lock DODGE CHARGER 2009 6.G Owners Manual

WARNING! (Continued)
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealers or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C System
Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres-
sor Oil, and Refrigerants.
A/C Air Filter
The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood,
behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger
side of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers. When
installing a new filter, ensure its proper orientation. To
replace the filter, remove the access door in the cowl
screen by pressing the retaining clips. Slide the lid on the
filter adapter forward and down and remove the used
filter. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the
direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the
vehicle (text and arrows on the filter indicate this).
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for
proper maintenance intervals.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease such as
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MOPARSpray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera-
tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the
application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should
be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film. Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the
front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the
fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with
windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and
operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the
residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some
washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade performance.
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Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the
hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has
had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling
system pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every
12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty orrusty in appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed, and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front
of the radiator for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc.
If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden
hose vertically down the face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.
If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti-
freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery
bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE
CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
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Cavity Car-tridge
FuseMini-
Fuse
Description
1 — 15 Amp BlueWasher Motor
2 — 25 Amp NeutralPowertrain Control
Module (PCM)
3 — 25 Amp NeutralIgnition Run/Start
4 — 25 Amp NeutralAlternator/EGR Sole-
noid
5———
6 — 25 Amp NeutralIgnition Coils/Injectors/
Short Runner Valve
7———
8 — 25 Amp NeutralStarter
9———Cavity Car- tridge
FuseMini-
Fuse
Description
10 30 Amp Pink— Windshield Wiper
11 30 Amp Pink— Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Valves - if
equipped
12 40 Amp Green— Radiator Fan
13 50 Amp Red— Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Pump Motor - if
equipped
14———
15 50 Amp Red— Radiator Fan
16———
17———
18———
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NOTE:For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer
for replacement instructions.
All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass
cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved
and should not be used for replacement.
Exterior Bulb Number
Low Beam Headlight (Standard Halogen) ......9006
Low Beam Headlight – High Intensity
Discharge (HID) ......................... D1S
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
High Beam Headlight ..................... 9005
Front Park/Turn Light ................... 3157A
Front Fog Light — If Equipped ..........9145/H10
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Front Side Marker ........................ 194
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Tail/Stop Light ......................... 3057
Tail/Turn Light ......................... 3057Rear Side Marker
........................ 168
Backup Light ........................... 921
Center High-Mount Stop Light (CHMSL) ....... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
License ................................ 168
BULB REPLACEMENT
Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight,
Park/Turn Light, and Front Side Marker Light —
Models with Halogen Headlights
1. Open the hood.
NOTE: Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be
necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlight assem-
bly on the driver side of the vehicle.
2. Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-
terclockwise, and then pull it out of the headlight assem-
bly.
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CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and
install the replacement bulb.
4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the head-
light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
1 — High Beam Headlight Bulb
2 — Low Beam Headlight Bulb
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Backup Light, Side Marker Light, Tail/Turn Light,
and Tail/Stop Light
1. Open the Trunk.
2. Remove two fasteners from the back of the tail light
assembly.
3. Pull back the trunk liner.4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the
tail light assembly.
5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector.
7. Pull the tail light assembly clear from the vehicle to
access the bulbs.
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8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-
terclockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly.
1 — Backup Light Bulb
2 — Side Marker Light Bulb
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9. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and
install the replacement bulb.
10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail
light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
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About Your Brakes....................... 292
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .............. 294
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 399
Adding Fuel ........................... 337
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 393
Additives, Fuel ......................... 335
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 140
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 389
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 391
Air Conditioning ..................... 253,255
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 253
Air Conditioning Filter .................262,392
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 263
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............391,392
Air Conditioning System ..........253,255,256,391
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 311
Airbag ................................ 52
Airbag Deployment ..................... 59,62
Airbag Light ..................... 60,65,79,175Airbag Maintenance
....................... 64
Airbag, Side .......................... 54,60
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) .............54,60
Alarm, Panic ............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................18,180
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ................286,405
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 243
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........398,399,427
Disposal ............................ 400
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............294,296
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 182
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Appearance Care ........................ 406
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 18
Assistance Towing ....................... 103
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 36
Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 31
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