2021 DODGE CHARGER automatic transmission

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The following describes each feature and its
operation:
HOME

Performance Pages — Home

When Home is selected, a series of widgets
(gauges) can be customized by the user. Follow
these steps to change a widget. Either press
directly on the widget you want to change, or:

1. Press the Settings button (gear icon) on the touchscreen to access the main menu for the
widgets.
2. Select one of the following options from the
menu:
Set Widget: Top Left
Set Widget: Top Right
Set Widget: Bottom Left
Set Widget: Bottom Right
3. After selecting a widget location, select the gauge to display:
Gauge: Oil Temp
Gauge: Oil Pressure
Gauge: Coolant Temp
Gauge: Battery Voltage
Gauge: Trans Temp — If Equipped with an
Automatic Transmission
Gauge: Boost Pressure — If Equipped
Gauge: Air/Fuel Ratio — If Equipped
Gauge: I/C Coolant Temp — If Equipped
Gauge: Intake Air Temp
Gauge: Engine Torque
Gauge: Engine Power
Gauge: G-Force
Gauge: Steering Angle
Gauge: Current Gear
Gauge: Current Speed
Timer: 0–60 mph (0–100 km/h)
Timer: 0–100 mph (0–160 km/h)
Timer: 60 ft (20 m)
Timer: 330 ft (100 m)
Timer: 1/8 Mile (200 m)
Timer: 1000 ft (300 m)
Timer: 1/4 Mile (400 m)
Timer: Braking Distance
Timer: Reaction Time

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GAUGES

Performance Pages — Gauges

When selected, this screen displays the following
values:
Oil Temperature
Shows the actual oil temperature.
Oil Pressure
Shows the actual oil pressure.
Coolant Temperature
Shows the actual coolant temperature.
Battery Voltage
Shows actual battery voltage.
Trans Oil Temp — If Equipped with an Automatic
Transmission
Shows actual transmission oil temperature.
Boost Pressure — If Equipped
Shows actual boost pressure.
Air Fuel Ratio — If Equipped
Shows current air fuel ratio.
I/C Coolant Temp — If Equipped
Shows actual I/C Coolant temperature.
Intake Air Temp
Shows actual air intake temperature.
If a gauge is selected, the Gauge Detail View page
will appear on the screen. This page shows gauge
values for the previous two minutes on the
selected gauge. Pressing the Left or Right Arrow will cycle through
the details for each of the gauges. Pressing the
minimize button above the graph will return to the
Gauge menu.

Gauge Detail View Page

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Boost Pressure (6.2L Only) — If Equipped
Shows the actual boost pressure.
Gear (Automatic Transmission Only)
Shows the current (or pending) operating gear
of the vehicle.
DYNAMOMETER (DYNO)

Performance Pages — Dyno

The system will start drawing graphs for Power and
Torque (top chart) and Engine Speed (bottom
chart). The graph will fill to the right side of the
page (based on History time selected). Once the
right side of the page is reached, the graph will
scroll with the right side always being the most
recent recorded sample. The following options can be selected:
Pressing the STOP button will freeze the graph.
Selecting Play will clear the graph and restart
the process over.
Press the + or – buttons to change the history of
the graph. The selectable options are “30”,
“60”, “90”, or “120” seconds. The graph will
expand or constrict depending on the setting
selected.
Select the “Gear” display setting to turn the
graph gear markers on and off for automatic
transmission vehicles only.
NOTE:
The Gear On/Off feature will only display if your
vehicle is equipped with an Automatic Transmission.

DODGE DRIVE MODES — IF EQUIPPED
PERFORMANCE CONTROL —
I
F EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Performance
Control feature which allows for coordinating
the operation of various vehicle systems
depending upon the type of driving behavior desired. The Performance Control feature is
controlled through the Uconnect system and may
be accessed by performing any of the following:
Pushing the Super Track Pack button on the
instrument panel switch bank.
Selecting “Performance Control” from the
“Apps” menu.
Selecting “Performance Control” from within the
Performance Pages menu.
You will be able to enable, disable, and customize
the functionality of the Launch Control and
Performance Control Set-Up features within
Performance Control.
Descriptions of these features are provided below.
To access information about the functionality of
these features through the Uconnect system,
press the Info button on the touchscreen.
NOTE:Dodge vehicles equipped with a 6.4L engine,
except for R/T Scat Pack 1320 6.4L non-widebody
vehicles, will use SRT Drive Modes rather than the
Dodge Performance Control Pages. Please refer to
the following sections for further information on
the SRT Drive Modes.

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ENGINE/TRANS (IF EQUIPPED WITH
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)

Engine/Trans

SPORT
Press the Sport button on the touchscreen for
improved throttle response and modified
shifting for an enhanced driving experience.
NORMAL
Press the Normal button on the touchscreen for
a balance of throttle response, shift comfort and
economy for normal driving.
PADDLE SHIFTERS — IF EQUIPPED WITH
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Paddle – Automatic Transmission

ON
Press the On button on the touchscreen to
enable steering wheel paddle shifters.
OFF
Press the Off button on the touchscreen to
disable steering wheel paddle shifters.
TRACTION

Traction Control

SPORT
Press the Sport button on the touchscreen to
turn off traction control and reduce stability
control.
NORMAL
Press the Normal button on the touchscreen to
provide full traction control and full stability
control.

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SAFETY207
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Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact, if the communication
network remains intact, and the power remains
intact, depending on the nature of the event, the
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) will determine
whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response
System perform the following functions:
Cut off fuel to the engine (if equipped).
Cut off battery power to the electric motor
(if equipped).
Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has
power.
Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as
long as the battery has power or for 15 minutes
from the intervention of the Enhanced Accident
Response System.
Unlock the power door locks.
Your vehicle may also be designed to perform any
of these other functions in response to the
Enhanced Accident Response System:
Turn off the Fuel Filter Heater, Turn off the HVAC
Blower Motor, Close the HVAC Circulation Door
Cut off battery power to the:
Engine
Electric Motor (if equipped)
Electric power steering
Brake booster
Electric park brake
Automatic transmission gear selector
Horn
Front wiper
Headlamp washer pump
NOTE:
After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition to
the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the key
from the ignition switch to avoid draining the battery.
Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the
engine compartment and on the ground near the
engine compartment and fuel tank before resetting
the system and starting the engine. If there are no
fuel leaks or damage to the vehicle electrical devices
(e.g. headlights) after an accident, reset the system
by following the procedure described below. If you
have any doubt, contact an authorized dealer.

Enhanced Accident Response System
Reset Procedure

In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response
System functions after an event, the ignition switch
must be changed from ignition START or ON/RUN to
ignition OFF. Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in
the engine compartment and on the ground near the
engine compartment and fuel tank before resetting the
system and starting the engine. After an accident, if the vehicle will not start after
performing the reset procedure, the vehicle must be
towed to an authorized dealer to be inspected and to
have the Enhanced Accident Response System reset.

Maintaining Your Air Bag System
WARNING!
Modifications to any part of the air bag system
could cause it to fail when you need it. You
could be injured if the air bag system is not
there to protect you. Do not modify the compo
-
nents or wiring, including adding any kind of
badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub
trim cover or the upper passenger side of the
instrument panel. Do not modify the front
fascia/bumper, vehicle body structure, or add
aftermarket side steps or running boards.
It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the
air bag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone
who works on your vehicle that it has an air
bag system.
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236IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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 instructions and
precautions.
PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP START
The battery is stored under an access cover in the
trunk. Remote battery posts are located on the
right side of the engine compartment for jump
starting.

Jump Starting Locations

NOTE:The remote battery posts are viewed by standing
on the right side of the vehicle looking over the
fender. The positive battery post may be covered
with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain
access to the positive battery post. Do not jump off
fuses. Only jump directly off positive post which
has a positive (+) symbol on or around the post.
See below steps to prepare for jump starting:

1. Apply the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and place the ignition
in the OFF position.

2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all electrical accessories.
3. Pull upward and remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post.
4. If using another vehicle to jump start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper
cables reach, apply the parking brake, and
make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is
frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause
personal injury.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or
any other booster source with a system voltage
greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery,
starter motor, alternator or electrical system may
occur.
Remote Positive (+) Post
Remote Negative (-) Post

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242IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE

If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow,
it can often be moved using a rocking motion.
Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the
area around the front wheels. For vehicles with
automatic transmission, push and hold the lock
button on the gear selector. Then shift back and
forth between DRIVE and REVERSE (with automatic
transmission) or FIRST gear and REVERSE (with
manual transmission), while gently pressing the
accelerator. Use the least amount of accelerator
pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking motion,
without spinning the wheels or racing the engine.

NOTE:
For vehicles with automatic transmission: Shifts
between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be achieved
at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less.
Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for
more than two seconds, you must press the brake
pedal to engage DRIVE or REVERSE.

Push the ESC OFF button to place the Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system in “Partial OFF”
mode, before rocking the vehicle Ú page 182.
Once the vehicle has been freed, push the ESC OFF
button again to restore “ESC On” mode.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may
lead to transmission overheating and failure.
Allow the engine to idle with the transmission
in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every
five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize
overheating and reduce the risk of clutch or
transmission failure during prolonged efforts to
free a stuck vehicle.
WARNING!

Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces
generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause
damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires.
A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not
spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph
(48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds
continuously without stopping when you are stuck
and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no
matter what the speed.

CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may
lead to transmission overheating and failure.
Allow the engine to idle with the transmission
in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every
five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize
overheating and reduce the risk of transmis -
sion failure during prolonged efforts to free a
stuck vehicle.
When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting
between DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or
drivetrain damage may result.

Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too
fast may lead to transmission overheating and
failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin
the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in
gear (no transmission shifting occurring).

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE259
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic
converter will not require maintenance. However, it
is important to keep the engine properly tuned to
ensure proper catalyst operation and prevent
possible catalyst damage.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being
assessed against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer's
specifications, should be obtained immediately.

To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter
damage:
Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the igni-
tion when the transmission is in gear and the
vehicle is in motion.
Do not try to start the engine by pushing or
towing the vehicle.
Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diag
-
nostic testing, or for prolonged periods during
very rough idle or malfunctioning operating
conditions.
NOTE:The vehicle exhaust system may be equipped with
an Electronic Exhaust Valve (EEV) system, if the
exhaust system is replaced with aftermarket
products a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will
illuminate.
COOLING SYSTEM CAUTION!
The catalytic converter requires the use of
unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will
destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an
emissions control device and may seriously
reduce engine performance and cause
serious damage to the engine.

Damage to the catalytic converter can result if
your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condi -
tion. In the event of engine malfunction, particu-
larly involving engine misfire or other apparent
loss of performance, have your vehicle serviced
promptly. Continued operation of your vehicle with
a severe malfunction could cause the converter to
overheat, resulting in possible damage to the
converter and vehicle.

WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot
engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your
radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from
under the hood, do not open the hood until the
radiator has had time to cool. Never open a
cooling system pressure cap when the radi -
ator or coolant bottle is hot.
Keep hands, tools, clothing, and jewelry away
from the radiator cooling fan when the hood is
raised. The fan starts automatically and may
start at any time, whether the engine is
running or not.
When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the igni -
tion to the OFF mode. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time the igni -
tion is in the ON mode.
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