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Dodge DART User Manual

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  • Page 1 Dart USEr GUiDE...
  • Page 2 if you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/ Uconnect® Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-800-423-6343 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. important This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME UTILITY TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC . . . 2 (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) . . . 78 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ..78 DRIVER COCKPIT .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trade- marks of Chrysler Group LLC. COPYRIGHT ©2012 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC...

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Air Bag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Power Steering System Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - High Beam Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Vehicle Security Indicator* - Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator - Electronic Speed Control SET Indicator - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator* - Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator - Door Ajar Indicator * If equipped...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors. •...

  • Page 11: Remote Start

    GETTING STARTED REMOTE START • Press the REMOTE START button on the Key Fob twice within five seconds. Pressing the REMOTE START button a third time shuts the engine off. • To drive the vehicle, press the UNLOCK button and cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position.
  • Page 12 GETTING STARTED • DO NOT grab the door handle, when pressing the door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). NOTE: • If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front driver's door handle.
  • Page 13 GETTING STARTED To Enter the Trunk • With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go ™ Key Fob located outside the vehicle and within 5ft (1.5 m) of the deck lid, press the button on the right side of the light bar which is located on the deck lid above the license plate.

  • Page 14: Theft Alarm

    GETTING STARTED Accessory Positions with Engine Off NOTE: The following functions are with the driver’s foot OFF the Brake Pedal (Transmission in PARK or NEUTRAL Position). Starting With The Ignition Switch In The OFF Position: • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to change the ignition switch to the ACC position.

  • Page 15: Seat Belt

    GETTING STARTED SEAT BELT • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. • Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt.

  • Page 16: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    GETTING STARTED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS • This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in every type of collision.

  • Page 17: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED CHILD RESTRAINTS • Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. •...
  • Page 18 GETTING STARTED • Then rotate the tether anchorage cover directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint and attach the tether strap to the anchorage, being careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint. •...

  • Page 19: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be severely injured or killed.
  • Page 20 GETTING STARTED Manual Seat Adjustment Forward/Rearward • Lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release at the desired position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and backward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched.

  • Page 21: Rear Seat

    GETTING STARTED REAR SEAT Folding Rear Seatback • Pull on the loops, located near the outer top of the seatbacks, to fold down either or both seatbacks. These loops can be tucked away when not in use. • When the seatback is raised to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat loop.

  • Page 22: Heated Steering Wheel

    GETTING STARTED NOTE: The front heated seats can also be selected from the Uconnect® startup screen when the vehicle ignition switch is first cycled to the ON/RUN position. WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater.

  • Page 23: Tilt / Telescoping Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED TILT / TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN • The tilt/telescoping control lever is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. • Push down on the lever to unlock the steer- ing column. • To tilt the steering column, move the steer- ing wheel upward or downward as desired.

  • Page 24: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
  • Page 25 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Front Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation • Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of four intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation. Mist •...

  • Page 26: Headlight Switch

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE HEADLIGHT SWITCH Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights • Rotate the headlight switch, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel, to the first detent for park- ing lights and to the second detent for headlights •...

  • Page 27: Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL • The speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Electronic Speed Control. • CRUISE will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Electronic Speed Control is on.

  • Page 28: Manual Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. • Recirculation is allowed in floor mode. • Recirculation is allowed in defrost/floor (mix modes) for approximately five minutes. Heated Mirrors •...

  • Page 29: Uconnect® 8.4 Manual Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® 8.4 MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Climate Control Knobs...

  • Page 30: Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE • For your convenience the climate controls can be operated by using the soft-keys located on the touch screen or the climate control knobs below the Uconnect® touch screen. Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. •...
  • Page 31 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Climate Control Knobs • For your convenience the climate controls can be operated by using the soft-keys located on the touch screen or the climate control knobs below the Uconnect® touch screen. Automatic Operation • Press the AUTO button or AUTO soft-key. •...

  • Page 32: Power Sunroof

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF Manual Open/Close • Press and hold the switch rearward to open or forward to close the sunroof. Any release of the switch will stop the movement, and the sunroof will remain in a partially open or closed position until the switch is pressed again.

  • Page 33: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not let children play with the sunroof, or leave children unattended in the vehicle with the key fob in or near the vehicle. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
  • Page 34 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Shifting The Transmission • The transmission shift lever position (PRND) is displayed both on the shift lever and in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). • To drive, depress the brake pedal, press the button on the front of the shift lever and move the shift lever from PARK or NEUTRAL to the DRIVE position.
  • Page 35 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MESSAGE DESCRIPTION AUTOSTICK NOT AVAILABLE AutoStick® mode is unavailable due to a shift lever fault. See your authorized dealer for diagnosis and service. AUTOMATIC MODE NOT AVAILABLE The transmission is unable to shift itself automati- cally, due to a fault condition. Use the AutoStick® mode to shift the transmission manually.

  • Page 36: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM...
  • Page 37 ELECTRONICS...

  • Page 38: Uconnect® 200

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 200 NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect® Voice Command and Uconnect® Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, your vehicle will have Uconnect® Voice Command and Uconnect® Phone buttons on the left side of the steering wheel.
  • Page 39 ELECTRONICS • Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL control knob. • To exit, press the TIME button or press the BACK button to return to the previous menu. NOTE: Time format has the options of 12HR or 24HR. Selecting one of these options will change the way the clock is displayed.
  • Page 40 ELECTRONICS MENU Button • Pressing the MENU button allows you to scroll between the setting sub-menus. Once the desired sub-menu setting is highlighted press the TUNE/SCROLL knob to select the setting. The following items are selectable: Radio Mode • Audio — Selecting the Audio sub-menu will allow you to adjust the Bass, Mid Range, Treble, Balance or Fade, just like pressing the Audio hard control.
  • Page 41 ELECTRONICS CD/DISC Operation • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD, MP3 and WMA tracks. Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through CD tracks. •...
  • Page 42 ELECTRONICS NOTE: • Your vehicle cannot be equipped with the USB Port without having the available Uconnect® Voice Command feature. • When connecting your MP3/WMA Player device for the first time, the system may take several minutes to read your music, depending on the number of files. For example, the system will take approximately 5 minutes for every 1000 songs loaded on the device.
  • Page 43 ELECTRONICS Device • Uconnect® Phone will say "Start pairing procedure on device" • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth® enabled mobile phone. This is usually within Settings or Options under “Bluetooth”. See your mobile phone’s manual for details. NOTE: For assistance in pairing your phone, contact Uconnect®...
  • Page 44 ELECTRONICS Making A Phone Call • Press the “Phone” button • (After the BEEP), say “dial” (or “call” a name). Receiving A Call – Accept (And End) • When an incoming call rings/is announced on Uconnect®, press the Phone button •...
  • Page 45 ELECTRONICS Common Voice Commands (Examples) Main Menu “Radio AM” (to switch to the radio mode) “Radio FM” (to switch to the radio mode) “Satellite Radio” (to switch to the radio mode) “Disc” (to switch to the disc mode) “USB” (to switch to the USB mode) “Bluetooth Streaming”...
  • Page 46 ELECTRONICS Memo Mode To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. The following are common voice commands for this mode: “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the recording, you may press the Voice Command button to stop recording. You proceed by saying one of the following commands: •...

  • Page 47: Uconnect® 8.4 & 8.4N

    ELECTRONICS WARNING! • Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions follow- ing applicable laws regarding phone use. Your attention should be focused on the safely operating the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a collision causing you and others to be severely injured or killed.
  • Page 48 ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 8.4 & 8.4N AT A GLANCE Anti-Theft Protection • This radio will not operate in any vehicle other than the vehicle in which it was delivered. The radio display will prompt you to enter an anti-theft code and the radio will not function, if this radio is transferred to another vehicle.
  • Page 49 ELECTRONICS Audio Settings • Touch of the Audio soft-key to activate the Audio settings screen to adjust Balance\Fade, Equalizer, and Speed Adjusted Volume. • You can return to the Radio screen by touching the X located at the top right. Balance/Fade •...
  • Page 50 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation • To access the Radio mode, touch the Radio soft-key at the lower left of the screen. Selecting Radio Stations • Touch the desired radio band (AM, FM or SAT) soft-key. Seek Up/Seek Down • Touch the Seek arrow soft-keys for less than two seconds to seek through radio stations. •...
  • Page 51 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM™ SATELLITE RADIO • SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio gives you over 130 channels , including 100% commercial- free music from nearly every genre, plus all your favorite sports, news, talk and enter- tainment channels –all with crystal clear, coast-to-coast coverage, all in one place and all at your fingertips.
  • Page 52 ELECTRONICS Browse • Lets you browse the SiriusXM™ channel listing, Favorites, Genres, Game Zone, and Weather channels. Jump setting, and also provides the SiriusXM™ channel list. Browse contains many sub-menus. Browse Sub-Menu Description Sub-Menu Shows the channel listing. Genre Provides a list of all genres, and lets you jump to a channel within the selected genre.
  • Page 53 ELECTRONICS MP3 Player/USB/CD/Audio Jack/SD Card/Bluetooth® Operation Selecting the Source • The MP3 Player/USB, CD, Audio Jack, SD Card or Bluetooth® source is accessed by touching the Player soft-key to enter the Player main screen, then touch the source soft-key and choose between Disc, Aux,, MP3 Player, Bluetooth or SD Card.
  • Page 54 ELECTRONICS USB Port • Connect your MP3 Player or compatible device using a USB cable into the USB Port. USB Memory sticks with audio files can also be used. Then, audio from the device can be played on the vehicles sound system while providing metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) information on the radio display.
  • Page 55 ELECTRONICS Audio Jack • The Audio Jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s sound system, using a standard 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. •...
  • Page 56 ELECTRONICS Changing the Navigation Voice Prompt Volume 1. Program a destination. 2. While traveling on your route, touch the upper left area of the map screen where your next turn is displayed. 3. The Navigation system will then repeat the distance to your next turn. 4.
  • Page 57 ELECTRONICS Finding Points of Interest • From the main Navigation menu, touch Where To?, then touch Points of Interest. • Select a Category and then a subcategory, if necessary. • Select your destination and touch Go. Finding a Place by Spelling the Name •...
  • Page 58 ELECTRONICS Searching by Phone Number • From the main Navigation menu, touch Where To?, then touch the down arrow to display the secondary selections and then touch Phone Number. • Enter the desired Phone Number and fol- low the prompts. Secondary Search Selections •...
  • Page 59 ELECTRONICS Following Your Route • Your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated. A speed limit icon could appear as you travel on major roadways. • Lane Assist helps you decide which lane to be in at upcoming junctions. •...
  • Page 60 ELECTRONICS Traffic • When you are receiving traffic informa- tion, a traffic icon appears on the map. • The traffic icon changes color to indicate the severity of the traffic conditions on your route or on the road you are currently traveling. Color Description Meaning...
  • Page 61 ELECTRONICS Manually Avoid Traffic on Your Route • While navigating a route, touch the traffic icon. • Touch Traffic On Route. • If necessary, touch the arrows to view other traffic delays on your route. • Touch the desired delay and touch Avoid. View the Traffic Map •...
  • Page 62 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM™ TRAVEL LINK (8.4N ONLY) • SiriusXM™ Travel Link brings a wealth of useful information into your vehicle and right to your fingertips. • To access Travel Link, touch More soft-key, then the Travel Link soft-key NOTE: • SiriusXM™ Travel Link requires a subscription, sold separately after the 1 year trial subscription included with your vehicle purchase.
  • Page 63 ELECTRONICS Uconnect® Phone (Bluetooth® HANDS FREE CALLING) • If the Uconnect® Phone Button exists on your steering wheel, then you have the Uconnect® Phone features. • The Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications sys- tem with Voice Command Capability (see Voice Command section). •...
  • Page 64 ELECTRONICS Complete the pairing procedure • When prompted on the phone, enter the 4-digit PIN number shown on the Uconnect® Screen. • If your phone asks you to accept a connec- tion request from Uconnect, select “Yes”. If available, check the box telling it not to ask again –...
  • Page 65 ELECTRONICS • (After the BEEP), say “dial” then the number. Or, (After the BEEP) say “call” then the name as listed in your phone; see Phonebook below. NOTE: You can also initiate a call by using the touch-screen on the Phone main screen. Receiving A Call –...
  • Page 66 ELECTRONICS Voice Command Tips • The Phone button is for placing calls, or responding to texts, or Phone controls • The Voice Command button is for controlling Media, such as changing broadcast modes, (FM, SATELLITE), or Tuning to stations (95.5 or “Symphony Hall” ) •...
  • Page 67 ELECTRONICS Read Messages: • If you receive a new text message while your phone is connected to Uconnect® Phone, an announcement will be made to notify you that you have a new text message. Once a message is received and viewed or listened to, you will have the following options: –...
  • Page 68 ELECTRONICS Uconnect® Voice Command • If the Uconnect® Voice Command button exists on your steering wheel, then you have the Voice Command feature. • The Voice Command feature lets you keep your hands on the steering wheel, and your eyes on the road. •...
  • Page 69 ELECTRONICS “Show fuel prices” Sirius Travel Link “Show movie listings” “Show current weather” “Show extended weather” “Show Travel Link favorites” “Show NFL headlines” “Show NBA rankings” “Show NFL schedules” “Show NBA scores” NOTE: • For the shortened Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio mode commands to be recognized you must be in that mode.

  • Page 70: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS • The following chart lists the navigation voice commands that may be available. “Where To?” (Main Menu command) “Find Nearest Transit” Navigation Voice “View Map” (Main Menu command) “Find Nearest Lodging” Commands: “Repeat guidance” “Find Nearest Shopping” “Cancel Route” “Find Nearest Bank”...

  • Page 71: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - Standard (2 Button)

    ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) – STANDARD (2 BUTTON) • The EVIC features a driver interactive dis- play that is located in the instrument cluster. Pressing the controls on the left side of the steering wheel allows the driver to select vehicle information/ personal settings.

  • Page 72: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - Premium (4 Button)

    ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) – PREMIUM (4 BUTTON) • The EVIC features a driver interactive dis- play that is located in the instrument cluster. Pressing the controls on the left side of the steering wheel allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings.
  • Page 73 ELECTRONICS EVIC Selectable Menu Items • The following items can be selected in the EVIC menu. Full Speedometer Analog Or Digital Display • Full Speedometer Analog Display Icon. • Full Speedometer Digital Display Icon. • Press and release the UP DOWN button until the Analog or Digital display icon is highlighted in the EVIC.
  • Page 74 ELECTRONICS Stored Message • Press and release the UP DOWN button until the Messages display icon is highlighted in the EVIC. This feature shows the number of stored warning messages. Pressing the RIGHT button will allow you to see what the stored messages are. Press the LEFT button to return to the Main Menu.
  • Page 75 ELECTRONICS Driver Selectable Items Speedometer • Analog 1 • Analog 2 • Digital 1 (default setting) • Digital 2 Gear Display • Standard (PRND –/+) (default setting) • Single Character (D) • Word (Drive) Upper Left • None • Compass •...

  • Page 76: Uconnect 8.4 Customer Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 8.4 Customer Programmable Features • The Uconnect® 8.4 system allows you to access Customer Programmable feature set- tings such as Display, Clock, Safety/Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Heated Seats, Engine Off Operation, Compass Settings, Audio, Phone/ Bluetooth and SiriusXM™ Setup through soft-keys.

  • Page 77: Programming A Rolling Code

    ELECTRONICS NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance. Programming A Rolling Code •...
  • Page 78 ELECTRONICS Programming A Non-Rolling Code • For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured before 1995. • Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. • Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink®...

  • Page 79: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET • There is a 12 Volt power outlet located in the front storage bin below the radio. This outlet has power available when the igni- tion switch in the ON position. • A second 12 Volt power outlet is located inside the center console.

  • Page 80: Utility

    UTILITY...

  • Page 81: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for U.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number, license plate number, and your location, including the telephone number from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 82 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
  • Page 83 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES BRAKE - Brake Warning Light • The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-Lock Brake System problem.
  • Page 84 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light • This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. • If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position;...

  • Page 85: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS • In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.

  • Page 86: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage The jack and spare tire are both stowed under an access cover in the trunk. Follow these steps to access the jack and spare tire. 1. Open the trunk. 2.
  • Page 87 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery areas. 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. 3. Set the parking brake. 4.
  • Page 88 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange, centering the jack saddle between the locating notches on the sill flange.
  • Page 89 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers, install two wheel bolts on the wheel which are on each side of the valve stem. Install the wheel bolts with the threaded end of the bolt toward the wheel.
  • Page 90 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Vehicles Without Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. Install the remaining wheel bolts with the threaded end of the wheel bolt toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the wheel bolts. 3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 4.
  • Page 91 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.

  • Page 92: Tirefit Kit

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT KIT • Small punctures up to 1/4 in (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. TIREFIT can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately -4°F (-20°C).
  • Page 93 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Usage Precautions • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system. Refer to “Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT” section (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement”. •...
  • Page 94 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire: • Always start the engine before turning ON the TIREFIT kit. NOTE: Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL. •...
  • Page 95 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 kPa) pressure within 15 minutes: 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn off the TIREFIT kit. 2. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the Sealant Bottle (1) and place the sticker on the instrument panel.
  • Page 96 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: When having the tire serviced, advise the authorized dealer or service center that the tire has been sealed using the TIREFIT service kit. (F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement: 1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color). 2.
  • Page 97 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • 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 TIREFIT kit. •...

  • Page 98: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING • If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. • Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the proce- dures in this section carefully.
  • Page 99 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. • Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.

  • Page 100: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE • If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK posi- tion, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: • Turn the ignition switch to the OFF posi- tion.

  • Page 101: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Wheels OFF The AUTOMATIC MANUAL Towing Condition Ground TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION Transmission in NONE NOT ALLOWED Flat Tow NEUTRAL Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Wheel Lift or Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED BEST METHOD BEST METHOD...

  • Page 102: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.

  • Page 103: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the hood release lever located on the instrument panel, below the steering col- umn. • Raise the hood and locate the safety catch lever, in the middle of the hood opening. • Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time.

  • Page 104: Fuel Door Release

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUEL DOOR RELEASE • The fuel door release button is located on the instrument panel below the headlight switch. • Push the button once and release to open the fuel door. Fuel Door Emergency Release • If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the manual fuel filler door release. 1.

  • Page 105: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
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  • Page 107 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 108: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Capacities Genuine Part Engine Coolant – MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 7.2 Quarts (6.8 Liters) Includes 1.4L, 2.0L, and 2.4L Engine 10 Year/150,000 Mile heater and coolant recovery Formula OAT (Organic Additive bottle filled to MAX level. Technology) or equivalent.

  • Page 109: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 service is required for your vehicle.
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  • Page 112: Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE RECORD Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 20,000 Miles (32,000 km) or 2 Years 30,000 Miles (48,000 km) or 3 Years 40,000 Miles (64,000 km) or 4 Years 50,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 5 Years 60,000 Miles (96,000 km) or 6 Years 70,000 Miles...

  • Page 113: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Interior Fuses • The interior fuse panel is located on the driver's side under the instrument panel. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description — 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seats — 20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seats, Heated Steering Wheel —...

  • Page 114: Underhood Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses • The Power Distribution Center is located on the right side of the engine compartment, behind the battery. Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 70 Amp Tan — Direct Battery Feed #1 To BCM 60 Amp Blue —...
  • Page 115 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description — 15 Amp Blue DDCT Feed #2 — 15 Amp Blue DDCT Feed #3 — 15 Amp Blue Ignition Coils, Coil Capacitor — 15 Amp Blue ESC, Brake Pedal Switch, OCM —...

  • Page 116: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES • Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. • The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information”...

  • Page 117: Exterior Bulbs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EXTERIOR BULBS LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb Number Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp LED (*) Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED (*) Fog Lamp – If Equipped Front Park/Turn Signal 7442NALL Front Side Marker Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Xenon Headlamp) D3S (**) Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Halogen Headlamp) HIR2...

  • Page 118: Consumer Assistance

    NOTE: • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck and Dodge websites. • Click on the "For Owners" tab, select "Owner/Service Manuals", then select your desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists.

  • Page 119: Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.c

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE 50 UNITED STATES AND WASHINGTON, D.C. • If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra- tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.

  • Page 120: Mopar Accessories

    • For the full line of Authentic Dodge Accessories by Mopar®, visit your local Dodge dealership or online at mopar.com.

  • Page 121: Index

    INDEX Airbag ....14 Starting ....11 Audio Settings ... .37, 39 Stopping .
  • Page 122 INDEX Key Fob....8 Restraints, Child ... . .15 Keyless Enter-N-Go ... .9 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .
  • Page 123 INDEX Trailer Towing Voice Command ...42, 66 Trailer and Tongue Weight ..78 Navigation ....67 Trailer Weight .

  • Page 124: Faq (How To?)

    FAQ (How To?) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GETTING STARTED • How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 15 • How do I fold down my rear seat? pg. 19 ELECTRONICS • Which radio is in my vehicle? pg. •...
  • Page 125 • How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)? pg. 74 UTILITY • How do I know how much I can tow with my Dodge Dart? pg. 78 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • What do I do if my TPMS warning light comes on? pg. 79 •...
  • Page 126 NOTES...
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  • Page 131: Driving And Alcohol

    DoDge.com This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Dodge and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect®...
  • Page 132 DownloaD a free Vehicle information app by visiting your application store, Keyword (Drive Dodge), or scanning the Microsoft Tag. To put Microsoft Tags to work for you, use your mobile phone’s browser or App store to download a Microsoft Tag reader, like the free one at www.gettag.mobi.

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