DODGE MAGNUM 2007 1.G Repair Manual

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see you
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts
and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the
tires (including spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
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Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or
brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be
located and corrected immediately.
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CONTENTS

Mirrors..............................67
▫Inside Day/Night Mirror.................67
▫Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror — If
Equipped............................67
▫Outside Mirrors.......................68
▫Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature — If
Equipped............................68
▫Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If
Equipped............................68
▫Power Remote-Control Mirrors.............69
▫Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If
Equipped............................69
▫Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped....69
Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™) — If
Equipped
.............................70
▫Operations...........................71
▫Phone Call Features....................77
▫UConnect™ System Features..............79
▫Advanced Phone Connectivity.............82
▫Things You Should Know About Your
UConnect™ System.....................84

Seats................................89
▫Manual Seats — If Equipped..............89
▫Power Seats — If Equipped...............90
▫Power Reclining Seats — If Equipped........91
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▫Lumbar Support — If Equipped............92
▫Head Restraints.......................92
▫Heated Seats — If Equipped..............92
▫Folding Rear Seat......................94

To Open And Close The Hood.............95

Lights...............................96
▫Headlight Switch......................96
▫Automatic Headlights — If Equipped........96
▫Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Auto Headlights Only)..................97
▫Headlight Time Delay...................97
▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)......98
▫Lights-On Reminder....................98
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped................98
▫Multi-Function Lever....................99
▫Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights.....100▫Interior Lights.......................100

Windshield Wipers And Washers..........101
▫Intermittent Wiper System...............102
▫Mist Feature.........................102
▫Windshield Washers...................102
▫Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Auto Headlights Only).................103
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................103

Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column..........104

Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped..........105

Electronic Speed Control.................106
▫Electronic Speed Control Operation........106
▫ToActivate ..........................107
▫To Set At A Desired Speed...............107
▫To Deactivate........................107
▫To Resume Speed.....................107
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▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............108
▫To Accelerate For Passing...............108

Overhead Console.....................109
▫Courtesy/Reading Lights................109
▫Sunglasses Storage....................109

Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)—If
Equipped
............................110
▫Programming HomeLink................111
▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 113
▫Using HomeLink.....................114
▫Erasing HomeLink Buttons..............114
▫Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button . . . 114
▫Security............................115

Power Sunroof — If Equipped............115
▫Opening Sunroof - Express..............116
▫Closing Sunroof - Express...............116▫Pinch Protect Feature...................116
▫Pinch Protect Override.................117
▫Venting Sunroof - Express...............117
▫Sunshade Operation...................117
▫Wind Buffeting.......................117
▫Sunroof Maintenance...................117
▫Ignition Off Operation..................117
▫Sunroof Fully Closed...................118

Electrical Power Outlets.................118
▫Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......120

Cup Holders.........................121
▫Front Seat Cup Holders.................121
▫Rear Seat Cup Holders.................121

Storage..............................122
▫Console Features......................122
▫Cargo Management System — If Equipped . . . 122
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Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped.........129
Load Leveling System — If Equipped.......131
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear
window. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal
and vertical mirror adjustment.
Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the
small control under the mirror to the night position
(toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted
while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror — If Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature
on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
A light in the button will indicate when the dimming
feature is activated.
Adjusting Rearview MirrorAutomatic Dimming Mirror
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CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,
never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the
mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and
wipe the mirror clean.
Outside Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight
overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
NOTE:The passenger side convex outside mirror will
give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the
lane next to your vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your
passenger side convex mirror could cause you to
collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your
inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a
vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror.
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped
Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged. The
hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward to
resist damage. The hinge has three detent positions, full
forward, full rearward, and normal.
Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If
Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn this feature
on or off by pressing the button at the base of the Inside
Rearview Mirror.
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Power Remote-Control Mirrors
The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door
trim panel next to the power door lock switch. A rotary
knob selects the left mirror, right mirror, or off position.
After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same
direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off
position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror
position.
Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature
is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window
Defrost.
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the
mirror cover upward. The light turns on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.
Power Mirror Control
Illuminated Vanity Mirror
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HANDS–FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect™) —
IF EQUIPPED
UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle
communications system. UConnect™ allows you to dial
a phone number with your cellular phone using simple
voice commands (e.g.,Call”“Mike””WorkorDial”
“248-555-1212). Your cellular phone’s audio is trans-
mitted through your vehicle’s audio system; the system
will automatically mute your radio when using the
UConnect™ system.
NOTE:The UConnect™ system use requires a cellular
phone equipped with the BluetoothHands-Free Profile,
version 0.96 or higher. See www.chrysler.com/uconnect
for supported phones.
UConnect™ allows you to transfer calls between the
system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your
vehicle, and enables you to mute the system’s micro-
phone for private conversation.
The UConnect™ phonebook enables you to store up to 32
names and four numbers per name. Each language has a
separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in thatlanguage. This system is driven through your Blue-
tooth™ Hands-Free profile cellular phone. UConnect™
features Bluetooth™ technology - the global standard
that enables different electronic devices to connect to
each other without wires or a docking station, so UCon-
nect works no matter where you stow your cellular
phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as
your phone is turned on and has been paired to the
vehicle’s UConnect™ system. The UConnect™ system
allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to system.
Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used
with the system at a time. The system is available in
English, Spanish, or French languages (as equipped).
The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the
system and the control buttons that will enable you to
access the system.
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