2012 Dodge Charger Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 306

304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and placed in the PARK position. The light should turn off. stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the veIf the light remains lit with the engine running, your hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an authonormal, turn the engine off immediately and call for rized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is service. Refer to "If Your Engine Overheats" in "What To flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is Do In Emergencies" for more information. required. You may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may • Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that the transmission fluid require towing. temperature is running hot. This may occur • Engine Temperature Warning Light with severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this This light warns of an overheated engine condilight turns on, safely pull over and stop the tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge apvehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and proaches H, or 260°F, this indicator will illuminate run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off. and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold. Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass H, or 260°F, the indicator will continuously flash and a continuous chime will occur until the engine is allowed to cool.