2013 DODGE DART maintenance

The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Chrysler Group
LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature
that may take their attention off the road. Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones,
computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle
is moving is dangerous and could lead to a serious collision. Texting while driving is also
dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving.
i f you find yourself unable to
devote your full attention to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your
vehicle.
s ome s tates or Provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while
driving.
i t is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
if you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you
may obtain a complimentar y printed copy of the Owner’s
Manual, Navigation/Uconnect
® Manuals or Warranty Booklet
by calling 1-800-423-6343 (U.
s .) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada)
or by contacting your dealer.
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warninG!
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions
are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is
impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and
then drive.
driVinG and alcohol
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol
levels far below the legal minimum.
i f you are drinking, don’t
drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab,
a friend, or use public transportation.
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This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new
Dodge and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions.
However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual.
For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important
safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect
®
Manuals and other Warning Labels in your vehicle.
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For additional information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle,
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER
GROUP LLC...................2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT ................4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ............6
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB .....................8
REMOTE START.................9
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ ............9
THEFT ALARM .................13
SEATBELT ...................15
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) —
AIRBAGS ....................16
CHILD RESTRAINTS ..............17
FRONT SEATS .................19
REARSEAT ...................21
HEATEDSEATS ................22
HEATED STEERING WHEEL ..........23
TILT / TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN ....................23
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . 24
TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH
BEAM LEVER ..................24
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ..............26
SPEED CONTROL ................27
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS ........28
Uconnect® 8.4 MANUAL CLIMATE
CONTROLS ...................29
Uconnect® 8.4 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE
CONTROLS ...................30
POWER SUNROOF ...............32
WIND BUFFETING ...............33
SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . . . 33
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM ......36
Uconnect® 200 .................38
Uconnect® 8.4 & 8.4N .............47
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS.....70
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC) – STANDARD (2 BUTTON) ........70
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC) – PREMIUM
(4 BUTTON) ...................71
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink®) ..................76
POWER OUTLET ................78
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER
WEIGHTRATINGS) ...............79
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME,
ETC.) ......................79
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ............80
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS .....................80
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .........85
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ........86
TIREFIT KIT ..................92
JUMP-STARTING ...............98
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE ...........100
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .......100
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .........101
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ........102
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD.............103
FUEL DOOR RELEASE ............104
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ...........105
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES ..........108
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..........110
MAINTENANCE RECORD ...........114
FUSES .....................115
TIRE PRESSURES ...............118
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE .......119
EXTERIOR BULBS ...............119
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER
CENTER....................120
CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMER
CENTER ....................120
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ...................120
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ..........120
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED
STATES .....................121
Uconnect® CUSTOMER CENTER .......121
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY
MOPAR® ....................122
INDEX....................123
FAQ (How To?)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ......126
TABLE OF CONTENTS

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
• Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for U.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Resi-dents.
• Provide your name, vehicle identification number, license plate number, and your loca- tion, including the telephone number from which you are calling.
• Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.
• You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival. If you feel you are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know. With your consent, we will
contact local police or safety authorities.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
• The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. It should go out with the
engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continu-
ously 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), we recommend you
drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
• Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly, when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size
than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should
determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
• As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Moni- toring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of
your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale
illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to
the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
• IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST THE AIR
PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE VEHICLE PLAC-
ARD OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR.
NOTE:
AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE
FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
• Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technol-ogy (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may de-
crease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is
different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT)
engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a
non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an
emergency, the cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with
fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106), by an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not
use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible
with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not
recommended.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change
indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.
This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent
short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe
Operating Conditions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500
miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the
next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or
twelve months, whichever comes first.
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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, and brake master cylinder as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
Change oil and filter
Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
Inspect exhaust system
Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
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Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000 90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000 130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000 144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV boots. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and
replace if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake
function. XXX X X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. X X X X X
Replace cabin air filter. X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs (1.4L Turbo Engine). ** X X X X X
Replace spark plugs (2.0L and 2.4L Engine).
** X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10
years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) which-
ever comes first. XX
Change the transmission fluid (manual or
automatic 1.4L turbo engine only) if using
your vehicle for any of the following: trailer
towing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery
service (commercial service), off-road, des-
ert operation or more than 50% of your
driving is at sustained speeds during hot
weather, above 90°F (32°C). XX X
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000 90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000 130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000 144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change the automatic transmission fluid
and fliter (2.0L, 2.4L engines only) if using
your vehicle for any of the following: trailer
towing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery
service (commercial service), off-road, des-
ert operation or more than 50% of your
driving is at sustained speeds during hot
weather, above 90°F (32°C). XX
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary X
Replace the timing belt (1.4L Turbo Engine). X** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
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MAINTENANCE RECORD
Odometer Date Signature, Autho-rized Service Center
20,000 Miles
(32,000 km) or
2Years
30,000 Miles
(48,000 km) or
3Years
40,000 Miles
(64,000 km) or
4 Years
50,000 Miles
(80,000 km) or
5Years
60,000 Miles
(96,000 km) or
6 Years
70,000 Miles
(112,000 km) or
7 Years
80,000 Miles
(128,000 km) or
8Years
Odometer Date Signature, Autho- rized Service Center
90,000 Miles
(144,000 km) or
9 Years
100,000 Miles
(160,000 km) or
10 Years
110,000 Miles
(176,000 km) or
11 Years
120,000 Miles
(192,000 km) or
12 Years
130,000 Miles
(208,000 km) or
13 Years
140,000 Miles
(224,000 km) or
14 Years
150,000 Miles
(240,000 km) or
15 Years
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