2015 DODGE CHARGER traction control

ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESC OFF Indicator Light
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” in the instrument cluster will come on
when the ignition switch is cycled to the ON
position. It should go out with the engine
running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” comes on continuously 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), see your autho-
rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem
diagnosed and corrected.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo-
cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as
the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also
flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac-
celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little
throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and
driving to the prevailing road conditions.
NOTE:
•Each time the ignition is cycled ON, the ESC system
will be ON even if it was cycled off previously.
•The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds
when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop
when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver
that caused the ESC activation.
The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” indicates the
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is partially
off or full off.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have a collision.
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body
clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard
against damage.
•Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as
recommended by the traction device manufacturer.
•Install on Rear Tires Only.
•Due to limited clearance, use reduced size snow chains
or traction devices with a maximum projection of 6
mm beyond the tire profile on either P235/55R18 99V
or P225/60R18 99H tires.
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable
handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
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WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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Brake Assist System.....................424
Traction Control System...................423
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses)......572
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........174
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............425
Emergency Deck Lid Release..................45
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck................521
Jacking...............................498
Jump Starting..........................517
Overheating...........................495
Towing..............................526
Emergency Trunk Release....................45
Emission Control System Maintenance..........535
Engine.................................534
Air Cleaner...........................543
Block Heater..........................398
Break-In Recommendations.................96
Checking Oil Level......................538
Compartment..........................533
Compartment Identification................533
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................553
Cooling..............................552
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................98
Fails to Start...........................396
Flooded, Starting.......................396
Fuel Requirements......................464
Jump Starting..........................517
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..538
Oil Filler Cap..........................541
Oil Selection...........................540
Oil Synthetic..........................542
Overheating...........................495
Starting..............................393
Temperature Gauge......................263
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................541
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................541
EnhancedAccident Response Feature............70
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Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .263
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............263
Traction Control........................431
Turn Signal...........................102
Vanity Mirror..........................120
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)......263
Loading Vehicle..........................477
Capacities............................479
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..439
Load Leveling System......................256
Locks..................................29
Automatic Door.........................31
Auto Unlock...........................32
Child Protection.........................32
Door.................................29
Power Door............................31
Low Tire Pressure System...................458
Lubrication, Body.........................548
Lug Nuts...............................496
Maintenance Free Battery....................543
Maintenance Procedures....................538
Maintenance Schedule......................596
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......263
Manual, Service..........................610
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................559
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)...............146
Memory Seat............................146
Memory Seats and Radio....................146
Methanol...............................466
Mirrors................................110
Electric Powered........................119
Electric Remote.........................119
Exterior Folding........................118
Heated...............................120
Outside..............................117
Rearview.............................110
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INDEX 625

Radial...............................447
Replacement...........................454
Rotation..............................457
Safety...............................432
Sizes................................434
Snow Tires............................449
Spare Tire.............................498
Spinning.............................453
Trailer Towing.........................488
Tread Wear Indicators....................453
Tire Safety Information.....................432
Tire Service Kit...........................507
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................484
To Open Hood...........................150
Towing................................479
Disabled Vehicle........................526
Guide...............................484
Recreational...........................492
Weight...............................484
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........492
Traction................................412
Traction Control..........................423
Trailer Towing...........................479
Cooling System Tips.....................492
Hitches..............................482
Minimum Requirements..................486
Ti p s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..491
Trailer and Tongue Weight.................484
Wiring...............................489
Trailer Towing Guide.......................484
Trailer Weight............................484
Transfer Case............................563
Fluid................................563
Maintenance...........................564
Transmission
Automatic............................398
Fluid................................561
Maintenance...........................561
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