hood release DODGE CHARGER SRT 2007 6.G Owners Manual

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood. First, pull
the hood release lever located under the left side of the
instrument panel.
Next, move to the outside of the vehicle and push the
safety catch to the left. The safety catch is located under
the center front edge of the hood.Use the hood prop rod (if equipped) to secure the hood in
the open position.
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 6
inches (15 cm), and then drop it. This should secure both
latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully
closed, with both latches engaged.
Hood Release Lever
Hood Safety Catch
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS
1 Ð Air Outlet 6 Ð Radio 11 Ð Ignition Switch
2 Ð Instrument Cluster 7 Ð Climate Control 12 Ð Hood Release
3 Ð Hazard Switch 8 Ð Heated Seat Switch* 13 Ð Trunk Release Switch
4 Ð Electronic Stability Program Off Button*
/ Traction Control System Off Button*9 Ð Power Outlet 14 Ð Headlight Switch
5 Ð Glove Box 10 Ð Ash Tray* * If Equipped 122 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

seconds with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to
the floor. Release the accelerator pedal and the key once
the engine is running smoothly. Do not overspeed the
engine.
If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15-
second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal
held to the floor, the ªNORMAL STARTINGº procedure
should be repeated.
After Starting
The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER Ð IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms engine coolant and
permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord
to a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on
the driver side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap that
is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power
Module.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.
Damage to the 110-115 volt electrical cord could
cause electrocution.
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Refer to the ªMaintenance Scheduleº in this manual for
the recommended air conditioning filter replacement
intervals.
Power Steering Ð Fluid Check
Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined
service interval is not required. The fluid should only be
checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are
apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici-
pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through a certified
DaimlerChrysler Dealership.
WARNING!
Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and
with the engine off to prevent injury from moving
parts and to insure accurate fluid level reading. Do
not overfill. Use only manufacturer's recommended
power steering fluid.
If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from allsurfaces. Refer to ªFluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Partsº in this section for the correct fluid type.
Front & Rear Suspension Ball Joints
The suspension ball joints should be inspected for exter-
nal leakage or damage when other maintenance is per-
formed.
Steering Linkage
The tie rod end ball joints should be inspected for
external leakage or damage when other maintenance is
performed.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including seat tracks,
door hinges, trunk hinges, and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation 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.
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Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)..............240,264
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 238
Gasoline (Fuel)........................ 237
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 238
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 125
Fuel............................... 124
Speedometer......................... 124
Tachometer.......................... 124
General Information.................14,20,237
Glass Cleaning......................... 290
Gross Axle Weight Rating................. 244
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............... 244
GVWR............................... 244
Hands-Free Phone (UConnectŸ)............ 65
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 248
Head Restraints......................... 86
Headlights
Cleaning............................ 290
High Beam........................... 93
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 93
Lights On Reminder.................... 92On With Wipers.....................91,97
Passing............................. 93
Switch.............................. 90
Time Delay........................... 91
Heated Seats........................... 86
Heater............................... 175
Heater, Engine Block.................... 192
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . 93
Holder, Cup........................... 114
HomeLinkt(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . 104
Hood Release.......................... 89
Hoses............................... 283
Ignition............................... 11
Key ................................ 11
Ignition Key Removal.................... 11
Illuminated Entry....................... 16
Immobilizer (Sentry Key).................. 12
Infant Restraint.......................46,47
Inflation Pressure Tires................... 129
Information Center, Vehicle............... 132
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 62
Instrument Cluster...................123,124
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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Ignition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IFEQUIPPED Rearming of the SystemTo Arm the SystemTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To unlock the doorsTo lock the doorsTo unlatch the trunkUsing The Panic AlarmProgramming Additional TransmittersBattery ReplacementGeneral InformationDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild Protection Door Lock
WINDOWS Power WindowsWind BuffetingTRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Reminder
System (BeltAlert) Automatic Locking Mode - If EquippedSeat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - AirbagEvent Data Recorder (EDR)Child RestraintBREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY
TIPS Transporting PassengersLock Your VehicleExhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror
Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror - If EquippedOutside MirrorsExterior Mirrors Folding Feature - If EquippedDrivers Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer- If EquippedPower Remote-Control MirrorsHeated Remote Control Mirrors - If EquippedIlluminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationsPhone Call FeaturesUConnect System FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings YouShould Know About Your UConnect SystemSEATS Power SeatsPower Reclining SeatsLumbar Support
Head RestraintsHeated SeatsFolding Rear Seat TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Headlight SwitchAutomatic Headlights - If EquippedHeadlights On with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)Headlight Time DelayDaytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
Lights-on ReminderFog LightsMulti-Function LeverOverhead Console Map/Reading LightsInterior LightsWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper SystemMist FeatureWindshield WashersHeadlights On with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)
Adding Washer FluidTILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Electronic Speed Control OperationTo ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary the Speed Setting
To Accelerate For PassingOVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading LightsSunglasses StorageGARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink) - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkCanadian Programming/Gate ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkErasing HomeLink Buttons
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Opening Sunroof - ExpressClosing Sunroof - ExpressPinch Protect FeaturePinch Protect OverrideVenting Sunroof - ExpressSunshade OperationWind BuffetingSunroof Maintenance
Ignition Off OperationSunroof Fully ClosedELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffCUP HOLDERS Front Seat Cup Holders - StandardFront Seat Cup Holders - PremiumRear Seat Cup HoldersSTORAGE Console FeaturesCargo AreaLOAD
LEVELING SYSTEM UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) DisplaysTrip FunctionsCompass DisplayTelephone - If EquippedNavigation - If EquippedSystem Warnings (Customer Information Features)Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast
SignalsTwo Types of SignalsElectrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES CODE REF - AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITERADIO AND HANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation
Instructions - CD ModeOperation Instructions - Auxiliary ModeOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone - If EquippedOperating Instructions - Satellite Radio - If EquippedSALES CODE RAK - AM/FM/CASSETTE/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO,
HANDS FREE PHONE, VIDEO, MP3, and WMA CAPABILITIES Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperating Instructions - Tape PlayerSeek ButtonFast Forward(FF)Rewind (RW)Tape EjectScan ButtonChanging Tape DirectionMetal Tape SelectionPinch Roller Release
Noise ReductionOperation Instructions - (CD MODE for CD Audio Play)LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)Notes On Playing MP3 FilesOperationInstructions - (CD Mode for MP3 and WMA Audio Play)LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for MP3 and WMA
Play)SALES CODE REC - AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)REC Setting the ClockAudio Clock DisplayVIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE XRV) - IF EQUIPPED Kicker Mobile
Surround (KMS1)SATELLITE RADIO - IF EQUIPPED System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAK RadiosSelecting a ChannelStoring and Selecting Pre-Set ChannelsUsing the PTY
(Program Type) Button (if equipped)PTY Button SCANPTY Button SEEKSatellite AntennaReception QualityREMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS Radio OperationTape Player OperationCD Player OperationSatellite Radio OperationCASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER
MAINTENANCE CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Automatic Temperature Control - If Equipped Operating TipsREAR WINDOW FEATURES Electric Rear
Window DefrosterSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic TransmissionNormal StartingExtremely Cold Weather (below -20 degrees F or-29 degrees C)If Engine Fails To StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - General InformationBrake/Transmission Shift Interlock System5 Speed Automatic TransmissionAUTOSTICK Autostick OperationAutostick General InformationDRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES AccelerationTractionPARKING
BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake SystemPOWER STEERING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)TCS (Traction Control System)BAS (Brake Assist System)ESP (Electronic Stability Program)Synchronizing ESPESP/BAS
Malfunction Indicator Light and ESP/TCS Indicator LightTIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire MarkingsTire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresRadial-Ply TiresTire SpinningTread
Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresAlignment And BalanceTIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tire Rotation - Standard TiresTire Rotation - All Season TiresTIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED Base
System - If EquippedPremium System - If EquippedGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS 6.1L EngineReformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineMaterials Added to FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUEL Fuel
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageVEHICLE LOADING Vehicle Certification LabelGross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)OverloadingLoadingTRAILER TOWING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground)WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS TIREFIT TIRE REPAIR JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES FREEING
A STUCK VEHICLE TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE WITHOUT THE IGNITION KEYTOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground)TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLY
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6.1L ENGINE COMPARTMENT ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose Fuel Filler CapEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Engine OilEngine Oil FilterDrive Belts - Check Condition and TensionSpark PlugsEngine Air Cleaner FilterFuel FilterCatalytic ConverterMaintenance-Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenanceA/C Air Filter - If EquippedPower Steering - Fluid CheckFront and Rear Suspension
Ball JointsSteering LinkageBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesWindshield WashersExhaust SystemCooling SystemHoses And Vacuum/Vapor HarnessesFuel SystemBrake SystemAutomatic TransmissionFront And Rear Wheel BearingsAppearance Care and
Protection from CorrosionCleaning The Center Console Cup HoldersFUSES (POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTERS) Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center)Fuses (Rear Power Distribution Center)VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT
Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, Park/Turn Light, and Front Side Marker LightBackup Light, Side Marker Light, Tail/Turn Light, and Tail/Stop LightLicense LightFLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassis
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES SCHEDULE BSCHEDULE AIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The
AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX