2007 DODGE MAGNUM SRT snow chains

mElectronic Brake Control System...........222
NABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............222
NTCS (Traction Control System)............223
NBAS (Brake Assist System)...............223
NESP (Electronic Stability Program).........224
NSynchronizing ESP....................227
NESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESP/TCS Indicator Light................227
mTire Safety Information..................228
NTire Markings........................228
NTire Identification Number (TIN)..........232
NTire Loading And Tire Pressure...........233
mTires Ð General Information..............237
NTire Pressure.........................237
NTire Inflation Pressures.................238
NRadial-Ply Tires......................240NTire Spinning........................240
NTread Wear Indicators..................241
NLife Of Tire.........................241
NReplacement Tires.....................242
NAlignment And Balance.................243
mTire Chains...........................243
mSnow Tires...........................244
mTire Rotation Recommendations...........245
NTire Rotation Ð Standard Tires............245
NTire Rotation Ð All Season Tires..........246
mTire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Ð If
Equipped
............................246
NBase System Ð If Equipped..............249
NPremium System Ð If Equipped..........250
NGeneral Information...................253
mFuel Requirements.....................253
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WARNING!
The ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot pre-
vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by
prevailing road conditions. The ESP cannot prevent
accidents, including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or
hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful
driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of an
ESP-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a
reckless or dangerous manner, which could jeopar-
dize 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 the ESP. When-
ever the vehicle is started, the ESP system will be in
this mode. This mode should be used for most all
driving situations. The ESP should only be turned off
for specific reasons as noted in the following para-
graphs.Partial Off
The ªPartial Offº mode is intended for times when a
more spirited driving experience is desired. It is also
intended for driving in deep snow, sand, or gravel.
This mode disables the TCS portion of the ESP and
raises the threshold for ESP activation, which allows
for more wheel spin than what ESP normally allows.
The ªESP OFFº button is located in the switch
panel above the radio. To enter the ªPartial
Offº mode, momentarily depress the ªESP
OFFº button and the9ESP/TCS Indicator
Light9will illuminate. To turn the ESP on again, momen-
tarily depress the9ESP OFF9button and the9ESP/TCS
Indicator Light9will turn off.
NOTE:To improve the vehicle's traction when driving
with snow chains, or when starting-off in deep snow,
sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the
ªPartial Offº mode by momentarily depressing the ªESP
OFFº button. Once the situation requiring ªPartial Offº
mode is overcome, turn the ESP on again by momentarily
depressing the ªESP OFFº button. This may be done
while the vehicle is in motion.
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Full 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 the ªFull Offº mode, depress and
hold the ªESP OFFº button for 5 seconds while the
vehicle is stopped with the engine running. After 5
seconds, a chime will sound, the9ESP/TCS Indicator
Light9will illuminate, and the9ESP OFF9message will
display in the vehicle odometer. Press and release the
trip odometer button located on the instrument cluster
to clear this message. The ªESP OFFº message may
appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC). Refer to ªElectronic Vehicle Information Cen-
ter (EVIC)º in Section 4 of this manual. To turn ESP on
again, momentarily depress the9ESP OFF Button.9
NOTE:
The9ESP OFF,9or ªESP System Deactivatedº
message will display and the audible chime will sound
when the gear selector is moved into the PARK position
from any position other than PARK and then moved out
of the PARK position. This will occur when the message
was previously cleared.
WARNING!
In the ESP Full Off mode, the engine torque reduc-
tion and stability features are cancelled. Therefore,
the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is
unavailable.
NOTE:When the ESP is switched off a feature of the
system remains active. This feature controls wheel spin
across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential.
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 engine torque to be applied to the wheel
that is not spinning. To improve the vehicle's traction
when driving with tire chains, or when starting-off in
deep snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch
to the ªPartial Offº mode by momentarily depressing the
ªESP OFFº button.
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CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
²Because of restricted chain clearance between tires
and other suspension components, it is important that
only chains in good condition are used. Broken chains
can cause serious damage. Stop the vehicle immedi-
ately if noise occurs that could indicate chain break-
age. Remove the damaged parts of the chain before
further use.
²Install chains on the rear wheels as tightly as possible
and then retighten after driving about1¤2mile (0.8 km).
²Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
²Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
²Use on Rear Wheels only.
²Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pavement.
²Observe the tire chain manufacturer's instructions on
the method of installation, operating speed, and con-
ditions for use. Always use the lower suggested oper-
ating speed of the chain manufacturer if different
from the speed recommended by the manufacture.
NOTE:In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, and
your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of time
on dry pavement. Observe the tire chain manufacturer's
instructions on method of installation, operating speed,
and conditions for usage.
Always use the lower suggested operating speed if both
the chain manufacturer and vehicle manufacture suggest
a maximum speed. This notice applies to all chain
traction devices, including link and cable (radial) chains.
SNOW TIRES
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during winter. Standard tires are of the all season type
and satisfy this requirement as indicated by the M+S
designation on the tire sidewall.
If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and
type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only
in sets of 4, failure to do so may adversely affect the
safety and handling of your vehicle.
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Front Seat.........................31,32
Operating Instructions.................. 32
Pretensioners......................... 36
Rear Seat............................ 31
Reminder........................... 138
Untwisting Procedure................... 36
Seats................................. 87
Heated.............................. 89
Lumbar Support....................... 89
Power.............................. 87
Rear Folding......................... 91
Reclining............................ 88
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............15,140
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........308,332
Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................. 12
Service Assistance...................... 356
Service Contract........................ 358
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction
Indicator)............................. 142
Service Manuals........................ 359
Setting the Clock.................157,163,174
Settings, Personal....................... 151
Shifting.............................. 207Automatic Transmission.............207,211
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage............. 35
Shoulder Belts.......................... 31
Side Airbag............................ 44
Signals, Turn........................96,137
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 216
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................ 243
Snow Tires............................ 244
Spark Plugs........................... 298
Speed Control (Cruise Control)............. 103
Speedometer.......................... 135
Starting.............................. 204
Automatic Transmission................ 205
Engine Fails to Start................... 205
Starting and Operating................... 204
Starting Procedures..................... 204
Steering
Column Controls...................... 96
Linkage............................ 304
Power...........................221,304
Tilt Column......................... 101
Wheel, Tilt.......................... 101
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Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls........................ 183
Storage............................ 118,326
Storage, Vehicle.....................195,326
Storing Your Vehicle..................... 326
Sun Roof............................. 112
Sunglasses Storage...................... 106
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 39
System, Navigation..................... 173
Tachometer........................... 135
Telescoping Steering Column.............. 101
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)....... 189
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant......136,277
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............. 51
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............... 15
Theft System (Security Alarm).............. 15
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo.................. 125
Tilt Steering Column.................... 101
Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 233
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 232
Tire Markings......................... 228
Tire Safety Information................... 228TIREFIT.............................. 277
Tires ...........................59,237,360
Aging (Life of Tires)................... 241
Air Pressure......................... 237
Alignment.......................... 243
Chains............................. 243
General Information................... 237
High Speed......................... 239
Inflation Pressures.................... 238
Life of Tires......................... 241
Load Capacity....................233,234
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 246
Quality Grading...................... 360
Radial............................. 240
Replacement......................... 242
Rotation............................ 245
Safety...........................228,237
Sizes............................... 230
Snow Tires.......................... 244
Spinning............................ 240
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 241
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight............. 266
Towing.............................. 262
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