2023 DODGE HORNET Power button

36GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
FOLDING MIRRORS
The exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to pivot
forward or rearward to help avoid damage. The mirror has
two detent positions: normal and full rearward.

Folding Mirror
Folding Mirror Positions

HEATED MIRRORS — IF EQUIPPED
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
This feature will be activated whenever you
turn on the rear window defroster (if equipped)
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UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED

HomeLink® Buttons On Sun Visor

Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.
 HomeLink® replaces up to three
hand-held transmitters that operate
devices such as garage door
openers, motorized gates, lighting,
or home security systems. The
HomeLink® unit is powered by your
vehicle’s 12 Volt battery. 
The HomeLink® buttons that are located in the over -
head console or sun visor designate the three different
HomeLink® channels.
 To operate HomeLink®, push and release any of the
programmed HomeLink® buttons. These buttons will
activate the devices they are programmed to with each
press of the corresponding HomeLink® button.
 The HomeLink® indicator light is located above the
center button.
NOTE:HomeLink® is disabled when the Vehicle Security system
is active Úpage 275.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN PROGRAMMING
H
OMELINK®
For efficient programming and accurate transmission of
the Radio Frequency (RF) signal, it is recommended that a
new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the
device that is being programmed to the HomeLink®
system. Make sure your hand-held transmitter is
programmed to activate the device you are trying to
program your HomeLink® button to.
Ensure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage
before you begin programming.
It is recommended that you erase all the channels of your
HomeLink® before you use it for the first time.
1 — Full Rearward Position
2 — Normal Driving Position

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52GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
By using a USB cable to connect an external device:
The device can be played on the vehicle’s sound
system, providing the artist, track title, and album infor -
mation on the radio display.
NOTE:Depending on track configuration, track information may
not be present on the radio display.
 The device can be controlled using the radio buttons to
play, and browse the contents of the device.
 The audio device battery charges when plugged into
the USB port.
The second row USB ports can be used to charge an
external device. These ports are charge only.

Charge Only Rear USB Ports

Both the front and rear USB C port have the ability for fast
charging. They are Power Delivery 3.0 and can provide
charging up to 40W.
NOTE:Charge unsupported devices with the Charge Only USB
ports. If an unsupported device is plugged into a Media
USB port, a message will display on the touchscreen that
the device is not supported by the system.
POWER OUTLETS — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp)
power outlets that can be used to power cellular phones,
small electronics and other low powered electrical
accessories.
The Instrument Panel Power Outlet is located in the
storage compartment under the climate control buttons. It
will only operate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN
position.

Power Outlet
NOTE:

Do not connect devices, with a power rating higher than
180 W, to the outlet. Do not use power adapters that
do not fit the outlet as this may damage it.
 All accessories connected to the battery powered
outlets should be removed or turned off when the
vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against
discharge.
If equipped, a power outlet is located in the rear cargo
area.

Rear Cargo Area Power Outlet — If Equipped

NOTE:
The rear cargo area power outlet can be switched from
ignition powered to battery powered. See an authorized
dealer for details.
1 — Type C USB Port
2 — Type A USB Port

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OPENING AND CLOSING THE SUNROOF
The sunroof has two programmed automatic stops for the
sunroof open position: a comfort stop position and a full
open position. The comfort stop position has been
optimized to minimize wind buffeting.
Express Open/Close
Push the switch rearward and release it within one-half
second and the sunroof will open automatically from any
position. The sunroof will open fully and stop
automatically.
Push the switch forward and release it within one-half
second and the sunroof will close automatically from any
position. The sunroof will close fully and stop
automatically.
During Express Open or Express Close operation, any
other movement of the sunroof switch will stop the
sunroof.
Manual Open/Close
To open the sunroof, push and hold the switch in the
rearward position.
To close the sunroof, push and hold the switch in the
forward position.
Any release of the switch during open or close operation
will stop the sunroof movement. The sunroof will remain in
a partially opened position until the switch is operated and
held again.
NOTE:If the sunshade is in the closed position when Express or
Manual Open operation is initiated the sunshade will auto -
matically open prior to the sunroof opening.
Venting The Sunroof
Push and release the Vent button within one-half second
and the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is
called Express Vent, and it will occur regardless of sunroof
position. During Express Vent operation, any movement of
the switch will stop the sunroof.
NOTE:If the sunshade is in the closed position when the vent
switch is pushed, the sunshade will automatically open
prior to the sunroof opening to the Vent position.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE POWER
S
UNSHADE
If the sunroof is open or vented, the sunshade cannot be
closed beyond the half open position. Pushing the
sunshade close switch when the sunroof is open/vented
and the sunshade is at half open position will first
automatically close the sunroof prior to the sunshade
closing. Express Open/Close
Push the sunshade switch rearward and release it within
one-half second, the sunshade will open automatically.
Push the sunshade switch forward and release it within
one-half second and the sunshade will close
automatically.
During Express Open or Express Close operation, any
other actuation of the sunroof switches will stop the
sunshade in a partially open position.
Manual Open/Close
Push and hold the sunshade switch rearward, the
sunshade will open.
Push and hold the switch forward and the sunshade will
close and stop at full closed position.
Releasing the switch while the sunshade is in motion will
stop the sunshade in a partially open position.PINCH PROTECT FEATURE
The sunroof has an anti-pinch safety system capable of
detecting the presence of an obstacle during the closing
movement. If an obstacle is detected, the system
intervenes and the movement of the sunroof is
immediately reversed.
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CLOSING THE HOOD
To close the hood, pull downward in a continuous motion
until the crossover point, where the gas props no longer
hold the hood open, has been reached.
NOTE:Make sure the hood is completely closed and not only
fastened by the locking device by trying to open it. If it is
not perfectly closed, do not try to press the hood down, but
open it and repeat the procedure.
LIFTGATE
UNLOCK/OPEN THE LIFTGATE
The liftgate may be released in one of several ways:
Key fob liftgate button (if equipped with power liftgate)
 Liftgate electronic release button
 Liftgate button on headlight switch (if equipped)
 Hands-Free Liftgate (if equipped)

Headlight Switch Liftgate Button

The key fob will release the liftgate when the liftgate is
unlocked or locked. The electronic release button requires
the liftgate to be unlocked.

Liftgate Entry

To Unlock The Liftgate
Use the key fob or the interior door unlock button on the
door panel to unlock the liftgate.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 inches (30 cm)
and drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully
closed for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless hood
is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
1 — Passive Entry Lock Button
2 — Liftgate Electronic Release Button
WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous
exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your
passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the
liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle.
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60GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
LOCK/CLOSE THE LIFTGATE
There are several different ways to close the liftgate:
Manually (grab the liftgate closing handle and pull in a
downward motion)
 Key fob
 Hands-free (if equipped)
 Liftgate close or lock button (if equipped) on the liftgate
door (only visible when the liftgate is open)
NOTE:Before closing the liftgate, make sure to be in possession
of the key fob because the liftgate may be locked.

Liftgate Buttons (If Equipped)

To Lock The Liftgate
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
liftgate, pushing the Passive Entry button located to the
left of the electronic liftgate release button, will lock the
vehicle only.
Use the key fob or the interior door lock button on the door
panel to lock the liftgate. The manual door locks on the
doors will not lock the liftgate.

Liftgate Entry

POWER LIFTGATE — IF EQUIPPED
The power liftgate may be opened by pushing
the liftgate button on the key fob. Push the
liftgate button on the key fob twice within
five seconds to open or close the power liftgate.
You can also open the liftgate by pushing the electronic
liftgate release handle
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When you push the liftgate button on the key fob or press
the electronic liftgate release handle:
 When the liftgate is fully closed, the liftgate will open.
 When the liftgate is fully open, the liftgate will close.
 When the liftgate is moving, the liftgate will reverse.
If the liftgate is fully open, the liftgate can be closed by
pushing the liftgate button located on the base of the
liftgate. If the liftgate is in motion, pushing the button
again will reverse the liftgate.
When the liftgate button on the key fob is pushed two
times, the turn signals will flash twice to signal that the
liftgate is opening or closing, and an audible chime can be
heard (if enabled in the Uconnect Settings
Úpage 130).
The key fob and the overhead console switch will open the
liftgate when the liftgate is locked. The outside handle
requires the liftgate to be unlocked. If the vehicle is
equipped with Passive Entry, and a valid Passive Entry key
fob is within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the liftgate, pulling the outside
handle will unlock and open the liftgate.
1 — Liftgate Close Button
2 — Liftgate Lock Button1 — Passive Entry Lock Button
2 — Liftgate Electronic Release Button

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NOTE:
Before closing the liftgate, make sure to be in posses -
sion of the key fob because the liftgate may be locked.
 Use the interior door lock/unlock button on the door
panel or the key fob to lock and unlock the liftgate. The
manual door locks on the doors and the exterior door
lock cylinder will not lock and unlock the liftgate.
 The liftgate will either unlock along with the vehicle
doors, or it will need to be unlocked by pushing the
electronic liftgate release, depending on the selected
setting in the Uconnect system
Úpage 130.

 The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the vehicle
is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h).

 The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures
below −22°F (−30°C) or temperatures above 150°F
(65°C). Be sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice
from the liftgate before pushing any of the power lift -
gate switches.
 If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is
closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically
reverse to the closed or open position. After multiple
obstructions in the same cycle, the liftgate will auto -
matically stop and must be opened or closed manually.
 There are pinch sensors attached to the side of the lift -
gate. Light pressure anywhere along these strips will
cause the liftgate to return to the open position.
 The power liftgate must be in the full open position in
order for the rear liftgate close button, on the located
on the base of the liftgate, to operate. If the liftgate is
not fully open, push the liftgate button on the key fob to
fully open the liftgate and then push it again to close. 
If the electronic liftgate release handle is pushed a
second time while the power liftgate is opening, the
liftgate motor will disengage to allow manual operation.
 If your liftgate is power closing and you put the vehicle
in gear, the liftgate will continue to power close.
However, vehicle movement may result in the detec -
tion of an obstruction.
 Allow the power system to open the liftgate. Manually
pushing or pulling the liftgate may activate the liftgate
obstacle detection feature and stop the power opera -
tion or reverse its direction.
ADJUSTABLE POWER LIFTGATE HEIGHT
The maximum height that the liftgate will open can be
adjusted and saved so that the liftgate will only open to the
desired height. To set a desired height, proceed as follows:

1. Open the liftgate fully, then manually pull down on the liftgate to the desired height.

2. Push and hold the liftgate close button or the lock button, which are both located on the bottom of
the liftgate, for three seconds. The turn signals will
flash three times to indicate successful activation.
The liftgate is now programmed to open to the set
position.
To set the saved height setting to one of four preset
positions, select the desired setting in Uconnect Settings
Úpage 130.
Power Liftgate Malfunction Procedure:

1. In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, the liftgate can be released by accessing the service
release feature in the latch. This can be done using
a 3 mm diameter screwdriver.

2. From inside the gate, an eyelet can be seen. Place the screwdriver in the eyelet.
3. Rotate the screwdriver handle to actuate the lever and release the latch.
4. If liftgate is left open for an extended period of time, the liftgate may need to be closed manually to reset
power liftgate functionality.
WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous
exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your
passengers could be injured by these fumes.
Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating
the vehicle.
 If you are required to drive with the liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
Do not use the recirculation mode.
 During power operation, personal injury or cargo
damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path is
clear. Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched
before driving away.
 Personal injury or cargo damage may occur if caught
in the path of the liftgate. Make sure the liftgate path
is clear before activating the liftgate.
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72GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution
(EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning
Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate
repair to the ABS system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by
turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the
ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for
approximately two seconds. The light should then turn off
unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is
detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light
inspected by an authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:This light shows only that the parking brake is applied.
It does not show the degree of brake application.
Battery Charge Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
battery is not charging properly. If it stays on
while the engine is running, there may be a
malfunction with the charging system.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the electrical
system or a related component.
Door Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when a door is
ajar/open and not fully closed.
NOTE:If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single chime.
Drowsy Driver Detected Warning Light —
If Equipped
Driver drowsiness detection helps to avoid
crashes caused by fatigue by advising drivers
to take a break in time. Once Drowsy Driver is
detected, A pop-up will display continuously
until the driver presses the Thumbwheel button to clear.
Once the pop-up message is cleared, it is stored until the
condition is no longer true.
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault
Warning Light
This warning light will turn on when there's a
fault with the EPS system Úpage 88.
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning
Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate a
problem with the ETC system. If a problem is
detected while the vehicle is running, the light
will either stay on or flash depending on the
nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle
is safely and completely stopped and the transmission is
placed in the PARK position. The light should turn off. If the
light remains on with the vehicle running, your vehicle will
usually be drivable; however, see an authorized dealer for
service as soon as possible.
NOTE:This light may turn on if the accelerator and brake pedals
are pressed at the same time.
If the light continues to flash when the vehicle 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. The light will
come on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN
position and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light
does not come on during starting, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist could pose a
safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be
obtained as soon as possible.

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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.Start the engine with the gear selector in the NEUTRAL or
PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any
driving range.
NORMAL STARTING
Place the ignition switch in the START position and release
when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within
10 seconds, place the ignition switch in the OFF position,
wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”
procedure.
Tip Start Feature
Place the ignition switch in the START position and release
it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will
continue to run, and will automatically disengage itself
when the engine is running. If the engine fails to start,
place the ignition switch in the OFF position, wait 10 to
15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
Automatic Transmission
The gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear.Keyless Enter ’n Go™ Functions — Using The ENGINE
START/STOP Button

1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.

2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the
ENGINE START/STOP button once.
3. The system starts the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically after
10 seconds.
4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, push the ENGINE START/STOP
button again.
WARNING!
When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key fob
from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
 Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the transmission gear selector.
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave
the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter ’n Go™ in the ON/RUN position. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
 Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup may
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following
precautions are not observed:
Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, or
DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed.
 Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop.
 Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is
firmly on the brake pedal.

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