2008 DODGE CHARGER SRT jump start

NOTE:Refer toSynchronizing ESPunderElectronic
Stability Programin Section 5 if the ESP/BAS light (in
the instrument cluster) remains on continuously after
starting the engine of the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
8. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above
sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.
WARNING!
Any procedure other than above could result in:
•Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out
the battery vent
•Personal injury or property damage due to battery
explosion
•Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or
of immobilized vehicle
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE-
VERSE and DRIVE. Usually, the least accelerator pedal
pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spin-
ning the wheels is most effective.
NOTE:Turn off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Stability
Program,” or “Traction Control” in Section 5.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 341
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6.1L ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post 6 — Power Steering Fluid
2 — Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) 7 — Air Cleaner Filter
3 — Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Engine Oil Fill
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick
5 — Coolant Bottle 10 — Washer Fluid Bottle 348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE:The battery is stored under an access cover in
the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump-starting.WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to
contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Don’t lean over
a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in
eyes or on skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water.
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame
or sparks away from the battery. Don’t use a booster
battery or any other booster source with an output
greater than 12 Volts. Don’t allow cable clamps to
touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.
•The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that
should not be disconnected and should only be
replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
Battery Location
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359
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Auto Down Power Windows................ 33
Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 29
Auto Up Power Windows.................. 33
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 82
Automatic Door Locks................... 28,29
Automatic Headlights.................... 126
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 247
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 375
Automatic Transmission.............269,374,375
Adding Fluid......................375,397
Autostick.........................272,274
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 375
Fluid Change......................... 375
Fluid Level Check...................... 374
FluidType ........................... 397
Shifting ............................. 269
Special Additives...................... 375
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . 273,274Autostick ...........................272,274
AxleFluid ............................. 397
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 397
BallJoints ............................. 362
Battery............................... 358
Emergency Starting..................... 338
Jump Starting......................... 338
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 23
Location..........................339,359
Bearings.............................. 375
Belts,Drive ............................ 355
Belts, Seat............................ 39,75
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 363
B-Pillar Location........................ 296
Brake Assist System...................... 286
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 284
Brake Fluid............................ 397
Brake, Parking.......................... 279
INDEX 419
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Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 341
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 332
Jump Starting......................... 338
Overheating.......................... 332
Towing ............................. 342
Emergency Trunk Release................... 37
Emission Control System Maintenance......350,400
Engine............................... 348
Air Cleaner.......................... 356
Block Heater......................... 265
Break-In Recommendations................ 72
Checking Oil Level..................... 353
Compartment......................... 348
Coolant (Antifreeze).................366,396
Cooling ............................. 365
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 74,324
Fails to Start.......................... 264
Flooded, Starting...................... 264Fuel Requirements..................... 321
Jump Starting......................... 338
Oil ...........................353,395,396
Oil Change Interval.................... 354
Oil Filler Cap......................... 354
OilFilter ............................ 355
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 355
Oil Selection.......................354,395
Overheating.......................... 332
Starting............................. 261
Temperature Gauge..................... 166
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 354
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 59
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 322
Event Data Recorder...................... 61
Exhaust Gas Caution.............. 74,75,324,365
Exhaust System....................... 74,364
ExteriorFoldingMirrors ................... 83
INDEX 423
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Interior Lights.......................... 130
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 132
Introduction............................. 4
Jump Starting.......................... 338
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 48
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 129
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 39
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) ............................ 67,68
Latch Plate............................. 40Latches................................ 76
Hood............................... 123
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 321
Leaks, Fluid............................ 76
LifeofTires ............................ 305
LightBulbs .......................... 76,388
Lights .............................. 76,125
Airbag........................ 55,60,75,167
Anti-Lock.........................173,283
Automatic Headlights................... 126
Brake Assist Warning................... 291
Brake Warning.....................169,281
Bulb Replacement...................388,389
Courtesy/Reading...................130,141
Cruise .............................. 165
Daytime Running...................... 128
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............129,130
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 291
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 166
INDEX 427
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Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 43
Shoulder Belts........................... 39
Side Airbag........................... 49,56
Side Curtain (Window Airbag)............... 49
Signals, Turn...................... 76,129,167
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 276
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 307
Snow Tires............................ 309
Sound Systems (Radio).................194,213
Spark Plugs.........................356,396
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 396
Oil ................................ 396
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 137
Speedometer........................... 165
Starting............................. 24,261
Automatic Transmission................. 262
Cold Weather......................... 263
Emergency (Jump Starting)............... 338Engine Fails to Start.................... 264
Remote.............................. 24
Starting and Operating.................... 261
Starting Procedures...................... 261
Steering
Column Controls...................... 129
Column Lock......................... 135
Linkage............................. 363
Power...........................283,362
TiltColumn .......................... 135
Wheel, Tilt........................... 135
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 242
Storage............................155,387
Storage, Vehicle......................254,387
StoringYourVehicle ...................... 387
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 341
Sun Roof.............................. 148
Sunglasses Storage....................... 141
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