2008 DODGE MAGNUM keyless

6. The doors were not previously locked using the power
door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans-
mitter.
Automatic Door Locks Programming
The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or
disabled as follows:
²For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), refer to ªPersonal Settings
(Customer Programmable Features)º under ªElec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)º in Section 4
of this manual for details.
²For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, performing
the following procedure:
1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition
switch.2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and
then back to LOCK 4 times ending up in the LOCK
position.
3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors.
4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the
programming.
5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.
NOTE:Use the Automatic Door Locks feature in accor-
dance with local laws.Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit
The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with
power door locks if:
1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is en-
abled.
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LIFTGATE
The liftgate can be unlocked or locked by the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or by activating the
power door lock switches located on the front doors.
Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. To
open the liftgate, depress the liftgate release switch
located in the exterior handle and pull the liftgate open
with one fluid motion.
The liftgate will not open manually if the gear selector is
moved out of the ªPº (Park) position or the vehicle speed
is above 0 mph (0 km/h).
Liftgate Release Switch
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2

Turn Signals
Move the Multi-Function Lever up or down and the
corresponding turn signal indicator in the instrument
cluster flashes to show proper operation of the front and
rear turn signal lights. You can also signal a lane change
by moving the lever partially up or down without
moving beyond the detent. Releasing the lever at the
detent will provide 3 flashes.
If either indicator has a very fast flash rate, check for a
defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light
when the lever is moved, see your authorized dealer for
service.
NOTE:A ªTurn Signal Onº message will appear in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Ð if
equipped and a continuous chime will sound if the
vehicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either
turn signal on.
Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch
Push the Multi-Function Lever away from you to switch
the headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the Lever towards
you to switch the headlights back to LOW beam.
Flash to Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the Multi-Function Lever toward you.
This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam
and remain on until the lever is released.
Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights
These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the
overhead console. Each light is turned ON by pressing
the lens. Press the lens a second time to turn OFF the
light. These lights also turn on when a door is opened, or
when the unlock button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is
turned fully upward, past the second detent.
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Courtesy/Reading Lights
At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/
reading lights.
Press the lens to turn on the light. Press it a second time
to turn off the light.
These lights also turn on when a door is opened, or when
the liftgate is opened, or when the unlock button on the
remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, or when the
dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second
detent.
Sunglasses Storage
At the rear of the console, a compartment is provided for
the storage of a pair of sunglasses.The storage compartment access is a9push/push9design.
Push the raised bar on the compartment door to open.
Push the raised bar to close.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER Ð IF EQUIPPED
HomeLinktreplaces up to three remote controls (hand
held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage
door openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home security
systems. The HomeLinktunit operates off of your vehi-
cle's battery.
NOTE:HomeLinktis disabled when the Vehicle Secu-
rity Alarm is active.
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NOTE:The EVIC will not change the UConnectŸ
language selection. Please refer to ªLanguage Selectionº
in the HANDS±FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnectŸ)
section of this manual for details.
ªLock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 Km/h)º
When ON is selected, all doors will lock automatically
when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
To make your selection, press and release the FUNC-
TION SELECT button until ªONº or ªOFFº appears.
ªUnlock Doors Automatically on Exitº
When ON is selected, all doors will unlock when the
vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the ªPº
(Park) or ªNº (Neutral) position and the driver's door is
opened. To make your selection, press and release the
FUNCTION SELECT button until ªONº or ªOFFº ap-
pears.
ªRemote Key Unlockº
WhenDriver Door 1st Pressis selected, only the driver's
door will unlock on the first press of the remote keyless
entry unlock button. When Driver Door 1st Press is
selected, you must press of the remote keyless entry
unlock button twice to unlock the passenger's doors.
WhenAll Doors 1st Pressis selected, all of the doors will
unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry
unlock button. To make your selection, press and release
the FUNCTION SELECT button until ªDriver Door 1st
Pressº or ªAll Doors 1st Pressº appears.
ªSound Horn with Remote Key Lockº
When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when
the remote keyless entry ªLockº button is pressed. This
feature may be selected with or without the flash lights
on lock/unlock feature. To make your selection, press
and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until ªONº
or ªOFFº appears.
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ªFlash Lights with Remote Key Lockº
When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will
flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the
remote keyless entry transmitter. This feature may be
selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature
selected. To make your selection, press and release the
FUNCTION SELECT button until ªONº or ªOFFº ap-
pears.
ªHeadlights On with Wipersº (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi-
mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The
headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned
off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your
selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT
button until ªONº or ªOFFº appears.NOTE:Turning the headlights on during the daytime
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the
brightness, refer to ªLightsº in Section 3 of this manual.
ªDelay Turning Headlights Offº
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press
and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until ª0,º
ª30,º ª60,º or ª90º appears.
ªTurn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlockº
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter. To
make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION
SELECT button until ªOFF,º ª30 sec.,º ª60 sec.,º or ª90
sec.º appears.
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Audio Systems (Radio).................201,219
Auto Down Power Windows................ 35
Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 31
Auto Up Power Windows.................. 36
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 86
Automatic Door Locks...................30,31
Automatic Headlights.................... 125
Automatic Oil Change Indicator..........179,188
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 252
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 415
Automatic Transmission...........275,280,414,415
Adding Fluid......................415,440
Autostick.........................283,286
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 415
Fluid Change......................... 415
Fluid Level Check...................... 414
Fluid Type........................... 440
Gear Ranges.......................275,281Overdrive........................... 277
Shifting..........................275,280
Special Additives...................... 415
Torque Converter...................... 279
Automatic Transmission Limp Home
Mode...........................280,284,285
Autostick...........................283,286
Axle Fluid............................. 440
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 440
Ball Joints............................. 402
Battery............................... 398
Emergency Starting..................... 373
Jump Starting......................... 373
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Location..........................374,398
Bearings.............................. 416
Belts, Drive............................ 395
Belts, Seat............................42,78
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Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 52
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 128
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 42
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................70,71
Latch Plate............................. 43
Latches................................ 79
Hood............................... 123
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 332
Leaks, Fluid............................ 79
Life of Tires............................ 317
Liftgate................................ 39
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer..........260,404
Light Bulbs..........................79,429
Lights..............................79,124Airbag........................58,63,78,177
Anti-Lock.........................183,294
Automatic Headlights................... 125
Brake Assist Warning................... 301
Brake Warning.....................180,292
Bulb Replacement...................429,430
Courtesy/Reading...................128,140
Cruise.............................. 174
Daytime Running...................... 127
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............127,128
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator...........................299,301
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 175
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 177
Exterior.............................. 79
Fog .............................127,178
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 360
Headlight Switch...................... 124
Headlights........................... 124
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