service indicator DODGE MAGNUM 2006 1.G User Guide

Life of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying
factors including but not limited to:
•Driving style
•Tire pressure
•Distance driven
WARNING!
Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure.
You could lose control and have an accident result-
ing in serious injury or death.
Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact
with oil, grease and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu-
facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva-
lent to the originals in size, quality and performance
when replacement is needed (see the paragraph on tread
wear indicators). Refer to the Tire and Loading Informa-
tion placard for the size designation of your tire. The
service description and load identification will be found
on the original equipment tire. Failure to use equivalent
replacement tires may adversely affect the safety, han-
dling, and ride of your vehicle. We recommend that you
contact your original equipment or an authorized tire
dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifi-
cations or capability.
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM—OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the“Malfunction Indicator Light.”It will
also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your dealer for service as soon as
possible.CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the“Malfunction Indicator
Light”on could cause further damage to the emis-
sion control system. It could also affect fuel economy
and driveability. The vehicle must be serviced before
any emissions tests can be performed.
If the“Malfunction Indicator Light”is flashing
while the engine is running, severe catalytic con-
verter damage and power loss will soon occur. Im-
mediate service is required.
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EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light)
is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.
Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn off
the ignition key or start the engine. This means that
your vehicle’s OBD system isnot readyand you
shouldnotproceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or
start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD
system isreadyand you can proceed to the I/M
station.
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
You may:
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS—Interior Bulb Number
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights.............. W5W
Rear Compartment (Liftgate) Light............ 578
Overhead Console Reading Lights............. 578
Visor Vanity Lights.....................A6220
Glove Box Light......................... 194
Door Courtesy.......................... 562
Shift Indicator Light.................JKLE14140
NOTE:For lighted switches, see your dealer for re-
placement 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.
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Key-In Reminder........................ 12
Keyless Entry System..................... 20
Keys................................. 11
Knee Bolster........................... 38
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 31
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)..... 55
Latch Plate............................ 32
Latches
Hood............................... 94
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 246
Life of Tires........................... 237
Liftgate............................... 26
Lights..............................60,95
Airbag.......................42,49,59,142
Anti-Lock........................... 147
Automatic Headlights................... 98
Brake Warning....................... 145
Bulb Replacement..................... 325
Courtesy/Reading..................... 95
Daytime Running...................... 99
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 97Engine Temperature Warning............ 143
Fog .............................100,144
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 268
Headlight Switch...................... 98
Headlights........................... 98
Headlights On With Wipers...........99,101
High Beam Indicator................... 143
Illuminated Entry...................... 15
Instrument Cluster..................... 98
Interior.............................. 96
License............................. 330
Lights On Reminder.................... 99
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)...... 147
Oil Pressure......................... 143
Reading............................ 112
Seat Belt Reminder.................... 144
Service..........................325,326
Service Engine Soon
(Malfunction Indicator).................. 147
Turn Signal........................97,100
Voltage............................. 144
Load Leveling System................... 133
Loading Vehicle.....................252,253
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Capacities........................... 253
Tires ............................... 227
Locks
Door............................... 15
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 55
Lubrication, Body....................... 302
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................ 131
Lumbar Support........................ 90
Maintenance Free Battery................. 299
Maintenance Procedures.................. 291
Maintenance Schedule................... 336
Schedule“A”........................ 347
Schedule“B”........................ 339
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)......................147,289
Manual, Service........................ 355
Mini-Trip Computer..................... 150
Mirrors............................... 65
Automatic Dimming.................... 65
Electric Remote....................... 67
Exterior Folding....................... 66Heated.............................. 67
Outside............................. 66
Rearview............................ 65
Vanity.............................. 67
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............. 239
Mopar Parts........................290,354
Multi-Displacement Engine System.......... 223
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 97
Navigation System...................... 182
New Vehicle Break-In Period............... 58
Occupant Classification System (OCS)........ 45
Occupant Restraints...................... 30
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............. 246
Oil, Engine.........................291,332
Capacity............................ 331
Change Interval...................... 293
Checking........................291,292
Disposal............................ 295
Filter...........................296,332
Filter Disposal....................... 295
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Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........306,332
Self-Sealing Tires....................... 239
Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................. 12
Service Assistance...................... 352
Service Contract........................ 354
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator).................. 147
Service Manuals........................ 355
Setting the Clock.................161,167,183
Settings, Personal....................... 155
Shift Speeds........................... 204
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage............. 34
Side Airbag............................ 44
Signals, Turn.......................... 142
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 279
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................ 244
Snow Tires............................ 245
Spare Tire.......................234,235,271
Spark Plugs........................... 296
Speed Control (Cruise Control)............. 109
Speedometer.......................... 141
Starting.............................. 202
Engine Fails to Start................... 203Starting and Operating................... 202
Steering
Linkage............................ 302
Power...........................222,302
Tilt Column......................... 104
Wheel, Tilt.......................... 104
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................ 183
Storage...........................125,325
Storage, Vehicle.....................196,325
Storing Your Vehicle..................... 325
Sun Roof............................. 118
Sunglasses Storage...................... 112
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 38
System, Navigation..................... 182
Tachometer........................... 141
Telescoping Steering Column.............. 104
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)....... 190
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant......141,269
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............... 24
Theft System (Security Alarm).............. 24
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo.................. 130
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Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 259
Wiring............................. 262
Trailer Towing Guide.................... 257
Trailer Weight......................... 257
Transmission.......................... 312
Automatic.....................204,209,312
Fluid.............................. 333
Shifting............................ 204
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry)................... 24
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink) .......................... 113
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)...... 20
Transporting Pets........................ 58
Tread Wear Indicators................... 236
Trip Odometer Reset Button............... 141
Turn Signals........................100,142
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 356
Universal Transmitter.................... 113
Unleaded Gasoline...................... 246
Vanity Mirrors.......................... 67Variance, Compass...................... 152
Vehicle Certification Label................ 252
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).......... 6
Vehicle Loading..................228,252,253
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 7
Vehicle Storage......................196,325
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)......... 24
Video Entertainment System
(Rear Seat Video System)................. 181
Warning Flasher, Hazard................. 268
Warnings and Cautions.................... 6
Warranty Information.................... 354
Washer, Adding Fluid.................103,303
Washers, Windshield.................... 102
Washing Vehicle........................ 315
Wheel Alignment and Balance............. 238
Wheel and Wheel Trim................... 316
Wheel Bearings........................ 314
Wind Buffeting......................29,120
Window Airbag (Side Curtain)............38,44
Window Fogging....................190,196
Windows.............................. 27
372 INDEX