2006 DODGE CHARGER SRT fuel

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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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 the 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 miles or kilometers. The odometer must be
in trip mode to reset.
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light — If
Equipped
This light will illuminate when the electronic
speed control is ON.5. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions-per-minute (r.p.m. x 1000) for each
gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the
accelerator.
6. Voltage Light
This light monitors the electrical system volt-
age. The light should turn on momentarily as
the engine is started. If the light stays on or turns on
while driving, it indicates a problem with the charging
system. Immediate service should be obtained.
7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
This light informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control system. If a prob-
lem is detected the light will come on while
the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key
when the vehicle has completely stopped and the gear
selector is placed in the PARK position. The light
should turn off. If the light remains lit with the engine
running your vehicle will usually be drivable, how-
ever, see your dealer for service as soon as possible. If
the light is flashing when the engine is running,
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the ON position. The light should illuminate for approxi-
mately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless
the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected.
If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected
by an authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON position.
NOTE:This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.
21. Vehicle Theft Alarm (VTA) Indicator Light
The VTA indicator Light flashes rapidly when the VTA is
arming, and slowly when the VTA is armed. (See page 22
for more information.)
22. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp — If
Equipped
Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recom-
mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the sizeindicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pres-
sure label, you should determine the proper tire
inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accord-
ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a signifi-
cantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and
can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s
handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper
tire maintenance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has
not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS
low tire pressure telltale.
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23. Anti-Lock Brake Light — If Equipped
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System.
The light will turn on when the ignition switch
is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as
long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it
indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system
is not functioning and that service is required. However,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced
as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock
brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the
Ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the
light inspected by an authorized dealer.
24. Low Fuel Indicator Light
The Low Fuel Light will turn on when there is
approximately 2 gallons (9 liters) of fuel remain-
ing in the tank. This light will remain on until
fuel is added.25. Malfunction Indicator Light
This light is part of an onboard diagnostic
system called OBD that monitors engine and
automatic transmission control systems. The
light will illuminate when the key is in the ON
position before engine start. If the bulb does not come
on when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the
condition checked promptly. (See page 256 for more
information.)
Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap,
poor fuel quality, etc. may illuminate the light after
engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light
stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In
most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will
not require towing.
The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert you to
serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of
power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle
should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs.
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•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)
•Left/Right Rear Door Ajar (one or more, with a single
chime if speed is above 1 mph)
•Door (S) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in
motion)
•Low Washer Fluid (with a single chime)
•Channel 1, 2, OR 3 Transmit
•Channel 1, 2, OR 3 Training
•Channel 1, 2, OR 3 Trained
•Clearing Channels
•Channels Cleared
•Channels Defaulted
•Did Not Train
•Left Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to
“Starting And Operating, Tire Section”
•Left Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to
“Starting And Operating, Tire Section”
•Right Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer
to “Starting And Operating, Tire Section”
•Right Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer
to “Starting And Operating, Tire Section”
•Check TPM System (with a single chime). Refer to
“Starting And Operating, Tire Section”
Trip Functions
Press and release the MENU button until one of the Trip
Functions is displayed in the EVIC.
Use the SCROLL buttons to cycle through all the Trip
Computer functions.
The Trip Functions mode displays information on the
following:
•Average Miles Per Gallon (MPG)
Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.
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•Distance To Empty (DTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with
the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is
determined using the MPG for the last few minutes. This
is not resettable.
NOTE:The “LOW FUEL” message will appear in the
EVIC display when DTE is 30 miles or less.
•Trip A
Shows the total distance travelled for trip A since the last
reset.
•Trip B
Shows the total distance travelled for trip B since the last
reset.
•Elapsed Time
Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset
when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed
time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON
or START position.
•Display Units of Measure in:
Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button when
in this display until “US” or “METRIC” appears to make
your selection.
To Reset The Display
Pressing and releasing the FUNCTION SELECT button
once will clear the resettable function currently being
displayed. Reset will only occur if a resettable function is
currently being displayed. To reset all resettable func-
tions, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button a
second time within 3 seconds of resetting the currently
displayed function (>Reset ALL will be displayed during
this 3 second window).
Compass Display
Press and release the compass button to dis-
play one of eight compass readings to indicate
the direction the vehicle is facing, and the
outside temperature.
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NOTE:To improve fuel economy, leave in defrost only
when necessary.
Defrost/Floor
Air flows through the front and rear floor outlets
and the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air
is also directed to the front door windows
through the side window demister grilles.
Floor
Air flows through the floor outlets located under
the instrument panel and into the rear seating
area through vents under the front seats.
Bi-Level
Air flows both through the outlets located in the
instrument panel and those located on the floor.
Air flows through the registers in the back of the
center console to the rear seat passengers. These
registers can be closed to partially block airflow.Panel
Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-
ment panel. Air flows through the registers in the
back of the center console to the rear seat passengers.
These registers can be closed to block airflow.
Recirculation
The recirculation feature can be selected with
the mode control knob. You may choose
between Bi-Level Recirculation and Panel
Recirculation air outlets while in this mode.
Normally, air enters from outside the vehicle. How-
ever, when in Recirculation mode air inside the vehicle
is re-used. Use this mode to rapidly cool the inside of
the vehicle. The Recirculation mode can also be used
to temporarily block out outside odors, smoke, and
dust.
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▫Life Of Tire.........................221
▫Replacement Tires.....................222
▫Alignment And Balance.................223

Tire Pressure Monitor System —
If Equipped
..........................223
▫Tire Pressure Monitoring — Base System.....223
▫Tire Pressure Monitoring —
Premium System......................225
▫General Information...................227

Tire Chains...........................228

Snow Tires...........................229

Tire Rotation Recommendations...........229
▫Tire Rotation — Standard Tires............230
▫Tire Rotation — All Season Tires..........230
▫Tire Rotation — General Information.......230

Ground Clearance.....................231

Fuel Requirements.....................231
▫Spark Knock.........................231
▫Reformulated Gasoline.................232
▫Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends..............232
▫MMT In Gasoline.....................233
▫Materials Added To Fuel................233
▫Fuel System Cautions..................233
▫Carbon Monoxide Warnings..............234

Adding Fuel..........................235
▫Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)...............235

Vehicle Loading.......................237
▫Vehicle Certification Label...............237
▫Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).......237
▫Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).........237
▫Overloading.........................238
▫Loading............................238
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