2008 DODGE CHARGER SRT Owners Manual

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instrument Panel And Controls.............163

Premium Instrument Cluster...............164

Instrument Cluster Descriptions............165

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . 174
▫Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays............................176
▫Trip Functions.......................178
▫Performance Pages — If Equipped.........180
▫Compass Display.....................184▫Telephone — If Equipped...............186
▫Navigation — If Equipped...............188
▫Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) – If
Equipped...........................189
▫System Warnings (Customer Information
Features)...........................189
▫Personal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................190

Radio General Information................193
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................1934

▫Two Types Of Signals..................193
▫Electrical Disturbances..................194
▫AM Reception.......................194
▫FM Reception........................194

Sales Code REN — Multimedia System — If
Equipped............................194
▫Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (If
Equipped)..........................195
▫Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition
System (VR) (If Equipped)...............195
▫Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped) . . . 195
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................196
Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And
6–Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX
Jack)................................197
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......198
▫Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD
And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video)....206
▫NotesOnPlayingMP3/WMAFiles ........208
▫List Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play) ..............................210
▫Info Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play) ..............................211

Sales Code RER — Multimedia System — If
Equipped............................213
▫Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio.....214
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▫Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped) . . . 214
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................214

Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)................217
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......217
▫Operation Instructions - CD Mode For CD And
MP3 Audio Play......................223
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files.............225
▫List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......228
▫Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......228

Satellite Radio (RSC) — If Equipped
(RER/REQ/REN Radios Only).............229
▫System Activation.....................229▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................230
▫Selecting Satellite Mode.................230
▫Satellite Antenna......................231
▫Reception Quality.....................231
▫Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode......231
▫Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If
Equipped)..........................234
▫Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VES™) (If Equipped).............234

Sirius Backseat TV™ — If Equipped.........234

Video Entertainment System (VES)—
If Equipped...........................234
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▫Kicker13-Speaker High Performance Sound
System With Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) – If
Equipped...........................237
▫KickerMobile Surround (KMS1)–
If Equipped.........................237

Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) —
If Equipped...........................238
▫Connecting The iPodDevice............238
▫Controlling The iPodUsing Radio Buttons . . . 239
▫Play Mode..........................239
▫List Or Browse Mode..................241

Remote Sound System Controls.............242
CD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............244

Radio Operation And Cellular Phones........244

Climate Controls.......................244
▫Manual Air Conditioning And Heating
System.............................245
▫Automatic Temperature Control —
If Equipped.........................247
▫Operating Tips.......................253

Rear Window Features...................256
▫Electric Rear Window Defroster...........256
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS
1 — Air Outlet 7 — Climate Control 13 — Hood Release
2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — HEATED SEAT Switch* 14 — TRUNK RELEASE Switch
3 — HAZARD Switch 9 — Power Outlet 15 — HEADLIGHT Switch
4 — Electronic Stability Program OFF Button* 10 — Ash Tray* * If Equipped
5 — Glove Box 11 — Storage Compartment*
6 — Radio 12 — Ignition SwitchUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163
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PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Trip Odometer Button
Press this button to change the display from odometer to
either of two trip odometer settings. The letter “A” or “B”
will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and
hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer
to 0 mi (km). The odometer must be in TRIP mode to
reset it.
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light
This light will turn on when the electronic
speed control is ON. (See page 137 for more
information.)5. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions per minute (RPM. x 1000) for each
gear range. Ease up on the accelerator before reaching the
red area.
6. Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should turn on when the
ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly
as a bulb check. If the light stays on or turns on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices (i.e., radio) or slightly increase engine
speed (if at idle). If the light remains on, it means that the
charging system is experiencing a problem. See your
local authorized dealer to obtain service immediately.
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7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check
when the ignition switch is turned ON. This
light will also turn on while the engine is
running if there is a problem with the Elec-
tronic Throttle Control system.
If the light comes on while the engine is running, safely
bring the vehicle to a complete stop as soon as possible,
place the shift lever in PARK, and cycle the ignition key. The
light should turn off. If the light remains lit with the engine
running, your vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see
your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the light is flashing when the engine is running,
immediate service is required. In this case, you may
experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle
or engine stall, and your vehicle may require towing.
Also, have the system checked by an authorized dealer if
the light does not come on during starting.8. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-
ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that
the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera-
ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades,
or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to
exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F
(116°C) or greater, pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle
the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until
the pointer drops back into the normal range 200–
230°F (93–110°C). If the pointer remains at 240°F
(116°C) or greater and you hear a chime, turn the
engine OFF immediately and call for service.
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