2006 DODGE MAGNUM lights

NOTE:The interior lights can only be deactivated if the
key is removed from the ignition switch or the vehicle is
driven.
Side Airbag System
The airbag control module determines if a side collision is
severe enough to require the airbag to inflate. The control
module receives the level of collision severity from the
side impact sensors. The airbag control module will not
detect rollover or rear impacts.
The side impact SRS Airbags are designed to activate
only in certain side collisions. When the airbag control
module detects a collision requiring the side curtain
airbags to inflate, it signals the inflators on the crash side
of the vehicle. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to
inflate the side curtain airbags. The inflating side curtain
airbag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the
way and inflates (in about the same time it takes to blink
your eyes) with enough force to injure you if you are not
belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in
the area where the side curtain airbag inflates. This
especially applies to children. The side curtain airbag is
only about 3
1⁄2inches (83⁄4cm) thick when it is inflated.
Maintaining Your Airbag System
WARNING!
•Modifications to any part of the airbag system
could cause it to fail when you need it. You could
be injured because the airbags are not there to
protect you. Do not modify the components or
wiring, including adding any kind of badges or
stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or
the upper right side of the instrument panel. Do
not modify the front bumper, vehicle body struc-
ture, or frame.
•You need proper knee impact protection in a
collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket
equipment on or behind the knee impact bolster.
•It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the
airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who
works on your vehicle that it has airbags.
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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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▫Lumbar Support.......................90
▫Heated Seats—If Equipped..............90
▫Head Restraints.......................92
▫Folding Rear Seat......................92

Adjustable Pedals—If Equipped...........93

To Open And Close The Hood.............94

Lights...............................95
▫Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights......95
▫Interior Lights........................96
▫Headlight Switch......................97
▫Multi-Function Lever....................97
▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights..............................98
▫Automatic Headlights—If Equipped........98
▫Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Auto Headlights Only)..................99▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)......99
▫Lights-On Reminder....................99
▫Headlight Time Delay...................99
▫Fog Lights—If Equipped...............100
▫Turn Signals.........................100
▫Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch.........100
▫Flash To Pass........................100

Windshield Wipers And Washers..........101
▫Windshield Wiper Operation—Front .......101
▫Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Auto Headlights Only).................101
▫Windshield Wiper Operation—Rear.......102
▫Windshield Washers...................102
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................103

Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column..........104
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Traction Control System (TCS)—
If Equipped
..........................105

Brake Assist System (BAS)—If Equipped....106

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)—
If Equipped
..........................107
▫Synchronizing ESP....................109

Electronic Speed Control.................109
▫To Activate..........................110
▫To Set At A Desired Speed...............110
▫To Deactivate........................110
▫To Resume Speed.....................110
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............110
▫To Accelerate For Passing...............111

Overhead Console—If Equipped..........112
▫Courtesy/Reading Lights................112
▫Sunglasses Storage....................112

Garage Door Opener—If Equipped........113
▫Programming HomeLink................114
▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 116
▫Using HomeLink.....................117
▫Erasing HomeLink Buttons..............117
▫Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button . . . 117
▫Security............................118

Power Sunroof—If Equipped............118
▫Opening Sunroof - Express..............119
▫Closing Sunroof - Express...............119
▫Pinch Protect Feature...................119
▫Pinch Protect Override.................120
▫Venting Sunroof - Express...............120
▫Sunshade Operation...................120
▫Wind Buffeting.......................120
▫Sunroof Maintenance...................120
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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.
Power Mirror Controls
Illuminated Vanity Mirror
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Use the hood prop rod (if equipped) to secure the hood in
the open position.
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 6
inches (15 cm) and then drop it. This should secure both
latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully
closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches
are fully latched before driving.
LIGHTS
Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights
These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the
overhead console. Each light is turned ON by pressing
the lens. Press the lens a second time to turn the light
OFF. The lights also turn on when a door is opened or the
dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second
detent.
Hood Safety Catch
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Interior Lights
The interior lights come on when a door is opened.
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is
moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the
interior lights were switched on manually or are on
because a door is open. This includes the glove box light.
To restore interior light operation, either turn the ignition
switch ON or cycle the light switch.
Dimmer Control
The dimmer control is part of the
headlight switch, and is located on the
left side of the instrument panel. With
the parking lights or headlights on,
rotating the dimmer control upward
will increase the brightness of the in-
strument panel lights.
Dome Light Position
Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the
second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior
lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this
position.
Interior light Defeat (OFF)
Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom“OFF”
position. The interior lights will remain off when the
doors are open.
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)
Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent.
This feature brightens all text displays such as the
Overhead Console
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odometer, Electronic Vehicle Information Center—if
equipped, and radio when the parking lights or head-
lights are on.
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located on the left side of the
instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of
the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights,
instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, and fog
lights.
Multi-Function Lever
The multi-function lever controls the operation of the
turn signals, headlight beam selection, and passing
lights. The lever is located on the left side of the steering
column.
Headlight Switch
Multi-Function Lever
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