radio DODGE MAGNUM SRT 2008 1.G Owner's Manual

STORAGE
Console Features
The center console contains two shift bezel cubby bins
with rubber mats for holding small items. For vehicles
not equipped with navigation radio, the console also
contains an extra storage bin located below the climate
control, which holds up to four CD jewel cases.
Without Vehicle Entertainment System (VES)
Two separate storage compartments are also located
underneath the armrest.
1 — Release button for bottom compartment
2 — Release button for top compartment
3 — Top Compartment
4 — Bottom Compartment. You can access this compartment
directly, without first exposing the upper compartment, by oper-
ating the Release Button for the bottom compartment with the
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instrument Panel And Controls.............173

Premium Instrument Cluster...............174

Instrument Cluster Descriptions............175

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . 185
▫Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays............................187
▫Trip Functions.......................189
▫Performance Pages — If Equipped.........191
▫Compass Display.....................195▫Telephone — If Equipped...............197
▫Navigation — If Equipped...............199
▫Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) –
If Equipped.........................200
▫System Warnings (Customer Information
Features)...........................200
▫Personal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................201

Radio General Information................204
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................2044

▫Two Types Of Signals..................204
▫Electrical Disturbances..................205
▫AM Reception.......................205
▫FM Reception........................205

Sales Code REN — Multimedia System — If
Equipped............................205
▫Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (If
Equipped)..........................206
▫Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition
System (VR) (If Equipped)...............206
▫Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped) . . . 206
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................207
Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And
6–Disc CD/DVD Changer
(MP3/WMA AUX Jack)..................209
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......209
▫Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD And
MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video).......217
▫NotesOnPlayingMP3/WMAFiles ........219
▫List Button (Disc Mode For
MP3/WMA Play).....................222
▫Info Button (Disc Mode For
MP3/WMA Play).....................222

Sales Code RER — Multimedia System —
If Equipped...........................225
▫Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio.....226
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▫Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped) . . . 226
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................226

Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With CD
Player (MP3 AUX Jack)..................229
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......229
▫Operation Instructions - CD Mode For CD And
MP3 Audio Play......................235
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files.............237
▫List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......240
▫Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......240

Satellite Radio (RSC) — If Equipped
(RER/REQ/REN Radios Only).............242
▫System Activation.....................242▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................243
▫Selecting Satellite Mode.................243
▫Satellite Antenna......................243
▫Reception Quality.....................244
▫Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode......244
▫Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone
(If Equipped)........................246
▫Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VES™) (If Equipped).............246

Sirius Backseat TV™ — If Equipped.........247

Video Entertainment System (VES)—
If Equipped...........................247
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▫Kicker13-Speaker High Performance Sound
System With Driver-Selectable Surround
(DSS) – If Equipped...................250
▫KickerMobile Surround (KMS1)–
If Equipped.........................250

Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) —
If Equipped...........................251
▫Connecting The iPodDevice............251
▫Controlling The iPodUsing Radio Buttons . . . 252
▫Play Mode..........................252
▫List Or Browse Mode..................254

Remote Sound System Controls.............255

CD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............257
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones........257

Climate Controls.......................258
▫Manual Air Conditioning And
Heating System......................258
▫Automatic Temperature Control —
If Equipped.........................260
▫Operating Tips.......................266

Rear Window Features...................269
▫Rear Wiper Operation..................269
▫Rear Washer Operation.................269
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................270
▫Electric Rear Window Defroster...........271
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS
1 — Air Outlet 7 — Radio 13 — Ignition Switch
2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Climate Control 14 — Hood Release
3 — Rear WIPER/WASHER Switch 9 — HEATED SEAT Switch* 15 — HEADLIGHT Switch
4 — HAZARD Switch 10 — Power Outlet * If Equipped
5 — Electronic Stability Program OFF Button* 11 — Ash Tray*
6 — Glove Box 12 — Storage Compartment*
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Trip Odometer Button
Press this button to change the display from odometer to
either of two trip odometer settings. The letter “A” or “B”
will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and
hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer
to 0 mi (km). The odometer must be in TRIP mode to
reset it.
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light
This light will turn on when the electronic
speed control is ON. (See page 138 for more
information.)5. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions per minute (RPM. x 1000) for each
gear range. Ease up on the accelerator before reaching the
red area.
6. Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should turn on when the
ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly
as a bulb check. If the light stays on or turns on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices (i.e., radio) or slightly increase engine
speed (if at idle). If the light remains on, it means that the
charging system is experiencing a problem. See your
local authorized dealer to obtain service immediately.
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Press the AUDIO MODE button to select the
Compass/Temp/Audio screen. Along with
compass reading and outside temperature, this
screen will display radio and media mode
information depending on which radio is in the
vehicle. Refer to “Remote Sound System Con-
trols” in this section.
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays
When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays
the following messages:
•Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime if
the vehicle is driven more than 1 mi [1.6 km] with
either turn signal on)
•Left Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime)
•Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime)
•Right Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single
chime)
•Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime)
•RKE Battery Low (with a single chime)
•Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not in PARK
•Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more, with a single
chime if speed is above 1 mph [1.6 km/h])
•Left/Right Rear Door Ajar (one or more, with a single
chime if speed is above 1 mph [1.6 km/h])
•Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in
motion)
•Liftgate Ajar (with a single chime)
•Low Washer Fluid (with a single chime)
•Oil Pressure
AUDIO
MODE
Button
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Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) – If
Equipped
Press and release the MENU button until “Surround
Sound” displays in the EVIC. The EVIC provides infor-
mation on the current surround mode.
•Stereo
•Video Surround
•Audio Surround
While in the Surround Sound menu, press the FUNC-
TION SELECT button to change surround modes. The
Video Surround Mode will only be available for video
media sources (DVDs, Video CDs, or other video media
supported by the radio).
System Warnings (Customer Information
Features)
Press and release the MENU button until “SYSTEM
WARNINGS” displays in the EVIC. Then, press the
SCROLL button to display anyone of the following
choices.
•Oil Temperature
Shows the actual oil temperature.
•Oil Pressure
Shows the actual oil pressure.
•Tire Pressure
Shows the actual tire pressure for each tire (EXCLUDING
THE SPARE TIRE).
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NOTE:Turning the headlights on during the daytime
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the
brightness, refer to “Lights” in Section 3.
“Delay Turning Headlights Off”
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press
and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “0,”
“30,” “60,” or “90” appears.
“Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock”
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked with the RKE transmitter. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until “OFF,” “30 sec.,” “60 sec.,” or “90 sec.” appears.
“Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit”
When this feature is selected, the power WINDOW
switches, radio, hands-free system (if equipped), DVD
video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped),
and power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes
after the ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening a vehicle
door will cancel this feature. To make your selection,
press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until
“Off,” “45 sec.,” “5 min.,” “10 min.,” “30 min.,” or “60
min.” appears.
“Confirmation of Voice Commands” — If
Equipped
When ON is selected, all voice commands from the
UConnectsystem are confirmed. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
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