2012 DODGE CHARGER SRT steering wheel

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESC
corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle
by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel. Engine
power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the
condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle
maintain the desired path.
The ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path
that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares
it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path
does not match the intended path, the ESC applies the
brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting
the condition of oversteer or understeer.
•Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
•Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
WARNING!
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre-
vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by
prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent acci-
dents, including those resulting from excessive speed
in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydro-
planing. ESC also cannot prevent accidents resulting
from loss of vehicle control due to inappropriate
driver input for the conditions. Only a safe, attentive,
and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capa-
bilities of an ESC equipped vehicle must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which
could jeopardize the user ’s safety or the safety of
others.
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This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESC
corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle
by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel. Engine
power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the
condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle
maintain the desired path.
The ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path
that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares
it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path
does not match the intended path, the ESC applies the
brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting
the condition of oversteer or understeer.
•Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
•Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
WARNING!
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre-
vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by
prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent acci-
dents, including those resulting from excessive speed
in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydro-
planing. ESC also cannot prevent accidents resulting
from loss of vehicle control due to inappropriate
driver input for the conditions. Only a safe, attentive,
and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capa-
bilities of an ESC equipped vehicle must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which
could jeopardize the user ’s safety or the safety of
others.
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Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac-
celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little
throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and
driving to the prevailing road conditions.
NOTE:
•The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”
and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen-
tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
•Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system
will be ON even if it was turned off previously.
•The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds
when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop
when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver
that caused the ESC activation.
The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” indicates the
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
Synchronizing ESC
If the power supply is interrupted (battery
disconnected or discharged), the “ESC
Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” may
illuminate with the engine running. If this
should occur, turn the steering wheel completely to the
left and then to the right. The “ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light” should go out. However, if
the light remains on, have the ESC and BAS checked at
your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little
throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and
driving to the prevailing road conditions.
NOTE:
•The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”
and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen-
tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
•Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system
will be ON even if it was turned off previously.
•The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds
when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop
when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver
that caused the ESC activation.
The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” indicates the
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
Synchronizing ESC
If the power supply is interrupted (battery
disconnected or discharged), the “ESC
Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” may
illuminate with the engine running. If this
should occur, turn the steering wheel completely to the
left and then to the right. The “ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light” should go out. However, if
the light remains on, have the ESC and BAS checked at
your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
•Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have a collision.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
TIRE CHAINS
If driving conditions require tire chains for your vehicle,
use only chains that meet SAE type “Class S” specifica-
tions. In addition, only install tire chains on 245/45ZR20
size tires. Contact you local authorized dealership or tire
dealer for these size tires.
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•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
•Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have a collision.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
TIRE CHAINS
If driving conditions require tire chains for your vehicle,
use only chains that meet SAE type “Class S” specifica-
tions. In addition, only install tire chains on 245/45ZR20
size tires. Contact you local authorized dealership or tire
dealer for these size tires.
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8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper
cable from the positive(+)post of the booster battery.
9. Disconnect the positive(+)end of the jumper cable
from the remote positive(+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
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 shift back and forth between DRIVE
and REVERSE. Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure
to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels, is most effective.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce
the risk of transmission failure during prolonged
efforts to free a stuck vehicle.6
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cable from the positive(+)post of the booster battery.
9. Disconnect the positive(+)end of the jumper cable
from the remote positive(+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
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 shift back and forth between DRIVE
and REVERSE. Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure
to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels, is most effective.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce
the risk of transmission failure during prolonged
efforts to free a stuck vehicle.6
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CAUTION!
•When installing the integrated power module
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the integrated power
module and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
1 — — Fuse – Spare
2 40 Amp
Green— Radiator Fan #1
3 50 Amp
Red— Power Steering #1
4 30 Amp
Pink— Starter
5 40 Amp
Green— Anti-Lock Brakes
6 — — Fuse – Spare
7 — — Fuse – Spare
8 — — Fuse – Spare
9 — 20 Amp
YellowAll-Wheel Drive
Module – If Equipped
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•When installing the integrated power module
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the integrated power
module and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
1 — — Fuse – Spare
2 40 Amp
Green— Radiator Fan #1
3 50 Amp
Red— Power Steering #1
4 30 Amp
Pink— Starter
5 40 Amp
Green— Anti-Lock Brakes
6 — — Fuse – Spare
7 — — Fuse – Spare
8 — — Fuse – Spare
9 — 20 Amp
YellowAll-Wheel Drive
Module – If Equipped
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
22 — — Fuse — Spare
23 — 10 Amp
RedFuel Door/Diagnostic
Port
24 — 15 Amp
BlueRadio Screen
25 — 10 Amp
RedTire Pressure Monitor
26 — — Fuse — Spare
27 — 25 Amp
NaturalAmplifier
31 — 25 Amp
NaturalPower Seats
32 — 15 Amp
BlueHVAC Module/Cluster
33 — 15 Amp
BlueIgnition Switch/
Wireless ModuleCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
34 — 10 Amp
RedSteering Column
Module/Clock
35 — 10 Amp
RedBattery Sensor
36 — — Fuse — Spare
37 — 15 Amp
BlueRadio
38 — 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet Inside
Arm Rest
40 — — Fuse — Spare
41 — — Fuse — Spare
42 30 Amp
Pink— Rear Defrost
43 — 25 Amp
NaturalRear Heated Seats/
Steering Wheel
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FuseMini-
FuseDescription
22 — — Fuse — Spare
23 — 10 Amp
RedFuel Door/Diagnostic
Port
24 — 15 Amp
BlueRadio Screen
25 — 10 Amp
RedTire Pressure Monitor
26 — — Fuse — Spare
27 — 25 Amp
NaturalAmplifier
31 — 25 Amp
NaturalPower Seats
32 — 15 Amp
BlueHVAC Module/Cluster
33 — 15 Amp
BlueIgnition Switch/
Wireless ModuleCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
34 — 10 Amp
RedSteering Column
Module/Clock
35 — 10 Amp
RedBattery Sensor
36 — — Fuse — Spare
37 — 15 Amp
BlueRadio
38 — 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet Inside
Arm Rest
40 — — Fuse — Spare
41 — — Fuse — Spare
42 30 Amp
Pink— Rear Defrost
43 — 25 Amp
NaturalRear Heated Seats/
Steering Wheel
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Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 193
Bulb Replacement.....................486,487
Bulbs, Light..........................86,486
Camera, Rear........................... 239
Capacities, Fluid........................ 490
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)........................ 451
Power Steering...................... 367
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............. 465
Car Washes............................ 473
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............83,414
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 418
Cellular Phone.......................... 329
Certification Label....................... 418
Chains, Tire............................ 400
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 383
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light).............274,446Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 82
Checks, Safety........................... 82
Child Restraint....................70,72,76,79
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............74,76
Child Safety Locks........................ 31
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 411
Cleaning
Wheels............................ 474
Windshield Wiper Blades............... 458
Climate Control......................... 329
Coin Holder........................... 262
Cold Weather Operation................... 350
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 328
Compact Spare Tire...................... 395
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 292
Connector
UCI .............................. 326
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)....... 326
Conserving Fuel........................ 290
524 INDEX
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Bulb Replacement.....................486,487
Bulbs, Light..........................86,486
Camera, Rear........................... 239
Capacities, Fluid........................ 490
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)........................ 451
Power Steering...................... 367
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............. 465
Car Washes............................ 473
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............83,414
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 418
Cellular Phone.......................... 329
Certification Label....................... 418
Chains, Tire............................ 400
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 383
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light).............274,446Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 82
Checks, Safety........................... 82
Child Restraint....................70,72,76,79
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............74,76
Child Safety Locks........................ 31
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 411
Cleaning
Wheels............................ 474
Windshield Wiper Blades............... 458
Climate Control......................... 329
Coin Holder........................... 262
Cold Weather Operation................... 350
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 328
Compact Spare Tire...................... 395
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 292
Connector
UCI .............................. 326
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)....... 326
Conserving Fuel........................ 290
524 INDEX
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Starting and Operating.................... 347
Starting Procedures...................... 347
Steering
Column Controls..................... 189
Column Lock....................... 198
Power............................ 367
Tilt Column......................198,199
Wheel, Heated...................... 200
Wheel, Tilt......................198,199
Steering Wheel Audio Controls.............. 326
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 326
Storage............................261,485
Storage, Vehicle......................339,485
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 485
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 437
Sun Roof.............................. 251
Sunglasses Storage....................... 242
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 253Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 54
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 451
System, Remote Starting.................... 25
Tachometer............................ 271
Telescoping Steering Column.............198,199
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 337
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......279,423
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 74
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 17
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 17
Tilt Steering Column...................198,199
Time Delay, Headlight.................... 187
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 387
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 385
Tire Markings.......................... 382
Tire Safety Information.................... 382
TIREFIT.............................. 423
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Starting Procedures...................... 347
Steering
Column Controls..................... 189
Column Lock....................... 198
Power............................ 367
Tilt Column......................198,199
Wheel, Heated...................... 200
Wheel, Tilt......................198,199
Steering Wheel Audio Controls.............. 326
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 326
Storage............................261,485
Storage, Vehicle......................339,485
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 485
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 437
Sun Roof.............................. 251
Sunglasses Storage....................... 242
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 253Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 54
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 451
System, Remote Starting.................... 25
Tachometer............................ 271
Telescoping Steering Column.............198,199
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 337
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......279,423
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 74
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 17
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 17
Tilt Steering Column...................198,199
Time Delay, Headlight.................... 187
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 387
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 385
Tire Markings.......................... 382
Tire Safety Information.................... 382
TIREFIT.............................. 423
538 INDEX
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