2014 Dodge Charger Owner Manual - Page 428

426 STARTING AND OPERATING the windshield wipers for an extended period of time. Drive mode, RWD or AWD, is displayed momentarily in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the gauge area of the vehicle display when the transmission is first shifted into gear, and if the drive mode changes during vehicle operation. DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under NOTE: If the "SERVICE AWD SYSTEM" warning mes- the rear (driving) wheels. sage appears after engine start up, or during driving, it means that the AWD system is not functioning properly WARNING! and that service is required. Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)" in "Understanding Your Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. Instrument Panel" for further information. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear wheels. You could lose control of the vehicle and CAUTION! possibly have a collision. Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction All wheels must have the same size and type tires. (ice, snow, wet mud, loose sand, etc.). Unequal tire sizes must not be used. Unequal tire size may cause failure of the front differential and/or the transfer case.