2006 DODGE CHARGER SRT light

Once a Month
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Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir and brake
master cylinder, and add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
•Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
At Each Oil Change
•
Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints and front and rear suspension
components.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for your
vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-
pected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle
limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands be-
hind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts. If you
purchased a manufacturer’s Service Contract, you will
receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card
in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery
date. If you have any questions about your service
contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na-
tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s Service Contract. If you purchased a
service contract that is not a manufacturer’s Service
Contract, and you require service after your manufactur-
er’s new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer to
your contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has
also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
your ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to
this vehicle.
MOPAR PARTS
Moparfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from your dealer. They will help you keep your
vehicle operating at its best.
316 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System............. 205
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 273
Adding Fuel.......................... 235
Adding Washer Fluid.................101,270
Additives, Fuel........................ 233
Adjustable Pedals....................... 93
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 267
Air Conditioning....................... 178
Air Conditioning Filter................187,268
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 188
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 268
Air Conditioning System................. 178
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 218
Airbag................................ 36
Airbag Deployment....................40,46
Airbag Light....................41,48,58,134
Airbag Maintenance...................... 48
Airbag, Side........................... 45
Airbag, Window......................37,45
Alarm System.......................... 22
Alignment and Balance.................. 223
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 172Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............272,295
Disposal............................ 274
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)..........103,205
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 138
Anti-Theft Security Alarm................. 22
Appearance Care....................... 280
Auto Down Power Windows............... 25
Auto Up Power Windows................. 25
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 65
Automatic Door Locks.................... 17
Automatic Temperature Control............ 181
Automatic Transmission............194,278,279
Adding Fluid.....................279,296
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 279
Fluid Change........................ 279
Fluid Level Check..................... 278
Fluid Type.......................... 296
Autostick..........................196,201
Ball Joints............................ 269
Battery............................... 266
Jump Starting........................ 247
Keyless Transmitter Replacement.......... 22
322 INDEX

Location.........................248,266
Bearings.............................. 279
Belts, Drive........................... 262
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 269
B-Pillar Location....................... 213
Brake Assist System..................... 103
Brake Control System, Electronic........... 103
Brake, Parking......................... 203
Brake System.......................204,276
Anti-Lock........................103,205
Fluid Check......................277,296
Hoses.............................. 276
Warning Light....................... 136
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 201
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 57
Bulb Replacement...................... 290
Bulbs, Light........................... 289
Calibration, Compass.................... 143
Capacities, Fluid....................... 295
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 235
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 273Car Washes........................... 280
Carbon Monoxide Warning.............57,234
Cargo Tie-Downs....................... 124
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 176
Catalytic Converter..................... 264
CD Player.........................150,156
Cellular Phone.......................... 68
Chains, Tire........................... 228
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 210
Child Restraint...................50,52,54,55
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 54
Child Safety Locks....................... 18
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 232
Climate Control........................ 178
Clock..........................151,157,173
Compact Disc Maintenance............... 177
Compass............................. 142
Compass Calibration.................... 143
Compass Variance...................... 144
Computer, Trip/Travel................... 141
Console.............................. 124
Console, Floor......................... 124
Console, Overhead...................... 111
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Contract, Service....................... 316
Coolant Pressure Cap.................... 273
Cooling System........................ 271
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 273
Coolant Capacity..................... 295
Coolant Level.....................271,274
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 274
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 272
Inspection........................... 274
Points to Remember................... 274
Pressure Cap........................ 273
Radiator Cap........................ 273
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)....272,295,296
Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 108
Cup Holder........................122,283
Customer Assistance.................... 314
Data Recorder, Event..................... 48
Dealer Service......................... 258
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 178
Defroster, Windshield...............58,180,185
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers............... 101
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 256Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 99
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 274
Door Locks............................ 15
Door Locks, Automatic................... 17
Door Opener, Garage.................... 112
Drive Belts............................ 262
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 249
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System).... 168
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 67
Electrical Power Outlets.................. 120
Electronic Brake Control System............ 103
Electronic Speed Control................. 108
Electronic Stability Program............... 104
Electronic Vehicle Information Center........ 139
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 250
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 242
Jump Starting........................ 247
Overheating......................... 242
Towing............................. 251
324 INDEX

Emission Control System Maintenance....257,298
Engine............................... 255
Air Cleaner.......................... 263
Air Cleaner Filter..................... 263
Break-In Recommendations............... 57
Checking Oil Level.................... 260
Compartment........................ 255
Coolant (Antifreeze)................271,296
Cooling............................ 271
Exhaust Gas Caution................57,234
Fails to Start......................... 193
Fuel Requirements.................231,295
Oil ..........................260,295,296
Oil Change Interval................... 261
Oil Selection......................261,295
Overheating......................... 242
Temperature Gauge................... 133
Engine Oil Viscosity..................... 262
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................ 262
Enhanced Accident Response Feature......... 47
Event Data Recorder..................... 48
Exhaust Gas Caution...............57,234,270
Exhaust System........................ 270Exterior Folding Mirrors.................. 66
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 263
Air Conditioning..................187,268
Engine Fuel......................... 264
Engine Oil.......................262,296
Engine Oil Disposal................... 262
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 242
Turn Signal.......................... 134
Flash-To-Pass........................... 99
Floor Console.......................... 124
Fluid Capacities........................ 295
Fluid Leaks............................ 59
Fluid Level Checks
Brake.............................. 277
Cooling System....................... 271
Engine Oil.......................... 260
Power Steering....................... 268
Fluids............................... 296
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts........ 296
Fog Lights..........................99,135
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Folding Rear Seat....................... 92
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 250
Fuel................................. 231
Adding............................. 235
Additives........................... 233
Clean Air........................... 232
Filler Cap........................... 235
Filter.............................. 264
Gasoline............................ 231
Gauge............................. 132
Hoses.............................. 278
Octane Rating........................ 296
Requirements.....................231,295
Tank Capacity........................ 295
Fueling.............................. 235
Fuses................................ 283
Garage Door Opener.................... 112
GasCap .............................. 235
Gasoline............................. 231
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 232
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 232Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 133
Fuel............................... 132
Speedometer......................... 132
Tachometer.......................... 132
General Information..............15,21,227,230
Glass Cleaning......................... 282
Gross Axle Weight Rating................. 237
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............... 237
Ground Clearance...................... 231
Hands-Free Phone....................... 68
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 242
Head Restraints......................... 91
Headlight Washers...................... 270
Headlights
High Beam........................... 99
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 99
Passing............................. 99
Switch............................97,98
Time Delay........................... 98
Washers............................ 270
Heated Seats........................... 90
326 INDEX

High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch................................ 99
Holder, Cup........................... 122
Homelink Transmitter................... 112
Hood Release.......................... 94
Horn................................. 12
Hoses............................275,278
Ignition
Key ................................ 11
Illuminated Entry....................... 15
Immobilizer............................ 12
Infant Restraint......................... 50
Information Center, Vehicle............... 139
Instrument Cluster...................131,132
Instrument Panel and Controls............. 130
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 283
Interior Appearance Care................. 282
Interior Fuses.......................... 283
Interior Lights.......................... 96
Intermittent Wipers..................... 101
Introduction............................ 4Jump Starting......................... 247
Key, Programming....................... 14
Key, Replacement....................... 13
Key, Sentry............................ 12
Key-In Reminder........................ 12
Keyless Entry System..................... 19
Keys................................. 11
Knee Bolster........................... 36
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 29
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)..... 54
Latch Plate............................ 30
Latches
Hood............................... 94
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 231
Lights..............................59,95
Airbag.......................41,48,58,134
Anti-Lock........................... 138
Brake Assist Warning.................. 107
Brake Warning....................... 136
INDEX 327
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