2012 DODGE CHARGER SRT keyless

STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
Starting Procedures.................... 347
▫Automatic Transmission............... 347
▫Keyless Enter-N-Go................... 348
▫Normal Starting..................... 348
▫Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –20°F Or29°C)............... 350
▫If Engine Fails To Start................ 350
▫After Starting....................... 351
Engine Block Heater — If Equipped........ 351Automatic Transmission................. 352
▫Key Ignition Park Interlock............. 353
▫Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . 353
▫Five-Speed Automatic Transmission....... 353
▫Gear Ranges........................ 354
AutoStick.......................... 360
▫Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or
Console Mounted Shifter............... 360
Sport Mode.......................... 362
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CONTENTS
Starting Procedures.................... 347
▫Automatic Transmission............... 347
▫Keyless Enter-N-Go................... 348
▫Normal Starting..................... 348
▫Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –20°F Or29°C)............... 350
▫If Engine Fails To Start................ 350
▫After Starting....................... 351
Engine Block Heater — If Equipped........ 351Automatic Transmission................. 352
▫Key Ignition Park Interlock............. 353
▫Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . 353
▫Five-Speed Automatic Transmission....... 353
▫Gear Ranges........................ 354
AutoStick.......................... 360
▫Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or
Console Mounted Shifter............... 360
Sport Mode.......................... 362
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the shift lever.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and
do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
(Continued)
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Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the shift lever.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and
do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
(Continued)
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine
is at idle speed.
•Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL
into any forward gear when the engine is above
idle speed.
•Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal.
Keyless Enter-N-Go
This feature allows the driver to oper-
ate the ignition switch with the push
of a button, as long as the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in
the passenger compartment.
Normal Starting
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button
NOTE:Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
To start the engine, the transmission must be in PARK or
NEUTRAL. Press and hold the brake pedal while press-
ing the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The system
takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle
fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically after
10 seconds. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine
prior to the engine starting, press the button again.
To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE
START/STOP Button
1. Place the shift lever in PARK, then press and release
the ENGINE START/STOP button.
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•Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine
is at idle speed.
•Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL
into any forward gear when the engine is above
idle speed.
•Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal.
Keyless Enter-N-Go
This feature allows the driver to oper-
ate the ignition switch with the push
of a button, as long as the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in
the passenger compartment.
Normal Starting
Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button
NOTE:Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
To start the engine, the transmission must be in PARK or
NEUTRAL. Press and hold the brake pedal while press-
ing the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The system
takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle
fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically after
10 seconds. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine
prior to the engine starting, press the button again.
To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE
START/STOP Button
1. Place the shift lever in PARK, then press and release
the ENGINE START/STOP button.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,
you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the
parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK,
and turn the engine off. When the ignition is in the
OFF position, the shift lever is locked in the
PARK, securing the vehicle against unwanted
movement.
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the shift lever
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and
do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or
ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
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•Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,
you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the
parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK,
and turn the engine off. When the ignition is in the
OFF position, the shift lever is locked in the
PARK, securing the vehicle against unwanted
movement.
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the shift lever
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and
do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or
ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
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WARNING!
•Never use the PARK position as a substitute for
the parking brake. Always apply the parking
brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle
movement and possible injury or damage.
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the shift lever.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and
do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
•Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged
before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake
failure and a collision.
•Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-
ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage
or injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission
in PARK. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to
roll and cause damage or injury.
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•Never use the PARK position as a substitute for
the parking brake. Always apply the parking
brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle
movement and possible injury or damage.
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the shift lever.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and
do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
•Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged
before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake
failure and a collision.
•Always fully apply the parking brake when leav-
ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage
or injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission
in PARK. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to
roll and cause damage or injury.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS
Hazard Warning Flashers................ 422
If Your Engine Overheats................ 422
TIREFIT Kit......................... 423
▫TIREFIT Storage..................... 424
▫TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation . . . 424
▫TIREFIT Usage Precautions............. 426
▫Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT............ 428Jump-Starting Procedures................ 433
▫Preparations For Jump-Start............. 434
▫Jump-Starting Procedure............... 435
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................. 437
Shift Lever Override................... 438
▫With Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped . . . 439
Towing A Disabled Vehicle............... 440
▫Without The Ignition Key.............. 442
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CONTENTS
Hazard Warning Flashers................ 422
If Your Engine Overheats................ 422
TIREFIT Kit......................... 423
▫TIREFIT Storage..................... 424
▫TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation . . . 424
▫TIREFIT Usage Precautions............. 426
▫Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT............ 428Jump-Starting Procedures................ 433
▫Preparations For Jump-Start............. 434
▫Jump-Starting Procedure............... 435
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................. 437
Shift Lever Override................... 438
▫With Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped . . . 439
Towing A Disabled Vehicle............... 440
▫Without The Ignition Key.............. 442
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3. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
4. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the
override tab through the access port on the center con-
sole.5. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
6. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
7. Reinstall the rubber tray into the storage bin.
With Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped
If the engine is running, press the START/STOP button to
turn it off. Release the brake pedal and press the START/
STOP button once or twice to go to the ON/RUN
position. Do not start the engine. Then, follow the in-
structions shown above to activate the override.
Shift Lever Override
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4. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the
override tab through the access port on the center con-
sole.5. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
6. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
7. Reinstall the rubber tray into the storage bin.
With Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped
If the engine is running, press the START/STOP button to
turn it off. Release the brake pedal and press the START/
STOP button once or twice to go to the ON/RUN
position. Do not start the engine. Then, follow the in-
structions shown above to activate the override.
Shift Lever Override
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Automatic Door Locks..................... 30
Automatic Headlights.................... 186
Automatic Oil Change Indicator............. 289
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 337
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives..................... 470
Automatic Transmission.............353,470,471
Adding Fluid....................471,492
Autostick.......................... 360
Fluid and Filter Changes............... 471
Fluid Change....................... 471
Fluid Level Check.................... 471
Fluid Type......................... 492
Special Additives..................... 470
Autostick............................. 360
Axle Fluid............................. 492
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 492B-Pillar Location........................ 387
Battery............................... 452
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 23
Location........................... 452
Belts, Seat............................43,84
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 457
Brake Assist System...................... 374
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 373
Brake Fluid............................ 492
Brake System........................... 467
Anti-Lock (ABS)..................... 371
Fluid Check.....................468,492
Master Cylinder..................... 468
Parking........................... 368
Warning Light....................... 277
Brake, Parking.......................... 368
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 353
Brakes............................... 467
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 81
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Automatic Headlights.................... 186
Automatic Oil Change Indicator............. 289
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 337
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives..................... 470
Automatic Transmission.............353,470,471
Adding Fluid....................471,492
Autostick.......................... 360
Fluid and Filter Changes............... 471
Fluid Change....................... 471
Fluid Level Check.................... 471
Fluid Type......................... 492
Special Additives..................... 470
Autostick............................. 360
Axle Fluid............................. 492
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 492B-Pillar Location........................ 387
Battery............................... 452
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 23
Location........................... 452
Belts, Seat............................43,84
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 457
Brake Assist System...................... 374
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 373
Brake Fluid............................ 492
Brake System........................... 467
Anti-Lock (ABS)..................... 371
Fluid Check.....................468,492
Master Cylinder..................... 468
Parking........................... 368
Warning Light....................... 277
Brake, Parking.......................... 368
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 353
Brakes............................... 467
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 81
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