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem
facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the
spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do
not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result
in serious injury.

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10. Lower the jack until it is free. Remove the wheel
blocks. Stow the wheel bolt wrench, jack assembly
and wheel blocks in the provided storage. Secure the
assembly using the means provided. Release the
parking brake before driving the vehicle.

Damaged Tire Stowage

11. After 25 miles (40 km), check the wheel bolt torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all wheel bolts
are properly seated against the wheel.
TIRE INFLATOR KIT — IF EQUIPPED
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.
DESCRIPTION
If a tire is punctured, you can make an emergency repair
using the Tire Inflator Kit located beneath the load floor in
the rear cargo area.

Tire Inflator Kit Storage

The Tire Inflator Kit includes:
Power Cord.
 Sealant cartridge containing the sealing fluid.
 Filler tube.

 Adhesive label with the writing "Max. 50 mph (80 km/h)”,
to be attached in a position easily visible to the driver
(e.g. on the dashboard) after repairing the tire.

 Air compressor, complete with pressure gauge and
connectors.
 A pair of protective gloves (if equipped).
 Adapters for inflating different elements.

Tire Inflator Kit Components

WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard
stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the
places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or
replaced immediately.
1 — Adhesive Label
2 — Sealant Cartridge
3 — Filler Tube
4 — Power Cord
5 — Air Compressor
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INFLATION PROCEDURENOTE:Always follow applicable state and provincial laws. Contact
state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional
details.
To use your Tire Inflator Kit, proceed as follows:

1. Stop the vehicle in a position where you can repair
the tire safely. Activate the Hazard Warning Flashers
to make other drivers aware of your presence.

2. If equipped, use all available safety equipment required by law.
3. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the
ground. This will allow the Tire Inflator Kit hoses to
reach the valve stem and keep the tire repair kit flat
on the ground.
4. Place the gear selector to PARK (P).
5. Apply the Electric Park Brake and cycle the engine OFF.
6. Insert the sealant cartridge containing the sealing fluid in the proper compressor holder, pushing down
hard. Unscrew the tire valve cap, take out the filler
tube and tighten the fitting on the tire valve.
WARNING!
The information required by current legislation is
shown on the kit cartridge label. Read the cartridge
label before use, avoid improper use.
 Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the
vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the
road to avoid the danger of being hit when using
the Tire Service Kit.
 Do not remove foreign bodies from the tire.
 Do not leave the compressor running for more than
20 minutes, this may cause overheating.
 Do not use the Tire Service Kit or drive the vehicle
under the following circumstances:
 If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately
1/4 inch (6 mm) or larger.
 If the tire has any sidewall damage.
 If the tire has any damage from driving with
extremely low tire pressure.
 If the tire has any damage from driving on a
flat tire.
 If the wheel has any damage.
 If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or
the wheel.
Keep the Tire Service Kit away from open flames or
heat sources.
 A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward in a collision
or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the
vehicle. Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the place
provided. Failure to follow these warnings can result
in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
 Take care not to allow the contents of the Tire
Service Kit to come in contact with hair, eyes, or
clothing. Tire Service Kit sealant is harmful if inhaled,
swallowed, or absorbed through the skin. It causes
skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush immedi -
ately with plenty of water if there is any contact with
eyes or skin. Change clothing as soon as possible, if
there is any contact with clothing.
 Tire Service Kit sealant solution contains latex. In
case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physi -
cian immediately. Keep the Tire Service Kit out of
reach of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immedi -
ately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water.
Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immedi -
ately.
WARNING!

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16. Apply the adhesive label from the sealant bottle
where it can be easily seen by the driver as a
reminder that the tire has been treated with a Tire
Inflator Kit, as well as not to exceed the speed
restriction for the treated tire.
CHECKING AND RESTORING TIRE
P
RESSURE
The compressor can also be used to check and, if
necessary, restore the tire pressure.
Proceed as follows:

1. Plug the power cord in the vehicle’s power outlet.

2. Release the quick connector and connect it directly to
the valve of the tire to be inflated. 3. Push the air release button.

Air Compressor Components

SEALANT CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT
The sealant liquid is subject to expiration and must be
replaced periodically.

Use only original cartridges, which can be purchased at
an authorized dealer.
 Show the cartridge and label to the staff who will have
to handle the tire treated with the kit. 
The sealant is effective with external temperatures of
between -40°F (-40°C) and 122°F (50°C).
The sealant has an expiration date.
To replace the sealant cartridge, proceed as follows:

1. Remove the sealant cartridge by pushing the release button located on the side of the
compressor.

2. Insert the new sealant cartridge by pushing downward firmly.
Sealant Cartridge Replacement

WARNING!
Do not adhere the speed restriction sticker to the
padded area on the steering wheel. Adhering the speed
restriction sticker to the padded area on the steering
wheel is dangerous because the air bag may not
operate (deploy) normally resulting in serious injury.
In addition, do not adhere the sticker to areas where
warning lights or the speedometer cannot be viewed.
6 — Air Release Button
7 — Quick Connector
8 — Power Cord
9 — Release Button
2 — Sealant Cartridge
9 — Release Button

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5. Locate the gear selector override access (at the right
rear corner of the gear selector assembly). Using a
small screwdriver or similar tool, push and hold the
override release lever down.

Gear Selector Override Access Location

6. Move the gear selector to the NEUTRAL (N) position.
7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
8. Reinstall the gear selector boot.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can
often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering
wheel right and left to clear the area around the front
wheels. Push and hold the button on the gear selector.
Then shift back and forth between DRIVE (D) and
REVERSE (R) while gently pressing the accelerator.
NOTE:Shifts between DRIVE (D) and REVERSE (R) can only be
achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less.
Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL (N) for
more than two seconds, you must press the brake pedal
to engage DRIVE (D) or REVERSE (R).
Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that
will maintain the rocking motion without spinning the
wheels or racing the engine.
NOTE:Push the ESC OFF button (if necessary), to place the Elec -
tronic Stability Control (ESC) system in the “Off” mode,
before rocking the vehicle
Úpage 156. Once the vehicle
has been freed, push the ESC OFF button again to restore
“ESC On” mode.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated
by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even
failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and
injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle's wheels
faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than
30 seconds continuously without stopping when you
are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel,
no matter what the speed.
CAUTION!
 Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the
engine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for
at least one minute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce the
risk of clutch or transmission failure during
prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
 When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between
DRIVE gear and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels
faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage
may result.
 Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It
can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmis -
sion shifting occurring).
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service.
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 equipment
manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing devices to
main structural members of the vehicle, not to fascia/
bumper or associated brackets. State and local laws
regarding vehicles under tow must be observed.
NOTE:
You must ensure that the Auto Park Brake feature is
disabled before towing this vehicle to avoid inadvertent
Electric Park Brake engagement. The Auto Park Brake
feature is enabled or disabled via the customer
programmable features in the Uconnect Settings.
 Vehicles with a discharged battery, or total electrical
failure when the Electric Park Brake (EPB) is engaged,
will need a wheel dolly or jack to raise the rear wheels
off the ground when moving the vehicle onto a flatbed. If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
mode.
Note that the Safehold feature will engage the Electric
Park Brake whenever the driver's door is opened (if the
battery is connected, ignition is ON, transmission is not in
PARK, and brake pedal is released). If you are towing this
vehicle with the ignition in the ON/RUN mode, you must
manually disable the Electric Park Brake each time the
driver's door is opened by pressing the brake pedal and
then releasing the EPB.
If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, instructions on
shifting the automatic transmission out of PARK so that
the vehicle can be moved
Úpage 218.
TOWING CONDITION WHEELS OFF THE GROUND
ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD)
Flat Tow NONENOT ALLOWED
Dolly Tow REAR
NOT ALLOWED
FRONT NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALLBEST METHOD
When towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provincial laws. Contact state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional details.
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.
 Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is released, and
remains released, while being towed.
 Do not use a fascia/bumper mounted clamp-on tow
bar on your vehicle. The fascia/bumper face bar will
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WITHOUT THE KEY FOB
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with
the ignition in the OFF mode. The only approved method of
towing without the key fob is with a flatbed truck. Proper
towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the
vehicle.
ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) MODELS
FCA US LLC recommends towing your vehicle with all
four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
TOW EYE — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a tow eye that can be
used to move a disabled vehicle. When using a tow eye,
see the following precautions.

Tow Eye

Tow Eye Usage Precautions
Tow Eye Warning Label

CAUTION!

Towing this vehicle using any other method can
cause severe transmission and/or transfer case
damage.
 Damage from improper towing is not covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
The tow eye must only be used for roadside
emergencies. Use with an appropriate device in
accordance with highway code (a rigid bar or rope) to
maneuver the vehicle in preparation for transport via
a tow truck.
 The tow eye must not be used to move the vehicle off
the road or where there are obstacles.
 Do not use the tow eyes for tow truck hookup or
highway towing.
Do not use the tow eye to free a stuck vehicle Úpage 219.
 Damage to your vehicle may occur if these guidelines
are not followed.
WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow eyes.
Do not use a chain with a tow eye. Chains may break,
causing serious injury or death.
 Do not use a tow strap with a tow eye. Tow straps
may break or become disengaged, causing serious
injury or death.
 Failure to follow proper tow eye usage may cause
components to break resulting in serious injury or
death.
CAUTION!
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Example: If garage temperature = 68°F (20°C) and the
outside temperature = 32°F (0°C) then the cold tire
inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa),
which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this
outside temperature condition.
Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa)
during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure
buildup or your tire pressure will be too low.
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and
within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or
conditions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high
speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very
important. Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle
loading may be required for high-speed vehicle operation.
Refer to an authorized tire dealer or original equipment
vehicle dealer for recommended safe operating speeds,
loading and cold tire inflation pressures.
Radial Ply Tires
Tire Repair
If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it
meets the following criteria:
The tire has not been driven on when flat.
 The damage is only on the tread section of your tire
(sidewall damage is not repairable).
 The puncture is no greater than ¼ of an inch (6 mm).
Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and
additional information.
Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have
experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced
immediately with another Run Flat tire of identical size and
service description (Load Index and Speed Symbol).
Replace the tire pressure sensor as well as it is not
designed to be reused.
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles
(80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation
pressure. This rapid loss of inflation is referred to as the
Run Flat mode. A Run Flat mode occurs when the tire
inflation pressure is at or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a Run Flat tire reaches the Run Flat mode it has
limited driving capabilities and needs to be replaced
immediately. A Run Flat tire is not repairable. When a Run
Flat tire is changed after being driven under a Run Flat
mode 14 psi (96 kPa) condition, please replace the TPMS
sensor as it is not designed to be reused.
NOTE:TPMS sensor must be replaced after driving the vehicle on
a flat tire condition.
It is not recommended to drive a vehicle loaded at full
capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the Run Flat
mode.
For more information
Úpage 165.
Tire Spinning
When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not
spin your vehicle's wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping
Úpage 219.WARNING!
High speed driving with your vehicle under maximum
load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could
cause them to fail. You could have a serious collision.
Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity
at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
WARNING!
Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on
your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly.
The instability could cause a collision. Always use radial
ply tires in sets of four. Never combine them with other
types of tires.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated
by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or
failure. A tire could explode and injure someone.
Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph
(48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continuously
when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a
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