2008 DODGE MAGNUM warning light

NOTE:For vehicles equipped with ESP, refer to9Syn-
chronizing ESP9under9Electronic Stability Program9in
Section 5 of this manual if the ESP/BAS light (in the
instrument cluster) remains on continuously after start-
ing 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:
1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out
the battery vent;
2. Personal injury or property damage due to battery
explosion;
3. 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 Reverse
and Drive. Usually the least accelerator pedal pressure to
maintain the rocking motion without spinning the
wheels is most effective.
NOTE:Turn off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Ð if equipped, or Traction Control System (TCS) Ð if
equipped before rocking the vehicle. For details, refer to
ªElectronic Stability Programº or ªTraction Control Sys-
temº in this manual.
376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately
if the brake system warning light indicates system fail-
ure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-
forming underhood services.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
ªFULLº mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require-
ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused by a
leak and a checkup may be needed.Use only manufacturer's recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to ªFluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Partsº for the
correct fluid type.
WARNING!
²Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
²Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point, or is unidentified as to specification,
may result in sudden brake failure during hard
prolonged braking. You could have an accident.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413
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Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
and MopartTotal Clean or equivalent. Care should be
taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any
liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids,
solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean
your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi-
tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MopartGlass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419
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About Your Brakes....................290,292
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 293
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 407
Adding Fuel........................... 336
Adding Rear Washer Fluid................. 261
Adding Washer Fluid...............133,261,404
Additives, Fuel......................... 334
Adjustable Pedals....................... 135
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 396
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 400
Air Conditioning.....................249,251
Air Conditioning Controls................. 249
Air Conditioning Filter.................258,401
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 259
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............400,401
Air Conditioning System..........249,251,252,400
Air Pressure, Tires....................182,312
Airbag................................ 52
Airbag Deployment.....................57,61Airbag Light.....................58,63,78,177
Airbag Maintenance....................... 63
Airbag, Side..........................53,59
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain).............53,59
Alarm, Panic............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm).................18,182
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Alignment and Balance................... 319
All Wheel Drive (AWD)................287,415
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 237
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........406,407,436
Disposal............................ 409
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 293
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............183,294
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Anti-Theft System....................... 182
Appearance Care........................ 416
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)......... 18
460 INDEX

Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 403
B-Pillar Location........................ 307
Brake Assist System...................... 298
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 298
Brake Fluid............................ 440
Brake, Parking.......................... 290
Brake System........................292,411
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 293
Fluid Check.......................413,440
Hoses.............................. 412
Master Cylinder....................... 413
Parking............................. 290
Warning Light.....................180,292
Brakes.............................292,411
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 274
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 75
Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 129
Bulb Replacement.....................429,430
Bulbs, Light..........................79,429Calibration, Compass..................... 192
Capacities, Fluid........................ 436
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 336
Oil (Engine).......................393,394
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 408
Car Washes............................ 417
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............77,335
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier....................... 163
Cargo Management System................. 155
Cargo Organizer....................... 161
Rollaway Tonneau Cover................. 158
Tri-Fold Load Floor..................... 156
Waterproof Liner...................... 160
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 161
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................155,339
Catalytic Converter...................... 397
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............201,219
462 INDEX

Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water.............................. 288
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 240
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 87
Electrical Power Outlets................... 150
Electronic Brake Control System
Brake Assist System.................... 298
Electronic Stability Program............... 299
Traction Control System................. 296
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses).... 421
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 136
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 299
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 175
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 185
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 376
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 360
Jacking............................. 362Jump Starting......................... 373
Overheating.......................... 361
Towing............................. 377
Emission Control System Maintenance......388,442
Engine........................75,384,385,386
Air Cleaner.......................... 396
Block Heater......................... 271
Break-In Recommendations................ 75
Checking Oil Level..................391,392
Compartment...................384,385,386
Coolant (Antifreeze).................406,438
Cooling............................. 405
Exhaust Gas Caution................40,77,335
Fails to Start.......................... 270
Flooded, Starting...................... 270
Fuel Requirements..................... 332
Jump Starting......................... 373
Multi-Displacement..................... 296
Oil ...........................391,436,438
INDEX 465
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Oil Change Interval...............179,188,393
Oil Filler Cap......................393,394
Oil Filter............................ 395
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 395
Oil Selection.......................393,436
Oil Synthetic......................... 394
Operation............................ 75
Overheating.......................... 361
Starting............................. 267
Temperature Gauge..................... 175
Engine Oil Viscosity...................393,394
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 62
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 20
Ethanol............................... 333
Event Data Recorder...................... 64
Exhaust Gas Caution..............40,77,335,405
Exhaust System.......................77,404
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 87
Exterior Lighting........................ 124Exterior Lights.......................... 79
Filler Location Fuel...................... 336
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 396
Air Conditioning....................258,401
Engine Fuel.......................... 396
Engine Oil........................395,438
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 395
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 360
Turn Signal......................79,128,176
Flash-To-Pass........................... 128
Flat Tire Changing....................... 362
Flooded Engine Starting................... 270
Floor Console.......................... 154
Fluid, Brake........................... 440
Fluid Capacities......................... 436
Fluid Leaks............................. 79
466 INDEX

Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 333
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 332
Conserving.......................... 188
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 333
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 175
Fuel................................ 174
Odometer........................... 179
Speedometer......................... 174
Tachometer.......................... 174
Gear Ranges........................275,281
General Information...............18,26,116,331
General Maintenance..................... 390
Glass Cleaning.......................... 419
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............340,343
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............339,342
GVWR............................... 339
Hands-Free Phone (UConnectŸ)........89,219,221Hard Drive (HDD)....................201,219
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water....................... 288
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 360
Head Restraints......................... 120
Headlights
Automatic........................... 125
Bulb Replacement...................... 430
Cleaning............................ 419
Delay.............................. 126
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 128
Lights On Reminder.................... 127
On With Wipers....................126,132
Passing............................. 128
Switch.............................. 124
Time Delay.......................... 126
Heated Mirrors.......................... 88
Heated Seats........................... 120
468 INDEX