

The procedure to reset the oil change indicator is described in your owner's manual (page 297 in the 2013 Dodge Dart OM). The oil change indicator needs to be reset after performing the scheduled maintenance. It says that the oil change indicator system will display the message 'Change Oil' automatically the interval is calculated based on the driving conditions. What is the recommended oil change interval? The 2013 owner's manual doesn't specify the interval for regular oil changes. According to the 2013 Dart owner's manual, Dodge recommends using 5W-40 synthetic oil in the 1.4L turbo engine and 0W-20 in the 2.0L and 2.4L engines. Running the engine low on oil will cause problems.
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Maintenance tips: Check the engine oil level regularly and top up as needed see how to check the engine oil. See if the vehicle doesn't pull to one side or the other on the highway. A turbocharger is expensive to replace.ĭuring a test drive, try driving slowly over small bumps to see if the suspension stays quiet. In a turbocharged engine, watch out for white smoke or noisy turbocharger. Low oil level and a burnt oil smell under the hood could be an indication of excessive oil consumption.Ģ013 Dodge Dart interior. Check the vehicle's service records to verify timely oil changes. What to look for when checking a used Dodge Dart: Regular maintenance is very important, especially for the turbocharged engine. We recommend avoiding the turbo engine and the dual-clutch transmission. Plus, exclusivity is always worth more, now that the Dart has been discontinued. The optional navigation is easy to operate. The huge 8.4" Uconnect touchscreen is unique to the compact car class. Available 17-or 18-inch wider 225 tires provide an excellent grip on the dry pavement.
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On the plus side, very few compacts can compete with the Dart in sporty handling and styling. This means that it will need repairs every now and then. JD Power rates the Dart fairly low for Quality and Reliability.

Overall: The number of complaints about the 2013 Dodge Dart at the NHTSA website is much higher than for later models. Pros: Awesome styling, sporty handling, pleasant ride, interior room, unique colors, Uconnect 8.4" display, top safety ratings.Ĭons: Fuel economy could be better, premium gasoline for a 1.4L turbo engine, Check Engine light and other problems, fabric seat material and comfort, questionable reliability. For the 1.4L turbo, premium gasoline is recommended. The 2.0L and 2.4L motors can run on regular gasoline. The 1.4L turbo Dart auto with Aero package gets 28 mpg city and 39 mpg highway (8.4/6.0 L/100km). This means you can get up to 430 miles (692 km) on one tank of gas.

The steering is electrically assisted.įuel Economy: The 2013-2016 Dodge Dart with a 2.0L engine and automatic transmission is rated at 27 mpg combined or 24/33 mpg (9.8/7.1 L/100km) city/highway. Mechanical: The Dart has MacPherson struts in the front and European-styled bi-link independent rear suspension. Both the 2.0L and 2.4L engines have a timing chain. Timing belt or Timing chain: The 1.4L turbo engine has a timing belt that, according to the 2013 Dart owner's manual, needs to be replaced every 150,000 miles or 240,000 km. Read also: Pros and cons of buying a car with a Turbocharger. The Dodge Dart GT is fitted with a 184-hp 2.4-liter MultiAir 2 Tigershark engine.

It comes with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed dual dry clutch automated manual transmission. It comes with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission.įor buyers looking for fuel efficiency, there is an optional 160-hp 1.4L MultiAir intercooled turbocharged motor available on SE, SXT, Rallye and Limited.
