2008 DODGE MAGNUM SRT wipers

CAUTION!
•Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front
with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the
front fascia will result.
•If the transmission is not operative or if the
vehicle is to be towed more than 30 mi (48 km),
then the only approved method of towing is with
a flat-bed truck. Damage to the transmission may
result.
•Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. Damage to
the rear sheet metal and fascia will occur.
•Do not push or tow this vehicle with another
vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans-
mission may result.If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the key must be in the ON position,
not the ACC position. Make certain the transmission
remains in NEUTRAL.
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With
A Tow Dolly
The manufacturerdoes not recommendthat you tow this
vehicle on a tow dolly. Vehicle damage may occur.
376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for
further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar-
bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro-
tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealers or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
sealers, stop leak products, seal conditioners, compressor
oil, and refrigerants.
A/C Air Filter — If Equipped
The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood,
behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger
side of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers. When
installing a new filter, ensure its proper orientation. To
replace the filter, remove the access door in the cowl
screen by pressing the retaining clips. Slide the lid on the
filter adapter forward and down and remove the used
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393
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Steering Linkage
The tie rod end ball joints should be inspected for
external leakage or damage when other maintenance is
performed.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including seat tracks,
door hinges, liftgate hinges, and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating,
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to ensure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism,
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a smallamount of a high quality lubricant such as MoparLock
Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the lock
cylinder.
Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield and rear window periodically with a sponge
or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will
remove accumulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield or rear window.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield or rear window. Keep the blade rubber
out of contact with petroleum products such as engine
oil, gasoline, etc.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395
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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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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
460 INDEX

Instrument Cluster....................174,175
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 173
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 411
Interior Appearance Care.................. 410
Interior Fuses.......................... 413
Interior Lights.......................... 131
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........133,269
Introduction............................. 4
Jump Starting.......................... 371
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster.......................... 48,49Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 130
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 39
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether
forCHildren) ......................... 67,69
Latch Plate............................. 40
Latches................................ 77
Hood............................... 124
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 337
Leaks, Fluid............................ 77
LifeofTires ............................ 321
Liftgate................................ 36
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer..........269,396
LightBulbs .......................... 77,420
Lights .............................. 77,126
Airbag........................ 56,61,76,178
Anti-Lock.........................184,299
Automatic Headlights................... 127
Brake Assist Warning................... 307
Brake Warning.....................180,297
INDEX 461
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Bulb Replacement...................420,421
Courtesy/Reading...................131,142
Cruise .............................. 175
Daytime Running...................... 129
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............129,130
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 307
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 176
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 178
Exterior.............................. 77
Fog .............................129,179
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 364
Headlight Switch...................... 126
Headlights........................126,423
Headlights On Reminder................. 129
Headlights On With Wipers............128,134
High Beam........................130,179
High Beam Indicator.................... 179
High Beam/Low Beam Select............. 130
Illuminated Entry....................... 20Instrument Cluster..................126,175
Intensity Control....................... 132
Interior..........................131,142
License............................. 428
Lights On Reminder.................... 129
Low Fuel............................ 184
LowTire ............................ 182
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 184
Map Reading......................131,142
Oil Pressure.......................... 179
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness).......... 132
Passing............................. 131
Reading..........................131,142
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 179
Service...........................420,421
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 184
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)........182,327
Traction Control....................... 307
Turn Signal................... 77,129,130,177
462 INDEX

Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description)........................... 175
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 446
Washer, Adding Fluid...............135,270,396
Washer, Rear........................... 269
Washers, Windshield................132,134,396
Washing Vehicle......................... 408
Water
Driving Through...................... 293
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 323
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 410
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 410
Wheel Bearings......................... 407WindBuffeting ....................... 35,152
Window Airbag (Side Curtain)............. 50,56
Window Fogging........................ 267
Windows.............................. 32
Power............................... 32
Windshield Defroster................ 76,259,265
Windshield Washers................132,134,396
Fluid ............................... 396
Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 395
Windshield Wipers....................... 132
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 395
Wiper,Delay ........................133,269
Wiper, Rear.........................269,395
Wipers, Intermittent...................133,269
472 INDEX