2013 DODGE CHARGER SRT traction control

WARNING!
In the ESC “Full Off” mode, the engine torque
reduction and stability features are disabled. There-
fore, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESC is
unavailable. In an emergency evasive maneuver, the
ESC system will not engage to assist in maintaining
stability.ESC Off mode is intended for off-highway
or off-road use only.
NOTE: When the ESC is switched OFF, a feature of the
system remains active. This feature controls wheel spin
across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential.
If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other,
the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel
and allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel
that is not spinning. To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with tire chains, or when starting off in
deep snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch
to the “Partial Off” mode by momentarily pressing the
“ESC Off” switch.
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when
starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA will maintain
the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short
period of time after the driver takes their foot off of the
brake pedal. If the driver does not apply the throttle
during this short period of time, the system will release
brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The
system will release brake pressure in proportion to the
amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in
the intended direction of travel.
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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.
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
Tire Markings
1 — U.S. DOT Safety
Standards Code (TIN) 4 — Maximum Load
2 — Size Designation 5 — Maximum Pressure
3 — Service Description 6 — Treadwear, Traction and
Temperature Grades
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significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel, than the minimum required by law.
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Traction Control System...................418
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......527
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .....237, 241
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............419
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......276
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................45
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................487
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................472
Jump Starting ......................... .483
Overheating .......................... .472
Emergency Trunk Release ....................45
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........496
Engine ................................ .495
Air Cleaner .......................... .502
Block Heater ......................... .396
Break-In Recommendations .................94
Checking Oil Level ..................... .499
Compartment ......................... .495Coolant (Antifreeze)
..................512, 544
Cooling ..............................511
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................96, 462
Fails to Start .......................... .394
Flooded, Starting ...................... .394
Fuel Requirements ..................... .458
Jump Starting ......................... .483
Oil .......................... .499, 543, 544
Oil Change Interval ..................329, 500
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .501
Oil Selection ...................... .500, 543
Oil Synthetic ......................... .501
Overheating .......................... .472
Starting ............................. .391
Temperature Gauge ..................... .320
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .501
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............70
Entry System, Illuminated ....................21
Ethanol ............................... .459
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Interior............................. .225
License ............................. .542
Lights On Reminder .....................220
Low Fuel ............................ .326
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........314
Map Reading ......................... .223
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........226
Passing ............................. .222
Reading .......................... .223, 278
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .320
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ...............317
Service .......................... .537, 539
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .314
SmartBeams .......................... .218
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...............317
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .........312, 451
Traction Control ....................... .426
Turn Signal ........................ .99, 222
Vanity Mirror ..........................112 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)
......311
Loading Vehicle ...................... .466, 468
Capacities ........................... .468
Tires ............................... .434
Locks ..................................30
Automatic Door .........................33
Auto Unlock ...........................33
Child Protection .........................34
Door .................................30
Power Door ............................32
Low Tire Pressure System ...................451
Lubrication, Body ........................ .507
Maintenance Free Battery ....................502
Maintenance Procedures ....................499
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .548
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .314, 496
Manual, Service ......................... .572
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................518
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Spinning............................ .446
Tread Wear Indicators ....................446
Tire Safety Information .....................427
Towing ............................... .468
Behind a Motorhome .....................469
Recreational .......................... .469
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........469
Traction ............................... .409
Traction Control ......................... .418
Trailer Towing .......................... .468
Transmission Automatic ..................... .396, 398, 519
Fluid ............................ .519, 545
Maintenance .......................... .519
Shifting ............................. .396
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry). . .24
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .21
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........21
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .446Trip Odometer
...........................311
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .....................44, 45
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................45
Trunk Release Remote Control .................44
Turn Signals ......................... .222, 311
UCI Connector .......................... .369
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................573
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .369
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .458
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................55
Vanity Mirrors ...........................112
Vehicle Certification Label ...................466
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ....................435, 466, 468
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Storage ....................... .383, 536
594 INDEX