2013 DODGE CHARGER SRT child seat

WARNING!
•Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and
do not leave the key in the ignition switch (or leave
the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/Run position).
Occupants, particularly unattended children, can
become entrapped by the power sunroof while
operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrap-
ment may result in serious injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could
also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten
your seat belt properly and make sure all passen-
gers are also properly secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object, to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.
Opening Sunroof — Express
Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half
second. The sunroof and sunshade will open automati-
cally from any position. The sunroof and sunshade will
open fully and stop automatically. This is called “Express
Open”. During Express Open operation, any movement
of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode
To open the sunroof, press and hold the switch rearward
to full open. Any release of the switch will stop the
movement. The sunroof and sunshade will remain in a
partially opened condition until the switch is pushed and
held rearward again.
Closing Sunroof — Express
Press the switch forward and release it within one-half
second and the sunroof will close automatically from any
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WARNING!(Continued)
stability for child seats and/or passengers. An im-
properly latched seat could cause serious injury.
• The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the
rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down
position) should not be used as a play area by
children when the vehicle is in motion. They could
be seriously injured in a collision. Children should
be seated and using the proper restraint system.
• To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear
cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes
only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats
and use seat belts.
WARNING!
The weight and position of cargo and passengers can
change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle
handling. To avoid loss of control resulting in per-
sonal injury, follow these guidelines for loading your
vehicle:
•
Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible.
• Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight
over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of
the vehicle to sway.
•
Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of
the seatback. This could impair visibility or become
a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision.
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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.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), 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.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob 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.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-
Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN position. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you
must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi-
tion to the ON/RUN position, and also press the
brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the shift lever
could result.
• DO NOT race the engine when shifting from
PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this
can damage the drivetrain.
The following indicators should be used to ensure that
you have engaged the shift lever into the PARK position:
• When shifting into PARK, firmly move the transmis-
sion all the way forward and to the left until it stops
and is fully seated.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 401

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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Radial Ply Tires......................... .441
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........514
Radio Operation ......................... .372
Radio Remote Controls .....................370
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................229
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................521
Rear Camera ........................... .276
Rear Cupholder ......................... .300
Rear Park Sense System .....................268
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .208
Rear Window Defroster .....................305
Rear Window Features .....................305
Recorder, Event Data .......................73
Recreational Towing ...................... .469
Reformulated Gasoline .....................458
Refrigerant ............................. .505
Reminder, Lights On ...................... .220
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................58 Remote Control
Starting System .........................26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........370
Remote Starting System ......................26
Remote Trunk Release .......................44
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .537
Replacement Keys .........................17
Replacement Parts ........................ .498
Replacement Tires ........................ .447
Reporting Safety Defects ....................571
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ............312, 329
Restraint, Head .......................... .206
Restraints, Child ...........................74
Restraints, Occupant ........................46
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................487
Rotation, Tires .......................... .450
590 INDEX

Safety Checks Inside Vehicle..................97
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................99
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................571
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................96
Safety Information, Tire .....................427
Safety Tips ...............................95
Schedule, Maintenance .....................548
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .527
Seat Belt Reminder .........................58
Seat Belts .......................... .46, 49, 97
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........54
And Pregnant Women .....................59
Child Restraint ..........................74
Extender ..............................59
Front Seat .......................... .49, 50
Inspection .............................97
Operating Instructions ....................50
Pretensioners ...........................57
Rear Seat ..............................49 Untwisting Procedure
.....................55
Seats ................................. .197
Adjustment .......................... .197
Easy Entry ........................... .213
Head Restraints ....................... .206
Heated .............................. .201
Height Adjustment ..................... .198
Memory ............................. .210
Power .............................. .198
Rear Folding ......................... .208
Seatback Release ....................... .208
Tilting .............................. .198
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..................18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............544
Selection of Oil .......................... .500
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................16
Sentry Key Programming ....................18
Sentry Key Replacement .....................17
Service Assistance ........................ .567
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INDEX 591