2016 DODGE CHARGER traction control

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, the following traction de-
vices are recommended:
– Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models
– Original equipment P215/65R17, P225/ 60R18, or P235/55R18 tire with a Security Chain Company
(SCC) Super Z6 low profile traction device or
equivalent.
– All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
– Original equipment P235/55R19, 235/55R19 tirewith a S Class traction device or equivalent.
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!
Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are
used.
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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 vehicle 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 characteristics 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 performance.
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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 vehicle tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and Arepresent 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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DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .430
E-85 Fuel .............................. .488
Electrical Power Outlets .....................245
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................254
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................121
Electronic Brake Control System ...............437
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................438
Electronic Roll Mitigation .................449
Traction Control System ...................444
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ......591
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control). .176, 177, 180
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............444
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........275
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................47
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................539 Jacking
.............................. .516
Jump Starting ..................... .535, 537
Overheating .......................... .513
Towing ............................. .544
Emergency Trunk Release ....................47
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........555
Engine ................................ .553
Air Cleaner .......................... .563
Block Heater ......................... .414
Break-In Recommendations .................99
Checking Oil Level ..................... .559
Compartment ...................... .552, 553
Compartment Identification ................552
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...........573, 613, 614, 615
Cooling ............................. .573
Exhaust Gas Caution .................100, 488
Fails To Start ......................... .413
Flooded, Starting ...................... .413
Fuel Requirements ..................... .483
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Security Alarm........................ .271
Service .......................... .606, 608
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .........283, 477
Traction Control ....................... .448
Turn Signal ..................103, 159, 160, 291
Vanity Mirror ......................... .122
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .272, 291
Loading Vehicle ...................... .495, 497
Capacities ........................... .497
Tires ............................... .457
Load Leveling System ..................... .255
Locks ..................................30
Automatic Door .........................33
Auto Unlock ...........................33
Child Protection .........................34
Door .................................30
Power Door ............................32
Low Tire Pressure System ...................477
Lubrication, Body ........................ .569Lug Nuts
.............................. .514
Maintenance Free Battery ....................563
Maintenance Procedures ....................558
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .618
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .279, 555
Manual, Service ......................... .632
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................579
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............148
Memory Seat ........................... .148
Memory Seats And Radio ...................148
Methanol .............................. .485
Mirrors ................................112
Electric Powered ....................... .121
Electric Remote ........................ .121
Exterior Folding ....................... .120
Heated .............................. .122
Outside ..............................119
Rearview ..........................112,113
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Disabled Vehicle....................... .544
Guide .............................. .501
Recreational .......................... .509
Weight .............................. .501
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........509
Traction ............................... .429
Traction Control ......................... .444
Trailer Towing .......................... .497
Cooling System Tips .....................508
Hitches ............................. .500
Minimum Requirements ..................503
Tips................................ .507
Trailer And Tongue Weight ................502
Wiring .............................. .506
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .501
Trailer Weight ........................... .501
Transfer Case ........................... .583
Fluid ........................ .583, 613, 616
Maintenance .......................... .583Transmission
Automatic ..................... .415, 417, 581
Fluid ........................ .581, 613, 616
Maintenance .......................... .581
Shifting ............................. .415
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .24
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .24
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........21
Transporting Pets ..........................98
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .472
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .....................45, 47
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................47
Trunk Release Remote Control .................45
Turn Signals ......................... .160, 291
UCI Connector .......................... .361
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features ...........337
Operation ............................ .360
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