headlight bulb DODGE CHARGER 2009 6.G Owners Manual

Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn
signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights. The
multifunction lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.
Turn Signals
Move the multifunction lever up or down and the
corresponding turn signal indicator in the instrument
cluster flashes to show proper operation of the front and
rear turn signal lights. You can also signal a lane change
by moving the multifunction lever partially up or down
without moving beyond the detent. Releasing the multi-
function lever at the detent will provide three flashes.
If either indicator has a very fast flash rate, check for a
defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light
when the multifunction lever is moved, see your autho-
rized dealer for service.
NOTE:A “Turn Signal On” message will appear in the
EVIC (if equipped) and a continuous chime will sound if
the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either
turn signal on.
Multifunction Lever
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

14. Oil Pressure Warning LightThis light indicates low engine oil pressure. The
light should turn on momentarily when the engine
is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle, and shut OFF the engine as soon as possible. A
single chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked using the procedure
shown in Section 7.
15. High Beam Light This light will turn on when the high beam
headlights are ON. Push the multifunction lever
away from the steering wheel to switch the headlights to
high beam. 16. Seat Belt Reminder Light
This light will turn on for five to eight seconds as
a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. A chime will sound if the driver’s seat
belt is unbuckled during the bulb check. The Seat Belt
Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously if
the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled after the bulb
check or when driving.
17. Shift Lever Indicator
This indicator shows the automatic transmission shift
lever selection.
18. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This light will turn on when the front fog lights are
ON.
176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

▫Windshield Washers .................. 393
▫ Exhaust System ..................... 394
▫ Cooling System ..................... 397
▫ Brake System ....................... 402
▫ Automatic Transmission ............... 404
▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped .... 405
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion .......................... 406
 Fuses .............................. 411
▫ Integrated Power Module .............. 411
▫ Rear Power Distribution Center .......... 413
 Vehicle Storage ....................... 418
 Replacement Light Bulbs ................ 418 
Bulb Replacement ..................... 419
▫ Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight,
Park/Turn Light, And Front Side Marker
Light — Models With Halogen Headlights . . 419
▫ Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight,
And Park/Turn Light — Models With High
Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) ...... 422
▫ Backup Light, Side Marker Light, Tail/Turn
Light, And Tail/Stop Light .............. 423
▫ License Light ....................... 426
 Fluids And Capacities .................. 427
 Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts ....... 429
▫ Engine ............................ 429
▫ Chassis ........................... 430
378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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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Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and
Park/Turn Light — Models with High Intensity
Discharge Headlights (HID)
HID Headlights
The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
HEADLIGHT switch off and the key removed.Because
of this, you should not attempt to service a headlight
bulb yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your
vehicle to an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of
HID headlights when the HEADLIGHT switch is
turned ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or
electrocution if not serviced properly. See your au-
thorized dealer for service.
NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlights,
when the headlights are turned on, there is a blue hue to
the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after
approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges.
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Jack Location........................... 358
Jack Operation .......................... 360
Jacking Instructions ...................... 360
Jump Starting .......................... 369
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 12
Kicker Sound System ..................... 246
Knee Bolster ............................ 52
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 134
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 42
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether
for CHildren) ......................... 71,72
Latch Plate ............................. 44 Latches
................................ 80
Hood .............................. 129
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 332
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 80
Life of Tires ............................ 316
Light Bulbs .......................... 80,418
Lights .............................. 80,131
Airbag ........................ 60,65,79,175
Anti-Lock ........................... 182
Automatic Headlights ................... 132
Brake Assist Warning ................... 300
Brake Warning ........................ 179
Bulb Replacement ................... 418,419
Courtesy/Reading ................... 135,145
Cruise .............................. 172
Daytime Running ...................... 133
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............134,135
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 300
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ......... 173
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