2015 DODGE CHARGER ECO mode

•Drivewiththeenginespeedlessthan3,500RPM.
•Maintainvehiclespeedbelow55mph(88km/h)andobservelocalspeedlimits.
100 to 300 miles (161 to 483 km):
•Depresstheacceleratorpedalslowlyandnotmorethanhalfwaytoavoidrapid
acceleration in lower gears (1st to 3rd gears).
•Avoidaggressivebraking.
•Drivewiththeenginespeedlessthan5,000RPM.
•Maintainvehiclespeedbelow70mph(112km/h)andobservelocalspeedlimits.
300 to 500 miles (483 to 805 km):
•Exercisethefullenginerpmrange,shiftingmanually(paddlesorgearshift)athigher
rpms when possible.
•Donotperformsustainedoperationwiththeacceleratorpedalatwideopenthrottle.
•Maintainvehiclespeedbelow85mph(136km/h)andobservelocalspeedlimits.
For the first 1500 mi (2414 km):
•Donotparticipateintrackevents,sportdrivingschools,orsimilaractivitiesduringthe
first 1500 mi (2414 km).
NOTE:
Check engine oil with every refueling and add if necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may
be higher through the first oil change interval.
SRT Engine Break-In
SRT Engine Break-In Recommendations: The following tips will be helpful in obtaining
optimum performance and maximum durability for your new SRT Vehicle.
Despite modern technology and World Class manufacturing methods, the moving parts of
the vehicle must still wear in with each other. This wearing in occurs mainly during the first
500 miles (805 km) and continues through the first oil change interval.
It is recommended for the operator to observe the following driving behaviors during the
new vehicle break-in period:
0to100miles(0to161km):
•Donotallowtheenginetooperateatidleforanextendedperiodoftime.
•Depresstheacceleratorpedalslowlyandnotmorethanhalfwaytoavoidrapid
acceleration.
•Avoidaggressivebraking.
•Drivewiththeenginespeedlessthan3,500RPM.
•Maintainvehiclespeedbelow55mph(88km/h)andobservelocalspeedlimits.
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Metric Speed (km/h)
•PushingtheSET+button once will result in a 1 km/h increase in set speed. Each
subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 km/h.
•If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase in 10 km/h
increments until the button is released. The increase in set speed is reflected in the DID.
To Decrease Speed
While ACC is set, the set speed can be decreased by pushing the SET-button.
The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if
equipped. Refer to “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner’s Manual on
the DVD for more information. The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of
U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units:
U.S. Speed (mph)
•PushingtheSET-button once will result in a 1 mph decrease in set speed. Each
subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph.
•If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to decrease in 5 mph
decrements until the button is released. The decrease in set speed is reflected in the DID.
Metric Speed (km/h)
•PushingtheSET-button once will result in a 1 km/h decrease in set speed. Each
subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 km/h.
•If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to decrease in 10 km/h
decrements until the button is released. The decrease in set speed is reflected in the DID.
NOTE:
•WhenyouoverrideandpushtheSET+button or SET-buttons, the new Set Speed will
be the current speed of the vehicle.
•WhenyouusetheSET-button to decelerate, if the engine’s braking power does not
slow the vehicle sufficiently to reach the set speed, the brake system will automatically
slow the vehicle.
•TheACCsystemappliesthebrakedowntoafullstopwhenfollowingatargetvehicle.
If an ACC host vehicle follows a target vehicle to a standstill, the host vehicle will release
the vehicle brakes two seconds after coming to a full stop.
•TheACCsystemmaintainssetspeedwhendrivinguphillanddownhill.However,a
slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. In addition, downshifting may occur
while climbing uphill or descending downhill. This is normal operation and necessary
to maintain set speed. When driving up hill and down hill, the ACC system will cancel
if the braking temperature exceeds normal range (overheated).
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Distance Setting (ACC Only)
The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting
between four bars (longest), three bars (long), two bars (medium) and one bar (short).
Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance
to the vehicle ahead. This distance setting displays in the DID.
•Toincreasethedistancesetting,pushtheDistanceSetting—Increasebuttonand
release. Each time the button is pushed, the distance setting increases by one bar
(longer).
•Todecreasethedistancesetting,pushtheDistanceSetting—Decreasebuttonand
release. Each time the button is pushed, the distance setting decreases by one bar
(shorter).
Changing Modes (ACC Only)
If desired, the Adaptive Cruise Control mode can be turned off and the system can be
operated as a normal (Fixed Speed) Speed Control mode. When in the normal (Fixed
Speed) Speed Control mode the distance setting feature will be disabled and the system
will maintain the speed you set.
•Tochangebetweenthedifferentcruisecontrolmodes,pushtheADAPTIVECRUISE
CONTROL (ACC) ON/OFF button which turns the ACC and the normal (Fixed Speed)
Speed Control OFF.
•Pushingthenormal(FixedSpeed)SPEEDCONTROLON/OFFbuttonwillresultin
turning ON (changing to) the normal (Fixed Speed) Speed Control mode.
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further information.
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WARNING!
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience system. It is not a substitute for active
driving involvement. It is always the driver’s responsibility to be attentive of road,
traffic, and weather conditions, vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle ahead; and, most
importantly, brake operation to ensure safe operation of the vehicle under all road
conditions. Your complete attention is always required while driving to maintain safe
control of your vehicle. Failure to follow these warnings can result in a collision and
death or serious personal injury.
The ACC system:
•Doesnotreacttopedestrians,oncomingvehicles,andstationaryobjects(e.g.,
astoppedvehicleinatrafficjamoradisabledvehicle).
•Cannottakestreet,traffic,andweatherconditionsintoaccount,andmaybelimited
upon adverse sight distance conditions.
•Doesnotalwaysfullyrecognizecomplexdrivingconditions,whichcanresultin
wrong or missing distance warnings.
•Willbringthevehicletoacompletestopwhilefollowingatargetvehicleandhold
the vehicle for 2 seconds in the stop position. If the target vehicle does not start
moving within two seconds the ACC system will display a message that the system
will release the brakes and that the brakes must be applied manually. An audible
chime will sound when the brakes are released.
Yo u s h o u l d s w i t c h o f f t h e A C C s y s t e m :
•Whendrivinginfog,heavyrain,heavysnow,sleet,heavytraffic,andcomplex
driving situations (i.e., in highway construction zones).
•Whenenteringaturnlaneorhighwayofframp;whendrivingonroadsthatare
winding, icy, snow-covered, slippery, or have steep uphill or downhill slopes.
•Whentowingatrailerupordownsteepslopes.
•Whencircumstancesdonotallowsafedrivingataconstantspeed.
The Cruise Control system has two control modes:
•AdaptiveCruiseControlmodeformaintaininganappropriatedistancebetween
vehicles.
•Normal(fixedspeed)electronicspeedcontrolmodeforcruisingataconstant
preset speed. For additional information, refer to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise
Control Mode” in this section.
Normal (fixed speed) electronic speed control will not react to preceding vehicles.
Always be aware of the mode selected.
Yo u c a n c h a n g e t h e m o d e b y u s i n g t h e C r u i s e C o n t r o l b u t t o n s . T h e t w o c o n t r o l m o d e s
function differently. Always confirm which mode is selected.
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•Thetransmissionwillautomaticallydownshiftasthevehicleslows(topreventengine
lugging) and will display the current gear.
•Thetransmissionwillautomaticallydownshifttofirstgearwhencomingtoastop.After
astop,thedrivershouldmanuallyupshift(+)thetransmissionasthevehicleis
accelerated.
•Youcanstartout,fromastop,infirstorsecondgear.Tapping(+)(atastop)willallow
starting in second gear. Starting out in second gear can be helpful in snowy or icy
conditions.
•Ifarequesteddownshiftwouldcausetheenginetoover-speed,thatshiftwillnotoccur.
•Thesystemwillignoreattemptstoupshiftattoolowofavehiclespeed.
•Holdingthe(-)paddledepressed(ifequipped),orholdingtheshiftleverinthe(-)
position, will downshift the transmission to the lowest gear possible at the current
speed.
•TransmissionshiftingwillbemorenoticeablewhenAutoStickisengaged.
•Thesystemmayreverttoautomaticshiftmodeifafaultoroverheatconditionis
detected.
To d i s e n g a g e A u t o S t i c k m o d e , r e t u r n t h e s h i f t l e v e r t o t h e D R I V E p o s i t i o n , o r p r e s s a n d
hold the (+) shift paddle (if equipped, and the shift lever is already in DRIVE) until “D” is
once again indicated in the instrument cluster. You can shift in or out of the AutoStick
mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels
could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury.
SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCE CONTROL
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a S p o r t M o d e f e a t u r e . T h i s m o d e i s a c o n f i g u r a t i o n s e t u p
for typical enthusiast driving. The engine, transmission (when equipped with automatic
transmission), and steering systems are all set to their SPORT settings. Sport Mode will
provide improved throttle response and modified shifting for an enhanced driving
experience, as well the greatest amount of steering feel. This mode may be activated and
deactivated by pressing the Sport button on the instrument panel switch bank.
For vehicles equipped with Drive Modes, refer to “Performance Control — If Equipped”
within “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” chapter on your
DVD or in the “Drive Mode Supplement” within your Owners information kit for further
information.
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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS
Uconnect® 5.0 Manual Climate Controls
1—MAXA/CButton2—A/CButton3—AirRecirculationButton4—FrontDefrosterButton5—RearDefrosterButton6—ModeControlButton
7—ClimateControlButton8—OFFButton9—SyncButton10 — Temperature Control Button11 — Blower Control Button
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SYNC Temperature Button
•Pressthe“SYNC”buttononcetocontroldriverandpassengertemperaturessimulta-
neously.
•Pressthe“SYNC”buttonasecondtimetocontrolthetemperaturesindividually.
Air Recirculation
•UseRecirculationformaximumA/Coperation.
•Forwindowdefogging,turntheRecirculationbuttonoff.
•Recirculationisallowedinfloormodeanddefrost/floor(mixmode)forapproximately
five minutes.
Heated Mirrors
The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on
the rear window defroster.
Manual Climate Control Knobs
1—FRONTDefrosterButton2—DriverTemperatureUp3—BlowerControlKnob4—PassengerTemperatureUp5—A/CButton
6—AirRecirculationButton7—PassengerTemperatureDown8—OffButton9—DriverTemperatureDown10 — REAR Window Defroster Button
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Automatic Operation
The climate system will automatically adjust settings to achieve and maintain comfort.
•PresstheAUTObutton.
•SelectthedesiredtemperaturebypushingtheTemperatureControlsforthedriver
and/or passenger.
Air Conditioning (A/C)
If the air conditioning button is pressed while in AUTO mode, the system will exit AUTO
mode and stay in A/C. The mode and blower will be set at the closest mode and blower
position that the system was operating in AUTO.
MAX A/C
MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling performance.
•PressandreleasetotogglebetweenMAXA/Candthepriorsettings.Thebuttononthe
touchscreen illuminates when MAX A/C is ON.
Automatic Climate Control Knobs
1—FRONTDefrosterButton2—DriverTemperatureUp3—BlowerControlKnob4—PassengerTemperatureUp5—A/CButton6—AirRecirculationButton
7—PassengerTemperatureDown8—OffButton9—AUTOButton10 — Driver Temperature Down11 — REAR Window Defroster Button
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