• Holding the (-) paddle depressed (if
equipped), or holding the gear selector in the
(-) position, will downshift the transmission to
the lowest gear possible at the current speed.
• Transmission shifting will be more noticeable
when AutoStick is enabled.
• The system may revert to automatic shift
mode if a fault or overheat condition is
detected.
To disengage AutoStick mode, return the gear
selector to the DRIVE position, or press and hold
the (+) shift paddle (if equipped, and the gear
selector is already in DRIVE) until “D” is once
again indicated in the instrument cluster . You
can shift in or out of the AutoStick mode at any
time without taking your foot off the accelerator
pedal.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine brak-
ing on a slippery surface. The drive wheels
could lose their grip and the vehicle could
skid, causing a collision or personal injury.
DRIVE MODES — SRT
(IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle is equipped with a SRT Drive Mode
feature. This feature gives the driver control over
the systems in the vehicle which affect its per-
formance, enabling the driver to tune it for
desired driving scenarios.
NOTE:
Refer to “SRT Drive Modes” in “Multimedia” in
the Owner’s Manual for further descriptions of
these modes.
Launch Mode — If Equipped
This vehicle is equipped with a Launch Mode
system that is designed to allow the driver to
consistently achieve maximum acceleration in a
straight line. Launch Mode is a form of traction
control that manages tire slip while aggressively
launching the vehicle. Launch mode is in-
tended for use during race events on a closed
course where consistent acceleration is desired.
The system is not intended to compensate for
lack of driver experience or familiarity with the
race track. The use of this feature in low traction
(cold, wet, gravel, etc) conditions may result in
excessive wheel slip outside of the system's
control, resulting in an aborted launch. Launch
Mode is calibrated to provide the most benefit
on an unprepared surface and will degrade
performance on prepared surfaces (such as a
drag strip).
NOTE:
Torque Reserve is implemented during Launch
Mode, so you may notice different engine/
exhaust sounds and increased NVH.
Preconditions:
• Launch Mode should not be used on public
roads. Always check track conditions and the
surrounding area.
• Launch mode is not available within the first
500 miles of engine break-in.
• Launch Mode should only be used when the
engine and transmission are at operating tem-
perature.
• Launch Mode is intended to be used on dry,
paved road surfaces only. Use on slippery or
loose surfaces may cause damage to vehicle
components and is not recommended.
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