2006 DODGE MAGNUM SRT Owners Manual

first detent position, then turn the end of the lever to
select the desired delay interval. There are 6 possible
delay wiper positions. The delay can be regulated from a
maximum of approximately 23 seconds between cycles,
to a cycle every second.
Mist Feature
Push the wiper lever in to activate a single wipe to clear
off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long as
the lever is pushed in, the wipers will continue to
operate.
Rotate the end of the lever to the second detent for Low
speed wiper operation, or to the third detent for High
speed operation.
Windshield Wiper Operation — Rear
The rear wiper and washer is operated by the rear wiper
switch. The switch is located near the top center of the
instrument panel. The rear wiper and washer switch
provides intermittent wiper operation (not adjustable) as
well as rear washer operation. An indicator in the rear
wiper switch is illuminated when the rear wiper is on.To use the rear wiper, push the left side of the windshield
wiper/washer switch in and release. The rear wiper
system is intermittent, and is not adjustable. The delay is
approximately 8 to 9 seconds between cycles.
Windshield Washers
Front Windshield Washer
To use the front washer, push the lever in and hold while
spray is desired. If the lever is released while in the delay
Rear Wiper/Washer Switch
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range, the wiper will operate for two wipe cycles after the
lever is released, and then resume the intermittent inter-
val previously selected.
If the lever is pushed while in the OFF position, the
wipers will operate for two wipe cycles, then turn OFF.
Rear Windshield Washer
To use the rear washer, push the right side of the
windshield wiper/washer switch in and hold while
spray is desired (maximum spray of 10 seconds). The
wiper operates for 2 wipe cycles after the switch is
released.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the
rear window washer is shared. It is located in the front of
the engine compartment on the passenger side and
should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill
the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radia-
tor antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds
to flush out the residual water.The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid
when “Low Washer Fluid” appears in the instrument
cluster.
Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
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TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
Unlock the steering column by pulling out the handle
located directly below the column. To tilt the column
move the steering wheel up or down as desired. To
lengthen or shorten the steering column pull out or push
in the steering wheel. Lock the steering column in
position by pushing the handle in until it fully engages.WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The
telescoping adjustment must be locked while driv-
ing. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving, or
driving without the telescoping adjustment locked
could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic
brake control system that includes ABS (Anti-Lock Brake
System), TCS (Traction Control System), BAS (Brake
Assist System and ESP (Electronic Stability Program). All
four systems work together to enhance vehicle stability
and control in various driving conditions, and are com-
monly referred to as ESP.
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control
under adverse braking conditions. The system controls
hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up andTilt Steering Column Control
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help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.
Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in Section 5 of this
manual for more information about ABS.
TCS (Traction Control System)
This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of
the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake
pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine
power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and
stability.
BAS (Brake Assist System)
The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking
capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The
system applies optimum pressure to the brakes in emer-
gency braking conditions. This can help reduce braking
distances. The BAS complements the antilock brake sys-
tem (ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly results in
the best BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of the
system, you must apply continuous braking pressure
during the stopping sequence. Do not reduce brake pedal
pressure.
Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is deactivated.
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP cor-
rects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying
the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter-
acting the over/under steer condition. Engine power
may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the
desired path.
ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle
path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual
path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match
the intended path, ESP applies the brake of the appropri-
ate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or
understeer condition.
•Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
•Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
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ESP/TCS Indicator Light
The yellow ESP/TCS Indicator Light located in
the instrument cluster comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.
The light should go out with the engine run-
ning, unless the system has been turned off. The ESP/
TCS Indicator Light starts to flash as soon as the tires lose
traction and the ESP system becomes active. The ESP/
TCS Indicator Light also flashes when TCS is active. If the
ESP/TCS Indicator Light begins to flash during accelera-
tion, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle
as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to
the prevailing road conditions.WARNING!
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot prevent
the natural laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded. ESP
cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting
from excessive speed in turns, or hydroplaning.
Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent
accidents. The capabilities of an ESP-equipped ve-
hicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dan-
gerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s
safety or the safety of others.
The ESP system has 3 available operating modes:
ESP On
This is the normal operating mode for ESP. Whenever
the vehicle is started, the ESP system will be in this
mode. This mode should be used for most all driving
situations. ESP should only be turned off for specific
reasons as noted in the following paragraphs.
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Partial ESP
This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the
ESP OFFbutton. When inPartial ESPmode, the
TCS portion of ESP has been disabled, and theESP/
TCS Indicator Lightwill be illuminated. This mode is
intended to be used to for a more spirited driving
experience, or if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand or
gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESP
would normally allow is required. To turn ESP on
again, momentarily press theESP OFFbutton.ESP Off
This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use
only and should not be used on any public roadways.
In this mode, all TCS and ESP stability features are
turned off. To enter theESP Offmode, press and hold
theESP OFFbutton for 5 seconds when the vehicle is
stopped with the engine running. After 5 seconds, a
chime will sound, theESP/TCS Indicator Lightwill
illuminate, and theESPOFFmessage will be dis-
played in the vehicle odometer. Press and release the
trip odometer button located on the instrument cluster
to clear this message. TheESP System Deactivated
message may appear in the Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC) if the vehicle is so equipped. To
turn ESP on again, momentarily press theESP OFF
button.
NOTE:
•
When the ESP system has been switched off, a feature
of the system remains active. This feature functions
similar to a limited slip differential and controls the
wheel spin across an axle. If one wheel on an axle is
spinning faster than the other, the system will apply
the brake of the spinning wheel and allow more
ESP OFF Button
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engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not
spinning. To improve the vehicle’s traction when driv-
ing with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow,
sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the
Partial ESPmode by pressing the ESP OFF button.
•TheESPOFF, or “ESP System Deactivated” message
— if equipped will display and the audible chime will
resound when the gear selector is placed into the
PARK position from any position other than PARK,
and then moved out of the PARK position. This will
occur even if the message was previously cleared.
WARNING!
In the ESP OFF mode, the engine torque reduction
and stability features are cancelled. Therefore, the
enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavail-
able.
ESP/BAS Warning Lamp
The yellow ESP/BAS Warning Lamp located in
the instrument cluster comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.
The light should go out with the engine run-
ning. If the “ESP/BAS Warning Lamp” comes on con-
tinuously with the engine running, a malfunction has
been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system. If the
power supply was interrupted (battery disconnected or
discharged), the ESP/BAS malfunction indicator light
may be illuminated with the engine running. Turn the
steering wheel completely to the left and then to the
right. The ESP/BAS malfunction indicator light should
go out. If this light remains on after several ignition
cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles at
speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho-
rized dealer as soon as possible.
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NOTE:
•
The ESP/TCS Indicator Light and the ESP/BAS Warn-
ing Lamp comes on momentarily each time the igni-
tion switch is placed the ON position.
•Each time the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ESP System will be ON even if it was
turned off previously.
•The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking
sounds when it is active.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator
operation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The
speed control switch consists of a stalk mounted lever
located on the steering column.
To Activate:
Push and release the speed control lever (“ON/OFF”)
once and an LED on the lever will illuminate indicating
that the electronic speed control is ON. To turn the
system OFF, Push and release the lever (“ON/OFF”)
again and the system and indicator will turn off.
Speed Control Lever
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