2014 DODGE DART spare tire

6. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on thewrench while at the end of the handle for increased
leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until
each wheel bolt has been tightened twice. Refer to
“Torque Specifications” in this section for proper lug
bolt torque. If in doubt about the correct tightness,
have them checked with a torque wrench by your
authorized dealer or service station.
7. Lower the jack until it is free. Remove the wheel blocks. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assem-
bly and stow it in the spare tire area. Secure the
assembly using the means provided. Release the park-
ing brake before driving the vehicle.
8. After 25 miles (40 km) check the wheel bolt torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all wheel bolts are
properly seated against the wheel.Road Tire Installation
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. Install the remaining wheel bolts with the threadedend of the wheel bolt toward the wheel. Lightly
tighten the wheel bolts.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,
do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
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4. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on thewrench while at the end of the handle for increased
leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until
each wheel bolt has been tightened twice. Refer to
“Torque Specifications” in this section for the proper
lug bolt torque. If in doubt about the correct tightness,
have them checked with a torque wrench by your
authorized dealer or service station.
5. Lower the jack until it is free. Remove the wheel blocks. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assem-
bly and stow it in the spare tire area. Secure the
assembly using the means provided. Release the park-
ing brake before driving the vehicle.
6. After 25 miles (40 km) check the wheel bolt torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all wheel bolts are
properly seated against the wheel.JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES
If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster
pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly
so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer ’s operating instructions and
precautions.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any
other booster source with a system voltage greater
than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
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Clock................................. .367
Clutch .................................584
Clutch Fluid ............................ .584
Coin Holder ............................ .292
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............389
Compact Disc (CD) Player ...................379
Compact Spare Tire ........................475
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .328
Connector UCI................................ .380
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........380
Console, Floor .......................... .292
Console, Overhead ........................272
Contract, Service ..........................625
Coolant (Antifreeze) .......................608
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........581
Cooling System .......................... .578
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............580
Coolant Level ..........................578 Disposal of Used Coolant
.................582
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................578
Inspection ............................582
Points to Remember .....................582
Pressure Cap ..........................581
Radiator Cap ..........................581
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............579
Corrosion Protection .......................589
Cruise Light ............................ .320
Cupholders ............................ .290
Customer Assistance .......................623
Data Recorder, Event .......................83
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............244
Daytime Running Lights ....................239
Dealer Service ............................563
Deck Lid, Emergency Release .................47
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................45
Defr oster

, Rear Window .....................300
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INDEX 635

Service Assistance........................ .623
Service Contract ..........................625
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . .318
Service Manuals ..........................628
Setting the Clock ..........................367
Shifting Manual Transmission ....................414
Shift Lever Override .......................549
Short Message Service (SMS) .................162
Shoulder Belts ............................51
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage ................56
Side Airbag ..............................79
Side View Mirror Adjustment .................120
Signals, Turn .............................111
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................481
Snow Tires ............................. .473
Spare Tire ...............................475
Specifications Oil..................................565 Speed Control (Cruise Control)
................252
Speedometer ............................ .314
Starting .................................28
Automatic Transmission ..................410
Engine Fails to Start .....................413
Manual Transmission ....................409
Remote ...............................28
Starting Procedures ........................409
Steering Column Controls .......................240
Column Lock ..........................249
Tilt Column .......................... .249
Wheel, Heated ........................ .250
Wheel, Tilt ............................249
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............387
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .387
Storage ............................... .294
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .403
Stuck, Freeing ............................547
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Sunglasses Storage........................273
Sun Roof ...............................283
Sun Visor Extension .......................123
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..........61
Sway Control, Trailer .......................451
System, Remote Starting .....................28
Tachometer ............................. .308
Telescoping Steering Column .................249
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........401
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ............310
Text Messaging .......................... .162
Tilt Steering Column .......................249
Time Delay, Headlight ..................... .237
Tire and Loading Information Placard ...........464
TIREFIT ............................... .522
Tire Markings ............................458
Tire Rotation ............................ .568
Tires...................................111 Aging (Life of Tires)
.....................478
Air Pressure .......................... .468
Chains ...............................481
Changing ............................ .532
Compact Spare ........................ .475
General Information .....................468
High Speed .......................... .471
Inflation Pressures .......................470
Jacking ...............................532
Life of Tires .......................... .478
Load Capacity ........................ .464
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............483
Pressure Warning Light ...................308
Quality Grading ........................629
Radial ...............................472
Replacement .......................... .479
Rotation ............................. .482
Safety ...............................458
Sizes ............................... .459
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INDEX 649

Snow Tires............................473
Spare Tire ............................ .532
Spinning ............................ .477
Tread Wear Indicators ....................478
Tire Safety Information .....................458
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................506
To Open Hood .......................... .232
Towing ............................... .502
24-Hour Towing Assistance ................147
Disabled Vehicle ........................551
Guide ...............................506
Recreational .......................... .515
Weight ...............................506
Towing Assistance ........................ .147
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........515
Traction ............................... .439
Traction Control ..........................449
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..................451
Trailer Towing .......................... .502Cooling System Tips
.....................514
Hitches ............................. .505
Minimum Requirements ..................507
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................506
Wiring ...............................511
Trailer Towing Guide .......................506
Trailer Weight ............................506
Transmission Automatic ............................417
Filter ............................... .588
Maintenance .......................... .586
Manual ............................. .414
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .27
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .274
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .27
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........24
Transporting Pets ........................ .106
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .478
Trip Odometer .......................... .316
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