ECU DODGE MAGNUM 2006 1.G Owner's Guide

Brakes
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Suggested service intervals can be found in the Mainte-
nance Schedules section of this manual.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake And Power Steering Hoses
When the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance,
inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of
heat and mechanical damage. Hard and brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive swelling
indicate deterioration of the rubber. Particular attention
should be made to examining those hose surfaces nearest
to high heat sources, such as the exhaust manifold.Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-
plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are
present.
NOTE:Often, fluid such as oil, power steering fluid,
and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera-
tions to facilitate the assembly of hoses to couplings.
Therefore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not
necessarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of
hot fluid when systems are under pressure (during
vehicle operation), should be noted before a hose is
replaced based on leakage.
NOTE:Inspection of brake hoses should be performed
whenever the brake system is serviced and at every
engine oil change. Inspect hydraulic brake hoses for
surface cracking, scuffing, or worn spots. If there is any
evidence of cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, the hose
should be replaced immediately! Eventual deterioration
of the hose can take place resulting in a possibility of a
burst failure.
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9. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the
tail light assembly.
10. Close the liftgate.
License Light
1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia.
2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly and pull the
bulb from the socket.
3. Replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb and socket
assembly.
4. Reattach the light to the rear fascia.
330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 219
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 306
Adding Fuel.......................... 250
Adding Washer Fluid.................103,303
Additives, Fuel........................ 248
Adjustable Pedals....................... 93
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 300
Air Conditioning....................... 187
Air Conditioning Filter................196,301
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 197
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 301
Air Conditioning System................. 187
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 232
Airbag................................ 38
Airbag Deployment....................41,42
Airbag Light....................42,49,59,142
Airbag Maintenance...................... 44
Airbag, Side........................... 44
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........38,44
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 24
Alignment and Balance.................. 238
All Wheel Drive (AWD)...............239,313
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 180
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............306,331
Disposal............................ 308
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 219
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 147
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 24
Appearance Care....................... 314
Auto Down Power Windows............... 28
Auto Up Power Windows................. 28
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 65
Automatic Door Locks..................17,18
Automatic Headlights.................... 98
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 190
Automatic Transmission.........204,209,312,313
Adding Fluid.....................313,333
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 313
Fluid Change........................ 313
Fluid Level Check..................... 312
Fluid Type.......................... 333
Gear Ranges......................... 205
Torque Converter..................... 207
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . . 208
Autostick.......................... 211,216
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Radio (Sound Systems)................160,166
Rear Liftgate........................... 26
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 92
Rear Window Defroster.................. 188
Rearview Mirrors........................ 65
Reclining Front Seats..................... 89
Recorder, Event Data..................... 49
Recreational Towing..................... 265
Refrigerant............................ 301
Reminder, Seat Belt...................... 35
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)............... 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls...... 183
Replacement Tires...................... 237
Reporting Safety Defects................. 355
Restraint, Head......................... 92
Restraints, Occupant..................... 30
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck.............. 280
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack)................ 131
Rotation, Tires......................... 245
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 59
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 60
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 355Safety, Exhaust Gas...................... 27
Safety Information, Tire.................. 223
Safety Tips............................. 59
Satellite Radio......................... 178
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 180
Schedule, Maintenance................... 336
Seat Belt Maintenance................... 317
Seat Belt Reminder...................... 35
Seat Belts.............................. 31
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 34
And Pregnant Women.................. 37
Child Restraint......................51,56
Extender............................ 37
Front Seat............................ 31
Operating Instructions.................. 31
Reminder........................... 144
Seats................................. 88
Heated.............................. 90
Lumbar Support....................... 90
Power.............................. 88
Rear Folding......................... 92
Reclining............................ 89
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............... 24
INDEX 369
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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