radio controls DODGE CHARGER SRT 2006 6.G Owners Manual

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
The HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver replaces up to
three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-
ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized
gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the
push of a button. The Universal Transceiver operates off
your vehicle’s battery and charging system; no batteries
are needed.
NOTE:The HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver is dis-
abled when the Vehicle Theft Alarm is active.
For additional information on HomeLink, call 1–800–
355–3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com.
WARNING!
A moving garage door can cause injury to people and
pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be
seriously or fatally injured. Only use this transceiver
with a garage door opener that has a “stop and
reverse” feature as required by federal safety stan-
dards. This includes most garage door opener mod-
els manufactured after 1982. Do not use a garage
door opener without these safety features it could
cause injury or death. Call toll-free 1–800–355–3515
or, on the Internet at www.homelink.com for safety
information or assistance.
Programming HomeLink
NOTE:
When programming a garage door opener, it is
advised to park outside the garage. It is also recom-
mended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held
transmitter of the device being programmed to
HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmis-
sion of the radio-frequency signal.
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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.
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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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▫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
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 129
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REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the
surface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 o’clock
positions.
Some models feature an Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) with driver-interactive display. It is lo-
cated in the instrument cluster below the speedometer.
The audio mode of the EVIC can display any one of
twelve radio station preset frequencies, CD disc number,
CD track number, tape, or one of 200 Satellite radio
channels depending on which radio is in the vehicle.The VOLUME switch controls the volume of
the sound system. Pressing the top of the
rocker switch will increase the volume and
pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will
decrease the volume.
The AUDIO MODE SELECT button changes
the mode of the radio from AM to FM to Tape
to CD, or to Satellite (SAT) depending on
which radio is in the vehicle.
The FUNCTION SELECT button advances the
radio to the next preset, changes the tape side
being played, or changes the current disc when
used in audio mode.
The SCROLL buttons change selections such as
radio station, CD track, or satellite radio chan-
nel depending on the current mode.
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
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Two Types of Signals
There are two basic types of radio signals... AM or
Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound
causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to
vary... and FM or Frequency Modulation, in which the
frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound.
Electrical Disturbances
Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during
transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude,
and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They
interfere very little with the frequency variations that
carry the FM signal.
AM Reception
AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception
can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines
and neon signs.
FM Reception
Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia-
tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations
can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear,
which is the major feature of FM radio.
NOTE:On vehicles so equipped the radio, steering
wheel radio controls and 6 disc CD/DVD changer if
equipped, will remain active for 10 minutes after the
ignition has been turned off, and the driver door has not
been opened. This feature is programmable through the
electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) — if
equipped. Refer to “Delay Power Off to Accessories Until
Exit” under “Personal Settings” in the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center section for details.
CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE
To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition,
take the following precautions:
1. Do not use cassette tapes longer than C-90; otherwise,
sound quality and tape durability will be greatly dimin-
ished.
2. Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect from
slackness and dust when it is not in use.
3. Keep the cassette tape away from direct sunlight, heat
and magnetic fields such as the radio speakers.
176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition
is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance
does not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during cellular phone operation.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
Climate Controls — Manual
Air Conditioning
The controls for the heating/air conditioning and venti-
lation system in this vehicle consist of a series of rotary
knobs. These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired
interior conditions.
The instrument panel features four dual-vane airflow
registers. Two registers are located on the outer ends of
the instrument panel and two are located in the center of
the instrument panel. These registers can be closed to
partially block airflow.Press this button to turn on and off the air condi-
tioning. Cool dehumidified air comes through the
outlets selected by the mode selector. Press the
button a second time to turn off the air conditioning. The
button includes an LED that illuminates when compres-
sor operation is selected.
Electric Rear Window Defroster
Press this button to turn on the rear window
defroster and the heated side mirrors (if
equipped). An LED in the button will illuminate to
Manual Temperature Controls
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Outlet.............................. 120
Seats............................... 88
Steering............................ 207
Steering, Checking.................... 268
Sunroof............................ 117
Windows............................ 24
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 35
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 33
Programmable Electronic Features..... 112,116,147
Programming Transmitters............. 112,116
Radial Ply Tires........................ 220
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)........ 273
Radio Broadcast Signals.................. 175
Radio Operation..................150,156,178
Radio Remote Controls.................. 174
Radio, Satellite......................... 170
Radio (Sound Systems)................150,156
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 92
Rear Window Defroster.................. 178
Rearview Mirrors........................ 65
Reclining Front Seats..................... 89Recorder, Event Data..................... 48
Recreational Towing..................... 239
Refrigerant............................ 268
Reminder, Seat Belt...................... 34
Remote Keyless Entry.................... 19
Remote Sound System Controls............ 174
Remote Trunk Release.................... 27
Replacement Tires...................... 222
Reporting Safety Defects................. 317
Restraint, Head......................... 91
Restraints, Occupant..................... 28
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck.............. 250
Rotation, Tires......................... 229
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 58
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 58
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 317
Safety Information, Tire.................. 208
Safety Tips............................. 57
Satellite Radio......................... 170
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 172
Schedule, Maintenance................... 298
Seat Belt Maintenance................... 283
330 INDEX