2013 DODGE DART towing

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

Common Phone Commands (Examples)
“Call John Smith”“Show Missed Calls”
“Call John Smith mobile” “Show Recent Calls”
“Dial 1 248 555 12XX” “Show My Contacts:
“Call Emergency” “Redial”
“Call Towing Assistance” “Call Back”
“Redial”
“Send 1234#” (only available while call is active)
“Search for John Smith”
Phonebook
• Uconnect® radios will automatically download your contact list from your
paired phone, if this feature is supported
by your phone. Entries are updated each
time that the phone is paired. If your con-
tact list entries do not appear, check the
settings on your phone. Some phones re-
quire you to enable this feature manually.
• Your phonebook can be browsed on your radio screen, but editing can only be done
on your phone. To browse, touch the
Phone soft-key, then the Phonebook soft-
key.
• Favorite phonebook entries can be saved as Favorites for quicker access. Favorites are shown at the top of your main phone screen.
Voice Command Tips
• The Phonebutton is for placing calls, or responding to texts, or Phone controls
• The Voice Command
button is for controlling Media, such as changing broad-
cast modes, (FM, SATELLITE), or Tuning to stations (95.5 or “Symphony Hall” )
• Take care to speak into the Voice Command System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of Voice Command to recognize user voice commands may be negatively
affected by rapid speaking or a raised voice level.
• Use longer names that are less easily mistaken for others. For examples, say “Call John Doe” instead of “Call John”.
• You can “chain” commands together for faster results. Say “Call John Doe, mobile”, for example.
• You can interrupt while the system is talking to you, enabling you to say your response without waiting. Just press the
button on the steering wheel to say your
command.
ELECTRONICS
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TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT
RATINGS)
NOTE:
Trailer towing is not recommended for the 1.4L turbo engine.
Engine/
Transmission Frontal Area
Max. GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
2.0L and 2.4L Auto/Man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (50 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of
occupants and cargo and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and
Loading Information placard. Refer to “Tire Safety Information” in “Starting and Operat-
ing” for further information.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing Condition Wheels OFF the GroundManual Transmission Automatic Trans-
mission
Flat Tow None• Transmission in
NEUTRAL NOT ALLOWED
Dolly Tow Front
NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer AllOK
OK
NOTE: When recreationally towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provincial
laws. Contact state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional details.
NOTE:
Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may be recreationally towed (flat towed)
at any legal highway speed, for any distance, if the manual transmission is in the
NEUTRAL position.
UTILITY
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BRAKE- Brake Warning Light
• The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it indicates
a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-Lock Brake
System problem.
• Please have your vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may
have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the
vehicle checked immediately.
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
• Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on
through several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally
and not require towing.
• If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend
you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
• This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
- Charging System Light
• This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system.
• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light
turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
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- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend you drive to the nearest authorized dealer immediately and have the vehicle serviced
immediately.
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light
• This light informs you of a problem with the system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the
PARK position; the light should turn off.
• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized dealer immediately. If the light is flashing when the engine is
running, immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance,
an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing.
- Air Bag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.
Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
• If a “gas cap” message (shown as gASCAP) appears, tighten the gas cap until a “clicking” sound is heard.
• Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
• If the message continues to appear for more than three days after tightening the gas cap, see your authorized service center.
Oil Change Indicator
• Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change Due” message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds after a single
chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval
may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal driving style
• Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go™. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the MENU
button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled main-
tenance) refer to the following procedure.
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SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
• If a malfunction occurs and the shift levercannot be moved out of the PARK posi-
tion, you can use the following procedure
to temporarily move the shift lever:• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF posi-
tion.
• Firmly set the parking brake.
•
Remove the rubber storage tray liner
from the center console, then lift up the
front of the shift lever bezel, carefully
disengage the bezel from the shift lever
housing, and slide it up to the top of the
shift lever.
• Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
• Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool down into the access slot at the front of the shift lever assembly, and push and hold the
white override release lever down.
• Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
• The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
• Reinstall the shift lever bezel (use care to avoid pinching the wiring), and the rubber storage tray liner.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The
Ground AUTOMATIC TRANS-
MISSION MANUAL TRANSMIS-
SION
Flat Tow NONE
NOT ALLOWED Transmission in
NEUTRAL
Wheel Lift or Dolly To w Rear
NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALL
BEST METHOD BEST METHOD
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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