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  • Page 1 charger includes srT8 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/Media Center 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 Uconnect™ Phone INTRODUCTION/WELCOME (Bluetooth® HANDS FREE CALLING) ..57 WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC . . . 3 Uconnect™ Voice Command (8.4 & 8.4N ONLY) ....62 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION DRIVER COCKPIT...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS CONSUMER ASSISTANCE MOPAR ACCESSORIES CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR® . . . 125 CENTER ....123 INDEX .

  • Page 5: 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 6 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Vehicles Sold In Canada With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore. WARNING! • Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury.
  • Page 7 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 8: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • Page 10: 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 - Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE...
  • Page 11 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator* - High Beam Indicator - Door Ajar Indicator*** - Front Fog Light Indicator - Decklid Ajar Indicator*** - Vehicle Security Indicator* - Windshield Washer Fluid - Electronic Speed Control Set Low Indicator*** Indicator...

  • Page 12: 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. All doors can be programmed to unlock •...

  • Page 13: 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 •...
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED To Lock the Vehicle: • Both front door handles have LOCK but- tons located on the outside of the handle. With one of the vehicle's Keyless Enter-N- Go™ Key Fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver's or passenger front door handle, press the door handle LOCK button to lock all four doors and trunk.
  • Page 15 GETTING STARTED To Enter the Trunk • With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key Fob located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the deck lid, press the button on the right side of Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) which is located on the deck lid.

  • Page 16: 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 17: 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 18: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED If the Air Bag Warning Light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately. Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
  • Page 19 GETTING STARTED Never install LATCH-compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower • anchorage. The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion • where it meets the seatback. The rear seat lower anchors can be readily identified by the symbol located on the seatback directly above the anchorages and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.

  • Page 20: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED Installing The Child Restraint Using The Vehicle Seat Belts • To install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle. •...
  • Page 21 GETTING STARTED Power Lumbar Push the switch forward to increase the • lumbar support. Push the switch rearward to decrease the lumbar support. Pushing upward or downward on the • switch will raise and lower the position of the support. Memory Seat The memory seat feature allows you to •...
  • Page 22 GETTING STARTED Manual Seat 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 23: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED REAR SEATS 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 •...

  • Page 24: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED HEATED SEATS Front Heated Seats • The heated seats are operated using the Uconnect Touch™ System. Uconnect Touch™ 8.4 • Press the Controls soft-key located on the Uconnect Touch™ display. Press the Driver or Passenger seat soft- • key once to select HI-level heating.

  • Page 25: Heated And Cooled Cupholders

    GETTING STARTED HEATED AND COOLED CUPHOLDERS • Your vehicle may be equipped with heated and cooled cupholders. The cupholders are designed to help keep warm beverages warm and cold beverages cool. Press the “Cold” symbol once to turn on • the cupholder;...

  • Page 26: Adjustable Pedals

    GETTING STARTED ADJUSTABLE PEDALS • The adjustable pedal switch is located on the front side of the driver’s seat cushion side shield. Press the switch forward to move the pedals • forward (toward the front of the vehicle). • Press the switch rearward to move the ped- als rearward (toward the driver).

  • Page 27: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN Manual - Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column • The tilt/telescoping control handle is lo- cated below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. To unlock the steering column, push the • lever downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the •...

  • Page 28: 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), •...

  • Page 29: Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beam Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAM LEVER Turn Signal/Lane Change Assist • Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times and automatically turn off. Front Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation •...

  • Page 30: 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 from the off posi- tion for parking light and to the second detent for headlight With the parking lights or low beam head- •...

  • Page 31: 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 Speed Control. CRUISE READY will appear on the in- • strument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on.
  • Page 32 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Distance Setting (ACC Only) • To set or change the distance setting, press the Distance button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting adjusts between long (3), medium (2), and short (1). The distance setting will default to the last set mode the next time the vehicle is restarted and the ACC system is turned on.
  • Page 33 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE • The default status of FCW is the “Far” setting. The far setting provides warnings for potential collisions more distant in front of the • vehicle, allowing the driver to have the most reaction time to avoid a collision. This setting is designed to provide early warnings per NHTSA (National Highway Traffic •...
  • Page 34 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Leaving the Electronic or Adaptive Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the Electronic or Adaptive Speed Control system off when you are not using it.

  • Page 35: Electronic Shifter - 3.6L Engine

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SHIFTER – 3.6L ENGINE • Your new vehicle is equipped with a state of the art, fuel efficient 8 speed transmis- sion. The electronic shift lever in this ve- hicle does not slide like a conventional shifter.

  • Page 36: Transmission Modes/Autostick

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Shifting From REVERSE to DRIVE • Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, firmly depress the brake pedal, press the lock button on the shift lever, then pull the shift lever rearward and release when “D” is displayed in the EVIC.

  • Page 37: Autostick

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOSTICK® AUTOSTICK® is only available on sport • equipped vehicles. When the transmission is in DRIVE, it will • operate automatically, shifting between the eight available gears. While in SPORT mode, the transmission will only shift be- tween seven of the eight available gears.

  • Page 38: Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE CLIMATE CONTROLS Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 Manual Climate Controls Uconnect Touch™ 8.4 Automatic Climate Controls Climate Control Knobs • For your convenience the climate controls can also be operated by using the soft-keys located on the touch screen or the climate control knobs below the Uconnect Touch display.
  • Page 39 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Operation • Press the AUTO button. Select the desired temperature by pressing the Temperature Control buttons. • The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. • Air Conditioning (A/C) • If the air conditioning button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the system will enter manual mode with the air conditioning on.

  • Page 40: 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 41: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIND BUFFETING • Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together. If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any •...

  • Page 42: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM...
  • Page 43 ELECTRONICS...

  • Page 44: Identifying Your Radio

    ELECTRONICS IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 & 4.3S • Models 4.3 and 4.3S have a 4.3 inch touch screen with hard–keys to each side of it. Model 4.3S has all Model 4.3 features, plus • Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio (1 year trial sub- scription included).

  • Page 45: Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 & 4.3S At Aglance

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 & 4.3S AT A GLANCE Displaying the Time • If the time is not currently displayed at the top of the screen when in Radio mode, press the Settings button, then touch clock. Select Show Time, then touch On. Setting the Time •...

  • Page 46: Uconnect Touch™ 8.4 & 8.4N At Aglance

    ELECTRONICS Equalizer • Touch the Equalizer soft-key to adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble. Use the + or - soft-key to adjust the equalizer to your desired settings. Press the back arrow soft-key when done. Balance/Fade • Touch the Balance/Fade soft-key to adjust the sound from the speakers. Use the arrow soft-key to adjust the sound level from the front and rear or right and left side speakers.
  • Page 47 ELECTRONICS Setting the Time • Model 8.4N synchronizes time automatically via GPS, so should not require any time adjustment. If you do need to set the time manually, follow the instructions below for Model 8.4. For Model 8.4, turn the unit on, then touch the time display at the top of the screen. Touch •...

  • Page 48: Radio

    ELECTRONICS RADIO Models 4.3 & 4.3S Models 8.4 & 8.4N...

  • Page 49: Siriusxm™ Satellite Radio

    ELECTRONICS To access the Radio mode, touch the Radio hard-key on the upper left side of the • faceplate (4.3 & 4.3S) or the Radio soft-key at the lower left of the screen (8.4 & 8.4N). Unless otherwise noted, the information provided on the operation and functionality of •...
  • Page 50 ELECTRONICS Selecting SiriusXM™ Satellite Channels Seek Up/Seek Down Touch the Seek arrow soft-keys for less than two seconds to seek through channels in • SAT mode. Touch and hold either arrow soft-key for more than two seconds to bypass channels •...
  • Page 51 ELECTRONICS Browse • Lets you browse the SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio channel listing, Favorites, Genres, Game Zone, and Weather channels. Jump setting, and also provides the SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio channel list. Browse contains many sub-menus. Browse Sub-Menu Sub-Menu Description Shows the channel listing. Genre Provides a list of all genres, and lets you jump to a channel within the selected genre.

  • Page 52: Ipod®/Cd/Aux Controls

    ELECTRONICS iPod®/CD/AUX CONTROLS Models 4.3 & 4.3S • The iPod®/CD/AUX controls are accessed by pressing the Player hard-key to enter the Player main screen, then touch the source soft-key and choose between Disc, AUX, iPod® or Bluetooth. NOTE: Uconnect Touch™ will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when some- thing is first connected or inserted into the system.
  • Page 53 ELECTRONICS Models 8.4 & 8.4N • The iPod®/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, iPod®, Bluetooth or SD Card. NOTE: Uconnect Touch™...

  • Page 54: Garmin® Navigation (8.4N Only)

    ELECTRONICS GARMIN® NAVIGATION (8.4N ONLY) • Uconnect Touch 8.4N integrates Garmin’s consumer-friendly navigation into your vehicle. Garmin Navigation includes Lane Assist and Junction View, Speed Limit information, and a database with over 6 million points of interest. • Touch the NAV soft-key in the menu bar to access the Navigation system. Changing the Navigation Voice Prompt Volume 1.
  • Page 55 ELECTRONICS Dead Reckoning technology uses the speed sensors attached to your vehicle’s drivetrain • and a gyroscope to supplement the existing GPS data. The combined data provides accurate positioning for your vehicle in tunnels, indoor parking garages, urban canyons, and any other area where GPS signals can become obstructed. Finding Points of Interest •...
  • Page 56 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 57: Siriusxm™ Travel Link (8.4N Only)

    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 subscrip- tion included with your vehicle purchase.

  • Page 58: Playing Ipod/Usb/Mp3 Devices

    ELECTRONICS PLAYING iPod/USB/MP3 DEVICES • There are many ways to play music from iPod®/MP3 players or USB devices through your vehicle's sound system. 1. Audio Jack The Audio Jack, located in the center console, allows a portable device, such as an MP3 •...

  • Page 59: Uconnect™ Phone (Bluetooth® Hands Free Calling)

    ELECTRONICS The iPod® battery charges when plugged into the USB port (if supported by the specific • device). To route the USB/iPod® cable out of the center console, use the access cut out in the front • of the console. NOTE: •...
  • Page 60 ELECTRONICS NOTE: The Uconnect™ Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Profile, Version 1.0 or higher. For Uconnect™ customer support, call 1–877–855–8400 or for additional information on how to pair your phone, visit www.UconnectPhone.com Pairing a Phone To use the Uconnect™...
  • Page 61 ELECTRONICS Start pairing procedure on mobile phone 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. When your phone finds the system, select “Uconnect” as the paired device. •...
  • Page 62 ELECTRONICS Phone Menu Screen – Models 4.3 & 4.3S Phone Menu Screen – Models 8.4 & 8.4N...
  • Page 63 ELECTRONICS Making A Phone Call Press the Uconnect™ Phone button • (After the BEEP), say “dial” then the number (or “call” then the name as listed in your • phone; see Phonebook). NOTE: You can also initiate a call by using the touch-screen on the Phone main screen. Receiving A Call –...

  • Page 64: Uconnect™ Voice Command (8.4 & 8.4N Only)

    ELECTRONICS Changing The Volume Start a dialogue by pressing the Phone button , then say a command for example - • "Help". Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level • while the Uconnect™ system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for Uconnect™ is different than the audio system.
  • Page 65 ELECTRONICS Changing The Volume • Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button , then say a command (for example, “help”). Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level • while the Voice Command system is speaking. The volume setting for Voice Command is different than the audio system.
  • Page 66 ELECTRONICS NOTE: Common Navigation Voice Commands • To access the navigation voice commands, press the Uconnect™ Voice Command button while in any mode and say “Navigation.” Once in the Navigation feature, you can simply Say What You See on the touch-screen to •...

  • Page 67: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) • The EVIC features a driver interactive dis- play that is located in the instrument clus- ter. Pressing the controls on the left side of the steering wheel allows the driver to se- lect vehicle information and Personal Set- tings.

  • Page 68: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) The EVIC can be used to view or change the following settings. Press the UP • DOWN button until System Setup displays, then press the SELECT button. Scroll through the settings using the UP or DOWN buttons. Press the SELECT button to change the setting.

  • Page 69: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink®)

    ELECTRONICS UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink®) • 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 vehicles 12 Volt battery. The HomeLink®...
  • Page 70 ELECTRONICS Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink® button you want to program and the • hand-held transmitter button. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indicator light. The HomeLink® indicator • will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink® has received the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter.

  • Page 71: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS Using HomeLink® • To operate, press and release the programmed HomeLink® button. Activation will now occur for the programmed device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.,). The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.
  • Page 72 ELECTRONICS NOTE: • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse.

  • Page 73: Utility

    UTILITY TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) Engine/ Frontal Area Max. GTW Max. Tongue Wt. Transmission (Gross Trailer Wt.) (See Note) 3.6L Automatic 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 5.7L Automatic 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)

  • Page 74: Srt8

    SRT8 AUTOSTICK® Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or Console Mounted Shifter • AutoStick® is a driver-interactive trans- mission feature that offers manual gear shifting to provide you with more control of the vehicle. AutoStick® allows you to maximize engine braking, and improve overall vehicle performance.

  • Page 75: Electronic Control Damping System

    SRT8 ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING SYSTEM This vehicle may be equipped with an electronic controlled damping system. This system • reduces body roll and pitch in many driving situations including cornering, acceleration and braking. There are three modes of operation: Automatic (Auto) Mode •...

  • Page 76: Performance Features

    SRT8 Track Mode • In track mode, the transmission has a sportier, more aggressive shift pattern. • This mode includes SPORT Suspension and affects transmission shifting in either Auto or Manual mode. • If AutoStick (console shifter or paddle shift- ers) is engaged while in “Track”...
  • Page 77 SRT8 Braking Distance • When selected, this screen displays the vehicle's braking distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was depressed. 1/8 Mile, 1/4 Mile • When selected, this screen displays the time it takes the vehicle to travel 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) within 30 seconds and the vehicle's speed when it reaches 1/8 mile (1/4 mile).

  • Page 78: Summer/Three-Season Tires

    SRT8 Gauges 2 • Coolant Temperature • Oil Temperature Transmission Temperature • Intake Air Temperature • Oil Pressure • Battery Voltage • Engine When selected, this screen displays miles per hour (mph), horsepower (hp), torque (ft/lb), • oil pressure (psi) and gear selector values. Handling When selected, this screen displays peak g-force, instantaneous g-force, steering and •...

  • Page 79: 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 loca- • tion, including the telephone number from which you are calling. Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.
  • Page 80 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 81 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 82 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 •...

  • Page 83: 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 •...

  • Page 84: 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. NOTE: The spare tire must be removed in order to access the jack.
  • Page 85 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. 4. Remove the spare tire. 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. 6. Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the spare wheel as an assembly. Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen the lug wrench, and remove the wrench from the jack assembly.
  • Page 86 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 87 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the vehicle is too low for jack placement, slide the jack on its side and rotate it up into position. 5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire. 6.
  • Page 88 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. • Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use Spare” under “Tires—General Information” in “Starting and Operating” in the Owner's Manual on the DVD for addi- tional warnings, cautions, and information about the spare tire, its use, and operation.
  • Page 89 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 90: 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 91 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”. The Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) are a one tire application use.
  • Page 92 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: (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 93 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 94 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 95: Battery Location

    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 96: 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 •...
  • Page 97 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the • booster battery. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of •...

  • Page 98: 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 position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: Remove the storage bin liner to access •...
  • Page 99 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • While holding the locking tab in the disengaged position, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever up and rearward, until it locks in place in the vertical position. The vehicle is now out of PARK and can be towed.

  • Page 100: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

  • Page 101: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then, move the shift lever back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE.

  • 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 headlight switch. Raise the hood and locate the safety catch • lever, in the middle of the hood opening. Push the safety catch lever to the left •...

  • Page 104: Fuel Door Release

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUEL DOOR RELEASE • The fuel door release button is located in the driver's door map pocket. Push the button once and release to open • the fuel door. Fuel Door Emergency Release To manually open the fuel door, remove •...
  • Page 105 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Refueling • A funnel is provided (located in the trunk in the spare tire area) to open the flapper door to allow for emergency refueling with a gas can. CAUTION! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. WARNING! •...

  • Page 106: Engine Compartment

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  • Page 109: Fluids And Capacities

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  • Page 112: 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.
  • Page 113 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Required Maintenance Intervals. Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
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  • Page 116: 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 117: Srt8 - Maintenance Chart

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  • Page 118: Srt8 - Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE SRT8 – MAINTENANCE RECORD Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 18 Months 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months...

  • Page 119: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment on the right • hand side near the Washer Fluid Reservoir. This module contains fuses and relays. Integrated Power Module Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 40 Amp Green...
  • Page 120 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 25 Amp Neutral Fuel Pump 15 Amp Blue Transmission Shifter 25 Amp Neutral Engine Module 25 Amp Neutral Powertrain #1 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain #2 10 Amp Red Anti-Lock Brake Module 10 Amp Red Engine Controller/Rad Fan Relays 10 Amp Red Airbag Module...
  • Page 121 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Power Distribution Center • There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays.
  • Page 122 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini-Fuse Description Fuse 60 Amp Yellow Front PDC Feed #1 60 Amp Yellow Front PDC Feed #2 30 Amp Pink Sunroof 40 Amp Green Exterior Lighting #1 40 Amp Green Exterior Lighting #2 30 Amp Pink Interior Lighting/Washer Pump 30 Amp Pink Power Locks...

  • Page 123: 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 •...

  • Page 124: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or •...

  • Page 125: Consumer Assistance

    • A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). • 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...

  • Page 126: 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 Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.

  • Page 127: Mopar Accessories

    • For the full line of Authentic Dodge Accessories by Mopar, visit your local Dodge dealer- ship or online at mopar.com. EXTERIOR: •...

  • Page 128: Index

    INDEX Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Emergency, In Case of (Cruise Control) ... .29 Jacking ....82 Adjustable Pedals ... .24 Overheating .
  • Page 129 INDEX Jacking Instructions ...84 Remote Starting System ..11 Jack Location ....82 Replacement Bulbs .
  • Page 130 INDEX Trailer Towing Voice Command ... . .62 Trailer and Tongue Weight ..71 Trailer Weight ....71 Washers, Windshield .

  • Page 131: Faq (How To?)

    How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)? pg. 67 • UTILITY • How do I know how much I can tow with my Dodge Charger? pg. 71 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 77 •...
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  • Page 139: 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/...
  • Page 140 DownloaD a free Vehicle information app by visiting your application store, Keyword (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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