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Dodge Avenger User Manual

Dodge Avenger User Manual

2014
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  • Page 1 > 2014 AVENGER // USEr GUiDE...
  • Page 2 > iMpoRtANt This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals, Warranty ® Booklets, Tire Warranty and Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER INTRODUCTION/WELCOME (HomeLink®) ....70 WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC . . . 2 POWER OUTLET ....73 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE UTILITY DRIVER COCKPIT...

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, SRT, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT 1. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 68 2. Turn Signal/Lights Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 20 3. Instrument Cluster pg. 6 4. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display 5. Speed Control pg. 23 6.
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 11. Glove Compartment 12. Power Outlet pg. 73 13. iPod®/USB/MP3 Control pg. 61 14. Shifter 15. Emergency Brake 16. Hood Release pg. 94 17. Power Windows 18. Auto Down 19. Power Door Locks 20. Power Mirrors...

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light** - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Air Bag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Transmission Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - Vehicle Security Indicator* CRUISE - High Beam Indicator - Cruise Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Electronic Stability Con- trol (ESC) Off Indicator - Park/Headlight ON Indi- cator Odometer Messages door - Door Ajar CHANgE OIL* - Change Engine Oil deck - Trunk Ajar...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors • Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter to lock both doors. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. • Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door (EVIC can be setup for driver door first, otherwise this will unlock all...

  • Page 11: Remote Start

    GETTING STARTED REMOTE START • Press the REMOTE START button on the Key Fob twice within five seconds. Pressing the REMOTE START button a third time shuts the engine off. • To drive the vehicle, press the UNLOCK button, insert the key in the ignition and turn to the ON/RUN position.

  • Page 12: Trunk Emergency Release

    GETTING STARTED Trunk Emergency Release • As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the trunk latching mechanism. WARNING! Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or through the inside of the vehicle.

  • Page 13: Seat Belt

    GETTING STARTED SEAT BELT • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. • Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt.

  • Page 14: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED • If the Air Bag Warning Light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately. • Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
  • Page 15 GETTING STARTED • You may use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined weight of the child and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt and tether anchor instead of the LATCH system once the combined weight is more than 65 lbs (29.5 kg). •...
  • Page 16 GETTING STARTED Installing The Child Restraint Using The LATCH Lower Anchors NOTE: Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two or more child restraints. 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages.
  • Page 17 GETTING STARTED Installing The Top Tether Strap (With Either Lower Anchors Or Vehicle Seat Belt): • When installing a forward-facing child restraint, always secure the top tether strap, up to the tether anchor weight limit, whether the child restraint is installed with the lower anchors or the vehicle seat belt.

  • Page 18: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED FRONT SEATS Power Seat • The power seat switch, located on the out- board side of the seat near the floor, controls forward/back, up/down, and tilt adjustment. • The recline switch controls the seatback recliner. Manual Seat Adjustment Forward/Rearward •...
  • Page 19 GETTING STARTED Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment • The height adjustment control lever is lo- cated on the outboard side of the seat. Raise the lever to raise the seat. Lower the lever to lower the seat. CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls.

  • Page 20: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED REAR SEATS Folding Rear Seatback • To fold the rear seatback forward, pull on the loops to fold down either or both seat- backs. When returning the rear seatback to the upright position, be sure the seat- back is latched. HEATED SEATS Front Heated Seats •...

  • Page 21: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN • The tilt/telescoping control lever is lo- cated below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. • Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. • To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired.

  • Page 22: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS • A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. • Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.

  • Page 23: Instrument Panel Dimmer

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Dimmer • Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. • Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the parking lights or headlights are on.

  • Page 24: Wiper/Washer Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIPER/WASHER LEVER Front Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation • Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation. Mist •...

  • Page 25: Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL • The Speed Control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed Control. • CRUISE will appear on the instru- ment cluster to indicate the Speed Con- trol is on.
  • Page 26 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Decrease Speed • When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET - button. • The speed decrement shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: U.S.

  • Page 27: Manual Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Recirculation • Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the Recirculation button off. • Recirculation is allowed in floor and defrost/floor (mix modes) for approximately five minutes. Heated Mirrors •...

  • Page 28: Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation • Turn the Mode and Blower Controls to the AUTO position. • Select the desired temperature by rotating the Temperature Control. • The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air Conditioning (A/C) •...

  • Page 29: Power Sunroof

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF • The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. Opening Sunroof Express Open • Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically. Manual Open •...
  • Page 30 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not let children play with the sunroof. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN position.

  • Page 31: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIND BUFFETING • Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together. • If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any window.

  • Page 32: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM 1. Uconnect® Voice Command Button pg. 65 2. Uconnect® Phone Button pg. 62 3. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Left) pg. 61 4. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Right) pg. 61...
  • Page 33 ELECTRONICS 5. USB port pg. 41 6. Audio Jack pg. 41 7. Power Outlet pg. 73 8. USB Port pg. 50...

  • Page 34: Uconnect® 130

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 130 NOTE: • Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience for you and your passengers. • Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Clock Setting 1.

  • Page 35: Radio Operation

    ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade 1. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and “BASS” will display. 2. Rotate the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to select the desired setting. 3. Continue pressing the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to display and set “MID RANGE,” “TREBLE,” “BALANCE” and “FADE.” Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons •...

  • Page 36: Uconnect® 130 With Siriusxm Satellite Radio

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 130 WITH SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect® Voice Command and Uconnect® Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 37 ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade 1. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and “BASS” will display. 2. Rotate the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to select the desired setting. 3. Continue pressing the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to display and set “MID RANGE,” “TREBLE,” “BALANCE” and “FADE.” Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons •...

  • Page 38: Siriusxm Satellite Radio

    ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Satellite Radio • SiriusXM services require subscriptions, sold separately after the 12-month trial in- cluded with the new vehicle purchase. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel.

  • Page 39: Uconnect® 430/430N

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 430/430N NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect® Voice Command and Uconnect® Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 40 ELECTRONICS Menu • Press the MENU hard-key to access the System Setup menu and the My Files menu. • Press the MENU hard-key in an active mode (SAT, CD, AUX, etc.) to change mode specific settings. Equalizer, Balance And Fade Audio Control Menu •...
  • Page 41 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation • To access Radio Mode, touch the “RADIO” hard-key on the left side of the faceplate, then touch the “AM,” “FM” or “SAT” soft-key at the top of the screen to select the band. Seek Up/Seek Down •...
  • Page 42 ELECTRONICS CD/DVD Disc Operation • Press the “MEDIA” hard key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “HDD,” “DISC,” or “AUX” media source soft-key tab. NOTE: Your Touchscreen Radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system.
  • Page 43 ELECTRONICS Audio Jack Operation • The AUX/Audio Jack provides a means to connect a portable audio device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod®, to the vehicle’s sound system. This requires the use of a 3.5 mm stereo audio patch cable. •...
  • Page 44 ELECTRONICS Copying Music From USB • The USB port on the radio face plate allows you to copy files to your hard drive. To access, lift up the cover. • Insert a USB device (e.g. thumb drive or memory stick), then select the “MY MUSIC” soft-key.
  • Page 45 ELECTRONICS Playing Music From The HDD • Press the “MEDIA” hard-key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Touch the “HDD” soft-key tab. Touch the desired track soft-key to play or touch the “SEARCH/BROWSE” soft-key to search by artist, by album, by song, by genre, from a folder, or from Favorites.
  • Page 46 ELECTRONICS Main Navigation Menu Finding Points Of Interest • From the main Navigation menu, touch the “Where To?” soft-key, then touch the “Points of Interest” soft-key. • Select a Category, then a subcategory, if necessary. • Select your destination and touch the “Go”...
  • Page 47 ELECTRONICS Following Your Route • Your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated. A speed limit icon could appear as you travel on major roadways. Adding A Via Point •...

  • Page 48: Uconnect® 730N

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 730N NOTE: Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers. Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Clock Setting 1.
  • Page 49 ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade Audio Control Menu • Press the MENU hard-key on the right side of the radio. Then press the “Audio Con- trol” soft-key to get to the audio control menu. • Use either the arrow soft-keys or the cross-hair on the screen to change Bal- ance and Fade.
  • Page 50 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation • To access Radio Mode, touch the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key on the left side of the faceplate repeatedly until AM/FM/SAT appears at the top of the screen, then touch the “AM,” “FM” or “SAT” soft-key to select the band. Seek Up/Seek Down •...
  • Page 51 ELECTRONICS CD/DVD Disc Operation • Press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key until the media source tabs are displayed at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “HDD,” “DISC” or “AUX” media source soft-key tab. NOTE: Your Touchscreen Radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system.
  • Page 52 ELECTRONICS Audio Jack Operation • The AUX/Audio Jack provides a means to connect a portable audio device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod®, to the vehicle’s sound system. This requires the use of a 3.5 mm stereo audio patch cable. •...
  • Page 53 ELECTRONICS • Touch the “Add Music Files to HDD” soft-key, then touch the “From Disc” soft-key in the next screen to start the process. NOTE: • You might need to select the folder or title depending on the CD, then press “Done” to start the copy process.
  • Page 54 ELECTRONICS Copying Pictures To The HDD • Insert either a CD or a USB device containing your pictures in JPEG format. • Press the MENU hard-key to access the Settings Menu, then touch the “My Files” soft-key. • Touch the “My Pictures” soft-key to get an overview of the currently stored images, then touch the “Add”...
  • Page 55 ELECTRONICS Playing Music From The HDD • Press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key until the media source tabs are displayed at the top of the screen. Touch the “HDD” soft-key tab. Touch the desired track soft-key to play or touch the “SEARCH/BROWSE” soft-key to search by artist, by album, by song, by genre, from a folder, or from Favorites.
  • Page 56 ELECTRONICS 4. Once satisfied with the volume, touch the “SAVE” soft-key to save the settings. Touch the “CANCEL” soft-key to exit the menu without saving the settings. NOTE: For your own safety and the safety of others, it is not possible to use certain features while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 57 ELECTRONICS • Touch the “LIST” soft-key to display a list of possible street names. Select the correct street name. • Next input the number. • In the Confirm Route screen the navigation radio displays the complete address, a map of the destination area, and the current routing method for you to verify. •...
  • Page 58 ELECTRONICS Route Guidance • After starting route guidance, the system calculates the route and announces: “Follow the arrows on the display.” You will receive navigation recommendations by voice mes- sages and screen displays. Route Options • After pressing the “OPTIONS” soft-key in the Route Guidance Menu, the following infor- mation is displayed: •...

  • Page 59: Siriusxm Satellite Radio/Travel Link

    ELECTRONICS SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO/TRAVEL LINK • SiriusXM Travel Link requires a subscription, sold separately after the 1 year trial sub- scription included with your vehicle purchase. • SiriusXM Travel Link is only available in the United States. • The following describes features that are available when in SiriusXM Satellite Radio mode. •...
  • Page 60 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Satellite Radio Favorites (SAT Favorites) • You can save 50 favorite songs and 50 favorite artists. • Touch the “Add Favorite” soft-key to add either the song or the artist of the currently playing program to the SAT Favorites list. The favorite star will appear in the upper right corner, below the “SAT”...
  • Page 61 ELECTRONICS Replay • While you are in SAT mode, you can replay 44 minutes of the current SiriusXM channel (when the channel is changed, this audio buffer is erased). Press the REPLAY button to listen to the stored audio. • You can touch the on-screen controls to pause and rewind audio playback, touch the SCAN button to preview each of the tracks stored in the buffer, or select a...
  • Page 62 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Travel Link (Uconnect® 730N & Uconnect® 430N Only) • SiriusXM Travel Link brings a wealth of useful information into your vehicle and right to your fingertips. • To access Travel Link, press the MENU hard-key, then the “Travel Link” soft-key. View and store your favorite location, theater and sport teams 1 –...

  • Page 63: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS • The steering wheel audio controls are lo- cated on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right Switch • Press the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SAT.

  • Page 64: Uconnect® Phone

    ELECTRONICS • Touchscreen Radios: To hear audio from devices connected to the USB port, press the “MEDIA” hard-key, then touch the “AUX” or “iPod®” soft-key. • When connected to this feature: • The iPod® can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod®...
  • Page 65 ELECTRONICS NOTE: The Uconnect® Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Profile, Version 1.0 or higher. For Uconnect® Customer Support: U.S. residents - visit www.UconnectPhone.com or call 1–877–855–8400. Canadian residents - visit www.UconnectPhone.com or call, 1-800-465–2001 (English) or 1-800-387-9983 (French). This site will provide specific instructions based on the type of mobile phone being paired.
  • Page 66 ELECTRONICS Phonebook Phonebook Download — Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone • If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, Uconnect® Phone automatically downloads names (text names) and number entries from your mobile phone’s phone- book. Specific Bluetooth® Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature.

  • Page 67: Uconnect® Voice Command

    ELECTRONICS Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle • During a call, press the “Voice Command” button • After the BEEP, say “transfer call.” Changing The Volume • Start a dialogue by pressing the “Phone” button , then adjust the volume during a normal call.
  • Page 68 ELECTRONICS • Start a dialogue by pressing the “Voice Command” button , you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. Below are a list of voice commands for each of the different modes. Common Voice Commands (Examples) While In: Voice Command Example: “Radio AM”...
  • Page 69 ELECTRONICS While In: Voice Command Example: To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo.” The following are common voice commands for this mode: “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the recording, you may press the Voice Command button to stop recording.

  • Page 70: Bluetooth® Streaming Audio

    ELECTRONICS Bluetooth® STREAMING AUDIO • If equipped with Uconnect® Voice Com- mand, your Bluetooth®-equipped iPod® devices, cell phones or other media play- ers, may also be able to stream music to your vehicles speakers. Your connected device must be Bluetooth®-compatible, paired with your...

  • Page 71: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS Compass Calibration • This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manu- ally. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated. • You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL”...

  • Page 72: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink®)

    ELECTRONICS Sound Horn With Lock • To turn the horn chirp on or off when the doors are locked: • Press the LOCK button for at least four seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press the PANIC button while still holding the LOCK button. •...
  • Page 73 ELECTRONICS Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® • Ensure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. • For efficient programming and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal, it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink®...
  • Page 74 ELECTRONICS 6. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink® button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, program- ming is complete. NOTE: If the device does not activate, press the button a third time (for two seconds) to complete the training.

  • Page 75: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET • There are two 12 Volt electrical outlets on this vehicle. • The instrument panel power outlet, lo- cated below the climate control knobs, has power available only when the igni- tion is ON. This power outlet will also op- erate a conventional cigar lighter unit.

  • Page 76: Utility

    UTILITY TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings Engine/ Max. GTW (Gross Max. Trailer Tongue Max. Frontal Area Transmission Trailer Wt.) 11 sq ft (1.0 sq.m) 2.4L/Auto 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)

  • Page 77: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    UTILITY RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the All Models Ground Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Front Dolly Tow Rear NOT ALLOWED On Trailer Recreational Towing — All Models • Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer.

  • Page 78: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for U.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Resi- dents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number, license plate number, and your loca- tion, including the telephone number from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 79 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE VEHICLE PLAC- ARD OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR. NOTE: AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
  • Page 80 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Engine Temperature Warning Light • This light warns of an overheated engine condition. • If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle.
  • Page 81 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Oil Pressure Warning Light • This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns on.

  • Page 82: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Air Bag Warning Light • If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message •...

  • Page 83: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Engine Oil Overheating — 2.4L Gas • On hot days the engine oil temperature may become too hot during sustained high- speed driving or if towing a trailer up long grades. If this happens, a HOTOIL message will flash in the odometer and the vehicle speed will be reduced to 48 mph (77 km/h) maximum until the engine oil temperature is reduced.

  • Page 84: Jacking Instructions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmission) or REVERSE (manual transmis- sion).
  • Page 85 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack with two attachment points. When the jack is partially expanded, the tension between the two attachment points holds the jack handle in place. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.

  • Page 86: Road Tire Installation

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Remove the wheel nuts, and pull the wheel and wheel covers (where applicable) off the hub. Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the nuts. 7.
  • Page 87 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, snapping the cover over the two lug nuts. Do not use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover.
  • Page 88 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack.

  • Page 89: Battery Location

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES BATTERY LOCATION • The battery in your vehicle is located between the left front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash shield. To allow jump-starting there are remote battery posts located on the left side of the engine compartment. JUMP-STARTING •...

  • Page 90: Preparations For Jump-Start

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jump-Start • The battery in your vehicle is located between the left front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash shield. To allow jump-starting there are remote battery posts located on the left side of the engine compartment. 1.
  • Page 91 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 5. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle.

  • Page 92: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE • If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Turn the engine OFF. 2.

  • Page 93: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

  • Page 94: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then move the shift lever back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE.

  • Page 95: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • 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.

  • Page 96: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD 1. Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driv- er’s door. 2. Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, in the middle of the hood opening. 3.

  • Page 97: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 98 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 99: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Capacities Part We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 7.7 Quarts (7.3 Liters) Includes Engine Coolant – 2.4L Engine 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula heater and coolant recovery OAT (Organic Additive Tech- bottle filled to MAX level.
  • Page 100 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Capacities Part Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect Automatic Transmission the function or performance — of your transmission. We rec- ommend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid. We recommend you use MOPAR®...

  • Page 101: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means that service is required for your vehicle.
  • Page 102 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter. • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
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  • Page 105: Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 106: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module (fuses) • The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 40 Amp Green —...
  • Page 107 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 40 Amp Green — Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay — 20 Amp Yellow Audio Amplifier – If Equipped — 15 Amp Lt. Blue Radio — 10 Amp Red Siren – If Equipped Ignition Run –...

  • Page 108: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES • Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. • The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information”...

  • Page 109: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. • To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.

  • Page 110: Consumer Assistance

    • A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck, Dodge and SRT websites. • Click on the “For Owners” tab, select “Owner/Service Manuals”, then select your desired...

  • Page 111: Reporting Safety Defects In The United States

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES • If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra- tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. •...

  • Page 112: Mopar® Accessories

    • For the full line of Authentic Dodge Accessories by Mopar®, visit your local Dodge dealership or online at mopar.com for U.S. residents or mopar.ca for Canadian residents.

  • Page 113: Index

    INDEX Airbag ....11 Door Locks ....8 Airbag Light .
  • Page 114 INDEX GPS Navigation (Uconnect® gps) ..45 MOPAR® Accessories ..110 Headlights Navigation ....53 Navigation System (Uconnect®...
  • Page 115 INDEX SIRIUS Travel Link... . .57 Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . . .75 Spare Tire ....81 Trailer Towing Spark Plugs .

  • Page 116: Frequently Asked Questions

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FAQ’s GETTING STARTED • How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 12 • How do I fold down my rear seat? pg. 18 ELECTRONICS • Which radio is in my vehicle? • Uconnect® 130 pg. 32 •...
  • Page 117 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS UTILITY • How do I know how much I can tow with my Dodge Avenger? pg. 74 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 76 • How do I change a flat tire? pg. 81 •...
  • Page 118 NOTES...
  • Page 119 NOTES...
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  • Page 123: Driving And Alcohol

    DoDGE.coM This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Dodge and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect...
  • Page 124 DowNloAD A FREE ElEctRoNic copy oF thE owNER’s MANuAl oR wARRANty BooklEt by visiting the Owners tab at: www.dodge.com (U.S.) www.dodge.ca (Canada) 14D41-926-AA Third Edition AVENGER User Guide...

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