2015 DODGE DART light

-ElectronicThrottleControl(ETC)IndicatorLight
This light informs you of a problem with the system.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the
ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK
position; the light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;
however, see an authorized dealer immediately. If the light is flashing when the engine is
running, immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing.
-AirBagWarningLight
If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle
serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.
Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
•Ifa“gascap”message(shownasCheckFuelCap)appears,tightenthegascapuntil
a“clicking”soundisheard.
•Presstheodometerresetbuttontoturnthemessageoff.
•Ifthemessagecontinuestoappearformorethanthreedaysaftertighteningthegas
cap, see your authorized service center.
Oil Change Indicator
•Yourvehicleisequippedwithanengineoilchangeindicatorsystem.The“OilChange
Due” message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds after a single
chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change
interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal driving style.
•Unlessreset,thismessagewillcontinuetodisplayeachtimeyouturntheignition
switch to the ON/RUN position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if equipped
with Keyless Enter-N-Go™. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the
MENU button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled
maintenance) refer to the following procedure.
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not
start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
3. Cycle the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
104

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHTS
-TurnSignalIndicator
The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is operated.
Atonewillchime,andaEVIC/DIDmessagewillappearifeitherturnsignalisleftonfor
more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
NOTE:
If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.
-HighBeamIndicator
Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
-FrontFogLightIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.
-VehicleSecurityLight
This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm
is arming. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set. The
security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
-ElectronicSpeedControlONIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when the electronic speed control has been activated to the
“ON” position.
-ElectronicSpeedControlSETIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when the cruising speed has been set.
-ElectronicStabilityControl(ESC)OFFIndicatorLight
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
-WindshieldWasherFluidLowIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when the windshield washer fluid is low.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
106

3. Before raising the vehicle, use the wheel bolt wrench to loosen, but not remove, the
wheel bolts on the wheel with the flat tire. Turn the wheel bolts counterclockwise one
turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
4. Place the jack underneath the lift area
that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the
jack screw clockwise to firmly engage
the jack saddle with the lift area of the
sill flange, centering the jack saddle
between the locating notches on the sill
flange.
5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove
the flat tire and install the spare tire.
6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire.
7. Mount the spare tire.
8. Install the wheel bolts with the threaded
end of the wheel bolt toward the wheel.
Lightly tighten the wheel bolts.
9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turn-
ing the jack handle counterclockwise.
10. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push
down on the wrench while at the end of
the handle for increased leverage.
Ti g h t e n t h e w h e e l b o l t s i n a s t a r p a t -
tern until each bolt has been tightened
twice. The correct tightness of each
wheel bolt is 100 ft/lb. (135 N·m). If in
doubt about the correct tightness,
have them checked with a torque
wrench by your authorized dealer or at
aservicestation.
11. Stow the jack, tools and flat tire. Install
the jack with the base facing the front
of the vehicle before tightening down
the fastener.
Front Jacking Location
Rear Jacking Location
Installing Spare Wheel/Tire
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
110

Road Tire Installation
Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers, install two wheel
bolts on the wheel which are on each side of the valve stem. Install the wheel bolts with
the threaded end of the bolt toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the wheel bolts.
3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover
with the valve stem on the wheel. Install
the cover by hand, snapping the cover
over the two wheel bolts. Do not use a
hammer or excessive force to install the
cover.
4. Install the remaining wheel bolts with
the threaded end of the wheel bolt to-
ward the wheel. Lightly tighten the
wheel bolts.
5. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turn-
ing the jack handle counterclockwise.
6. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push
down on the wrench while at the end of
the handle for increased leverage.
Ti g h t e n t h e w h e e l b o l t s i n a s t a r p a t t e r n
until each wheel bolt has been tightened
twice. The correct tightness of each
wheel bolt is 100 ft/lbs (135 N·m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them
checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service station.
7. 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.
Wheel Cover Installation
1—ValveStem 4—WheelCover
2—ValveNotch 5—RoadWheel
3—Wheelbolt
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
111

Vehicles Without Wheel Covers
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. Install the remaining wheel bolts with the threaded end of the wheel bolt toward the
wheel. Lightly tighten the wheel bolts.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
4. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the
handle for increased leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until each bolt
has been tightened twice. The correct tightness of each wheel bolt is 100 ft/lbs
(135 N·m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque
wrench by your authorized dealer or service station.
5. 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.
CAUTION!
•Thewinchmechanismisdesignedforusewiththejack-handleonly.Useofanair
wrench or other power tools is not recommended and they can damage the winch.•Donotattempttoraisethevehiclebyjackingonlocationsotherthanthose
indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.
•Besuretomountthesparetirewiththevalvestemfacingoutward.Thevehicle
could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
112

JUMP-STARTING
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 instruc-
tions and precautions.
Preparations For Jump-Start
The battery in your vehicle is located in the
front of the engine compartment, behind
the left headlight assembly.
NOTE:
The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain access
to the positive battery post.
•Settheparkingbrake,shifttheautomatictransmissionintoPARK(manualtransmis-
sion in NEUTRAL) and turn the ignition to LOCK.
•Turnofftheheater,radio,andallunnecessaryelectricalaccessories.
•Ifusinganothervehicletojump-startthebattery,parkthevehiclewithinthejumper
cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
Jump-Starting Procedure
1. Connect the positive(+)end of the jumper cable to the positive(+)post of the vehicle
with the discharged battery.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper cable to the positive(+)post of the
booster battery.
3. Connect the negative(-)end of the jumper cable to the negative(-)post of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative(-)jumper cable to a good engine ground
(exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and the
fuel injection system.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few
minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Positive Post (Under Cover)
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
120

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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 n a u t o m a t i c o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e o i l c h a n g e
indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.
This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent
short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage
will influence when the “Change Oil” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions
can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since
last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles
(805 km).
Yo u r a u t h o r i z e d d e a l e r w i l l r e s e t t h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r m e s s a g e a f t e r c o m p l e t i n g t h e
scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your
authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under
“Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owners Manual on the DVD for further
information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles
(16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off
road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
• Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Checkengineoillevel.
•Checkwindshieldwasherfluidlevel.
•Checkthetireinflationpressuresandlookforunusualwearordamage.
•Checkthefluidlevelsofthecoolantreservoir,andbrakemastercylinderasneeded.
•Checkfunctionofallinteriorandexteriorlights.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
134

Underhood Fuses
The Power Distribution Center is located on the right side of the engine compartment,
behind the battery. This center contains maxi fuses, mini fuses, relays, and circuit
breakers. The cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds
to the following chart.
Cavity Maxi FuseMini FuseDescription
F01 70 Amp Tan–Body Control Module #1
F02 60 Amp Blue–Body Control Module #2
F03 30 Amp Green–Output For Starter Relay #1
F04 40 Amp Orange–ESC Pump Motor
F05 40 Amp Orange–Tr a n s m i s s i o n C o n t r o l M o d u l e # 1
F06 30 Amp Green–Body Control Module #3
F07 40 Amp Orange–EBL RLY Coil, Blower Motor RLYCoil
F09–5AmpTanRadiator Fan
F10–10 Amp RedORC
F11–20 Amp Yellow Run/Start, Engine Control Module
F14–15 Amp Blue Transmission Control Module #2
F15–15 Amp Blue Transmission Control Module #3
F16–15 Amp Blue Engine Control Module, IgnitionCoils
F17–15 Amp BlueBrake System Module
F18–20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module
F19–10 Amp RedA/C Compressor Clutch
F20–30 Amp GreenRear Defroster (EBL)
F21–20 Amp YellowFuel Pump
F22–10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller
F23–25 Amp ClearBrake System Module
F24–20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module, Fuel Injec-tors
F30–20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet (Console)
F81 60 Amp Blue–Interior PDC Battery Feed, PowerSeats
F82 30 Amp Green–Amplifier
F83 40 Amp Orange–HVAC Blower Motor
F84–20 Amp YellowCigar Lighter
F85–10 Amp Red Sunroof, LRSM, Power Outlet (Con-sole), UCI/AUX Port, Cigar Lighter
F86–20 Amp Yellow–
F87–10 Amp Red Wastegate, Purge Solenoid, OBDVent Valve, Oxygen Sensor Heaters
F88–10 Amp Red Heated Outside Mirrors
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
140