VIPER
USER
GUIDE
IMPORTANT
This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important
features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual,
Navigation/Uconnect® Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and
Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside
Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We
hope you find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased
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This guide has been prepared to help you
get quickly acquainted with your new SRT
and to provide a convenient reference
source for common questions. However, it
is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual.
For complete operational instructions,
maintenance procedures and important
safety messages, please consult your
Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect
Manuals, and other Warning Labels in
your vehicle.
Not all features shown in this guide may
apply to your vehicle. For additional
information on accessories to help
personalize your vehicle, visit www.mopar.com
(U.S.), www.mopar.ca (Canada) or your
local SRT high performance dealer.
The driver’s primary responsibility
is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Driving while distracted can result
in loss of vehicle control, resulting
in a collision and personal injury.
FCA US LLC strongly recommends
that the driver use extreme caution
when 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,
vehicle navigation or other
devices, by the driver
while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous and could lead
to a serious collision. Texting while
driving is also dangerous and should
never be done while the vehicle is
moving. If you nd 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC .......2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT ...............4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...........6
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB.....................8
ENGINE STARTING/STOPPING .......9
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ........10
SEAT BELT SYSTEMS ............11
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS ........12
CHILD RESTRAINTS ............14
NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTS
FRONT SEATS ................18
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS ...........19
ADJUSTABLE FOOT REST ..........20
TILT STEERING COLUMN .........20
...17
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
SRT ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ............21
TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH
BEAMS LEVER ................22
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............23
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ......24
LAUNCH MODE ................26
ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING
SYSTEM ....................27
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
(ESC) ......................28
MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 TO 4 SKIP
SHIFT .....................29
ADDING FUEL ................30
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE
CONTROL (ATC) ...............33
PARKVIEW®REAR BACK-UP CAMERA
...35
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM ....36
YOUR RADIO .................38
Uconnect
Uconnect
Uconnect
QUICK TIPS ..................67
Uconnect
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS . . . 90
DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLA Y (DID) . . . 91
PERFORMANCE PAGES ...........93
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES .......94
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink
POWER OUTLETS ..............97
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ACCESS .............38
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8.4AN ...............54
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8.4AN VOICE RECOGNITION
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PHONE ..............82
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UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS
(MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT
RATINGS) ...................98
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ......98
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ..........99
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS ....................99
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR
LIGHTS ...................103
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ......104
TIRE SERVICE KIT .............105
JUMP-STARTING ..............111
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .....113
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .......113
EVENT DAT A RECORDER (EDR) .....114
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD ...........115
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .........116
FLUID CAPACITIES ............118
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND
GENUINE PARTS ..............118
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ......119
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ......120
SRT – MAINTENANCE RECORD .....123
FUSES ....................124
SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES ....126
TIRE PRESSURES .............127
SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED ......127
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE ....129
EXTERIOR BULBS .............129
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
FCA US LLC CUSTOMER CENTER ....130
FCA CANADA INC. CUSTOMER
CENTER ...................130
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ..................130
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ........130
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN
THE UNITED STATES ............131
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES
BY MOPAR®.................132
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ....133
INDEX
.....................134
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC
Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents
precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are
traditional to our vehicles.
Your new FCA US LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under
some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for
attentive driving. They can never take the driver's place. Always drive carefully.
Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your
passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving because they take your eyes
from the road or your attention from driving. Never text while driving or take your eyes more
than momentarily off the road.
This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are
either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide 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 in this guide that are not available
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 imposing any
obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the
important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will need to operate and
maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.
The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's information which
can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer. The multimedia DVD also
includes videos which can be played on any standard DVD player (including the
Uconnect
DVD operational information is located on the back of the DVD sleeve.
For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD in the owner’s
kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase. For your convenience, the information
contained on the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference.
FCA US LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural resources. By
converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for
your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen
the stress on our environment.
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Touchscreen Radios if equipped with DVD player capabilities). Additional
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be
deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution (excluding legal lines).
WARNING!
• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the
risk of serious personal injury.
• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle
is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator
pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.
• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause interference
with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the
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 shift lever/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
ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
• Never use the “PARK” position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply
the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)
The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or
chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Keyless
Enter-N-Go™ and Remote Start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your
wireless features, try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation
improves. If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer.
CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of
FCA US LLC.
COPYRIGHT ©2015 FCA US LLC
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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT
1. Power Door Locks
2. Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beams Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 22
3. Instrument Cluster
4. Ignition Start/Stop Button (behind steering wheel) pg. 9
5. Identifying Your Radio pg. 38
6. Passenger Door Handle
7. Power Windows
8. Glove Compartment
9. Hazard Button
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10. Power Outlet pg. 97
11. Emergency Brake
12. Automatic Climate Control (behind gear shifter)
• Automatic Climate Controls pg. 33
• Air Conditioning (A/C) pg. 35
• Recirculation pg. 35
13. Electronic Speed Control pg. 24
14. Adjustable Pedals pg. 19
15. Driver Information Display (DID) Controls pg. 91
16. Headlight Switch pg. 23
17. Power Mirrors
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
1. Speedometer
2. Tachometer
3. Driver Information Display (DID)
(See page 99 for Instrument Cluster Warning Lights information.)
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4. Oil Pressure Gauge
5. Fuel Gauge
6. Fuel Filler Door Location
(See page 103 for Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights information.)
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KEY FOB
Locking And Unlocking The Doors
Locking The Doors
Push the LOCK button once to lock all
•
the doors. The turn signal lights will flash,
and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the
signal.
Unlocking The Doors
Push the UNLOCK button once to unlock
•
the driver’s door only and twice within five
seconds to unlock all the doors.
NOTE:
The Door Unlock Indicator
nate in the instrument cluster when one or
both doors are unlocked. When the door are
locked, the indicator will not illuminate.
will illumi-
Key Fob
Opening The Liftgate
• Push the LIFTGATE button two times
within five seconds to open the liftgate.
Panic Alarm
1. Push the PANIC button once to turn the
panic alarm on.
2. Wait approximately three seconds and push the button a second time to turn the panic
alarm off.
1 — Liftgate
2 — Unlock
3 — Lock
4 — Panic
Emergency Key
Should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob transmitter go dead, there is an
emergency key located in the Key Fob.
• To remove the emergency key, slide the button at the back of the Key Fob sideways with
your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
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WARNING!
• Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage.
•
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
ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
ENGINE STARTING/STOPPING
Starting
1. Fully apply the parking brake.
2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor.
3. Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
4. Push the red ENGINE STAR T/STOP button located on the instrument panel.
Release the button when the engine
starts.
NOTE:
The engine will not start unless the clutch
pedal is pushed to the floor .
Stopping
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Fully apply the parking brake.
3. Push the clutch pedal to the floor.
4. Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL/1st Gear.
5. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the OFF
position.
Start/Stop Button
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VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ START/STOP button for unauthorized operation. While the Vehicle
Security Alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and decklid release are disabled.
If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will provide the following
audible and visible signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will
flash, and the Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash.
To Arm:
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm:
• Push LOCK on the interior power door lock switch with the driver and/or passenger door
open.
• Push the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter .
• The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash for 16 seconds. This
shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. During this period, if a door is opened,
the ignition is cycled to ON/RUN, or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner,
the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.
NOTE:
• During the 16-second arming period, if a door is opened or the ignition is cycled to
ON/RUN, the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.
• Once armed, the Vehicle Security Alarm disables the unlock switch on the driver door
trim panel and passenger door trim panel.
• Using the key to open the liftgate while the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed will not
trigger the theft alarm.
To Disarm:
The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods:
• Push the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter .
• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF position.
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SEAT BELT SYSTEMS
Lap/Shoulder Belts
• All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.
• Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips, below your
abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. T o loosen
the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug seat belt
reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision.
• Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so
that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack
in the shoulder belt.
Seat Belt Pretensioner
• The front seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to
remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
• A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately.
WARNING!
•
In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not
properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or
you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are
buckled up properly.
• A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision.
You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder
belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together.
• A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop, you could
move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury . Wear your seat belt snugly.
• A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no
protection. Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or
loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or
modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision.
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS
Air Bag System Components
Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components:
• Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
• Air Bag Warning Light
• Steering Wheel and Column
• Instrument Panel
• Knee Impact Bolsters
• Advanced Front Air Bags
• Supplemental Side Air Bags
• Front and Side Impact Sensors
• Seat Belt Pretenioners
• Seat Belt Buckle Switch
• Seat Track Position Sensors
• Occupant Classification System
Advanced Front Air Bags
• This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a
supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The Advanced Front Air Bags will not
deploy in every type of collision.
• Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protection by supplementing the seat belts. Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury
in rear, side, or rollover collisions.
• The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some
that may produce substantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions,
truck underrides, and angle offset collisions.
• On the other hand, depending on the type and location of impact, Advanced Front Air
Bags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a
severe initial deceleration.
• Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over time, vehicle speed and
damage by themselves are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have
deployed.
• Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all collisions, and also are needed to help
keep you in position, away from an inflating air bag.
• The air bags must be ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. The Occupant
Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring
associated with air bag system electrical components.
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• The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approximately
four to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition switch is first turned to the
ON/RUN position. After the self-check, the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off. If the
ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the Air Bag Warning
Light, either momentarily or continuously. A single chime will sound to alert you if the
light comes on again after initial startup.
• The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever
the ignition switch is in the START or ON/RUN position. If the ignition switch is in the
OFF position or in the ACC position, the air bag system is not on and the air bags will
not inflate.
• If the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel is not on during the four to eight
seconds when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON/RUN position, stays on, or
turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center
immediately .
NOTE:
If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. In this condition the air bags
may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Have an authorized dealer service the air
bag system immediately.
• After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately.
• Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in another
collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you.
• If it is necessary to modify the air bag system for persons with disabilities, contact your
authorized dealer.
• Refer to “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)” in “Things To Know Before Starting
Your Vehicle” in the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further information.
WARNING!
• Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The
air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air
bags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.
• Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air
Bag deployment could cause serious injury , including death. Air bags need room to
inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or
instrument panel.
• No objects should be placed over or near the air bag on the instrument panel or
steering wheel because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a
collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate.
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Supplemental Side Air Bags
• This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Door-Integrated Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtains (SABICs). The SABICs are located in the door trim below the side windows.
The trim covering the SABICs is labeled SRS AIRBAG.
• The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or complete ejection of vehicle
occupants through side windows in certain side impact events.
• SABICs are designed to activate in certain side impacts. The Occupant Restraint
Controller (“ORC”) determines whether the deployment of the SABIC in a particular
impact event is appropriate, based on the severity and type of collision. Vehicle damage
by itself is not a good indicator of whether or not SABICs should have deployed.
WARNING!
• Relying on the SABICs alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The
SABICs work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, SABICs
won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belt even though you have SABICs.
• SABICs need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in
the center of the seat.
• Being too close to the SABICs during deployment could cause you to be severely
injured or killed.
• Your vehicle is equipped with left and right Supplemental Door-Integrated Side Air
Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs). Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high
enough to block the deployment of the SABICs. The door trim below the side
windows where the SABIC and its deployment path are located, should remain free
from any obstructions.
CHILD RESTRAINTS
Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available.
According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats
rather than in the front.
Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children
ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
NOTE:
• For additional information, refer to www.Seatcheck.org or call 1-866-SEA TCHECK.
• Canadian residents should refer to Transport Canada’s website for additional information: http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/motorvehiclesafety/safedrivers-childsafety-index-53.htm
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Installing the Child Restraint Using the Vehicle Seat Belts
• The front passenger seating position is equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the
child restraint. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally , and pull it tight if necessary.
• There is a tether strap anchor located behind the child tether access cover behind the
passenger seat.
Tether Anchorage Weight Limit
Always use the tether anchor when using
the seat belt to install a forward facing child
restraint, up to the recommended weight
limit of the child restraint.
To Install A Child Seat Using An ALR:
1. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing
from the retractor to pass it through the
belt path of the child restraint. Do not
twist the belt webbing in the belt path.
2. Slide the latch plate into the buckle
until you hear a “click.”
3. Pull on the webbing to make the lap
portion tight against the child seat.
4. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the
shoulder part of the belt until you have
pulled all the seat belt webbing out of
the retractor. Then, allow the webbing to
retract back into the retractor. As the
webbing retracts, you will hear a clicking
sound. This means the seat belt is now
in the Automatic Locking mode.
5. Try to pull the webbing out of the retrac-
tor. If it is locked, you should not be able
to pull out any webbing. If the retractor
is not locked, repeat the last step.
Child Tether Anchorage Access Cover
Child Tether Anchorage
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6. Finally , pull up on any extra webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child
restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle
seat.
7. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether
anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap. See
below for directions to attach a tether anchor .
8. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child
seat at the belt path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction.
Installing the Top Tether Strap with the Vehicle Seat Belt:
When installing a forward-facing child restraint, always secure the top tether strap, up to
the tether anchor weight limit, when the child restraint is installed with the vehicle seat
belt.
Tether Anchorage Installation
There is a tether strap anchor located behind the child tether access cover behind the
passenger seat. To attach a child restraint tether strap to the anchor:
1. Move the seat forward.
2. Move the seatback to its full forward position.
3. Remove the child tether access cover by prying either side with a screwdriver or similar
tool, as shown.
NOTE:
While the child tether is in use, keep the access cover in a safe place so that it can be
replaced after use of the child tether.
4. Pass the child restraint tether hook through either opening in the seatback underneath
the head restraint.
5. Attach the tether hook to the anchor loop.
6. Move the seat to its farthest rearward position. Apply body pressure to the seat to be
sure the seat adjusters have latched.
7. Return the seatback to an upright position.
8. Remove slack from the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’ s
directions.
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WARNING!
• In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile
inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could
become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are.
The child and others could be severely injured or killed. Any child riding in your
vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child's size.
• Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with
a front passenger air bag. An air bag deployment could cause severe injury or death
to infants in this position.
• Only use a rearward-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat.
• Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to
failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be severely injured or killed.
Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child
restraint.
• An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and
possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child
seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat, make sure the tether strap does not
slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap.
NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTS
The non-adjustable head restraints are form fitted into the upper structure of the seatback
and are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of
a rear impact. The seatback should be properly adjusted to an upright position where the
head restraint is positioned as close as possible to the back of your head.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will
not provide the proper stability for passengers. An improperly latched seatback could
cause serious injury.
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FRONT SEATS
Power Seats
The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushions.
The power seat switch controls forward,
rearward, up and down adjustments. Push
the switch forward, rearward, up or down
and the seat will move in the direction of the
switch. Release the switch when the desired position has been reached.
The recline switch controls the angle of the
seatback. Push the switch forward or rearward and the seatback will move in either
direction.
Power Seat Switches
Manual Seats
Forward/Rearward
Lift up on the adjusting bar located at the
front of the seat near the floor and release at
the desired position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and backward on the
seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have
latched.
Recliner
Lean forward in the seat and lift the recliner
lever, then lean back to the desired position
and release the lever.
Lift the lever to return the seatback to an
upright position.
1 — Power Recline Switch
2 — Power Seat Switch
Seat Adjustments
1 — Seat Adjustment Bar
2 — Recline Lever
3 — Height Adjustment Lever
Height Adjustment
Ratchet the front lever, located on the outboard side of the seat, upward to raise the seat
height.
Ratchet the lever downward to lower the seat height.
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CAUTION!
Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause
damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped
by an obstruction in the seat's path.
WARNING!
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Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of
the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted,
and you could be severely injured or killed. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is
parked.
• Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting
against your chest. In a collision, you could slide under the seat belt and be severely
injured or killed. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS
• The adjustable pedals can be moved in any position of the engine start/stop button
(OFF/ACC/RUN).
• The adjustable pedal switch is located to the left side of the steering column.
• Push the switch forward to move the
pedals forward (toward the front of the
vehicle).
• Push the switch rearward to move the
pedals rearward (toward the driver).
Adjustable Pedal Switch
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move, as
it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if
movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal's path.
Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. You could lose control and have
a collision. Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked.
WARNING!
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ADJUSTABLE FOOT REST
• The adjustable foot rest can be adjusted forward or rearward and rotated upward or
downward to allow for greater driving comfort.
• To adjust the pedal:
1. Adjust the seat and steering column to a
comfortable position.
2. Using a socket wrench, loosen the nut
on the pedal.
3. Slide the pedal either forward or rear-
ward and rotate it upward or downward
as desired.
4. Tighten the nut, being careful not to over
tighten it.
Adjustable Foot Rest Location
TILT STEERING COLUMN
• The tilt release lever is located below the multifunction lever on the left side of the
steering column.
• To tilt the column, simply pull the release lever rearward toward you and then
move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired.
• Push the release lever forward to lock the
column firmly in place.
Tilt Steering Column Lever
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The tilt adjustment must be locked
while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the tilt
adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow
this warning may result in you and others being severely injured or killed.
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SRT ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
SRT Engine Break-In Recommendations: The following tips will be helpful in obtaining
optimum performance and maximum durability for your new SRT Vehicle.
Despite modern technology and World Class manufacturing methods, the moving parts of
the vehicle must still wear in with each other . This wearing in occurs mainly during the first
500 miles (805 km) and continues through the first oil change interval.
It is recommended for the operator to observe the following driving behaviors during the
new vehicle break-in period:
0 to 100 miles (0 to 161 km):
• Do not allow the engine to operate at idle for an extended period of time.
•
Depress the accelerator pedal slowly and not more than halfway to avoid rapid accelera-
tion.
• Avoid aggressive braking.
• Drive with the engine speed less than 3,500 RPM.
• Maintain vehicle speed below 55 mph (88 km/h) and observe local speed limits.
100 to 300 miles (161 to 483 km):
Depress the accelerator pedal slowly and not more than halfway to avoid rapid acceleration
•
in lower gears (1st to 3rd gears).
• Avoid aggressive braking.
• Drive with the engine speed less than 5,000 RPM.
• Maintain vehicle speed below 70 mph (112 km/h) and observe local speed limits.
300 to 500 miles (483 to 805 km):
• Exercise the full engine rpm range, shifting manually (paddles or gear shift) at higher
rpms when possible.
• Do not perform sustained operation with the accelerator pedal at wide open throttle.
• Maintain vehicle speed below 85 mph (136 km/h) and observe local speed limits.
For the first 1500 mi (2414 km):
• Do not participate in track events, sport driving schools, or similar activities during the
first 1500 mi (2414 km).
NOTE:
Check engine oil with every refueling and add if necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may
be higher through the first oil change interval.
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TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAMS LEVER
Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beam Lever
Wipers
Intermittent, Low And High Operation
• Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent
settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper
operation.
Washer Operation
• Push the end of the lever inward to the second detent and hold for as long as spray is
desired.
Mist Feature
• When a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle is needed,
push the washer knob, located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to the first
detent and release. The wipers will cycle one time and automatically shut off.
High Beams
• Push the lever away from you to activate the high beams.
A high beam symbol will illuminate in the cluster to indicate the high beams are on.
NOTE:
For safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent
headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.
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HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights
•
Rotate the headlight switch, located on
the instrument panel to the left of the
steering wheel, to the first detent from the
off position for parking light
the second detent for headlight
• Rotate the headlight switch to “AUTO”
for AUTO headlights.
• When set to AUTO, the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based
on ambient light levels.
Instrument Panel Dimmer
• Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the
instrument panel lights and prevent the
interior lights from illuminating when a
door is opened.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to increase
the brightness of the instrument panel
when the parking lights or headlights
are on.
and to
.
1 — Rotate Headlight Switch
2 — Rotate Dimmer
Headlight Switch
• Rotate the dimmer control up to the next detent position to fully brighten the odometer
when the parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to the last detent position to turn on the interior lighting.
The touchscreen dimming is programmable through the Uconnect®system. Refer to
•
®
“Uconnect
on the DVD for further details.
Settings ” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner's Manual
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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
The Electronic Speed Control switches are located on the steering wheel.
Cruise ON/OFF
• Push the ON/OFF button to activate the
Speed Control.
NOTE:
CRUISE
cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on.
• Push the ON/OFF button a second time
to turn the system off.
SET
With the Speed Control on, push and release
the SET – button to set a desired speed.
Accel/Decel
To Increase Speed
When the Electronic Speed Control is set,
you can increase speed by pushing the
RES + button.
will appear on the instrument
Electronic Speed Control Switches
1 — Push Cancel
2 — Push On/Off
3 — Push Resume/Accel
4 — Push Set/Decel
The drivers preferred units can be selected
through the instrument panel settings if equipped. The speed increment shown is
dependant on the chosen speed unit of U.S. (MPH) or Metric (km/h):
U.S. Speed (MPH)
• Pushing the RES + button once will result in a 1 MPH increase in set speed. Each
subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 MPH.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the
button is released, then the new set speed will be established.
Metric Speed (km/h)
• Pushing the RES + button once will result in a 1 km/h increase in set speed. Each
subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 km/h.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the
button is released, then the new set speed will be established.
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To Decrease Speed
When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET button.
The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if
equipped. The speed decrement shown is dependant on the chosen speed unit of U.S.
(MPH) or Metric (km/h):
U.S. Speed (MPH)
• Pushing the SET - button once will result in a 1 MPH decrease in set speed. Each
subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 MPH.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to decrease until the
button is released, then the new set speed will be established.
Metric Speed (km/h)
• Pushing the SET - button once will result in a 1 km/h decrease in set speed. Each
subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 km/h.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to decrease until the
button is released, then the new set speed will be established.
Resume
To resume a previously selected set speed in memory, push the RES + button and release.
Cancel
Push the CANCEL button, or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and maintain the set
speed memory.
Push the ON/OFF button to turn the system off and erase the set speed memory.
WARNING!
• Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You
could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could
lose control and have a collision. Always leave the Electronic Speed Control system
off when you are not using it.
• Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a
constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose
control. A collision could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in
heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy , snow-covered or slippery.
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LAUNCH MODE
This system maximizes acceleration traction for straight line racing.
1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop on a level track surface with the engine running.
2. Set the steering wheel for straight ahead driving.
3. Fully depress the clutch and select the first gear position.
4. Push and release the “LAUNCH” button (located on the steering wheel controls).
5. Rapidly press the accelerator pedal to
the floor within one second.
NOTE:
If the cluster launch DID message indicates
all conditions are correct for launch and the
throttle is pressed to the floor quickly
(within approximately 1/2 second) the system will hold the engine speed to a preset
speed (below the engine rev limiter speed).
6. Release the clutch aggressively . Do not
ride the clutch.
Release the accelerator pedal to deactivate
launch control. Pushing the launch control
button or actuating the brakes will also
deactivate launch control.
NOTE:
• Launch Mode brings the engine to optimum launch RPM and waits for the driver to
release the clutch. Launch Mode then uses engine throttle only to achieve controlled
wheelslip for maximum acceleration through first gear.
• Launch Mode can be used in any of the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Modes.
• Launch mode should not be used within the first 500 miles of engine break-in.
LAUNCH Button
WARNING!
Launch Mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be used
on any public roadways. It is recommended that this feature be used in a controlled
environment, and within the limits of the law. The capabilities of the vehicle as
measured by the performance pages must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner, which can jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others. Only a safe,
attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
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ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING SYSTEM
• This vehicle may be equipped with an electronic controlled dampening system. This
system reduces body roll and pitch in many driving situations including cornering,
acceleration and braking.
• This system allows for a street suspension damping setting or a firmer race suspension
damping setting. There are two modes of operation:
STREET MODE
• This mode will give a sporty, but comfortable ride.
• This mode is driver selectable when the
vehicle is placed in STREET mode (push
the “STREET” button on the Instrument
Panel).
NOTE:
The suspension mode will lock and stay in
whatever the driver selects even when the
ignition is turned off and the car restarted.
• This mode is intended for a smoother
ride on the various types of pavement
and road conditions while still providing
damping levels appropriate extreme
capabilities.
1 — RACE Button
2 — STREET Button
Mode Buttons
RACE MODE
• Race mode is driver selectable when the vehicle is placed in RACE mode (push the
“RACE” button on the Instrument Panel).
• This mode is for track use only and will supply maximum grip to the tires.
• When RACE mode is enabled, a shock symbol with “RACE” next to it will light up in the
instrument cluster.
NOTE:
The RACE setting will provide a firmer ride.
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ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
• The ESC corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle by applying the brake
of the appropriate wheel. Engine power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting
the condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
• In full on mode ESC utilizes sensors in the vehicle to determine the path that the driver
intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the
actual path does not match the intended path, the ESC applies the brake of the
appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Operating Modes
The ESC system may have five available operating modes:
ESC On
• This is the normal operating mode for the ESC system. Whenever the vehicle is started,
the ESC system will be in this mode. The ESC On mode should be used for most driving
situations. The ESC should only be turned OFF for specific reasons as noted in the
following paragraphs.
ESC Full Off
• The ESC Off mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be
used on any public roadways. In this mode, all TCS and ESC stability features are
turned OFF. T o enter the “Full Off” mode, push and hold the “ESC Off” switch for five
seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine running. After five seconds, a
chime will sound, the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will illuminate, and
the “ESC OFF” message will display in the vehicle cluster (left of the odometer). The
“ESC OFF” message may appear in the Driver Information Display (DID). To turn ESC
ON again, momentarily push the “ESC Off” switch.
Sport Mode
• Sport mode has reduced traction control and reduced stability control. To enter the
“Sport Mode” mode, push the “ESC” switch once (located on the steering wheel). The
“ESC SPORT” light will illuminate, and the “ESC SPORT” message will display in the
vehicle cluster (left of the odometer).
Track Mode
Track Mode has no traction control and has reduced stability control. To enter the “Track
•
Mode” mode, push the “ESC” switch twice. The “ESC TRACK” light will illuminate, and
the “ESC TRACK” message will display in the vehicle cluster (left of the odometer).
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