2015 DODGE CHARGER SRT ECU

MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED
TRANSMISSION
WARNING!
Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the
parking brake, before activating the Manual Park
Release. Activating the Manual Park Release will
allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not secured by
the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow
vehicle. Activating the Manual Park Release on an
unsecured vehicle could lead to serious injury or
death for those in or around the vehicle.
In order to push or tow the vehicle in cases where the
transmission will not shift out of PARK (such as a dead
battery), a Manual Park Release is available.
Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Remove the console storage bin.
3. Remove plastic cover under the bin by using the slot
provided to access the Manual Park Release lever.
4. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, fish the
tether strap up through the opening in the console
base.
Console Storage Bin
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5. Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the center of the
lever, and disengage the lever locking tab by pushing
it to the right.
6. While holding the locking tab in the disengaged
position, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever up and
rearward, until it locks in place in the vertical position.
The vehicle is now out of PARK and can be towed.
Release the parking brake only when the vehicle is
securely connected to a tow vehicle.
To Reset The Manual Park Release:
1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the rear side)
rearward (away from the lever) to unlatch the lever.
Locking TabTether Strap
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2. Rotate the Manual Park Release lever forward and
down, to its original position, until the locking tab
snaps into place to secure the lever.
3. Pull up gently on the tether strap to confirm that the
lever is locked in its stowed position.
4. Tuck the tether strap into the base of the console.
Reinstall the console storage bin.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Towing ConditionWheels OFF The Ground AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Flat TowNONEIf transmission is operable:
•Transmission inNEUTRAL
•30 mph (48 km/h)maxspeed
•30 miles (48 km)maxdistance
Wheel Lift or Dolly TowFrontNOT RECOMMENDED (but, if
used, same limitations as above)
RearNOT RECOMMENDED
FlatbedALLBEST METHOD
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Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to
main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws regarding
vehicles under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to#Manual Park Release#in this section
for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
for towing.
CAUTION!
•DO NOT use sling-type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
•When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
•The manufacturer does not recommend towing this
vehicle using a tow dolly. Vehicle damage may
occur.
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WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
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518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

CavityCartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
1––Fuse – Spare
240 Amp Green–Radiator Fan #1 – If Equipped
350 Amp Red–Power Steering #1 / Radiator Fan
(6.2L Supercharged) – If Equipped
430 Amp Pink–Starter
540 Amp Green–Electronic Stability Control
630 Amp Pink–Electronic Stability Control
7––Fuse – Spare
820 Amp Blue–Police Ignition Run / ACC # 2
9–20 Amp Yellow All-Wheel Drive Module – If Equipped
10–10 Amp Red Security – If Equipped / Under hood Lamp
– Police
11–20 Amp YellowHorns
12–10 Amp RedAir Conditioning Clutch
13––Fuse – Spare
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Alarm (Security Alarm)......................18
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................511
Disposal..............................514
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................406
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................251
Appearance Care.........................521
Arming System (Security Alarm)...............18
Assist, Hill Start..........................414
Auto Down Power Windows..................40
Automatic Door Locks......................31
Automatic Headlights......................146
Automatic High Beams.....................147
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........337
Automatic Transmission....................377
Adding Fluid..........................520
Autostick.............................384
Fluid and Filter Changes..................520
Fluid Change..........................520
Fluid Level Check.......................519
Fluid Type............................550
Special Additives.......................519
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode.......383
Autostick...............................384
Auto Unlock, Doors........................32
Auto Up Power Windows....................40
Axle Fluid..............................550
Axle Lubrication..........................550
Battery.................................500
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........24
Location..............................500
Belts, Seat...............................98
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................505
B-Pillar Location..........................424
Brake Assist System.......................409
Brake Control System, Electronic..............406
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INDEX 573

Lights On Reminder.....................149
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).........251
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness)...........155
Passing..............................151
Reading..............................152
Seat Belt Reminder......................251
Security Alarm.........................251
Service...............................542
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .251
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............251
Traction Control........................416
Turn Signal...........................100
Vanity Mirror..........................118
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)......251
Loading Vehicle..........................458
Capacities............................460
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..424
Locks..................................29
Automatic Door.........................31
Auto Unlock...........................32
Child Protection.........................32
Door.................................29
Power Door............................31
Low Tire Pressure System...................443
Lubrication, Body.........................505
Lug Nuts...............................465
Maintenance Free Battery....................500
Maintenance Procedures....................496
Maintenance Schedule......................552
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......251
Manual, Service..........................567
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................517
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)...............139
Memory Seat............................139
Memory Seats and Radio....................139
Methanol...............................451
Mirrors................................108
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