2008 DODGE MAGNUM SRT hood open

▫Things You Should Know About Your UConnect
System.............................105
▫General Information...................113

Voice Recognition System (VR) — If Equipped . . 113
▫Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation....113
▫Commands..........................114
▫VoiceTraining........................117

Seats................................118
▫Power Seats.........................118
▫Power Reclining Seats..................119
▫Lumbar Support......................120
▫Head Restraints......................121
▫Heated Seats........................122▫Folding Rear Seat.....................123

To Open And Close The Hood.............124

Lights...............................126
▫Headlight Switch.....................126
▫Automatic Headlights — If Equipped.......127
▫Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Auto Headlights Only).................128
▫Headlight Time Delay..................128
▫Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped.....129
▫Lights-On Reminder...................129
▫Fog Lights..........................129
▫Multifunction Lever...................129
▫Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights.....131
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When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make
sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the
seatback above the seat strap.
WARNING!
•Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback is not securely locked into
position, the seat will not provide the proper
stability for child seats and/or passengers. An
improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
•The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the
rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down
position) should not be used as a play area by
children when the vehicle is in motion. They could
be seriously injured in an accident. Children
should be seated and using the proper restraint
system.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood. First, pull
the hood release lever located under the left side of the
instrument panel.
Hood Release Lever
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Next, move to the outside of the vehicle and push the
safety catch to the left. The safety catch is located under
the center front edge of the hood.
Use the hood prop rod (if equipped) to secure the hood in
the open position.To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 6
in (15 cm), and then drop it. This should secure both
latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully
closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches
are fully latched before driving.
Hood Safety Catch
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damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing CO, refer
to “Exhaust Gas” under “Safety Tips” in Section 2.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera-
ture controlled and can start at any time the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, don’t open the
hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never
try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the
radiator is hot.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397
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All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass
cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved
and should not be used for replacement.
LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number
Low Beam Headlight.....................9006
High Beam Headlight.....................9005
Front Park/Turn Light..................3457AK
Front Fog Light — if equipped...........9145/H10
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Front Side Marker......................194NA
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Tail/Stop......................3157KP27/7WK
Turn Light.....................3757AP27/7WK
Rear Side Marker................3757APY27/7W
Backup Light......................921/W16W
Center High-Mount Stop Light
(CHMSL)....... LED(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
License.............................. W5WBULB REPLACEMENT
Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and
Park/Turn Light — Models with Halogen
Headlights
1. Open the hood.
NOTE:Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be
necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlight assem-
bly on the driver side of the vehicle.
2. Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-
terclockwise and then pull it out of the headlight assem-
bly.
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Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and
Park/Turn Light — Models with High Intensity
Discharge Headlights (HID)
High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID
The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlight switch off and the key removed.Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb
yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights when the
headlight switch is turned ON. It may cause serious
electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop-
erly. See your authorized dealer for service.NOTE:On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis-
charge Headlights (HID), when the headlights are turned
on, there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and
becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as
the system charges.
1. Open the hood.
NOTE:Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be
necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlight assem-
bly on the driver side of the vehicle.
2. Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-
terclockwise and then pull it out of the headlight assem-
bly.
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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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High Speed.......................... 319
Inflation Pressures..................... 317
LifeofTires .......................... 321
Load Capacity.....................312,313
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 327
Quality Grading....................... 448
Radial.............................. 319
Replacement......................... 322
Rotation............................. 325
Safety...........................308,316
Sizes ............................... 309
Snow Tires........................... 324
Spinning ............................ 320
TrailerTowing ........................ 356
Tread Wear Indicators................... 320
To Open Hood.......................... 124
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 353
Towing ............................... 347
24-Hour Towing Assistance............... 100Behind a Motor Home.................. 361
Disabled Vehicle....................... 375
Guide .............................. 352
Recreational.......................... 361
Weight .............................. 352
Towing Assistance....................... 100
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home......... 361
Traction Control......................... 302
TrailerTowing .......................... 347
Cooling System Tips.................... 360
Hitches............................. 351
Minimum Requirements................. 354
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 353
Wiring .............................. 358
TrailerTowingGuide ..................... 352
TrailerWeight .......................... 352
Transmission........................... 406
Automatic......................281,285,406
Fluid ............................... 431
470 INDEX