2013 DODGE DART Tension

Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped
For rear passengers there is a storage bin located in the
armrest. Lift upward on the latch to open the storage
compartment.
CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped with 60/40
Split-Folding Rear Seat
The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying
versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling the
seatback loops between the seatbacks and the bolsters.
When the seats are folded down, they provide a continu-
ous, nearly-flat extension of the load floor.
NOTE:These loops can be tucked away when not in
use.
Rear Armrest Storage
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271

Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)
The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660
Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
When reading discs recorded using formats other than
ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read
files properly and may be unable to play the file nor-
mally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported.
The radio uses the following limits for file systems:
•Maximum number of folder levels: 8
•Maximum number of files: 255
•Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file
names and folder names is limited. For large numbers
of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to
display the file name and folder name and will assign
a number instead. With a maximum number of files,
exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With
200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this
display.)
•Maximum number of characters in file/folder names:
•Level 1: 12 (including a separator.and a three-
character extension)
•Level 2: 31 (including a separator .and a three-
character extension)
Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.
Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal
CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files).
Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after
writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of
multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in
longer disc loading times.
Supported MP3 File Formats
The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten-
sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3
extension may cause playback problems. The radio is
designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will
not play the file.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347

WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing
serious personal injury.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously
crank the engine for more than 25 seconds at a time.
Wait 60 seconds before trying again.
After Starting
The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine
warms up.
Turbocharger “Cool Down” – If Equipped
This vehicle is equipped with an after-run pump to cool
the turbocharger after the engine is shut off. Dependingon the type of driving and the amount of cargo, the pump
will run for up to 10 minutes after the engine has been
shut off to circulate coolant through the turbocharger.
Although the pump is rubber-mounted for quiet opera-
tion, it is normal to hear it running during this time.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a
standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one
hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block heater
cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt
electrical cord could cause electrocution.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 383

CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked posi-
tive (+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
•If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in
the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables
before connecting the charger to the battery. Do
not use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529

Passing Light........................... 217
Pets .................................. 92
Phone, Cellular ......................... 117
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ............. 117
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 432
Power Deck Lid Release ..................... 45
Door Locks ......................... 33
Mirrors ............................ 108
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ........ 262
Sunroof ........................... 258
Windows ........................... 41
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 562
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 59
Preparation for Jacking .................... 486
Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... 58
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 24 Radial Ply Tires
......................... 439
Radio Operation ........................ 360
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ................ 223
Rear Camera ........................... 245
Rear Cupholder ......................... 266
Rear Park Sense System ................... 231
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 207
Rear Window Defroster ................... 275
Rear Window Features .................... 275
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 105
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 82
Recreational Towing ...................... 479
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 458
Refrigerant ............................ 530
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 214
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 58
Remote Control Starting System ....................... 28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 24
594 INDEX

Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 358
Remote Starting System .................... 28
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 45
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 556
Replacement Keys ........................ 20
Replacement Parts ....................... 522
Replacement Tires ....................... 444
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 576
Resetting Oil Change Indicator .............. 293
Restraint, Head ......................... 205
Restraints, Child ......................... 83
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 47
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 509
Rotation, Tires .......................... 448
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 95
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 97
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 576
Safety Information, Tire ................... 427 Safety Tips
............................. 94
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 94
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 564
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 552
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 58
Seat Belts .......................... 47,50,95
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ...... 55
And Pregnant Women .................. 59
Child Restraint ................. 83,84,85,90
Extender ........................... 59
Front Seat ......................... 50,51
Inspection .......................... 95
Operating Instructions .................. 51
Pretensioners ........................ 58
Rear Seat ........................... 50
Untwisting Procedure .................. 55
Seats ................................. 197
Adjustment ...................... 197,200
Head Restraints ...................... 205
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INDEX 595

Starting Procedures...................... 379
Steering Column Controls ..................... 216
Column Lock ....................... 224
Tilt Column ........................ 224
Wheel, Heated ...................... 225
Wheel, Tilt ......................... 224
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. 358
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls .............................. 358
Storage ............................ 267,556
Storage, Vehicle ......................... 374
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 509
Sun Roof .............................. 258
Sun Visor Extension ...................... 109
Sunglasses Storage ....................... 249
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 60
Sway Control, Trailer ..................... 420
System, Remote Starting .................... 28 Tachometer
............................ 284
Telescoping Steering Column ............... 224
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 372
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......286,484
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 87
Text Messaging ......................... 139
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 21
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 21
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 224
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 212
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 432
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 430
Tire Markings .......................... 427
Tire Safety Information .................... 427
TIREFIT .............................. 495
Tires ............................ 97,436,579
Aging (Life of Tires) .................. 443
Air Pressure ........................ 436
Chains ............................ 446
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INDEX 597