Dodge Charger: OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS / Maintaining Your Air Bag System
WARNING!
- Modifications to any part of the air bag system could cause it to
fail when you need it. You could be injured if the air bag system is not there
to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any
kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper
passenger side of the instrument panel. Do not modify the front fascia/bumper,
vehicle body structure, or add aftermarket side steps or running boards.
- It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air bag system yourself.
Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an air bag system.
- Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag system. The air
bag may inflate acci- dentally or may not function properly if modifications
are made. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air bag system service.
If your seat, including your trim cover and cushion, needs to be serviced in
any way (including removal or loosening/tightening of seat attachment bolts),
take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accessories
may be used. If it is necessary to modify the air bag system for persons with
disabilities, contact an authorized dealer.
In the event of an impact, if the communication network remains intact, and the
power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) will determine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System
perform the following functions:
Cut off fuel to the engine (if equipped)...
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose
of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as
an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding
how a vehicle’s systems performed...
Other information:
Before towing, practice turning, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area
located away from heavy traffic.
Automatic Transmission
Select the DRIVE range when towing. The transmission controls include a drive
strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing...
There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare
tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays. Fuse cavity location and
descriptions are printed on the inside of the power distribution center cover.
CAUTION!
When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important
to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched...