Center button DODGE HORNET 2023 Owners Manual

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE31
FRONT VENTILATED SEATS —
I
F EQUIPPED
Located in the seat cushion and seat back are
fans that draw the air from the passenger
compartment and move air through fine
perforations in the seat cover to help keep the
driver and front passenger cooler in higher ambient
temperatures. The fans operate at three speeds:
HI, MED, and LO.
The front ventilated seats control buttons are located
within the Uconnect system. You can gain access to the
control buttons through the climate screen or the controls
screen.
 Press the ventilated seat button once to choose HI.
 Press the ventilated seat button a second time to
choose MED.
 Press the ventilated seat button a third time to
choose LO.
 Press the ventilated seat button a fourth time to turn
the ventilated seat off.
NOTE:The engine must be running for the ventilated seats to
operate.
For information on use with the Remote Start system, see
Úpage 19.
REAR SEAT ARMREST — IF EQUIPPED
The center part of the rear seat can also be used as a rear
armrest with cup holders, pull the rear armrest strap to
release it from the seat and pull forward.

Pull Rear Armrest Strap

HEAD RESTRAINTS
Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by
restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact.
Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the
head restraint is located above the top of your ear.
NOTE:Do not reverse the head restraints (making the rear of the
head restraint face forward) in an attempt to gain addi -
tional clearance to the back of your head.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback is not securely locked into
position the seat will not provide the proper stability for
child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched
seat could cause serious injury.
WARNING!
 All occupants, including the driver, should not
operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the
head restraints are placed in their proper positions in
order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event
of a crash.
 Head restraints should never be adjusted while the
vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head
restraints improperly adjusted or removed could
cause serious injury or death in the event of a
collision.
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32GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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Front Head Restraint Adjustment
Your vehicle is equipped with front two-way driver and
passenger head restraints.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head
restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjustment
button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push
downward on the head restraint.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Rear Head Restraint Adjustment
The rear outboard head restraints can be adjusted up or
down.
To raise the outboard head restraint, pull upward on the
head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the
adjustment button, located at the base of the head
restraint, and push downward on the head restraint.

Outboard Head Restraint Adjustment Button

Head Restraint Removal
To remove the front or rear outboard head restraints,
proceed as follows:

1. Raise the head restraint to its maximum height.

2. Push the adjustment button and the release button
at the side of the two supports at the same time.
3. Pull upward on the head restraint to fully remove it.
To reinstall the head restraints, proceed as follows:

1. Hold down both the adjustment button and release button while placing the head restraint posts into
the holes.

2. Then, reposition the head restraint to the appropriate height for the passengers.
3. Replace the seatback to the appropriate position for passengers.
NOTE:The rear center head restraint is fixed, and is not
adjustable or removable.
1 — Release Button
2 — Adjustment Button
WARNING!
 All occupants, including the driver, should not
operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the
head restraints are placed in their proper positions in
order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event
of a crash.
Head restraints should never be adjusted while the
vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head
restraints improperly adjusted or removed could
cause serious injury or death in the event of
a collision.
WARNING!
ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the
vehicle to properly protect the occupants.
WARNING!
WARNING!
A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could cause serious injury or death to occu -
pants of the vehicle. Always securely stow removed
head restraints in a location outside the occupant
compartment.
 ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the
vehicle to properly protect the occupants. Follow the
preceding reinstallation instructions prior to oper -
ating the vehicle or occupying a seat.

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36GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
FOLDING MIRRORS
The exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to pivot
forward or rearward to help avoid damage. The mirror has
two detent positions: normal and full rearward.

Folding Mirror
Folding Mirror Positions

HEATED MIRRORS — IF EQUIPPED
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
This feature will be activated whenever you
turn on the rear window defroster (if equipped)
Úpage 46.
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED

HomeLink® Buttons On Sun Visor

Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.
 HomeLink® replaces up to three
hand-held transmitters that operate
devices such as garage door
openers, motorized gates, lighting,
or home security systems. The
HomeLink® unit is powered by your
vehicle’s 12 Volt battery. 
The HomeLink® buttons that are located in the over -
head console or sun visor designate the three different
HomeLink® channels.
 To operate HomeLink®, push and release any of the
programmed HomeLink® buttons. These buttons will
activate the devices they are programmed to with each
press of the corresponding HomeLink® button.
 The HomeLink® indicator light is located above the
center button.
NOTE:HomeLink® is disabled when the Vehicle Security system
is active Úpage 275.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN PROGRAMMING
H
OMELINK®
For efficient programming and accurate transmission of
the Radio Frequency (RF) signal, it is recommended that a
new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the
device that is being programmed to the HomeLink®
system. Make sure your hand-held transmitter is
programmed to activate the device you are trying to
program your HomeLink® button to.
Ensure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage
before you begin programming.
It is recommended that you erase all the channels of your
HomeLink® before you use it for the first time.
1 — Full Rearward Position
2 — Normal Driving Position

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46GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
The rain sensor is able to recognize and automatically
adjust itself when the following conditions occur:
Presence of dirt on the controlled surface
(e.g. salt, dirt, etc.).
 Presence of streaks of water caused by the worn
window wiper blades.
 Difference between day and night.
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER

Shifting the vehicle into REVERSE with the windshield wiper
operating activates a single cycle of the rear window wiper.

Push the windshield wiper lever downward (with the
vehicle in REVERSE) to activate/deactivate continuous
rear wiper operation.
Push the windshield wiper lever downward (without the
vehicle in REVERSE) to activate/deactivate intermittent
rear wiper operation.
Push the windshield wiper lever towards the instrument
panel to activate the rear window washer (a brief push
activates one washing cycle, while keeping the stalk
pushed washes continuously until the stalk is released).
NOTE:Make sure the rear wiper is turned off when cleaning the
windshield glass.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control system allows you to regulate the
temperature, air flow, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the
touchscreen and on the instrument panel below the radio.
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
D
ESCRIPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS

Uconnect 5 or 5 NAV With 10.25-Inch Display Automatic
Climate Controls
Instrument Panel Center Stack Climate Controls

MAX A/C Button
Press and release the MAX A/C button on the
touchscreen to change the current setting to
the coldest output of air. The MAX A/C indicator
illuminates when MAX A/C is on. Pressing the
button again will cause the MAX A/C operation to exit.
Pressing other settings will cause the MAX A/C to exit.
NOTE:The MAX A/C button is only available on the touchscreen.
A/C Button
Press and release the A/C button on the
touchscreen, or push the button on the
faceplate to change the current setting.
The A/C indicator illuminates when A/C is ON.
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator to
manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning
system. When the air conditioning system is turned on,
dehumidified air will flow through the outlets into the
cabin.
If your air conditioning performance seems lower than
expected, check the front of the A/C condenser (located in
front of the radiator), for an accumulation of dirt or insects.
Clean with a gentle water spray from the front of the
radiator and through the condenser. If the problem
persists, please contact an authorized dealer.

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48GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Driver And Passenger Temperature
Control Buttons
These buttons provide the driver and passenger with
independent temperature control.
SYNC Button
Press the SYNC button on the touchscreen to
toggle the Sync feature on/off. The SYNC
indicator is illuminated when SYNC is on. SYNC
is used to synchronize the passenger
temperature setting with the driver temperature setting.
Changing the passenger temperature setting while in
SYNC will automatically exit this feature.
NOTE:The SYNC button is only available on the touchscreen.
Blower Control

Blower Control is used to regulate the amount of
air forced through the Climate Control system.
There are seven blower speeds available.
Adjusting the blower will cause automatic mode
to switch to manual operation. The speeds can be selected
using either the blower control buttons on the faceplate or
the buttons on the touchscreen.

Faceplate
Press the small blower icon button to decrease the blower
speed, or press the large blower icon button to increase
the blower speed.
Touchscreen
Blower speed can also be selected by pressing a number
on the blower bar area.
Mode Control
Select Mode by pressing one of the Mode
buttons on the touchscreen, or the faceplate,
to change the airflow distribution mode. The
airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air
comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets,
defrost outlets and demist outlets.
Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument
panel. Each of these outlets can be individually
adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes
of the center outlets and outboard outlets can
be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow
direction. There is a shut-off wheel located below the air
vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from
these outlets.
Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel outlets
and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is
directed through the defrost and side window
demister outlets.
NOTE:Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to
provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air
from the floor outlets.
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight
amount of air is directed through the defrost,
side window demister outlets, and panel
outboard outlets.
Defrost Mode
Air comes from the windshield and side
window demist outlets. When the defrost
button is selected, the blower level may
increase. Use Defrost mode with maximum
temperature settings for best windshield and side window
defrosting and defogging. When toggling the front defrost
mode button, the Climate Control system will return to the
previous setting.
Mix Mode
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and
side window demister outlets. This setting
works best in cold or snowy conditions that
require extra heat to the windshield. This
setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing
moisture on the windshield. A slight amount of air is also
directed through the panel outboard outlets.
Push upward on the driver’s or
passenger’s side toggle switch on the
faceplate, or press and slide the
temperature bar towards the red arrow
button on the touchscreen for warmer
temperature settings.
Push downward the driver’s or
passenger’s side toggle switch on the
faceplate, or press and slide the
temperature bar towards the blue arrow
button on the touchscreen for cooler
temperature settings.

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66GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.

1. Speedometer

Indicates vehicle speed.
2. Instrument Cluster Display When the appropriate condi -
tions exist, this display shows
the instrument cluster display messages.
 The display always shows one of the main menu
items after ignition is placed on.
3. Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per
minute (RPM x 1000).
4. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank
when the Keyless Push Button Ignition is in the
ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump symbol points to the
side of the vehicle where the fuel door
is located.
 Push the center-rear edge of the fuel filler door
and release to open. 5. Oil Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine oil tempera -
ture. Any reading within the normal range indi -
cates that the engine is operating satisfactorily.
NOTE:The Instrument Cluster Warning Indicators will illuminate
briefly for a bulb check when the ignition is first cycled.
Depending on your vehicle trim, your instrument cluster
display may vary.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle may be equipped with an instrument cluster
display, which offers useful information to the driver. With
the ignition in the OFF mode, opening/closing of a door will
activate the display for viewing, and display the total miles,
or kilometers, in the odometer. Your instrument cluster
display is designed to display important information about
your vehicle’s systems and features. Using the driver
interactive display located on the instrument panel, your
instrument cluster display can show you how systems are
working and give you warnings when they aren’t. The
steering wheel mounted controls allow you to scroll
through and enter the main menus and submenus. You
can access the specific information you want and make
selections and adjustments.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
L
OCATION AND CONTROLS
The instrument cluster display features a driver interactive
display that is located in the instrument cluster.
NOTE:Depending on your vehicle trim, your instrument cluster
display may vary.

Instrument Cluster Display And Controls Location

1 – Instrument Cluster Display Screen
2 – Instrument Cluster Display Controls

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL67
The systems allow the driver to select information by
pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel:

Instrument Cluster Display Control Thumbwheel

Thumbwheel
Use the Thumbwheel on the right side of the steering
wheel to scroll through the menu options and
submenus in the Instrument Cluster Display.
 Thumbwheel Button
Press the Thumbwheel Button to select the highlighted
menu option. Main Screen Configuration — If Equipped
To customize the instrument cluster further, you are able
to select up to five tiles to display information based on
your needs.

Press the Main Screen menu button for the Main
Screen display

Main Screen Menu Button

 Navigate up or down to highlight desired Tile
 Press Thumbwheel to select the tile and navigate to the
selected submenu and press Thumbwheel again to
add your selection to your tile view
 The Main Screen options are Speedometer, Naviga -
tion, Phone, Performance, Driver Assist, and Stored
Messages. The instrument cluster display is located in the center
portion of the cluster and consist of multiple sections:

Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will illumi -
nate in gray under normal conditions, yellow for
noncritical warnings, red for critical warnings, and
white for on demand information.
 Submenu Dots — Whenever there are submenus avail -
able, the position within the submenus is shown here.
 Reconfigurable Telltales/Information
 Gear Selector Status (PRND)
 Driver Interactive Display (Compass, Temp, Range to
Empty, Trip A, Trip B, Average Fuel Economy, Current
Fuel Economy, Tire Pressure, and Time)
 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Status — If Equipped
The instrument cluster display will normally display the
main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the
main menu. The main display area also displays pop-up
messages that consist of approximately 60 possible
warning or information messages. These pop-up
messages fall into several categories:
 Five Second Stored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of
message takes control of the main display area for five
seconds and then returns to the previous screen. Most
of the messages of this type are then stored (as long as
the condition that activated it remains active) and can
be reviewed from the “Messages” main menu item.
Examples of this message type are “Right Front Turn
Signal Lamp Out” and “Low Tire Pressure.”
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Unstored Messages
This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the
condition that activated the message is cleared. Exam -
ples of this message type are “Turn Signal On” (if a turn
signal is left on) and “Lights On” (if driver leaves the
vehicle with the lights on).
 Unstored Messages Until RUN
These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start
feature. This message type is displayed until the igni -
tion is in the RUN state. Examples of this message type
are “Remote Start Canceled - Door Ajar” and
“Press Brake Pedal and Push Button to Start.”
 Five Second Unstored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of
message takes control of the main display area for
five seconds and then returns to the previous screen.
An example of this message type is “Automatic High
Beams On.”
OIL CHANGE RESET
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.
 Your vehicle is equipped with an
engine oil change indicator system.
A message will display in the instru -
ment cluster display for five
seconds to indicate the next sched -
uled oil change interval is due. The
engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based,
which means the engine oil change interval may fluc -
tuate, dependent upon your personal driving style. 
Unless reset, this message will continue to display
each time the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position.
To reset the oil change indicator after performing the
scheduled maintenance, refer to the following procedure:

1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within ten seconds.
3. Cycle the ignition to the OFF position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you start the
vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If
necessary, repeat this procedure.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “Oil Change Due” message will
display in the instrument cluster display for five seconds
after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next
scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent upon
your personal driving style.
GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR (GSI) —
I
F EQUIPPED
The GSI system is enabled on vehicles with a manual
transmission, or when a vehicle with an automatic
transmission is in manual shift mode. The GSI provides
the driver with a visual indication when the recommended gear shift point has been reached. This indication notifies
the driver that changing gear will allow a reduction in fuel
consumption. When the up shift indicator is shown on the
instrument cluster display, the GSI is advising the driver to
engage a higher gear. When the down shift indicator is
shown on the display, the GSI is advising the driver to
engage a lower gear.
The GSI remains illuminated until the driver changes
gears, or the driving conditions return to a situation where
changing gear is not required to improve fuel
consumption.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY MENU
I
TEMS
The instrument cluster display can be used to view the
main menu items for several features. Use the up and
down arrow buttons to scroll through the driver
interactive display menu options until the desired menu is
reached.
NOTE:The instrument cluster display menu items display in the
center of the instrument cluster. Menu items may vary
depending on your vehicle features.
Main Menu
Use the Thumbwheel to scroll Up and Down through the
Menu options. Press the Thumbwheel to enter and exit the
highlighted menu option.
NOTE:These Menu options may vary based on your vehicles trim
level.

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82STARTING AND OPERATING
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Vehicles Equipped With Electronic Key
(Keyless Enter ’n Go™):
To shut off the engine with vehicle speed greater than
5 mph (8 km/h), you must push and hold the ignition or
push the ENGINE START/STOP button three times
consecutively within a few seconds. The engine will shut
down, and the ignition will be placed in the ON/RUN
position.
Turning off the car (placing the ignition from the ON/RUN
position to the OFF position), the power supply to the
accessories are maintained for a period of three minutes.
Opening the driver’s side door with the ignition in ON/RUN
will sound a short chime that reminds the driver to place
the ignition to OFF.
When the ignition is in the OFF position, the window
switches remain active for up to 10 minutes.
Opening a front door will cancel this function.
After severe driving, idle the engine to allow the
temperature inside the engine compartment to cool
before shutting off the engine.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes
should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the
recommended viscosity and quality grades
Úpage 269.
NOTE:A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter
-
preted as a problem.
PARK BRAKE
ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB)
Your vehicle is equipped with an EPB system that offers
simple operation, and some additional features that make
the parking brake more convenient and useful.
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the
vehicle from rolling while parked. Before leaving the
vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is applied.
Also, be certain to leave the transmission in PARK. You can engage the parking brake in two ways:

Manually, by applying the EPB switch.
 Automatically, by enabling the Auto Park Brake feature
in the Customer Programmable Features section of the
Uconnect settings
Úpage 130.
The EPB switch is located in the center console.

Electric Park Brake Switch

To apply the parking brake manually, pull up on the switch
momentarily. You may hear a sound from the back of the
vehicle while the parking brake engages. Once the parking
brake is fully engaged, the Brake Warning Light in the
instrument cluster and an indicator on the switch will
illuminate. If your foot is on the brake pedal while you
apply the parking brake, you may notice a small amount of
brake pedal movement. The parking brake can be applied
even when the ignition switch is OFF and can only be
released when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN
position.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in
the engine or damage may result.

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102STARTING AND OPERATING
TURNING ACTIVE DRIVING ASSIST ON
O
R OFF

Active Driving Assist On/Off Button

To enable the Active Driving Assist system, proceed as
follows:

1. Push the Active Driving Assist on/off button located
on the left side of the steering wheel. The steering
wheel image will display white in the instrument
cluster display until the system is engaged. If ACC
was previously disabled, pushing this button will
activate BOTH ACC and Active Driving Assist
systems.

2. If ACC was engaged before pushing the ADA on/off button, ACC will remain active and ADA will also
become engaged (once all other conditions are met). 3. If the Active Speed Limiter was active before pushing
the ADA on/off button, it will then disable and
activate ACC. Push the SET switch upward or
downward and release when the desired driving
speed is shown in the instrument cluster display.
4. If desired, adjust the ACC distance setting by pushing the Distance Setting button.
When all system conditions are met as described in
“System Engagement Conditions” in the next section, the
system will engage and the steering wheel image in the
display will change to green.

Active Driving Assist Engaged (Steering Wheel Green)

System Engagement Conditions
The following conditions must be met before the system
will engage:
 Active Driving Assist system is enabled
 Driver seat belt is buckled
 System detects visible lane markings
 Vehicle is traveling below 93 mph (150 km/h) 
Vehicle is centered in lane
 Turn signal is not activated
 Vehicle is not in a tight curve
 Driver has hands on steering wheel
 No fault warning lights for the ADA system are present
 No fault warning lights for the vehicle radar or camera
are present
NOTE:
The driver should always obey traffic laws and speed
limits. Never drive above applicable speed limit restric -
tions.
 The driver can override ADA at any time by braking,
accelerating, or steering the vehicle.
 For the system to detect the driver’s hands on the
steering wheel, the wheel must be gripped on the
outside. Gripping the inside areas of the steering wheel
will not satisfy the hands-on condition to engage the
system.

Do Not Grip Inside Of Steering Wheel

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