2015 DODGE DART traction control

WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
•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.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•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
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•Install on Front Tires
•Due to limited clearance,
•For a 205/55R16 the 12 mm Diamond Tire Chain with
Ratchet Tensioning Device fromtirechain.com is rec-
ommended.
•For a 225/45R17 either the Peerless Auto-Trac or Thule
CG-9 snow chain is recommended.
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.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
•Because of restricted traction device clearance be-
tween tires and other suspension components, it is
important that only traction devices in good condi-
tion are used. Broken devices can cause serious
damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise
occurs that could indicate device breakage. Remove
the damaged parts of the device before further use.
•Install device as tightly as possible and then re-
tighten after driving about½mile (0.8 km).
•Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
•Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
•Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pave-
ment.
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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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Electrical Power Outlets.....................287
Electric Rear Window Defrost.................298
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................124
Electronic Brake Control System...............452
Brake Assist System.....................455
Electronic Stability Program................461
Traction Control System...................456
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..............456
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........253
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).............461
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......271
Emergency Brake.........................448
Emergency Deck Lid Release..................48
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck................555
Hazard Warning Flasher..................527
Jacking...............................539
Jump Starting..........................551
Overheating...........................527
Towing..............................559
Emergency Trunk Release....................48
Emission Control System Maintenance..........569
Engine.................................566
Air Cleaner...........................575
Block Heater..........................416
Break-In Recommendations................109
Checking Oil Level......................572
Compartment..........................565
Cooling..............................585
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................111
Fuel Requirements......................500
Jump Starting..........................551
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..572
Oil Filler Cap..........................566
Oil Selection...........................573
Overheating...........................527
Temperature Gauge......................310
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............8310
INDEX 645

Passing..............................243
Reading..............................243
Seat Belt Reminder......................312
Security Alarm.........................315
Service...............................611
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .318
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............308
Traction Control........................464
Turn Signal............................114
Vanity Mirror..........................125
Voltage..............................317
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)......308
Loading Vehicle..........................508
Capacities............................509
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..471
Locks..................................34
Automatic Door.........................36
Auto Unlock...........................36
Child Protection.........................37
Door.................................34
Power Door............................35
Lubrication, Body.........................580
Lug Nuts...............................528
Maintenance Free Battery....................576
Maintenance Procedures....................571
Maintenance Schedule......................622
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......318
Manual, Service..........................636
Manual Transmission......................417
Fluid Level Check.......................595
Frequency of Fluid Change................595
Lubricant Selection......................595
Shift Speeds...........................418
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................591
Methanol...............................501
Mini-Trip Computer.......................326
Mirrors................................12110
INDEX 651

Life of Tires...........................486
Load Capacity.........................471
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)............491
Pressure Warning Light...................308
Quality Grading........................637
Radial...............................479
Replacement...........................487
Rotation..............................490
Safety...............................465
Sizes................................466
Snow Tires............................481
Spare Tire.............................540
Spinning.............................485
Tread Wear Indicators....................485
Tire Safety Information.....................465
Tire Service Kit...........................530
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................515
To Open Hood...........................234
Towing................................510
24-Hour Towing Assistance................150
Disabled Vehicle........................559
Guide...............................514
Recreational...........................523
Weight...............................514
Towing Assistance.........................150
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........523
Traction................................445
Traction Control..........................456
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..................457
Trailer Towing...........................510
Cooling System Tips.....................522
Hitches..............................513
Minimum Requirements..................516
Trailer and Tongue Weight.................515
Wiring...............................520
Trailer Towing Guide.......................514
Trailer Weight............................514
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