2009 DODGE CHARGER bulb

TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the MIL.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL) is functioning and is not on
when the engine is running, and that the OBD II system
is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may notbe ready if your vehicle was recently serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb
check.
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*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 (if
equipped) are fused by the 25-Amp circuit breaker in
Cavity 11. The passenger seat switch (if equipped) is
fused by the 25-Amp circuit breaker in Cavity 12. The
door modules, the driver power window switch, and the
passenger power window switch are fused by the 25-
Amp circuit breaker in Cavity 13. If you experience
temporary or permanent loss of these systems, see your
authorized dealer for service.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than
21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
Interior
Bulb Number
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights .............. W5W
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Light ............. 562
Overhead Console Reading Lights ............. 578
Visor Vanity Lights ..................... A6220
Glove Box Light ......................... 194
Door Courtesy .......................... 562
Shift Indicator Light ................. JKLE14140
Optional Door Map Pocket / Cupholder
Lighting ........ LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
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NOTE:For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer
for replacement instructions.
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.
Exterior Bulb Number
Low Beam Headlight (Standard Halogen) ......9006
Low Beam Headlight – High Intensity
Discharge (HID) ......................... D1S
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
High Beam Headlight ..................... 9005
Front Park/Turn Light ................... 3157A
Front Fog Light — If Equipped ..........9145/H10
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Front Side Marker ........................ 194
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Tail/Stop Light ......................... 3057
Tail/Turn Light ......................... 3057Rear Side Marker
........................ 168
Backup Light ........................... 921
Center High-Mount Stop Light (CHMSL) ....... LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
License ................................ 168
BULB REPLACEMENT
Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight,
Park/Turn Light, and Front Side Marker 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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CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and
install the replacement bulb.
4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the head-
light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
1 — High Beam Headlight Bulb
2 — Low Beam Headlight Bulb
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Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and
Park/Turn Light — Models with High Intensity
Discharge Headlights (HID)
HID Headlights
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
HID headlights when the HEADLIGHT switch is
turned ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or
electrocution if not serviced properly. See your au-
thorized dealer for service.
NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlights,
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.
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Backup Light, Side Marker Light, Tail/Turn Light,
and Tail/Stop Light
1. Open the Trunk.
2. Remove two fasteners from the back of the tail light
assembly.
3. Pull back the trunk liner.4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the
tail light assembly.
5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector.
7. Pull the tail light assembly clear from the vehicle to
access the bulbs.
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8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-
terclockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly.
1 — Backup Light Bulb
2 — Side Marker Light Bulb
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