2023 DODGE HORNET engine

The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving w\
hile distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident and personal
injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution whe\
n using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road. Use of any electrical
devices, such as cellular telephones, computers, portable radios, vehicl\
e navigation or other devices, by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead
to a serious accident. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while th\
e vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention
to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your\
vehicle. Some states or provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is
always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared to help you get acquainted with your new Dodge brand vehicle and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions.
Not all features shown in this manual may apply to your vehicle. For add\
itional information, visit mopar.com/om (U.S.), owners.mopar.ca (Canada) or your local Dodge brand
dealer.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far
below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with \
a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a rideshare, a friend, or use public
transportation.
WARNING
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower and your judg\
ment is impaired when you have
been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway \
motor vehicle can expose you to
chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lea\
d, which are known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the
engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash\
your hands frequently
when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.
This Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipme\
nt that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may\
also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered \
on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described i\
n this manual that are not on this vehicle. FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications\
, and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without impos\
ing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall b\
e deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution\
therefore.
This Owner’s Manual is intended to familiarize you with the important features of y\
our vehicle. Your most up-to-date Owner’s Manual, Owner Handbook, Radio Instruction Manual and Warranty Booklet can be found by visiting the website on the back cover.
U.S. Residents: If you are the first registered retail owner of your v\
ehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Warranty Booklet by calling 1-800-423-6343 or by contacting your dealer. Replacement kits can be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com.
Canadian Residents: If you are the first registered retail owner of yo\
ur vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the W arranty Booklet or purchase a replacement kit by calling 1-800-387-1143 or by contacting your dealer.
FCA US LLC reserves the right to modify the terms or discontinue the Roa\
dside Assistance Program at any time. The Roadside Assistance Program i\
s subject to restrictions and conditions of use, that are determined solely by FCA US LLC.
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS A WEEK AT YOUR SERVICE. CALL 1-800-521-2779 OR VISIT CHRYSLER.RSAHELP.COM (USA) CALL 1-800-363-4869 OR VISIT FCA.ROADSIDEAID.COM (CANADA) SERVICES: Flat Tire Service, Out Of Gas/Fuel Delivery, Battery Jump Assistance, Lockout Service and Towing Service
Please see the Customer Assistance chapter in this Owner’s Manual for further information.

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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ......................................................80
Normal Starting ........................................................... 80
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) .......................................... 81
Extended Park Starting............................................... 81
After Starting — Warming Up The Engine .................. 81
If Engine Fails To Start ............................................... 81
Stopping The Engine ................................................... 82
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .......................82
PARK BRAKE ....................................................................... 82 Electric Park Brake (EPB) .......................................... 82
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .............................................85 Ignition Park Interlock................................................. 86
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System ......................................................................... 86
9-Speed Automatic Transmission ............................. 86
ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) ..................................................88
SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED ...........................................88
POWER STEERING ..............................................................88
STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED.............................89 Autostop Mode ............................................................ 89
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Autostop.... 89
To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode............ 90
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System ........... 90
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System............ 90
System Malfunction .................................................... 90 ACTIVE SPEED LIMITER — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 90
Activation...................................................................... 91
Exceeding The Set Speed ........................................... 91
Deactivation ................................................................. 91
INTELLIGENT SPEED ASSIST (ISA) —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................................ 91 Activation...................................................................... 92
Sign Capture Modes .................................................... 92
Exceeding The Set Speed ........................................... 92
Deactivation ................................................................. 92
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS ............................................. 92 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)..................................... 92
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................................ 99 Activation/Deactivation ............................................... 99
Traffic Sign Recognition Modes .................................. 99
Indications On The Display....................................... 100
INTELLIGENT ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL —
IF EQUIPPED ..................................................................... 100 Activation/Deactivation ............................................ 100
ACTIVE DRIVING ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ..................................................................... 101 Operation................................................................... 101
Turning Active Driving Assist On Or Off ................... 102
Indications On The Display....................................... 103
Minimum Risk Maneuver ......................................... 104
System Status ........................................................... 104
System Operation/Limitations................................. 104 PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................................105
ParkSense Sensors ................................................... 105
ParkSense Warning Display...................................... 105ParkSense Display .................................................... 105
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense .......................... 106
Service The ParkSense Park Assist System ............ 106
Cleaning The ParkSense System ............................. 106
ParkSense System Usage Precautions .................... 106
Side Distance Warning (SDW) System..................... 107
PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED......................................................................108 Enabling And Disabling The ParkSense Active
Park Assist System .................................................... 109
Parallel/Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance
Operation ................................................................... 110Exiting The Parking Space ........................................ 112
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED .......................................... 113 LaneSense Operation ............................................... 113Turning LaneSense On Or Off ................................... 114
LaneSense Warning Message .................................. 114
Changing LaneSense Status .................................... 116
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ............................ 116
SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED......................................................................117
REFUELING THE VEHICLE ................................................119
VEHICLE LOADING ...........................................................120 Certification Label ..................................................... 120

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TRAILER TOWING............................................................. 121Common Towing Definitions .................................... 121
Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) .......................... 122Trailer And Tongue Weight ....................................... 123
Towing Requirements .............................................. 123
Towing Tips ............................................................... 125
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME) .... 126 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle .......... 126
Recreational Towing ................................................. 127
DRIVING TIPS ................................................................... 127 Driving On Slippery Surfaces.................................... 127
Driving Through Water ............................................. 128
MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ..................................................... 129
CYBERSECURITY ............................................................. 129
UCONNECT SETTINGS ..................................................... 130Customer Programmable Features ......................... 130
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —
IF EQUIPPED .................................................................... 150 Steering Wheel Rotary Control ................................. 150Controls on Central Tunnel....................................... 151
MY CAR ............................................................................. 151
PERFORMANCE PAGES .................................................. 152 Technical Gauges...................................................... 152Consumption History ................................................ 152Accessory Gauges ..................................................... 153
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES .................. 153 Regulatory And Safety Information .......................... 153
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES .......................................................... 154Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................................ 154
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System .................. 155
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ...................................... 159 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped ................................................................ 159Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
With Mitigation — If Equipped .................................. 162
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............... 165
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ............................... 168 Occupant Restraint Systems Features ................... 168
Important Safety Precautions .................................. 168
Seat Belt Systems .................................................... 169
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS).................. 175
Child Restraints ........................................................ 188
SAFETY TIPS .................................................................... 199 Transporting Passengers ......................................... 199
Transporting Pets .................................................... 199
Connected Vehicles .................................................. 199Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle ............................................................... 200Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle ................................................................ 201Exhaust Gas .............................................................. 202
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ..................................... 202
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ......................................203
SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED.......................................... 203
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING —
IF EQUIPPED

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...............................................................206
Preparations For Jacking ......................................... 206
Jack And Tools Location/Spare Tire Stowage —
If Equipped................................................................. 207
Jacking Instructions ................................................. 208
TIRE INFLATOR KIT — IF EQUIPPED

b
........................211
Description................................................................. 211
Inflation Procedure.................................................... 212
Checking And Restoring Tire Pressure..................... 214
Sealant Cartridge Replacement ............................... 214
JUMP STARTING ...............................................................215 Preparations For Jump Start..................................... 215
Jump Starting Procedure .......................................... 216
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY ........................................... 217
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................................218
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE .......................................... 218
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ........................................... 219
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE.......................................220 Without The Key Fob ................................................. 221
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models ................................. 221
Tow Eye — If Equipped .............................................. 221
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ...............................................................222
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)......................................222

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 223
Maintenance Plan ..................................................... 224
ENGINE COMPARTMENT................................................. 226 2.0L Engine .............................................................. 226Checking Oil Level ..................................................... 227
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................ 227Maintenance-Free Battery........................................ 227Pressure Washing ..................................................... 228
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................. 228 Engine Oil................................................................... 228
Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 228
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................................... 229
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................... 229
Body Lubrication ....................................................... 230Wiper Blades ............................................................ 230
Exhaust System ........................................................ 232
Cooling System.......................................................... 233
Brake System ........................................................... 236
Automatic Transmission —
If Equipped ................................................................ 236
Fuses ......................................................................... 237
Bulb Replacement ................................................... 246
TIRES ................................................................................ 246 Tire Safety Information ............................................ 246
Tires — General Information .................................... 254
Tire Types................................................................... 257
Spare Tires — If Equipped ........................................ 258Snow Traction Devices ............................................ 259
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................ 260 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................................................. 260
Treadwear ................................................................. 260Traction Grades ........................................................ 261Temperature Grades ................................................ 261
STORING THE VEHICLE ................................................... 261
BODYWORK ...................................................................... 262 Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...................... 262Body And Underbody Maintenance ......................... 262
Preserving The Bodywork ......................................... 263
INTERIORS ....................................................................... 263 Seats And Fabric Parts ............................................. 263
Plastic And Coated Parts .......................................... 264Leather Surfaces ...................................................... 264
Glass Surfaces ......................................................... 264
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)..................... 265
BRAKE SYSTEM .............................................................. 265
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .............. 265 Torque Specifications ............................................... 265
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................................................... 266 2.0L Engine ............................................................... 266Reformulated Gasoline ........................................... 266Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ................................... 266E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ..................... 267CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications.................. 267
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese
Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline ................................. 267
Materials Added To Fuel .......................................... 267Fuel System Cautions ............................................... 267 FLUID CAPACITIES ...........................................................268
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................................269
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ..............................269
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE ................................................................. 270 Prepare For The Appointment .................................. 270
Prepare A List ............................................................ 270Be Reasonable With Requests ................................. 270
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE .............................................270 Roadside Assistance ................................................. 271
FCA US LLC Customer Center ................................... 272
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Care .............................. 272
Mexico ........................................................................ 272
Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands............................ 272
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or
Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ..................................... 272
Service Contract ....................................................... 272
WARRANTY INFORMATION.............................................273
MOPAR® PARTS ..............................................................273
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ......................................273 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C........ 273
In Canada................................................................... 273
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS .......................................274
CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP OR ADDRESS.......................274
GENERAL INFORMATION................................................. 275

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INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dodge vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.
This Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is
supplemented by customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC offers to its customers as well as the details of the
terms and conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help
ensure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
This Owner’s Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated in the text. Therefore, you should
only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content introduced throughout the Owner’s Information, which may or
may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”. All data contained in this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible
way. FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For further information, contact an authorized dealer.
When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your Dodge® best, have factory-trained technicians, genuine Mopar® parts, and care about your satisfaction.1

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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating precautions to be
observed when using this component. It is important to follow all warnings when operating
your vehicle. See below for the definition of each symbol
Úpage 71.
NOTE:Warning and Indicator lights are different based upon equipment options and current
vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not appear.Red Warning Lights
Air Bag Warning Light
Úpage 71
Brake Warning Light
Úpage 71
Battery Charge Warning Light
Úpage 72
Door Open Warning Light
Úpage 72
Drowsy Driver Detected Warning Light
Úpage 72
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light
Úpage 72
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
Úpage 72
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Úpage 73
Hood Open Warning Light
Úpage 73
Liftgate Open Warning Light
Úpage 73
Oil Pressure Warning Light
Úpage 73
Oil Temperature Warning Light
Úpage 73
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Úpage 73
Transmission Fault Warning Light
Úpage 73
Red Warning Lights
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Vehicle Security Warning Light
Úpage 73
Yellow Warning Lights
Blind Spot Detection Fault Warning Light
Úpage 74
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
Úpage 74
Drowsy Driver Detected System Fault Warning Light
Úpage 74
Electric Park Brake Warning Light
Úpage 74
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light
Úpage 74
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light
Úpage 74
Red Warning Lights
Fuel Cutoff Warning Light

Úpage 74
Fuel Cutoff Failure Warning Light
Úpage 74
Fuel Level Sensor Failure Warning Light
Úpage 74
Lane Keep Assist Warning Light
Úpage 75
Service Lane Keep Assist Warning Light
Úpage 75
Low Fuel Warning Light
Úpage 75
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator (MIL) Warning Light
Úpage 75
Keyless Enter n’ Go™/Service Passive Entry Warning Light
Úpage 75
Yellow Warning Lights

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14GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
The Panic feature will stay on for three minutes unless you
turn it off by either pushing the Panic button a second time
or driving the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or
greater.
NOTE:
The interior lights will turn off if you place the ignition in
the ON/RUN position while the Panic feature is
activated. However, the exterior lights and horn
(if equipped with horn alarm) will remain on.
 You may need to be closer than 66 ft (20 m) from the
vehicle when using the key fob to turn off the Panic
feature due to the radio frequency noises emitted by
the system.
Key Left Vehicle Feature
If a valid key fob is no longer detected inside the vehicle
while the vehicle’s ignition system is in the ON/RUN or
START position, the message “Key Fob Has Left The
Vehicle” will be shown in the instrument cluster display
and an interior chime will sound. An exterior audible and
visual alert will also be activated to warn the driver.
The vehicle’s horn will rapidly chirp three times along with
a single flash of the vehicle’s exterior lights.
NOTE:
The doors have to be open and then closed in order for
the vehicle to detect a key fob. The Key Left Vehicle
feature will activate when the first door is closed and
no key fob is detected in the vehicle. If the warning has
been activated, and the other doors are closed, no
other warnings will be issued. 
These alerts will not be activated in situations where
either the vehicle’s engine is left running with the key
fob inside, or the key fob’s wireless signals are blocked.
Using The Key Fob To Open/Close Vehicle
Windows — If Equipped
To Open The Windows
From outside of the vehicle, push the unlock button on the
key fob twice, and hold for several seconds. All vehicle
door windows will open.
To Close The Windows
From outside of the vehicle, push the lock button on the
key fob twice, and hold for several seconds. All vehicle
door windows will close.
NOTE:
This feature is enabled through Uconnect Settings Úpage 130.
 Vehicle must be equipped with front and rear auto up/
down windows.
Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
The replacement battery is one CR2032 battery.
NOTE:
Customers are recommended to use a battery
obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket coin battery
dimensions may not meet the original OEM coin battery
dimensions. 
Perchlorate material — special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for
further information.
 Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.
To replace the key fob battery, proceed as follows:

1. Remove the emergency key (2) by sliding the emergency key release (1) on the back of the key fob
and pulling the emergency key out with your other
hand.

Emergency Key Removal

1 — Emergency Key Release
2 — Emergency Key

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