2007 DODGE MAGNUM SRT light

Once a Month
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Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery, and clean, and tighten the termi-
nals as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir and brake
master cylinder, and add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
²Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for
proper fit.
At Each Oil Change
²
Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the CV joints and front and rear suspension
components.
²Check 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.
MOPARTPARTS
Mopartfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from your dealer. They will help you keep your
vehicle operating at its best.
358 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 219
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 309
Adding Fuel.......................... 257
Adding Rear Washer Fluid................ 198
Adding Washer Fluid..............100,198,305
Adjustable Pedals....................... 102
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner
Filter)............................... 299
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 302
Air Conditioning....................187,189
Air Conditioning Controls................ 187
Air Conditioning Filter................195,303
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 196
Air Conditioning Refrigerant...........302,303
Air Conditioning System...........187,189,302
Air Pressure, Tires...................140,238
Airbag................................ 39
Airbag Deployment....................43,45
Airbag Light....................44,47,59,137
Airbag Maintenance...................... 46
Airbag, Side........................... 44
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........40,44
Alarm (Security Alarm).................. 140Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 15
Alignment and Balance.................. 243
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 182
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........308,309,331
Disposal............................ 310
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)..........219,222
Anti-Lock Warning Light..............142,221
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 15
Anti-Theft System...................... 140
Appearance Care....................... 316
Auto Down Power Windows............... 26
Auto Up Power Windows................. 26
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 64
Automatic Door Locks..................22,23
Automatic Headlights.................... 94
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 189
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives..................... 315
Automatic Transmission............ 211,314,315
Adding Fluid.....................315,333
Autostick........................... 215
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 315
364 INDEX

Fluid Change........................ 315
Fluid Level Check..................... 314
Fluid Type.......................... 333
Shifting............................. 211
Special Additives..................... 315
Autostick..........................213,215
Ball Joints............................ 304
Battery............................... 301
Emergency Starting.................... 282
Jump Starting........................ 282
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 19
Location.........................283,301
Bearings.............................. 315
Belts, Drive........................... 298
Belts, Seat............................. 31
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 304
B-Pillar Location....................... 233
Brake Assist System..................... 223
Brake Control System, Electronic........... 222
Brake, Parking......................... 217
Brake System.......................219,312
Anti-Lock (ABS)...................219,222Fluid Check......................313,333
Hoses.............................. 312
Master Cylinder...................... 313
Parking............................ 217
Warning Light....................139,219
Brakes............................... 219
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 210
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 56
Bulb Replacement...................... 327
Bulbs, Light........................... 326
Calibration, Compass.................... 147
Capacities, Fluid....................... 331
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 257
Oil (Engine)......................... 297
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 309
Car Washes........................... 316
Carbon Monoxide Warning.............57,256
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier...................... 126
Cargo Management System............... 119
Cargo Organizer...................... 124
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Rollaway Tonneau Cover............... 121
Tri-Fold Load Floor.................... 119
Waterproof Liner..................... 123
Cargo Tie-Downs....................... 125
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 185
Catalytic Converter..................... 299
CD (Compact Disc) Player.............155,162
Cellular Phone.......................... 67
Chains, Tire........................... 243
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 230
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light)........................ 293
Child Restraint...................48,50,53,54
Child Restraint Tether Anchors...........51,53
Child Safety Locks....................... 23
Clean Air Gasoline...................... 254
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 317
Climate Control........................ 186
Clock..........................157,163,174
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance........... 186
Compass............................. 147
Compass Calibration.................... 147Compass Variance...................... 148
Computer, Trip/Travel................... 145
Console.............................. 118
Console, Floor......................... 118
Console, Overhead...................... 106
Contract, Service....................... 358
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)........ 309
Cooling System........................ 307
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 309
Coolant Capacity..................... 331
Coolant Level.....................307,310
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 310
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 308
Inspection........................... 310
Points to Remember................... 310
Pressure Cap........................ 309
Radiator Cap........................ 309
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)....308,331,332
Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 103
Cruise Light........................... 135
Cup Holder........................ 117,319
Customer Assistance.................... 356
366 INDEX

Data Recorder, Event..................... 47
Daytime Running Lights.................. 95
Dealer Service......................... 294
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 198
Defroster, Windshield...............59,188,193
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers.............99,197
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 292
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 96
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 310
Door Locks............................ 21
Door Locks, Automatic................... 22
Door Opener, Garage.................... 107
Drive Belts............................ 298
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................. 216
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System).... 177
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 66
Electrical Power Outlets.................. 115
Electronic Brake Control System............ 222
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)..... 103
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).......... 224Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light..... 135
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 143
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 285
Hazard Warning Flasher................ 276
Jump Starting........................ 282
Overheating......................... 276
Towing............................. 286
Emission Control System Maintenance....293,336
Engine............................... 291
Air Cleaner.......................... 299
Block Heater......................... 207
Break-In Recommendations............... 56
Checking Oil Level.................... 295
Compartment........................ 291
Coolant (Antifreeze)................307,332
Cooling............................ 307
Exhaust Gas Caution..............30,57,256
Fails to Start......................... 205
Flooded, Starting..................... 205
Fuel Requirements.................253,331
Oil ..........................295,331,332
Oil Change Interval................... 296
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Oil Filler Cap........................ 297
Oil Selection......................297,331
Overheating......................... 276
Temperature Gauge................... 136
Enhanced Accident Response Feature......... 46
Ethanol.............................. 254
Event Data Recorder..................... 47
Exhaust Gas Caution...........30,57,58,256,306
Exhaust System......................57,306
Exterior Folding Mirrors.................. 65
Exterior Lighting........................ 93
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 299
Air Conditioning..................195,303
Engine Fuel......................... 299
Engine Oil.......................298,332
Engine Oil Disposal................... 298
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 276
Turn Signal........................96,137
Flash-To-Pass........................... 96
Flooded Engine Starting.................. 205Floor Console.......................... 118
Fluid Capacities........................ 331
Fluid Leaks............................ 59
Fluid Level Checks
Brake.............................. 313
Cooling System....................... 307
Engine Oil.......................... 295
Power Steering....................... 304
Fluids............................... 332
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts........ 332
Fog Lights..........................95,138
Folding Rear Seat....................... 91
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 285
Front Suspension Ball Joints............... 304
Front Wheel Bearings.................... 315
Fuel................................. 253
Adding............................. 257
Clean Air........................... 254
Ethanol............................. 254
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)................... 257
Filter.............................. 299
Gasoline............................ 253
Gauge............................. 135
368 INDEX

Hoses.............................. 312
Methanol........................... 254
Octane Rating.....................253,332
Requirements.....................253,331
Tank Capacity........................ 331
Fuel System Caution.................... 258
Fueling.............................. 257
Fuses................................ 320
Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) .......... 107
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)..............257,292
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 254
Gasoline (Fuel)........................ 253
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 254
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 136
Fuel............................... 135
Speedometer......................... 135
Tachometer.......................... 135
General Information.................15,20,253
Glass Cleaning......................... 318
Gross Axle Weight Rating..............260,262
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............260,262Ground Clearance...................... 273
GVWR............................... 260
Hands-Free Phone (UConnectŸ)............ 67
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 276
Head Restraints......................... 89
Headlights
Cleaning............................ 318
High Beam........................... 96
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 96
Lights On Reminder.................... 95
On With Wipers....................94,100
Passing............................. 96
Switch.............................. 93
Time Delay........................... 94
Heated Seats........................... 89
Heater............................... 187
Heater, Engine Block.................... 207
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch................................ 96
Hitches
Trailer Towing....................... 265
Holder, Cup........................... 117
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