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2009 charger
2009
OWNER’S MANUAL
Chrysler LLC
81-226-0920 Second Edition Printed in U.S.A.
147913 09 OM Dodge LX48Charger.indd 1 9/8/08 3:41:08 PM
CHARGER
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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or op- name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor. tional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer DRIVING AND ALCOHOL available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please Drunken driving is
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................3 1 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................9 2 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...............................81 3 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ................................... 165 4 5 STARTING AND OPERATING ................................................. 265 5 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ......................................
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INTRODUCTION 1 CONTENTS Introduction ........................... 4 Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6 How To Use This Manual .................. 4 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7 Warnings And Cautions ................... 6
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4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint contains the information you desire. you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet contains a complete listing of all subjects. and various customer-oriented docume
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INTRODUCTION 5 1
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6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that 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
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INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS 1 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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2 CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ................. 12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ........ 18 ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) ............ 12 ▫ Rearming Of The System ................ 18 ▫ FOB With Integrated Key ............... 13 ▫ To Arm The System ................... 18 ▫ Ignition Key Removal .................. 13 ▫ To Disarm The System ................. 19 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............... 14 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ....
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10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...... 24 Trunk Safety Warning ................... 40 ▫ Transmitter Battery Service .............. 25 ▫ Trunk Emergency Release ............... 41 ▫ General Information ................... 26 Occupant Restraints ..................... 41 Remote Starting System — If Equipped ....... 26 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 42 ▫ How To Use Remote Start ............... 27 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Pro
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Child Restraints ...................... 67 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle ............................. 79 Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 77 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Safety Tips ........................... 78 2 Outside The Vehicle ................... 80 ▫ Transporting Passengers ................ 78 ▫ Exhaust Gas ......................... 78
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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Fob with Integrated Key and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch. You can insert the double-sided integrated key into the igni- tion switch with either side up. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with detents and one that is spri
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Fob with Integrated Key The Fob with Integrated Key (FOBIK) operates the igni- tion switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a valet key, which stores in the rear 2 of the Fob. The valet key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Fob go dead. The valet key is also for locking the glove box. You can keep the valet key with you when valet parking. To remove the valet key from the Fob,
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14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a power outlets will remain active for 10 minutes after number of reasons. A child or others could be seri- the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. ously or fatally injured. Don
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds After turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a position. bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In 2 SENTRY KEY addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, The Sentry Key Immobilizer syst
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16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional RKE transmit- CAUTION! ters, or any other transponder-equipped components on the same key chain will not cause a fault unless the Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all additional part is physically held against the RKE doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. transmitter being used to start the vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other Radio Frequency (RF) elec- At the time of purchase, the original
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming and the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing, turn on If you have two valid RKE transmitters with integrated again for three seconds, and then turn off. keys, you can program new RKE transmitters to the The new integrated key is programmed. The Remote system by performing the following procedure: 2 Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be pro- 1. Insert the first valid integrated key into the ignition grammed during
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18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information Rearming of the System The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn the horn subject to the following conditions: off after three minutes, turn all of the visual signals off after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will • This device may not cause harmf
