2008 DODGE CHARGER Owners Manual

STORAGE
Console Features
The center console contains two shift bezel cubby bins
with rubber mats for holding small items. For vehicles
not equipped with navigation radio, the console also
contains an extra storage bin located below the climate
control, which holds up to four CD jewel cases.
Without Vehicle Entertainment System (VES)
Two separate storage compartments are also located
underneath the armrest.
1 Ð Release button for bottom compartment
2 Ð Release button for top compartment
3 Ð Top Compartment
4 Ð Bottom Compartment. You can access this compartment
directly, without first exposing the upper compartment, by oper-
ating the Release Button for the bottom compartment with the
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The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen
and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will
hold CDs and alike. The bottom compartment also con-
tains a 12-volt power outlet and a molded-in coin holder
(designed to hold various size coins). A slot in the left and
right side of the top compartment provides clearance for
power cords to pass conveniently out of the bin with the
lid closed. This feature is ideal for games, laptops, cell
phones, or other electrical equipment. The console's front
opening lid allows for easy access to these compartments.
With Vehicle Entertainment System (VES)
The center console contains a large storage compartment.
The storage compartment contains a 12-volt power outlet
and a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold various
size coins). A slot in the top left and right side of the
storage compartment provides clearance for power cords
to pass conveniently out of the compartment with the lid
closed. This feature is ideal for games, laptops, cell
phones, or other electrical equipment. The console'sfront-opening lid allows for easy access to the storage
compartment for the both the driver and the front
passenger.
Cargo Area
The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying
versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling
nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters. When
the seats are folded down, they provide a continuous,
nearly flat extension of the load floor.
When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make
sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the
seatback above the seat strap.
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WARNING!
²Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback in not securely locked
into position, the seat will not provide the proper
stability for child seats and/or passengers. An
improperly latched seat could cause serious in-
jury.
²The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the
rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down
position) should not be used as a play area by
children when the vehicle is in motion. They
could be seriously injured in an accident. Chil-
dren should be seated and using the proper re-
straint system.
²To help protect against personal injury, passen-
gers should not be seated in the rear cargo area.
The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying
purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit
in seats and use seat belts.
WARNING!
²The weight and position of cargo and passengers
can change the vehicle center of gravity and ve-
hicle handling. To avoid loss of control resulting
in personal injury, follow these guidelines for
loading your vehicle:
²Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible.
²Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight
over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the
vehicle to sway.
²Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the
seatback. This could impair visibility or become a
dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision.
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LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM Ð IF EQUIPPED
The automatic load leveling system will provide a level-
riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading
conditions.
A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers
raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes
approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling
to complete depending on road surface conditions.If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15
hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The
vehicle must be driven to reset the system.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
mInstrument Panel And Controls.............161
mBase Instrument Cluster..................162
mPremium Instrument Cluster Ð If Equipped....163
mInstrument Cluster Descriptions............164
mElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ±
If Equipped...........................175
NElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays............................177
NOil Change Required...................178
NTrip Functions.......................178NCompass Display.....................181
NTelephone Ð If Equipped...............183
NNavigation Ð If Equipped...............185
NPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................186
mRadio General Information................190
NRadio Broadcast Signals.................190
NTwo Types Of Signals..................190
NElectrical Disturbances..................1904

NAM Reception.......................190
NFM Reception........................190
mSales Code REN Ð Multimedia System Ð
If Equipped...........................191
NOperating Instructions Ð Satellite Radio
(If Equipped)........................192
NOperating Instructions Ð Hands-Free
Communication (UConnectŸ) (If Equipped) . . 192
NClock Setting Procedure.................192
mSales Code REQ Ð AM/FM Stereo Radio And
6±Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX
Jack)................................194
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......195
NOperation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD
And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video)....203NNotes On Playing MP3/WMA Files........205
NList Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play)..............................207
NInfo Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play)..............................207
mSales Code RER Ð Multimedia System Ð
If Equipped...........................209
NOperating Instructions Ð Satellite Radio.....211
NOperating Instructions Ð Hands-Free
Communication (UConnectŸ) (If Equipped) . . 211
NClock Setting Procedure.................211
mSales Code RES Ð AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)................213
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......214
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NOperation Instructions - CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play..................219
NNotes On Playing MP3 Files.............222
NList Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......224
NInfo Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......224
mSatellite Radio (RSC) Ð If Equipped (REQ And
RES Radios Only)......................226
NSystem Activation.....................226
NElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................226
NSelecting Satellite Mode.................227
NSatellite Antenna......................227
NReception Quality.....................227
NOperating Instructions - Satellite Mode......227NOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone
(If Equipped)........................230
NOperating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VESt) (If Equipped).............230
mVideo Entertainment System Ð If Equipped....230
mUniversal Consumer Interface (UCI) Ð
If Equipped...........................232
NConnecting The iPodt..................233
NControlling The iPodtUsing Radio Buttons . . . 233
NPlay Mode..........................233
NList Or Browse Mode..................235
mRemote Sound System Controls.............237
mCD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............238
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones........239
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mClimate Controls.......................239
NManual Air Conditioning And Heating
System.............................239
NAutomatic Temperature Control Ð
If Equipped.........................242NOperating Tips.......................247
mRear Window Features...................250
NElectric Rear Window Defroster...........250
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