2009 DODGE CHARGER instrument panel

▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode ...... 198
▫ Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD
And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) . . . 206
▫ Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files ....... 208
▫ List Button (Disc Mode For
MP3/WMA Play) .................... 210
▫ Info Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play) ............................. 210
 AM/FM/CD/DVD Radio (RER/REN) – If
Equipped ............................ 213
▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition
System (VR) — If Equipped ............. 213
▫ Operating Instructions — uconnect phone
— If Equipped ...................... 213
▫ Clock Setting Procedure ............... 213 
Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) ............... 215
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 216
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 219
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 221
▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode .... 223
 Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio
With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius
Radio ............................... 224
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 225
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 230
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 232
▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 235
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▫Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 235
 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) — If
Equipped ............................ 236
▫ Connecting The iPod ................. 237
▫ Using This Feature ................... 237
▫ Controlling The iPod Using Radio
Buttons ........................... 237
▫ Play Mode ......................... 238
▫ List Or Browse Mode ................. 239
 uconnect studios (Satellite Radio) — If
Equipped (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios
Only) ............................... 241
▫ System Activation .................... 241
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID) ......... 242▫
Selecting uconnect studios
(Satellite) Mode ..................... 243
▫ Satellite Antenna ..................... 243
▫ Reception Quality .................... 243
▫ Operating Instructions — uconnect studios
(Satellite) Mode ..................... 243
▫ Operating Instructions — uconnect phone
(If Equipped) ....................... 246
▫ Operating Instructions — Video
Entertainment System (VES)™
(If Equipped) ....................... 246
 Kicker High Performance Sound System With
Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) –
If Equipped .......................... 246
 uconnect studios (Sirius Backseat TV™) —
If Equipped .......................... 247
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Video Entertainment System (VES)™ —
If Equipped .......................... 248
 Remote Sound System Controls ........... 250
 CD/DVD Maintenance ................. 252
 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ....... 252
 Climate Controls ...................... 253 ▫
Manual Air Conditioning And Heating
System ............................ 253
▫ Automatic Temperature Control — If
Equipped .......................... 256
▫ Operating Tips ...................... 261
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet7 — Climate Control13 — Hood Release
2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Heated Seat Switch*14 — Trunk Release Switch
3 — Hazard Switch 9 — Power Outlet15 — Headlight Switch
4 — Electronic Stability Program OFF Button* /
Traction Control System OFF Button* 10 — Ash Tray*
* If Equipped
5 — Glove Compartment 11 — Storage Compartment*
6 — Radio 12 — Ignition SwitchUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – BASE
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – PREMIUM
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Trip Odometer Button
Base Cluster
The wordTRIPwill appear when this button is pressed.
Push in and hold the button for two seconds when the
trip odometer displays to reset it to 0 miles (km). A
second press of the button will display the outside
temperature in the odometer.
Premium Cluster
Press this button to change the display from odometer to
either of two trip odometer settings. The letter “A” or “B”
will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer
to 0 miles (km). The odometer must be in TRIP mode to
reset it.
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light — If
Equipped
This light will turn on when the electronic
speed control is ON.
5. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear
range. Ease up on the accelerator before reaching the red
area.
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6. Charging System LightThis light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should come on when the
ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly
as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If
the charging system light remains on, it means that the
vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho-
rized dealer.
7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check
when the ignition switch is turned ON. This
light will also turn on while the engine is
running if there is a problem with the Elec-
tronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If the light comes on while the engine is running, safely
bring the vehicle to a complete stop as soon as possible,
place the shift lever in PARK, and cycle the ignition key.
The light should turn off. If the light remains lit with the
engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable.
However, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as
possible.
If the light is flashing when the engine is running,
immediate service is required. In this case, you may
experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle
or engine stall, and your vehicle may require towing.
Also, have the system checked by an authorized dealer if
the light does not come on during starting.
8. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-
ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that
the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
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