2007 DODGE CHARGER light

Backup Light, Side Marker Light, Tail/Turn Light,
and Tail/Stop Light
1. Open the Trunk.
2. Remove two fasteners from the back of the tail light
assembly.3. Pull back the trunk liner.
4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the
tail light assembly.
5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector.
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7. Pull the tail light assembly clear from the vehicle to
access the bulbs.
8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly
counter-clockwise to remove it from the tail light assem-
bly.
1 — Backup Light Bulb
2 — Side Marker Light Bulb 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

9. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly.
10. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly.
11. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail
light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
12. Reinstall the tail light assembly, fasteners, electrical
connector, and trunk liner.
13. Close the trunk.
3 — Tail/Turn Light Bulb4 — Tail/Stop Light BulbMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3357

License Light
1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia.
2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly.4. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly.
5. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly.
6. Reattach the light to the rear fascia, and then install the
screws.
1 — License Light Bulb
2 — Socket 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

At Each Stop for Fuel
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Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery, and clean, and tighten the termi-
nals 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.
MOPARPARTS
Moparfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from your dealer. They will help you keep your
vehicle operating at its best.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 214
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 310
Adding Fuel.......................... 254
Adding Washer Fluid.................102,307
Adjustable Pedals....................... 104
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter).... 300
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 304
Air Conditioning....................180,182
Air Conditioning Controls................ 180
Air Conditioning Filter................188,305
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 189
Air Conditioning Refrigerant...........304,305
Air Conditioning System...........180,182,304
Air Pressure, Tires...................135,233
Airbag................................ 42
Airbag Deployment....................45,47
Airbag Light....................46,49,61,131
Airbag Maintenance...................... 49
Airbag, Side........................... 47
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........42,47
Alarm (Security Alarm).................. 135
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 15
Alignment and Balance.................. 239All Wheel Drive (AWD)............... 211,317
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 176
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........309,310,337
Disposal............................ 311
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 214
Anti-Lock Warning Light..............136,216
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 15
Anti-Theft System...................... 135
Appearance Care....................... 318
Auto Down Power Windows............... 29
Auto Up Power Windows................. 29
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 66
Automatic Door Locks..................24,25
Automatic Headlights.................... 96
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 182
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives..................... 317
Automatic Transmission.........200,205,316,317
Adding Fluid.....................317,339
Autostick........................... 209
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 317
Fluid Change........................ 317
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Fluid Level Check..................... 316
Fluid Type.......................... 339
Gear Ranges......................... 201
Shifting..........................200,205
Special Additives..................... 317
Torque Converter..................... 204
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . . 204
Autostick..........................207,209
Ball Joints............................ 306
Battery............................... 303
Emergency Starting.................... 282
Jump Starting........................ 282
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 21
Location.........................282,303
Bearings.............................. 318
Belts, Drive........................... 300
Belts, Seat............................. 34
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 306
B-Pillar Location....................... 228
Brake Assist System..................... 220
Brake, Parking......................... 213
Brake System.......................214,313Anti-Lock (ABS)...................... 214
Fluid Check......................315,339
Hoses.............................. 314
Master Cylinder...................... 315
Parking............................ 213
Warning Light....................133,214
Brakes............................... 214
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 200
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 59
Bulb Replacement...................... 331
Bulbs, Light........................... 330
Calibration, Compass.................... 142
Capacities, Fluid....................... 337
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 254
Oil (Engine)......................... 298
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 310
Car Washes........................... 319
Carbon Monoxide Warning.............60,253
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 178
Catalytic Converter..................... 301
CD (Compact Disc) Player.............150,157
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