2013 DODGE CHARGER SRT instrument cluster

To release the parking brake, press the park brake pedal
a second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake
disengage.
When the parking brake is applied with the ignition
switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in
the instrument cluster will illuminate.NOTE:
•
When the parking brake is applied and the transmis-
sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will
flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound
to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake
before attempting to move the vehicle.
•
This light only shows that the parking brake is applied.
It does not show the degree of brake application.
When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away
from the curb on an uphill grade. Apply the parking
brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise
the load on the transmission locking mechanism may
make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. The
parking brake should always be applied whenever the
driver is not in the vehicle.
Parking Brake
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WARNING!
•When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality
of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de-
scribed in the TCS section), has been disabled and
the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will be illuminated.
When in “Partial Off” mode, the engine power
reduction feature of TCS is disabled, and the
enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC sys-
tem is reduced.
Full Off
This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use
only and should not be used on any public roadways. In
this mode, all TCS and ESC stability features are turned
OFF. To enter the “Full Off” mode, press and hold the
“ESC Off” switch for five seconds while the vehicle is
stopped with the engine running. After five seconds, a chime will sound, the “ESC Activation/Malfunction In-
dicator Light” will illuminate, and the
ESC OFFmes-
sage will display in the vehicle odometer. Press and
release the TRIP ODOMETER button located on the
instrument cluster to clear this message. The “ESC OFF”
message may appear in the Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information. To turn ESC ON again,
momentarily press the “ESC Off” switch.
NOTE: TheESC OFF message will display and the
audible chime will sound when the shift lever is moved
into the PARK position from any position other than
PARK and then moved out of the PARK position. This
will occur when the message was previously cleared.
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ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESC OFF Indicator Light
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” in the instrument cluster will come on
when the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position. It should go out with the engine
running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a
malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this
light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the
vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at
speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho-
rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem
diagnosed and corrected.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo-
cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as
the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also
flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/
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.
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Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog
lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible to
stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth.
To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution
followed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPAR® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive typecleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may
scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.........222
Lights On Reminder .....................220
On With Wipers .....................218, 229
Passing ............................. .222
Switch .............................. .216
Time Delay ........................... .219
Washers ............................. .508
Headlight Washers ....................... .508
Head Restraints ......................... .206
Head Rests ............................. .206
Heated Mirrors ...........................112
Heated Seats ............................ .201
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .396
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .222
Hill Start Assist .......................... .423
Holder, Coin ............................ .302
Ignition Key..................................12 Illuminated Entry
..........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................16
Infant Restraint ...........................74
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................108
Instrument Cluster ........................311
Instrument Panel and Controls ................309
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............526
Interior Appearance Care ....................525
Interior Lights .......................... .225
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............227
Introduction ..............................4
Jump Starting ........................... .483
Key-In Reminder ..........................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go .....................35, 392
Keyless Entry System .......................21
Keyless Go ...............................12
Key, Programming .........................18
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Key, Replacement..........................17
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................16
Knee Bolster .......................... .59, 60
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................222
Lane Change Assist ....................... .222
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................49
Latches .................................99
Latch Plate ...............................50
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .458
Leaks, Fluid ..............................99
Life of Tires ............................ .447
Light Bulbs .......................... .99, 537
Lights .............................. .99, 216
Airbag ...................... .67, 72, 97, 315
Alarm .............................. .317
Anti-Lock ............................ .316
Automatic Headlights ....................217 Brake Assist Warning
....................426
Brake Warning ........................ .317
Bulb Replacement ...................... .539
Daytime Running ...................... .220
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................222
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .....426
Exterior ...............................99
Fog ............................. .220, 311
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................472
Headlights ........................ .216, 540
Headlights On Reminder ..................220
Headlights On With Wipers .............218, 229
Headlight Switch ...................... .216
High Beam ........................... .222
High Beam Indicator .....................311
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............222
Illuminated Entry ........................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .216
Intensity Control ....................... .225
586 INDEX

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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Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .501
Warning Flasher, Hazard ....................472
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .311
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .571
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .508
Washers, Windshield ....................228, 508
Washing Vehicle ......................... .522
Water Driving Through ....................... .410
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................524
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................524
Wind Buffeting ....................... .44, 292
Window Fogging ........................ .384
Windows ................................40
Power ................................40 Windshield Defroster
.......................97
Windshield Washers ....................227, 228
Fluid ............................... .508
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................508
Windshield Wipers ....................... .227
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................508
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... .227
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ..................... .229
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INDEX 595