2008 DODGE MAGNUM SRT mirror

STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle.
•Do not leave animals or children inside parked ve-
hicles in hot weather; interior heat buildup may cause
serious injury or death.
•Be sure to turn OFF the engine and remove the key
from the ignition switch if you want to rest or sleep in
your car. Accidents can be caused by inadvertently
moving the shift lever. Accidents can also be caused
by pressing the accelerator pedal. This may cause
excessive heat in the exhaust system, resulting in
overheating and vehicle fire, which may cause serious
or fatal injuries.
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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 MoparGlass 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
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may
scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
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Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
16 — 20 Amp
YellowRear Power Outlet
17 — 20 Amp
YellowCluster
18 — 20 Amp
YellowSelectable Power Outlet
19 — 10 Amp
RedStop Lights
20 — 20 Amp
YellowRear Wiper Motor
21 — — —
22 — — —
23 — — —
24 — — —
25 — — —Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
26 — — —
27 — 10 Amp
RedOccupant Restraint Con-
troller (ORC)
28 — 10 Amp
RedIgnition Run
29 — 5 Amp
OrangeCluster/Electronic Sta-
bility Program (ESP)/
Powertrain Control
Module (PCM)/STOP
LIGHT Switch
30 — 10 Amp
RedDoor Modules/Power
Mirrors/Steering Con-
trol Module (SCM)
31 — — —
32 — — —
33 — — —
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Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
34 — — —
35 — 5 Amp
OrangeAntenna Module - if
equipped/Power Mir-
rors
36 — 20 Amp
YellowHands-Free Phone - if
equipped/Video Moni-
tor - if equipped/Radio
37 — 15 Amp
BlueTransmission
38 — 10 Amp
RedCargo Light/Satellite
Receiver (SDARS) Video
- if equipped/Vehicle
Information Module - if
equipped
39 — 10 Amp
RedHeated Mirrors - if
equippedCavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
40 — 5 Amp
OrangeAuto Inside Rearview
Mirror/Heated Seats - if
equipped/Switch Bank
41 — 10 Amp
RedAC Heater Control/
Headlights/Tire Pres-
sure Monitoring - if
equipped
42 30 Amp
Pink— Front Blower Motor
43 30 Amp
Pink— Rear Window Defroster
44 20 Amp
Blue— Amplifier - if equipped/
Sunroof - if equipped
*Cavities 11, 12, and 13 contain self-resetting fuses
(circuit breakers) that are only serviceable by an autho-
rized dealer. The cluster and the driver SEAT switch are
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Audio Systems (Radio).................205,225
Auto Down Power Windows................ 33
Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 29
Auto Up Power Windows.................. 33
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 83
Automatic Door Locks................... 28,29
Automatic Headlights.................... 127
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 260
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 407
Automatic Transmission.............285,406,407
Adding Fluid......................407,431
Autostick.........................288,290
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 407
Fluid Change......................... 407
Fluid Level Check...................... 406
FluidType ........................... 431
Shifting ............................. 285
Special Additives...................... 407Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode . . 289,290
Autostick ...........................288,290
AxleFluid ............................. 431
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 431
BallJoints ............................. 394
Battery............................... 390
Emergency Starting..................... 371
Jump Starting......................... 371
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 23
Location..........................371,391
Bearings.............................. 407
Belts,Drive ............................ 387
Belts, Seat............................ 39,76
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 395
B-Pillar Location........................ 312
Brake Assist System...................... 302
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 300
Brake Fluid............................ 431
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Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......398,429,430
Corrosion Protection..................... 408
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 138
CruiseLight ........................... 175
CupHolder .........................155,412
Customer Assistance..................... 443
Data Recorder, Event...................... 61
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights........... 132
Daytime Running Lights................... 129
Dealer Service.......................... 384
Defroster, Rear Window................... 271
Defroster, Windshield................ 76,259,265
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..............133,269
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 381
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player..........205,225
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 130
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine).......................... 385Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 375
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 401
Engine Oil........................... 387
Door Locks............................. 27
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 28
Door Opener, Garage..................... 143
DriveBelts ............................ 387
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 292
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water......................... 293
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 247
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 85
Electrical Power Outlets................... 153
Electronic Brake Control System............. 300
Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses).... 413
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 138
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Exhaust System....................... 74,396
Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 85
Exterior Lighting........................ 126
Exterior Lights.......................... 77
Filler Location Fuel...................... 341
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 388
Air Conditioning....................267,393
Engine Fuel.......................... 389
Engine Oil........................387,430
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 387
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 364
Turn Signal...................... 77,130,177
Flash-To-Pass........................... 131
Flooded Engine Starting................... 280
Floor Console.......................... 157
Fluid, Brake........................... 431Fluid Capacities......................... 429
Fluid Leaks............................. 77
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 406
Brake............................... 405
Cooling System....................... 398
Engine Oil........................... 385
Power Steering........................ 394
Fluids ................................ 430
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 430
Fog Lights..........................129,179
Folding Rear Seat........................ 123
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 374
Front Suspension Ball Joints................ 394
Front Wheel Bearings..................... 407
Fuel................................. 337
Adding............................. 341
Additives............................ 339
CleanAir ............................ 338
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Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water......................... 293
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 364
Head Restraints......................... 121
Headlights............................ 423
Automatic........................... 127
Bulb Replacement...................... 421
Cleaning............................ 411
Delay .............................. 128
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 130
Lights On Reminder.................... 129
On With Wipers....................128,134
Passing............................. 131
Switch .............................. 126
TimeDelay .......................... 128
Heated Mirrors.......................... 86
Heated Seats........................... 122
Heater............................... 258Heater, Engine Block..................... 281
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 130
Hitches
TrailerTowing ........................ 351
Holder,Coin ........................... 157
Holder,Cup ........................... 155
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 143
Hood Release.......................... 124
Hoses.............................402,403
Ignition............................... 14
Key ............................... 12,14
Ignition Key Removal..................... 14
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Infant Restraint........................ 63,64
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 182
Information Center, Vehicle................. 185
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 83
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