Dodge 2008 Charger User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

INTRODUCTION

.............................................................3

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

...............................9

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

...............................79

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

................................... 157

STARTING AND OPERATING

.................................................251

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

...............................................343

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

...............................................363

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

..................................................425

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

..........................................433

INDEX

....................................................................443

INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

mIntroduction ...........................4

mHow To Use This Manual ..................4

mWarnings And Cautions ...................6

mVehicle Identification Number ...............6

mVehicle Modifications / Alterations ...........7

INTRODUCTION

This manual has been prepared with the assistance of

service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with

the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is

supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and

various customer oriented documents. You are urged to

read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-

tions and recommendations in this manual will help

assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored

in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with

the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be

aware of all safety warnings.

When it comes to service, remember that your dealer

knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni-

cians and genuine Mopartparts, and is interested in

your satisfaction.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the table of contents to determine which section

contains the information you desire.

The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a

complete listing of all subjects.

Consult the following table for a description of the

symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout

this owner manual:

4 INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION 5

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This manual contains WARNINGS against operating

procedures, which could result in an accident or bodily

injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures,

which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do

not read this entire manual, you may miss important

information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is on the left

front corner of the instrument panel. The VIN is visible

from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This

number also appears on the Automobile Information

Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the

vehicle registration, and the title. NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN.

VIN LOCATION

6 INTRODUCTION

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could

seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and

may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or

death.

INTRODUCTION 7

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

mA Word About Your Keys ..................12

▫Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) .............12

▫FOB With Integrated Key.................13

▫Tip Start Feature .......................14

▫Ignition Key Removal ...................14

▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................15

mSentry Key ............................15

▫Replacement Keys ......................16

▫Customer Key (FOB) Programming ..........17

▫General Information ....................18

mSecurity Alarm System — If Equipped .........18

▫Rearming Of The System .................18

▫To Arm The System .....................19

▫To Disarm The System ...................19

mIlluminated Entry System ..................20

mRemote Keyless Entry .....................20

▫To Unlock The Doors ...................21

▫To Lock The Doors .....................23

▫To Unlatch The Trunk ...................24

▫Using The Panic Alarm ..................24

▫Programming Additional Transmitters ........25

▫Transmitter Battery Service ...............25

▫General Information ....................26

mRemote Starting System — If Equipped ........26

▫How To Use Remote Start ................26

mDoor Locks ............................28

▫Manual Door Locks .....................28

▫Power Door Locks .....................29

▫Child Protection Door Lock ...............32

mWindows .............................34

▫Power Windows .......................34

▫Wind Buffeting ........................38

mTrunk Lock And Release ...................38

mTrunk Safety Warning.....................39

▫Trunk Emergency Release ................40

mOccupant Restraints ......................40

▫Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................41

▫Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .....46

▫Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................47

▫Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System

(BeltAlertt) ..........................47

▫Automatic Locking Mode — If Equipped .....49

▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............49

▫Seat Belt Extender ......................50

10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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