DODGE CHARGER SRT 2006 6.G Owners Manual

NOTE:If desired, the power outlet next to the ash tray
receiver (if equipped) can be converted by your autho-
rized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch in
the LOCK position.The center console outlet is powered directly from the
battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into
this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent
engine starting.
Front Power OutletCenter Console Power Outlet
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Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
CAUTION!
•Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not
in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life
and/or prevent engine starting.
•Accessories that draw higher power (i.e. coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the
battery even more quickly. Only use these inter-
mittently and with greater caution.
•After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
alternator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
•Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces-
sory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the
power outlet can cause damage.
CUPHOLDERS
Front Seat Cupholders — Standard
The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the
center console.
Front Seat Cupholders
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Front Seat Cupholders — Premium
The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the
center console.
Push down on the cover as shown to expose the cuphold-
ers. Close the cover when the cupholders are no longer
needed.
Rear Seat Cupholders
The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest
between the rear seats. The cup holders are positioned
forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide
convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while
maintaining a resting place for the rear occupants’ el-
bows.
Front Seat Cupholders
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STORAGE
Console Features
The center console includes a large internal storage bin.
The storage bin has a rubber mat for noise control. The
bin is also large enough to hold a portable AC/DC
converter to power lap tops, games, or other electrical
equipment. Two slots at the top right side of the bin
provide clearance for power cords to pass conveniently
out of the bin with the lid closed. This feature is ideal for
games, laptops, cell phones or other electrical equipment.
A four-slot coin holder can hold US dollar coins or
Canadian one and two-dollar coins, as well as quarters,
dimes and nickels. The bin has a Front-opening lid for
easy access inside by either the driver or front passenger.
There are also two shift bezel cubby bins with rubber
mats for holding small items. For vehicles not equipped
with the navigation radio, an extra storage bin is pro-
vided below the climate controls that holds up to four CD
jewel cases. The inside portion of the arm rest lid contains
a pen holder, a tissue holder, and a tire gauge holder.
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
The tie-downs located on cargo area floor and on the rear
trim panels should be used to safely secure loads when
vehicle is moving.
WARNING!
•Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a
child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or colli-
sion a hook could pull loose and allow the child
seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured.
Use only the anchors provided for child seat
tethers.
•The weight and position of cargo and passengers
can change the vehicle center of gravity and
vehicle handling. To avoid loss of control result-
ing in personal injury, follow these guidelines for
loading your vehicle:
•Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible.
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•Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight
over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the
vehicle to sway.
•Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the
seatback. This could impair visibility or become a
dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision.
WARNING!
To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear
cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes
only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and
use seat belts.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instruments And Controls................130

Instrument Cluster.....................131

Instrument Cluster Descriptions...........132

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). 139
▫Trip Functions.......................141
▫Compass Display.....................142
▫Telephone — If Equipped...............145
▫Navigation — If Equipped...............146
▫System Warnings (Customer Information
Features)...........................147
▫Personal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................147

Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single Disc)
Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And
Hands Free Phone Capability
.............150
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......150
▫Operation Instructions - CD Mode.........153
▫Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode.....155
▫Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone —
If Equipped.........................156
▫Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio —
If Equipped.........................156

Sales Code RAK – AM/FM/Cassette/CD
(6-Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio,
Hands Free Phone, Video, MP3, And WMA
Capabilities
..........................156
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▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......157
▫Operating Instructions — Tape Player.......160
▫Seek Button.........................160
▫Fast Forward (FF).....................160
▫Rewind (RW)........................160
▫Tape Eject...........................161
▫Scan Button.........................161
▫Changing Tape Direction................161
▫Metal Tape Selection...................161
▫Pinch Roller Release...................161
▫Noise Reduction......................161
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................161
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................162
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files.............164▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3
And WMA Audio Play).................166
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 And
WMA Play).........................166

Video Entertainment System
(Sales Code XRV) — If Equipped
..........168

Satellite Radio — If Equipped.............170
▫System Activation.....................170
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID)....................170
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In REF, RAQ, And
RAK Radios.........................171
▫Selecting a Channel....................171
▫Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......172
▫Using The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................172
▫PTY ButtonScan.....................172
▫PTY ButtonSeek.....................172
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▫Satellite Antenna......................172
▫Reception Quality.....................172

Navigation System (Sales Code REC) — If
Equipped
............................173
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................173

Remote Sound System Controls...........174
▫Radio Operation......................175
▫Tape Player.........................175
▫CD Player..........................175
▫Satellite............................175

Radio General Information...............175
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................175
▫Two Types Of Signals..................176
▫Electrical Disturbances..................176
▫AM Reception.......................176▫FM Reception........................176

Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance......176

CD/DVD Disc Maintenance..............177

Radio Operation And Cellular Phones.......178

Climate Controls......................178
▫Climate Controls — Manual..............178
▫Automatic Temperature Control —
If Equipped.........................181
▫Summer Operation....................186
▫Winter Operation.....................187
▫Vacation Storage......................187
▫Window Fogging.....................187
▫Outside Air Intake....................187
▫A/C Air Filter — If Equipped............187
▫Operating Tips.......................188
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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