2014 DODGE DART trunk

Trunk Emergency Release
As a security measure, a trunk internal emergency release
lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event
of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can
be simply opened by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle
attached to the trunk latching mechanism.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS
Some of the most important safety features in your
vehicle are the restraint systems:
•Three-point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and
all passengers
•
Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passenger
• An energy-absorbing steering column and steering
wheel
• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC)
for the driver and passengers seated next to a window
• Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB)
•
Supplemental Driver Side and Passenger Knee Airbags
• Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupant
Trunk Emergency Release
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•It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
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eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO),
follow these safety tips:
•Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in
confined areas any longer than needed to move
your vehicle in or out of the area.
• If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/
rear doors open, make sure that all windows are
closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is
set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation
mode.
• If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling
controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
blower at high speed.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
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Front Map/Reading Lights
Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light
can be turned on by pressing the lens.
To turn the lights off, press the lens a second time.The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights
will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE
is pressed.
Interior Lights
The interior lights come on when a door is opened.
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to
the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights
were switched on manually or are on because a door is
open. This includes the glove box light, but not the trunk
light. To restore interior light operation, either turn the
ignition to the ON/RUN position or cycle the light
switch.
Front Map/Reading Lights
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Demister5 — Glove Compartment9 — Trunk Release
2 — Outlet 6 — Climate Control Hard Controls/
Uconnect® System Hard Controls10 — Hood Release
3 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Power Outlet11 — Dimmer Control
4 — Radio/Uconnect® System 8 — Ignition Switch12 — Headlight Switch
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•Cruise Set To XXX km/h
• Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled
• Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled
• Front Seatbelts Unbuckled
• Door Open
• Doors Open
• Trunk Open
• Remote Start Aborted Fuel Low
• Remote Start Disabled Start To Reset
• Remote Start Active Key To Run
• Remote Start Aborted Door Open
• Remote Start Aborted Hood Open
• Remote Start Aborted Time Expired •
Remote Start Aborted Too Cold
• Remote Start Active Push Start Button
EVIC Main Menu
To step to each main menu feature press and release the
UP button once for each step. A step from the last item in
the list will cause the first item in the feature list to be
displayed. The following features are in the main menu:
•Odometer
• Digital Vehicle Speed
• Trip
• Range To Empty
• Average Fuel Economy
• Current Fuel Economy
• Stored Messages
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•Right Turn Signal Light Out
• Left Turn Signal Light Out
• Turn Signal On
• Vehicle Not In Park
• Key In Ignition
• Key In Ignition Lights On
• Remote Start Active Key to Run
• Remote Start Active Push Start Button
• Remote Start Aborted Fuel Low
• Remote Start Aborted Too Cold
• Remote Start Aborted Door Open
• Remote Start Aborted Hood Open
• Remote Start Aborted Trunk Open •
Remote Start Aborted Time Expired
• Remote Start Disabled Start to Reset
• Service Airbag System
• Service Airbag Warning Light
• Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled
• Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled
• Front Seatbelts Unbuckled
• Door Open
• Doors Open
• Trunk Open
• Gear Not Available
• Shift Not Allowed
• Shift to Neutral then Drive or Reverse
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•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main-
tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every
time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal
conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive
with all side windows fully open.
• Keep the trunk closed when driving your vehicle to
prevent carbon monoxide and other poisonous ex-
haust gases from entering the vehicle.
ADDING FUEL
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
The gas cap is located behind the locking fuel filler door,
on the right side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or
damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this
vehicle. 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located on the
driver’s side door trim).
2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler cap.
Fuel Filler Cap
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NOTE:
•When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank
is full.
• Tighten the gas cap about one-quarter turn until you
hear one click. This is an indication that the cap is
properly tightened.
• If the gas cap is not tighten properly, the MIL will come
on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the
vehicle is refueled.
Manual Fuel Filler Door Release
If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the
manual fuel filler door release.
1. Open the trunk.
2. Locate the release cable access door cut out on the
right side of the trunk trim. 3. Insert finger into half circle opening and pull flap open
to access the cable.
Release Cable Access Door Cut Out
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