service indicator DODGE MAGNUM SRT 2008 1.G User Guide

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. (Refer to the paragraph on
“Tread Wear Indicators”). Refer to the “Tire and Loading
Information” 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, handling, and ride of your vehicle. We recommend
that you contact your original equipment or an autho-
rized tire dealer with any questions you may have on tire
specifications or capability.WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that
specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of
unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension
dimensions and performance characteristics, result-
ing in changes to steering, handling, and braking of
your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling
and stress to steering and suspension components.
You could lose control and have an accident resulting
in serious injury or death. Use only the tire and wheel
sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle.
•Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity
than what was originally equipped on your vehicle.
Using a tire with a smaller load index could result in
tire overloading and failure. You could lose control
and have an accident.
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having ad-
equate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
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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 (MIL). 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 authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the “MIL” on could cause
further damage to the emissions control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability. The
vehicle must be serviced before any emissions tests
can be performed.
If the “MIL” is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381
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fused by the 25-amp circuit breaker in cavity 11. The
passenger SEAT switch is fused by the 25-amp circuit
breaker in cavity 12. The door modules, the driver power
WINDOW switch, and the passenger power WINDOW
switch are fused by the 25-amp circuit breaker in cavity
13. If you experience temporary or permanent loss of
these systems, see your authorized dealer for service.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
•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 willensure 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
Optional Door Map Pocket / Cupholder
Lighting........ LED(ServicedatAuthorized Dealer)
NOTE:For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer
for replacement instructions.
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Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light)......................... 382
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 74
Checks, Safety........................... 74
Child Restraint.................... 63,65,69,70
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 67,69
Child Safety Locks........................ 30
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 338
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 410
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 395
Climate Control......................... 258
Clock ........................207,210,226,231
CoinHolder ........................... 157
Cold Weather Operation................... 279
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 257
Compass.............................. 195
Compass Calibration..................... 195
Compass Variance....................... 196Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 189
Connector
UCI ................................ 251
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 251
Console, Floor.......................... 157
Console, Overhead....................... 142
Contract, Service........................ 445
Converter, Catalytic...................... 389
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 400
Cooling System......................... 397
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 399
Coolant Capacity...................... 429
Coolant Level......................398,401
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 401
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 398
Inspection........................... 401
Points to Remember.................... 401
Pressure Cap......................... 400
Radiator Cap......................... 400
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Bulb Replacement...................420,421
Courtesy/Reading...................131,142
Cruise .............................. 175
Daytime Running...................... 129
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............129,130
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 307
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 176
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 178
Exterior.............................. 77
Fog .............................129,179
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 364
Headlight Switch...................... 126
Headlights........................126,423
Headlights On Reminder................. 129
Headlights On With Wipers............128,134
High Beam........................130,179
High Beam Indicator.................... 179
High Beam/Low Beam Select............. 130
Illuminated Entry....................... 20Instrument Cluster..................126,175
Intensity Control....................... 132
Interior..........................131,142
License............................. 428
Lights On Reminder.................... 129
Low Fuel............................ 184
LowTire ............................ 182
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 184
Map Reading......................131,142
Oil Pressure.......................... 179
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness).......... 132
Passing............................. 131
Reading..........................131,142
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 179
Service...........................420,421
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 184
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)........182,327
Traction Control....................... 307
Turn Signal................... 77,129,130,177
462 INDEX

VanityMirror .......................... 86
Voltage............................. 175
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 175
Load Leveling System.................... 168
Loading Vehicle......................344,345
Capacities........................... 345
Tires ............................... 312
Locks................................. 27
Auto Unlock.......................... 29
Automatic Door........................ 28
Child Protection........................ 30
Door................................ 27
Power Door........................... 28
Low Tire Pressure System.................. 327
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)............................ 67,69
Lubrication, Body....................... 395
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 165
Lumbar Support........................ 120Maintenance Free Battery.................. 390
Maintenance, General..................... 384
Maintenance Procedures................... 384
Maintenance Schedule.................... 434
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 152
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 184,382
Manual, Service......................... 447
Map/Reading Lights..................131,142
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 405
Methanol............................. 338
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 189
Mirrors ................................ 83
Automatic Dimming..................... 83
Electric Powered....................... 85
Electric Remote........................ 85
Exterior Folding........................ 85
Heated.............................. 86
Outside.............................. 84
Rearview............................. 83
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Sentry Key Replacement................... 16
Service Assistance....................... 443
Service Contract......................... 445
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator).................... 184
Service Manuals........................ 447
Setting the Clock................207,210,226,231
Settings, Personal........................ 201
Shifting ............................... 281
Automatic Transmission...............281,285
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 44
Shoulder Belts........................... 39
Side Airbag........................... 50,56
Side Curtain (Window Airbag)............... 50
Signals, Turn...................... 77,130,177
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 292
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 323
Snow Tires............................ 324
Sound Systems (Radio).................205,225Spark Plugs.........................388,430
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 430
Oil ................................ 430
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 138
Speedometer........................... 175
Starting............................. 24,277
Automatic Transmission................. 278
Cold Weather......................... 279
Emergency (Jump Starting)............... 371
Engine Fails to Start.................... 280
Remote.............................. 24
Starting and Operating.................... 277
Starting Procedures...................... 277
Steering
Column Controls...................... 129
Column Lock......................... 136
Linkage............................. 395
Power...........................299,394
468 INDEX

Shifting ............................. 281
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 23
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 143
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
Transporting Pets........................ 73
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 320
Trip Odometer.......................... 175
Turn Signals.........................130,177
UCI Connector......................... 251
UConnect™ (Hands-Free Phone)........... 87,225
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 448
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 251
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port...........205,225
Universal Transmitter..................... 143
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 337Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 45
USB Port...........................205,225
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 402
VanityMirrors ........................... 86
Variance, Compass....................... 196
Vehicle Certification Label................. 344
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................313,344,345
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................267,420
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 18
Video Entertainment System
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 247
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 386
Voice Recognition System (VR).............. 113
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 364
INDEX 471
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