Drive Modes; Launch Control - If Equipped - Dodge Charger SRT 2018 Owner's Manual

WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a
slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip
and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or
personal injury.

DRIVE MODES

Your SRT vehicle is equipped with a SRT Drive Mode
feature. This feature gives the driver control over the
systems in the vehicle which affect its performance, en-
abling the driver to tune it for desired driving scenarios.
NOTE: Refer to "SRT Drive Modes" in "Multimedia" for
further descriptions of these modes.
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.
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