DODGE MAGNUM 2008 1.G Owners Manual

Cargo Organizer
The optional cargo organizer can also be placed into the
lower load floor. Lift the handle and pull to open the
cargo organizer.
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.
Cargo Organizer Handle
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WARNING!
²Cargo 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.
²The weight and position of cargo and passengers
can change the vehicle center of gravity and ve-
hicle handling. To avoid loss of control resulting
in personal injury, follow these guidelines for
loading your vehicle:
²Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible.
²Place 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.
²Do 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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ROOF LUGGAGE RACK Ð IF EQUIPPED
The roof luggage rack consists of side rails and adjustable
crossbars. The roof luggage rack is designed to carry up
to 150 lbs (68 kg) of cargo uniformly distributed over
both crossbars.
When loading cargo on the roof luggage rack, distribute
the cargo weight evenly on the crossbars. The roof
luggage rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle.Be sure that the total load of
cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack
does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.
Refer to the ªTire and Loading Informationº placard for
more information about cargo and load capacity. The
placard is located on either the driver's side ªBº pillar or
the driver door.
To adjust, remove, or install the crossbars, proceed as
follows:1. Flip the lever on the end of the crossbar upward.
2. Turn the lever counter clockwise to loosen the lower
clamp. When the lower clamp is loose, turn it until the
round side of the clamp completely faces away from the
side rail.
Roof Luggage Rack
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3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the opposite clamp on the
other side of the crossbar.
4. Pick up the crossbar and move it to the desired
location. Do not place the crossbar directly over the
sunroof glass (if equipped).
5. Turn the lower clamp until the round side of the clamp
completely faces the side rail.
6. Turn the lever clockwise to tighten the lower clamp to
the side rail. When tight, flip the lever downward.
7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 on the opposite clamp on the
other side of the crossbar.
8. Attempt to move the crossbar to ensure that it is
locked in position.
NOTE:To reduce the amount of wind noise when the
crossbars are not in use, remove both crossbars from the
side rails and place them inside the vehicle.CAUTION!
²To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do
not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of
150 lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as
evenly as possible and secure the load appropri-
ately.
²Long loads, which extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with
large frontal area should be secured to both the
front and rear of the vehicle.
²Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully
when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof
rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or nearby
truck traffic, can add sudden upward loads. This is
especially true on large flat loads and may result in
damage to the cargo or your vehicle.
²Do not use the pop-up feature of the sliding /
pop-up roof when positioning or placing luggage
above it, to prevent damage to the sliding / pop-up
roof panel.
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WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per-
sonal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof
Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.
LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM Ð IF EQUIPPED
The automatic load leveling system will provide a level-
riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading
conditions.A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers
raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes
approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling
to complete depending on road surface conditions.
If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15
hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The
vehicle must be driven to reset the system.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
mInstrument Panel And Controls.............171
mBase Instrument Cluster..................172
mPremium Instrument Cluster Ð If Equipped....173
mInstrument Cluster Descriptions............174
mElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ±
If Equipped...........................185
NElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays............................187
NOil Change Required...................188
NTrip Functions.......................188NCompass Display.....................191
NTelephone Ð If Equipped...............193
NNavigation Ð If Equipped...............195
NPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................196
mRadio General Information................200
NRadio Broadcast Signals.................200
NTwo Types Of Signals..................200
NElectrical Disturbances..................2004

NAM Reception.......................200
NFM Reception........................200
mSales Code REN Ð Multimedia System Ð
If Equipped...........................201
NOperating Instructions Ð Satellite Radio
(If Equipped)........................202
NOperating Instructions Ð Hands-Free
Communication (UConnectŸ) (If Equipped) . . 202
NClock Setting Procedure.................202
mSales Code REQ Ð AM/FM Stereo Radio And
6±Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX
Jack)................................204
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......205
NOperation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD
And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video)....213NNotes On Playing MP3/WMA Files........215
NList Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play)..............................217
NInfo Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play)..............................217
mSales Code RER Ð Multimedia System Ð
If Equipped...........................219
NOperating Instructions Ð Satellite Radio.....221
NOperating Instructions Ð Hands-Free
Communication (UConnectŸ) (If Equipped) . . 221
NClock Setting Procedure.................221
mSales Code RES Ð AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)................223
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......224
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NOperation Instructions - CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play..................229
NNotes On Playing MP3 Files.............232
NList Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......234
NInfo Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......234
mSatellite Radio (RSC) Ð If Equipped
(RER/REQ/REN Radios Only).............236
NSystem Activation.....................236
NElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................236
NSelecting Satellite Mode.................237
NSatellite Antenna......................237
NReception Quality.....................237
NOperating Instructions - Satellite Mode......237NOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone
(If Equipped)........................240
NOperating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VESŸ) (If Equipped).............240
mVideo Entertainment System Ð If Equipped....240
mUniversal Consumer Interface (UCI) Ð
If Equipped...........................242
NConnecting The iPodtDevice............243
NControlling The iPodtUsing Radio Buttons . . . 243
NPlay Mode..........................243
NList Or Browse Mode..................245
mRemote Sound System Controls.............247
mCD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............248
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones........249
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mClimate Controls.......................249
NManual Air Conditioning And Heating
System.............................249
NAutomatic Temperature Control Ð
If Equipped.........................252
NOperating Tips.......................257mRear Window Features...................260
NRear Wiper Operation..................260
NRear Washer Operation.................260
NAdding Washer Fluid..................261
NElectric Rear Window Defroster...........262
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