2025 Dodge Hornet Instrument Cluster User Guide
This Guide covers the 2025 Dodge Hornet Instrument Cluster. Discover the layout, digital displays, warning signs, and key gauges that deliver real-time vehicle performance data for safe and informed driving.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
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- Speedometer
- Indicates vehicle speed.
- Instrument Cluster Display
- When the appropriate conditions exist, this display shows the instrument cluster display messages.
- The display always shows one of the main menu items after ignition is placed on.
- Tachometer
- Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000).
- Fuel Gauge
- The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the Keyless Push Button Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
- The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the vehicle where the fuel door is located.
- Push the center-rear edge of the fuel filler door and release to open.
- Oil Temperature Gauge
- The temperature gauge shows engine oil temperature. Any reading within the normal
- Scan me range indicates that the engine is operating satisfactorily.
NOTE
The Instrument Cluster Warning Indicators will illuminate briefly for a bulb check when the ignition is first cycled.
Depending on your vehicle trim, your instrument cluster display may vary.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle may be equipped with an instrument cluster display, which offers useful information to the driver. With the ignition in the OFF mode, opening/closing of a door will activate the display for viewing, and display the total miles, or kilometers, in the odometer.
Your instrument cluster display is designed to display important information about your vehicle’s systems and features. Using the driver interactive display located on the instrument panel, your instrument cluster display can show you how systems are working and give you warnings when they aren’t. The steering wheel mounted controls allow you to scroll through and enter the main menus and submenus. You can access the specific information you want and make selections and adjustments.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY LOCATION AND CONTROLS
The instrument cluster display features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster.
NOTE
Depending on your vehicle trim, your instrument cluster display may vary.
Instrument Cluster Display And Controls Location
- Instrument Cluster Display Screen
- Instrument Cluster Display Controls
The systems allow the driver to select information or control the radio by pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel:
Main Screen Menu Button
Instrument Cluster Display Control Thumbwheel
- Main Screen
Push the Main Screen button to activate/switch between radio default, the Main Screen of the Instrument Cluster Display, and Widget. - Thumbwheel
Use the Thumbwheel on the right side of the steering wheel to scroll through the menu options and submenus in the Instrument Cluster Display or Widget area. Also change radio station/track when in default mode. - Thumbwheel Button
Press the Thumbwheel Button to select highlighted menu options. Press and hold to reset certain features.
Main Screen Configuration — If Equipped
To customize the instrument cluster further, you are able to select up to five tiles to display information based on your needs.
- Press the Main Screen menu button for the Main Screen display.
- Push the Main Screen button to activate the Instrument Cluster Display Controls.
- Navigate up or down using the Thumbwheel to highlight desired Tile.
- Press Thumbwheel to select the tile and navigate to the selected submenu and press Thumbwheel again to add your selection to your tile view.
- The Main Screen options are Speedometer, Navigation, Phone, Performance, Driver Assist, and Stored Messages.
Cluster Display Layouts
You may toggle through the different Cluster Display Layouts by pressing the Menu View button located at the end of the wiper/washer lever on the right hand side of the steering column:
Instrument Cluster Menu View Button
Cluster Display Layout Selections
- Classic Layout — Full sized gauges are visible, main screens and widgets are available.
- Evolved Layout — Gauges are displayed in a more compact fashion while allowing more space to display main screens and widgets.
- Relax Layout — Gauges are hidden, less information is displayed; however, all main screens and widgets are available.
Widgets
There are customizable widgets on the right side of the cluster display. Choose from Media, Compass, Trip A, Trip B, TPMS, and blank. Press the Main Screen button twice to highlight the widget. Use the thumbwheel to scroll through the available widgets.
The widgets list can be customized, enabled, or disabled in Uconnect Settings. For Hybrid vehicles, Trip is not available in Uconnect Settings, only on the Instrument Cluster Display. To reset Trip A or Trip B, press and hold the Thumbwheel while the Trip widget is activated. If the thumbwheel is released too soon the Trip A or Trip B will not reset.
Instrument Cluster Display
The instrument cluster display is located in the center portion of the cluster and consists of multiple sections:
- Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will illuminate gray under normal conditions, yellow for non-critical warnings, red for critical warnings, and white for on-demand information.
- Submenu Dots — Whenever there are submenus available, the position within the submenus is shown here.
- Reconfigurable Telltales/Information
- Gear Selector Status (PRND)
- Driver Interactive Displays (Compass, Temp, Range to Empty, Trip A, Trip B, Average Fuel Economy, Current Fuel Economy, Tire Pressure, and Time)
The instrument cluster display will normally display the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main menu. The main display area also displays pop-up messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warning or information messages. These pop-up messages fall into several categories:
- Five Second Stored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen. Most of the messages of this type are then stored (as long as the condition that activated it remains active) and can be reviewed from the “Messages” main menu item. Examples of this message type are “Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out” and “Low Tire Pressure.” - Unstored Messages
This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples of this message type are “Turn Signal On” (if a turn signal is left on) and “Lights On” (if driver leaves the vehicle with the lights on). - Unstored Messages Until RUN
These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition is in the RUN state. Examples of this message type are “Remote Start Canceled – Door Ajar” and “Press Brake Pedal and Push Button to Start.” - Five Second Unstored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An example of this message type is “Automatic High Beams On.”
OIL CHANGE RESET
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- Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. A message will display in the instrument cluster display for five seconds to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval is due. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal driving style.
- Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position.
To reset the oil change indicator after performing the scheduled maintenance, refer to the following procedure:
- Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).
- Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within ten seconds.
- Cycle the ignition to the OFF position.
NOTE
If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change Due” message will display in the instrument cluster display for five seconds after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal driving style.
STOP SAFELY AND LEAVE THE VEHICLE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Stop Safely And Leave The Vehicle As Soon As Possible Warning Message
- This message will be displayed continuously.
- Cannot be cleared with a button press.
- A continuous and rapid chime will sound.
A warning will appear on the instrument panel display if the system detects the high voltage battery has overheated. This can result in a vehicle fire, and the release of toxic and/or flammable gases. To reduce the risk of a larger fire, the vehicle’s high voltage propulsion system will turn off within thirty seconds of displaying this warning. At that time, the vehicle may not accelerate. You can still steer and brake the vehicle.
Stop and park the vehicle in an open area. Have all passengers exit the vehicle as soon as possible and move to a safe distance away from the vehicle. After all passengers safely exit the vehicle, call emergency responders immediately. Even if you do not see flames, a fire may start at any moment, so do not attempt to re-enter or start the vehicle.
CAUTION!
If the instrument cluster instructs you to change the engine oil, do not reset the service indicator without changing the oil. Engine damage may result.
CAUTION!
An overheated High Voltage Battery may result in electrical systems damage. Do not attempt to restart the vehicle. The vehicle must be towed to an authorized dealer.
ELECTRIC MODE TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
If Electric mode is unavailable, the reason will display for five seconds at start up. If your check engine light comes on, see an authorized dealer immediately.
Electric Mode Temporarily Unavailable Message
See the following information for the most common reasons the Electric mode would be unavailable:
Operator choices that can inhibit Electric Mode:
- Transmission control using Paddle Shifters – Return to auto mode to use Electric mode.
- Heavily depressed accelerator pedal position, requesting high power demand – Beyond the limits of the electric drivetrain, will cause engine to run, enabling the powertrain to produce its full combined power available in Hybrid mode.
- Sustained high speed operation in Electric mode -Using the engine is more efficient for high speeds than Electric mode.
- Electric range is depleted – You need to recharge to enjoy Electric mode, or you can continue normally in Hybrid.
- Hood open (or a hood switch fault) – This is to prevent unexpected engine starts with the hood open.
Thermal protection that can inhibit Electric Mode:
- Engine, transmission or engine starting belt too cold
Some systems require warm-up to function properly if the ambient temperature is below 15°F. - Electric cabin heating capacity limits (or electric cabin heater fault) Unlike Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV’s), the Hybrid can warm the cabin more efficiently with engine heat when operating below 15°F outside temperature.
- HV battery, motors or contactors over temperature
This is a temporary hardware protection feature. Vehicle performance will resume once protection is no longer required. If the vehicle performance is accompanied with a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL), have the vehicle serviced at an authorized dealership.
Component protection that can inhibit Electric Mode:
- HV battery undervoltage
Sustained EV operation at high speed, especially with aftermarket wheels and tires, can induce this. - Other electric propulsion system faults indicated by a MIL
Please see an authorized dealer for service. - Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode
See the following section.
Fuel And Oil Refresh Mode
Since it is possible to operate this vehicle for extended periods of time without running the gas engine, the fuel within the vehicle’s fuel tank can become stale or the engine oil’s lubricating properties can be reduced. To prevent engine and/or fuel system damage due to stale fuel, as well as maintaining internal engine lubrication, this vehicle is equipped with a Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode.
NOTE
If the vehicle enters Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode to maintain engine lubrication, adding fuel will not exit the mode sooner.
Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode Message
The vehicle will automatically enter into the Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode to minimize potential for stale fuel, and to ensure lubrication of internal engine components. When operating in this mode, the gas engine will run to provide vehicle propulsion (electric only operation is inhibited). A message will be displayed in the instrument cluster whenever Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode is active.
The vehicle will automatically exit the Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode when fuel and lubrication conditions have been satisfied. If the vehicle enters Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode, due to fuel which has been in the fuel tank for a long period of time (becoming stale fuel), the engine will run whenever the vehicle is operational (no electric only operation) until the low fuel level warning is activated. It is also possible to exit the Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode sooner by adding a minimum of four gallons of new fuel to the vehicle’s fuel tank.
If the vehicle enters Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode to maintain engine lubrication properties, the engine may run for a period of up to 2.5 hours when fully warm whenever the vehicle is operational (no electric only operation). If the vehicle is shut down before conditions to exit the refresh mode have been satisfied, the engine may run for additional time on subsequent trips. Oil refresh may take significantly longer in freezing temperatures.
NOTE
- Frequent short trips at low ambient temperature conditions where the engine does not reach normal operating temperatures are more likely to trigger the Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode.
- Electric drive mode will be temporarily unavailable while the Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode is active. Do not attempt to return to Electric mode until the Fuel and Oil Refresh Mode cycle is complete.
CAUTION!
If the instrument cluster instructs you to change the engine oil, do not reset the service indicator without changing the oil. Engine damage may result.
POWER STEERING CHECK MESSAGE
Presence of a “Have power steering checked” warning message and/or Electric Power Steering (EPS) Warning Light on the instrument cluster display could indicate that there has been a loss of steering angle calibration.
Have Power Steering Checked Warning Message
A battery replacement or disruption of power may cause this (i.e., battery disconnect). Performing a Lock-to-Lock Steering Angle Calibration may correct this condition.
GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR (GSI) — IF EQUIPPED
The GSI system is enabled on vehicles with a manual transmission, or when a vehicle with an automatic transmission is in manual shift mode. The GSI provides the driver with a visual indication when the recommended gear shift point has been reached. This indication notifies the driver that changing gear will allow a reduction in fuel consumption. When the up shift indicator is shown on the instrument cluster display, the GSI is advising the driver to engage a higher gear.
When the down shift indicator is shown on the display, the GSI is advising the driver to engage a lower gear.
The GSI remains illuminated until the driver changes gears, or the driving conditions return to a situation where changing gear is not required to improve fuel consumption.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY MENU ITEMS
The instrument cluster display can be used to view the main menu items for several features. Push the Main Screen button on the right side of the steering wheel and use the Thumbwheel to scroll through the driver interactive display menu options until the desired menu is reached.
NOTE
The instrument cluster display menu items display in the center of the instrument cluster. Menu items may vary depending on your vehicle features.
Main Menu
Use the Thumbwheel to scroll up and down through the Menu options. Push the Thumbwheel to enter and exit the highlighted menu option.
NOTE
These Menu options may vary based on your vehicles trim level.
SPEEDOMETER
The Speedometer menu options may consist of the following:
- Digital speed and speed unit (mph or km/h)
- Gear Shift Indicator (GSI)
- Gear
- Drive mode name
The speed units can be changed from mph to km/h by pressing the Thumbwheel.
NAVIGATION — IF EQUIPPED
Turn the Thumbwheel up or down to increase or decrease the zoom on this screen. Press the Thumbwheel to go back to the initial frame.
The zoom level is automatically reset to the factory settings whenever the engine is restarted.
The following information is shown:
- Direction Indicators
- Distance to next change of direction (in miles or kilometers, depending on instrument panel settings)
- Suggested lanes
- Address of the road to be followed after the change of direction
Press and hold the Thumbwheel to disable the indications in the right-hand ring for the current navigation. If a predicted route is selected, the route shall start without further confirmation.
NOTE
During projection modes (Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™) the native map is not available.
PHONE
This menu displays the current status of a phone connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth®. The System supports up to two phones connected at the same time. Information available in cluster depends on which phone is dynamically selected by the user in each moment (i.e. the phone in focus), to enter and select one of the phone connected user should press Thumbwheel.
If no phone is connected, the menu will not function when the OK button is pushed. Otherwise, if a phone is connected, push the OK button to enter the menu. The following item will display:
- Recent calls: displays a list of the last 10 calls.
PERFORMANCE – IF EQUIPPED
Performance page content automatically changes according to the selected drive mode.
G-meter Dynamic
G-meter Dynamic Screen
This displays parameters related to car stability, the graphs illustrate the trend of the longitudinal/lateral accelerations (G-meter information), considering gravity acceleration as a reference unit.
DRIVER ASSIST
The instrument cluster display displays the current Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) system settings. The information displayed depends on ACC system status.
The Instrument Cluster Display shows the status and settings of the driving assistance Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist and Active Driving Assist systems. Any instant notifications are displayed via a pop-up screen.
The instrument cluster display displays the current LKA system settings. The information displayed depends on Lane Keep Assist system status and the conditions that need to be met.
STORED MESSAGES
Turn the Thumbwheel up and down until the Stored Messages menu option is highlighted. Press the Thumbwheel to enter and exit the Stored Messages.
Messages shown on the display via pop-up screens are stored as long as they remain valid. You can view them later in the central area of the “Messages” screen.
If multiple messages are present:
- Press the Thumbwheel to access the message list.
- Scroll through the messages by turning the Thumbwheel up or down. The previous or next message is indicated by gray dots.
CHARGE / POWER — IF EQUIPPED
The “Charge / Power” function shows the instantaneously available power on the instrument panel display.
This information is to inform the driver about the drive mode of the vehicle, if the vehicle is in charge status or power status, and if the vehicle is being powered by the engine, battery, or hybrid.
Charge/Power info can be represented by a gauge with different bar graph filling according to the current state of the battery (charging / discharging).Current battery’s and engine’s state will be shown using different bar graph filling colors.
Charge/Power Screen
Charge / Power Visualization
- Sport: Battery level bar graph. No highlight for critical battery level is shown as the State of Charge (SOC) approaches the lower level, and the bar graph will be linear.
- Hybrid, Electric and e-Save: Hybrid info Range to empty composed by three range values, Total Range, Electric, and Fuel. Units to be shown according with the set selection.
HYBRID INFO
Efficiency Coach will monitor your current driving to help you drive as efficient as possible.
- “Accel” is based on amount of acceleration (Different from MPG).
- The gauge will only move up when accelerator pedal is pushed (or accelerating with Cruise Control or ACC).
- Above a certain rate of change will be considered inefficient.
- The color of the gauge bar will change from green to yellow to orange.
- “Brake” is based on amount of deceleration (slowing down).
- The gauge will only move down when brake pedal is pushed (or decelerating with Cruise Control or ACC).
- The color of the gauge bar will change from green to yellow to orange.
- The gauge bar color will transition smoothly up and down, and have a gradual change based on efficiency.
- Center of gauge is 0% Accel and 0% Brake.
- +/-0-35% of gauge fills green, +/-36-80% yellow, and +/-81-100% orange (with a blend between each color).
E-Drive Mode
- Hybrid automatically adapts for most efficient driving.
- Electric mode saves fuel for later use.
- e-Save mode saves battery for later use.
BATTERY SAVER ON/BATTERY SAVER MODE
MESSAGE — ELECTRICAL LOAD REDUCTION
ACTIONS — IF EQUIPPED
This vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) to perform additional monitoring of the electrical system and status of the vehicle battery.
In cases when the IBS detects charging system failure, or the vehicle battery conditions are deteriorating, electrical load reduction actions will take place to extend the driving time and distance of the vehicle. This is done by reducing power to or turning off non-essential electrical loads.
Load reduction is only active when the engine is running. It will display a message if there is a risk of battery depletion to the point where the vehicle may stall due to lack of electrical supply, or will not restart after the current drive cycle. These messages indicate the vehicle battery has a low state of charge and continues to lose electrical charge at a rate that the charging system cannot sustain.
NOTE
- The charging system is independent from load reduction. The charging system performs a diagnostic on the charging system continuously.
- If the Battery Charge Warning Light is on it may indicate a problem with the charging system.
The electrical loads that may be switched off (if equipped), and vehicle functions which can be effected by load reduction:
- Heated Seat/Vented Seats/Heated Wheel
- Heated/Cooled Cup Holders — If Equipped
- Rear Defroster And Heated Mirrors
- HVAC System
- 150W Power Inverter System
- Audio and Telematics System
Loss of the battery charge may indicate one or more of the following conditions:
- The charging system cannot deliver enough electrical power to the vehicle system because the electrical loads are larger than the capability of charging system. The charging system is still functioning properly.
- Turning on all possible vehicle electrical loads (e.g. HVAC to max settings, exterior and interior lights, overloaded power outlets +12 Volts, 150W, USB ports) during certain driving conditions (city driving, towing, frequent stopping).
- Installing options like additional lights, upfitter electrical accessories, audio systems, alarms and similar devices.
- Unusual driving cycles (short trips separated by long parking periods).
- The vehicle was parked for an extended period of time (weeks, months).
- The battery was recently replaced and was not charged completely.
- The battery was discharged by an electrical load left on when the vehicle was parked.
- The battery was used for an extended period with the engine not running to supply radio, lights, chargers, +12 Volts portable appliances like vacuum cleaners, game consoles and similar devices.
What to do when an electrical load reduction action message is present (“Battery Saver On” or “Battery Saver Mode”)
During a trip:
- Reduce power to unnecessary loads if possible:
- Turn off redundant lights (interior or exterior)
- Check what may be plugged into power outlets + 12 Volts, 150W, USB ports
- Check HVAC settings (blower, temperature)
- Check the audio settings (volume)
After a trip:
- Check if any aftermarket equipment was installed (additional lights, upfitter electrical accessories, audio systems, alarms) and review specifications if any (load and Ignition Off Draw currents).
- Evaluate the latest driving cycles (distance, driving time and parking time).
- The vehicle should have service performed if the message is still present during consecutive trips and the evaluation of the vehicle and driving pattern did not help to identify the cause.
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