2005 DODGE MAGNUM Owners Manual

SAFETY TIPS
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)
follow the safety tips below.
Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined
areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or
out of the area.
If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
WARNING!
If you are required to drive with the trunk open,
make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
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Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it
checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake
fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and
corrected immediately.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

Mirrors..............................62
▫Inside Day/Night Mirror.................62
▫Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror—If
Equipped............................62
▫Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer—If
Equipped............................63
▫Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature—If
Equipped............................63
▫Outside Mirror—Driver’s Side............63
▫Outside Mirror—Passenger’s Side..........63
▫Power Remote-Control Mirrors.............64
▫Heated Remote Control Mirrors—If
Equipped............................64▫Illuminated Vanity Mirrors—If Equipped....64

Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™)—If
Equipped
.............................65
▫Operation............................66
▫Phone Call Features....................72
▫UConnect™System Features..............74
▫Advanced Phone Connectivity.............77
▫Things You Should Know About Your
UConnect™System.....................78

Seats................................84
▫Power Seats..........................84
▫Power Reclining Seats...................85
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▫Lumbar Support.......................85
▫Heated Seats—If Equipped...............85
▫Head Restraints.......................86
▫Folding Rear Seat......................87

Adjustable Pedals—If Equipped...........88

To Open And Close The Hood.............89

Lights...............................91
▫Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights......91
▫Interior Lights........................91
▫Headlight Switch......................92
▫Multi-Function Lever....................93
▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights..............................93
▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)......94
▫Lights-On Reminder....................94
▫Headlight Time Delay...................94▫Fog Lights—If Equipped................94
▫Turn Signals..........................94
▫Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch..........95
▫Flash To Pass.........................95

Windshield Wipers And Washers...........95
▫Windshield Wiper Operation—Front ........95
▫Windshield Wiper Operation—Rear........96
▫Windshield Washers....................96
▫Adding Washer Fluid...................97

Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column...........98

Traction Control System (TCS)—If Equipped..98

Brake Assist System (BAS)—If Equipped....100

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)—If
Equipped
............................101
▫Synchronizing ESP....................103

Electronic Speed Control.................103
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▫To Activate..........................104
▫To Set At A Desired Speed...............104
▫To Deactivate........................104
▫To Resume Speed.....................104
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............104
▫To Accelerate For Passing...............105

Overhead Console—If Equipped..........106
▫Courtesy/Reading Lights................106
▫Sunglasses Storage....................106

Garage Door Opener—If Equipped........107
▫Programming Homelink................107
▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 110
▫Using Homelink......................111
▫Erasing Homelink Buttons...............111
▫Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button . . . 111▫Security............................111

Power Sunroof—If Equipped............112
▫Express Open Feature..................113
▫Wind Buffeting.......................114
▫Sunroof Maintenance...................114

Electrical Power Outlets.................115
▫Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......117

Cupholders..........................117
▫Front Seat Cupholders..................117
▫Rear Seat Cupholders..................118

Storage..............................118
▫Console Features......................118
▫Cargo Management System—If Equipped . . . 119

Roof Luggage Rack—If Equipped.........125

Load Leveling System—If Equipped.......126
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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 adjustment of the mirror.
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).
Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror—If Equipped
If the switch is in the“AUTO”position the mirror will
automatically adjust for annoying headlight glare from
vehicles behind you. The mirror will normally be in the
“AUTO”mode unless“OFF”is pressed on the switch at
the base of the mirror. A green light in the base of the
mirror will illuminate to indicate when this feature is on.
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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.
Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer—If
Equipped
The driver’s side outside mirror automatically adjusts for
annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. This
feature can be turned on or off by pressing the button at
the base of the Inside Rearview Mirror.
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature—If Equipped
Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged and
may move either forward or rearward to resist damage.
The hinges have three detent positions; full forward, full
rearward, and normal.
Outside Mirror—Driver’s Side
Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of
traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the
inside mirror.
Outside Mirror—Passenger’s Side
Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the
side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to
the vehicle. This type of mirror will give a much wider
view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to your
vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your right
side 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 this convex mirror.
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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.
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—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—If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the
mirror cover upward. The light turns on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.
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