2008 DODGE CHARGER SRT lock

Steering Linkage
The tie rod end ball joints should be inspected for
external leakage or damage when other maintenance is
performed.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including seat tracks,
door hinges, trunk hinges, and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to ensure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism,
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MoparLock
Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the lock
cylinder.Windshield Wiper Blades
The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield
should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth
and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accu-
mulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
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to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing CO, refer
to “Exhaust Gas” under “Safety Tips” in Section 2.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, don’t open the
hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never
try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the
radiator is hot.
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Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
10 30 Amp
Pink— Windshield Wiper
11 30 Amp
Pink— Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Valves
12 40 Amp
Green— Radiator Fan
13 50 Amp
Red— Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Pump Motor
14 — — —
15 50 Amp
Red— Radiator FanCavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
16 — — —
17 — — —
18 — — —
19 — — —
20 — — —
21 — — —
22 — — —
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BULB REPLACEMENT
Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight,
Park/Turn Light, and Front Side Marker Light
1. Open the hood.
NOTE:Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be
necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlight assem-
bly on the driver side of the vehicle.
2. Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-
terclockwise, and then pull it out of the headlight assem-
bly.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and
install the replacement bulb.
4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the head-
light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
1 — High Beam Headlight Bulb
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CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
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.
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6. Disconnect the electrical connector. 7. Pull the tail light assembly clear from the vehicle to
access the bulbs.
8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-
terclockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly.
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9. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and
install the replacement bulb.
10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail
light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
11. Reinstall the tail light assembly, fasteners, electrical
connector, and trunk liner.
12. Close the trunk.
License Light
1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia.
2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and
install the replacement bulb.
4 — Tail/Stop Light Bulb 394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

About Your Brakes....................279,281
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............281,285
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 367
Adding Fuel........................... 324
Adding Washer Fluid..................134,364
Additives, Fuel......................... 323
Adjustable Pedals....................... 136
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 356
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 360
Air Conditioning.....................245,247
Air Conditioning Controls................. 245
Air Conditioning Filter.................254,361
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 255
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............360,361
Air Conditioning System.............245,247,360
Air Pressure, Tires....................171,301
Airbag................................ 48
Airbag Deployment..................... 54,58
Airbag Light..................... 55,60,75,167Airbag Maintenance....................... 60
Airbag, Side.......................... 49,56
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............. 49,56
Alarm, Panic............................ 22
Alarm (Security Alarm)................. 18,171
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Alignment and Balance................... 307
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 231
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........366,367,395
Disposal............................ 369
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............281,285
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............173,283
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Anti-Theft System....................... 171
Appearance Care........................ 375
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)......... 18
Assistance Towing........................ 98
Audio Systems (Radio).................194,213
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