Launch Control - If Equipped - Dodge Charger 392 SRT Hellcat 2017 Owner's Manual

338 STARTING AND OPERATING
Launch Control — If Equipped
This vehicle is equipped with a Launch Control system that
is designed to allow the driver to achieve maximum
vehicle acceleration in a straight line. Launch Control is a
form of traction control that manages tire slip while
launching the vehicle. This feature is intended for use
during race events on a closed course where consistent
quarter mile (400m) and 0 to 60 (100km/h) times are
desired. The system is not intended to compensate for lack
of driver experience or familiarity with the race track. Use
of this feature in low traction (cold, wet, gravel, etc.)
conditions may results in excess wheel slip outside this
systems control resulting in an aborted launch.
NOTE: Launch control is not available within the first 500
miles (804 km) of engine break-in.
Preconditions:
• Launch control should not be used on public roads. Always
check track conditions and the surrounding area.
• Launch Control should only be used when the engine
and transmission are at operating temperature.
• Launch Control is intended to be used on dry, paved
road surfaces only. Use on slippery or loose surfaces
may cause damage to vehicle components and is not
recommended.
Launch Control is available when the following proce-
dure is followed:
1. Push the LAUNCH button on the center stack switch
bank.
NOTE: Pushing the SRT button on the center stack or
pressing Race Options within Drive Modes, then selecting
the Launch Control tab, followed by the soft, Launch
Control button are two other options to access launch
control features. Please refer to "Uconnect Settings" in
"Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for further infor-
mation.
2. Push the "Launch RPM Set-Up" button on the touch-
screen. This screen will allow you to adjust your launch
RPM's for optimum launch/traction.
3. Push the "Activate Launch Control" button on the
touchscreen.
4. Make sure the vehicle is not moving.
5. Make sure the steering wheel is pointing straight.
6. Hold the brake and make sure the vehicle is in "DRIVE"
or "AutoStick" position.