DODGE MAGNUM 2008 1.G Manual Online

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mMirrors...............................85
NInside Day/Night Mirror.................85
NAutomatic Dimming Inside Mirror Ð
If Equipped..........................86
NOutside Mirrors.......................86
NExterior Mirrors Folding Feature Ð
If Equipped..........................87
NDriver's Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer Ð
If Equipped..........................87
NPower Remote-Control Mirrors.............87NHeated Remote Control Mirrors Ð
If Equipped..........................88
NIlluminated Vanity Mirrors Ð If Equipped....88
mHands±Free Communication (UConnectt)Ð
If Equipped............................89
NOperation............................91
NPhone Call Features....................98
NUConnecttSystem Features..............101
NAdvanced Phone Connectivity............106
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NThings You Should Know About Your
UConnecttSystem....................107
NGeneral Information...................116
mSeats................................116
NManual Seats Ð If Equipped.............116
NPower Seats Ð If Equipped..............117
NPower Reclining Seats Ð If Equipped.......118
NLumbar Support Ð If Equipped...........119
NHead Restraints......................120
NHeated Seats Ð If Equipped.............120
NFolding Rear Seat.....................122
mTo Open And Close The Hood.............123
mLights...............................124NHeadlight Switch.....................124
NAutomatic Headlights Ð If Equipped.......125
NHeadlights On With Wipers (Available With
Auto Headlights Only).................126
NHeadlight Time Delay..................126
NDaytime Running Lights Ð If Equipped.....127
NLights-On Reminder...................127
NFog Lights Ð If Equipped...............127
NMulti-Function Lever...................127
NOverhead Console Map/Reading Lights.....128
NInterior Lights.......................129
mWindshield Wipers And Washers............130
NIntermittent Wiper System...............131
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NMist Feature.........................131
NWindshield Washers...................132
NHeadlights On With Wipers (Available With
Auto Headlights Only).................132
NAdding Washer Fluid..................133
mTilt/Telescoping Steering Column...........134
mAdjustable Pedals Ð If Equipped...........135
mElectronic Speed Control..................136
NElectronic Speed Control Operation........136
NTo Activate..........................137
NTo Set At A Desired Speed...............137
NTo Deactivate........................137
NTo Resume Speed.....................138NTo Vary The Speed Setting...............138
NTo Accelerate For Passing...............138
mOverhead Console......................139
NCourtesy/Reading Lights................140
NSunglasses Storage....................140
mGarage Door Opener Ð If Equipped.........140
NProgramming HomeLinkt...............141
NGate Operator/Canadian Programming.....144
NUsing HomeLinkt.....................145
NReprogramming a Single HomeLinktButton . . 145
NSecurity............................145
NTroubleshooting Tips...................145
NGeneral Information...................146
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mPower Sunroof Ð If Equipped.............147
NOpening Sunroof - Express..............148
NClosing Sunroof - Express...............148
NPinch Protect Feature...................148
NPinch Protect Override.................148
NVenting Sunroof - Express...............148
NSunshade Operation...................149
NWind Buffeting.......................149
NSunroof Maintenance...................149
NIgnition Off Operation..................149
NSunroof Fully Closed...................150mElectrical Power Outlets..................150
NElectrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......152
mCup Holders..........................152
NFront Seat Cup Holders.................152
NRear Seat Cup Holders.................153
mStorage..............................154
NConsole Features......................154
NCargo Management System Ð If Equipped . . . 155
mRoof Luggage Rack Ð If Equipped..........163
mLoad Leveling System Ð If Equipped........165
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear
window. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal
and vertical mirror adjustment.Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the
small control under the mirror to the night position
(toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted
while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Adjusting Rearview Mirror
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Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror Ð If Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature
on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
A light, next to the button, will illuminate to indicate
when the dimming feature is activated.CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never
spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the
mirror clean.
Outside Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight
overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
NOTE:The passenger side convex outside mirror will
give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the
lane next to your vehicle.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
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WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your
passenger side convex mirror could cause you to
collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your
inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a
vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror.
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature Ð If Equipped
Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged. The
hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward to
resist damage. The hinge has three detent positions, full
forward, full rearward, and normal.
Driver's Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer Ð If
Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn this feature
on or off by pressing the button at the base of the Inside
Rearview Mirror.
Power Remote-Control Mirrors
The power mirror switch is located on the driver's door
trim panel next to the power door lock switch. A rotary
knob selects the left mirror, right mirror, or off position.
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After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same
direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off
position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror
position.Heated Remote Control Mirrors Ð If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature
is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window
Defrost.
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Ð If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the
mirror cover upward. The light turns on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.
Power Mirror Adjust Switch
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HANDS±FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnectT)Ð
IF EQUIPPED
NOTE: The sales code RER radio contains an inte-
grated Hands-Free Communication (UConnectt) sys-
tem. Refer to your ªNavigation User's Manualº for
UConnecttsystem operating instructions for this radio.UConnecttis a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle
communications system. UConnecttallows you to dial a
phone number with your cellular phone using simple
voice commands (e.g.,9Callº{ªMikeº{ºWork9or9Dialº
{ª248-555-12129). Your cellular phone's audio is trans-
mitted through your vehicle's audio system; the system
will automatically mute your radio when using the
UConnecttsystem.
NOTE:The UConnecttsystem use requires a cellular
phone equipped with the Bluetooth9Hands-Free Profile,9
version 0.96 or higher. See UConnecttwebsite for sup-
ported phones.
NOTE:For UConnecttcustomer support, visit the
following web sites:²www.chrysler.com/uconnect
²www.dodge.com/uconnect
²www.jeep.com/uconnect
Illuminated Vanity Mirror
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²or call 1±877±855±8400
UConnecttallows you to transfer calls between the
system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your
vehicle, and enables you to mute the system's micro-
phone for private conversation.
The UConnecttphone book enables you to store up to 32
names and four numbers per name. Each language has a
separate 32-name phone book accessible only in that
language. This system is driven through your Blue-
toothŸ Hands-Free profile cellular phone. UConnectt
features BluetoothŸ technology - the global standard
that enables different electronic devices to connect to
each other without wires or a docking station, so UCon-
necttworks no matter where you stow your cellular
phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as
your phone is turned on and has been paired to the
vehicle's UConnecttsystem. The UConnecttsystem
allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to system.Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used
with the system at a time. The system is available in
English, Spanish, or French languages (as equipped).
Phone Button
The rearview mirror contains the microphone
for the system (depending on the type of
mirror and radio equipped), and either the
radio or the mirror has the two control buttons
(Phone Button and Voice Recognition Button) that will
enable you to access the system.
Voice Recognition Button
Actual button location may vary with radio.
The individual buttons are described in the
ªOperationº section.
The UConnecttsystem can be used with any Hands-Free
Profile certified BluetoothŸ cellular phone. See UCon-
necttwebsite for supported phones. If your cellular
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