key DODGE MAGNUM 2008 1.G Repair Manual

Audio Systems (Radio).................201,219
Auto Down Power Windows................ 35
Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 31
Auto Up Power Windows.................. 36
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 86
Automatic Door Locks...................30,31
Automatic Headlights.................... 125
Automatic Oil Change Indicator..........179,188
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 252
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 415
Automatic Transmission...........275,280,414,415
Adding Fluid......................415,440
Autostick.........................283,286
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 415
Fluid Change......................... 415
Fluid Level Check...................... 414
Fluid Type........................... 440
Gear Ranges.......................275,281Overdrive........................... 277
Shifting..........................275,280
Special Additives...................... 415
Torque Converter...................... 279
Automatic Transmission Limp Home
Mode...........................280,284,285
Autostick...........................283,286
Axle Fluid............................. 440
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 440
Ball Joints............................. 402
Battery............................... 398
Emergency Starting..................... 373
Jump Starting......................... 373
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Location..........................374,398
Bearings.............................. 416
Belts, Drive............................ 395
Belts, Seat............................42,78
INDEX 461
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Heater............................... 249
Heater, Engine Block..................... 271
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 128
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 346
Holder, Coin........................... 154
Holder, Cup........................... 152
HomeLinkt(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 140
Hood Release.......................... 123
Hoses.............................410,411
Ignition............................... 14
Key ...............................12,14
Ignition Key Removal..................... 14
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Indicator, Traction Control................. 296
Infant Restraint........................66,67
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 182Information Center, Vehicle................. 185
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 85
Instrument Cluster.................172,173,174
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 171
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 420
Interior Appearance Care.................. 418
Interior Fuses.......................... 421
Interior Lights.......................... 129
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........131,260
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 364
Jack Operation.......................... 366
Jacking Instructions...................... 366
Jump Starting.......................... 373
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
INDEX 469
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Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 52
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 128
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 42
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................70,71
Latch Plate............................. 43
Latches................................ 79
Hood............................... 123
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 332
Leaks, Fluid............................ 79
Life of Tires............................ 317
Liftgate................................ 39
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer..........260,404
Light Bulbs..........................79,429
Lights..............................79,124Airbag........................58,63,78,177
Anti-Lock.........................183,294
Automatic Headlights................... 125
Brake Assist Warning................... 301
Brake Warning.....................180,292
Bulb Replacement...................429,430
Courtesy/Reading...................128,140
Cruise.............................. 174
Daytime Running...................... 127
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............127,128
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator...........................299,301
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 175
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 177
Exterior.............................. 79
Fog .............................127,178
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 360
Headlight Switch...................... 124
Headlights........................... 124
470 INDEX

Pedals, Adjustable....................... 135
Personal Settings........................ 196
Pets.................................. 75
Phone, Cellular....................89,219,221
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnectŸ)........89,219,221
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 307
Port
Universal Serial Bus (USB).............201,219
USB .............................201,219
Power
Brakes.............................. 292
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 421
Door Locks........................... 30
Mirrors.............................. 87
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 150
Seats............................... 117
Steering............................. 295
Steering, Checking..................... 402
Sunroof............................. 147Windows............................. 35
Power Steering Fluid..................402,440
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 51
Preparation for Jacking.................... 363
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 48
Programmable Electronic Features............ 196
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 314
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 408
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 200
Radio, Navigation....................... 219
Radio Operation...................202,221,249
Radio Remote Controls.................... 247
Radio, Satellite..............201,202,219,221,236
Radio (Sound Systems).................201,219
Rear Cup Holder........................ 153
474 INDEX

Rear Liftgate............................ 39
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 122
Rear Washer Fluid....................... 261
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 416
Rear Window Defroster................... 262
Rear Window Features.................... 260
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 260
Rearview Mirrors........................ 85
Reception, Radio........................ 200
Reclining Front Seats..................... 118
Recorder, Event Data...................... 64
Recreational Towing...................... 357
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 333
Refrigerant............................ 401
Release, Hood.......................... 123
Reminder, Lights On..................... 127
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 49
Remote Control
Starting System........................ 26Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 247
Remote Starting System.................... 26
Replacement Bulbs....................... 429
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 389
Replacement Tires....................... 318
Reporting Safety Defects................... 453
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........179,188
Restraint, Head......................... 120
Restraints, Child......................... 66
Restraints, Occupant...................... 41
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 376
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack)................. 163
Rotation, Tires.......................... 321
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 78
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 453
Safety, Exhaust Gas.....................40,77
INDEX 475
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Safety Information, Tire................... 302
Safety Tips............................. 76
Satellite Radio...............201,202,219,221,236
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 237
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 442
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 420
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 49
Seat Belts..........................41,42,78
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 47
And Pregnant Women................... 51
Child Restraint...................66,67,68,73
Extender............................. 51
Front Seat..........................42,43
Inspection............................ 78
Operating Instructions................... 43
Pretensioners.......................... 48
Rear Seat............................. 42
Reminder............................ 178
Untwisting Procedure.................... 48Seats................................. 116
Adjustment.......................... 116
Head Restraints....................... 120
Heated............................. 120
Height Adjustment..................... 117
Lumbar Support....................... 119
Power.............................. 117
Rear Folding......................... 122
Reclining............................ 118
Seatback Release....................... 122
Tilting.............................. 117
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............18,182
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........406,438
Selection of Oil......................... 393
Self-Sealing Tires........................ 320
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 15
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement................... 16
Service Assistance....................... 450
476 INDEX

Wiring.............................. 353
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 347
Trailer Weight.......................... 347
Transfer Case........................... 415
Fluid............................415,440
Maintenance.......................... 416
Transmission........................... 414
Automatic...................271,275,280,414
Fluid............................... 440
Range Indicator....................275,281
Shifting............................. 271
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 140
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
Transporting Pets........................ 75
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 317Trip Odometer.......................174,179
Turn Signals.........................128,176
UCI Connector......................... 242
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone)...........89,219
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 456
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 242
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port...........201,219
Universal Transmitter..................... 140
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 332
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 48
USB Port...........................201,219
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 410
Vanity Mirrors........................... 88
Variance, Compass....................... 192
Vehicle Certification Label................. 339
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................308,339,341
480 INDEX

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
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)Fob with Integrated KeyTip Start FeatureIgnition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key (Fob) ProgrammingGeneral InformationSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming of the
SystemTo Arm the SystemTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To unlock the doorsTo lock the doorsUsing The Panic AlarmProgramming Additional TransmittersTransmitter Battery ServiceGeneral InformationREMOTE
STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED How To Use Remote StartDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild Protection Door LockWINDOWS Power WindowsWind BuffetingLIFTGATE 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 RestraintENGINE BREAK-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 MirrorAutomatic Dimming Inside Mirror - If EquippedOutside MirrorsExterior Mirrors FoldingFeature - If EquippedDrivers Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer - If EquippedPower Remote-Control MirrorsHeated
Remote Control Mirrors - If EquippedIlluminated Vanity Mirrors - If EquippedHANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call FeaturesUConnect System FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your
UConnect SystemGeneral InformationSEATS Manual Seats - If EquippedPower Seats - If EquippedPower Reclining Seats - If EquippedLumbar Support - If EquippedHead RestraintsHeated Seats - If EquippedFolding 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 - If EquippedLights-on ReminderFog Lights - If EquippedMulti-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 SettingTo Accelerate For PassingOVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading LightsSunglasses
StorageGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkGate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkReprogramming a Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Opening
Sunroof - ExpressClosing Sunroof - ExpressPinch Protect FeaturePinch Protect OverrideVenting Sunroof - ExpressSunshade OperationWind BuffetingSunroof MaintenanceIgnition Off OperationSunroof Fully ClosedELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Electrical Outlet Use
With Engine OffCUP HOLDERS Front Seat Cup HoldersRear Seat Cup HoldersSTORAGE Console FeaturesCargo Management System - If EquippedROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED UNDERSTANDING YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - IF EQUIPPED INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) DisplaysOil Change RequiredTrip FunctionsCompass DisplayTelephone - If EquippedNavigation - If EquippedPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast Signals
Two Types of SignalsElectrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES CODE REN - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)Clock
Setting ProcedureSALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)Notes On Playing
MP3/WMA FilesLIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)SALES CODE RER - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Satellite RadioOperating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect)
(If Equipped)Clock Setting ProcedureSALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio PlayNotes On Playing MP3 FilesLIST Button (CD Mode
for MP3 Play)INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)SATELLITE RADIO (RSC) - IF EQUIPPED (RER/REQ/REN RADIOS ONLY) System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID)Selecting Satellite ModeSatellite AntennaReception Quality
Operating Instructions - Satellite ModeOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped)VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) -
IF EQUIPPED Connecting the iPod DeviceControlling the iPod using Radio ButtonsPlay ModeList or Browse ModeREMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS CD/DVD DISCMAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual
Air Conditioning and Heating System Automatic Temperature Control - If Equipped Operating TipsREAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Wiper OperationRear Washer OperationAdding Washer FluidElectric Rear Window DefrosterSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING
PROCEDURES Automatic TransmissionNormal Starting (Tip Start)Extremely 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 System4 Speed Automatic Transmission5 Speed Automatic TransmissionAUTOSTICK - IF EQUIPPED Autostick OperationALL WHEEL DRIVE - IF EQUIPPED DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES AccelerationTraction
DRIVING THROUGH WATER Flowing/Rising WaterShallow Standing WaterPARKING BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake System - If EquippedPOWER STEERING MULTI DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) - 5.7L Engine Only TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS)
- IF EQUIPPED BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM (BAS) - IF EQUIPPED ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP) - IF EQUIPPED Synchronizing ESPESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator and ESP/TCS Indicator LightsTIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification
Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresRadial-Ply TiresCompact Spare Tire -If EquippedLimited Use Spare - If EquippedTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresAlignment
And BalanceSELF-SEALING TIRES - IF EQUIPPED TIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED Base System - If EquippedPremium System - If EquippedGeneral InformationFUEL
REQUIREMENTS 2.7L Engine3.5L and 5.7L EnginesReformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineMaterials Added to FuelFuel SystemCautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
VEHICLE LOADING Vehicle Certification LabelGross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)OverloadingLoadingTRAILER TOWINGCommon Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsRECREATIONAL 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 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Preparations For JackingJack Location/Spare Tire StowageJacking and Changing aTireCompact Spare TireWheel Cover or Center Cap Installation (If Required)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 DOLLYMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.5L ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD IILoose 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 LubricationWiper BladesWindshield Washers/Rear Window WasherExhaust SystemCooling SystemHoses and Vacuum/Vapor HarnessesFuel
SystemBrake SystemAutomatic TransmissionAll Wheel Drive (AWD) - If EquippedFront 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, and Park/Turn LightTail/Stop, Turn Signal Light, and Backup LightLicense LightFLUIDS
AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassisMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance IntervalsIF 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