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Dodge 25360 Stratus Coupe Owner's Manual

Dodge 25360 Stratus Coupe Owner's Manual (396 pages)

Dodge 2005 Stratus Coupe Automobile Owner's Manual

Brand: Dodge | Category: Automobile | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

1
- Introduction
  1
- How to Use this Manual
  4
- Introduction
  4
- Introduction 5
  5
- Vehicle Identification Number
  5
- Warnings, Cautions and Notes
  5
Locking and Unlocking

21
- Keys
  23
- Locking and Unlocking 23
  23
- Sentry Key
  23
- Door Locks (Manual)
  26
- Keyless Entry System (if so Equipped)
  29
- Power Door Locks
  34
- Trunk Lid
  35
  - Remote Trunk Lid Release
    37
  - Inside Emergency Trunk Release
    37
- Fuel Filler
  39
- Engine Hood Release
  42
- Power Windows
  44
  - Driver Switch
    45
  - Passenger Switch
    46
- Sunroof (if so Equipped)
  46
  - To Tilt up
    46
  - To Tilt down
    47
  - To Open
    47
  - To Close
    47
  - Sunshade
    48
- Theft-Alarm System (if so Equipped)
  49
  - Armed Stage
    49
  - Alarm Stage
    51
  - Disarmed Stage
    52
  - Testing the Theft-Alarm System
    53
Seats, Seat Belts, Child Restraints and Air Bags

55
Instruments and Controls

105
- Instruments and Controls 107
  107
- Instrument Cluster
  108
  - Meter Cluster
    108
  - Indicator and Warning Light Package
    109
  - Speedometer
    110
  - Tachometer
    110
  - Fuel Gauge
    111
  - Odometer/Trip Odometer
    112
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
    113
  - Turn Signal Indicators/Hazard Warning Lights
    114
  - High Beam Indicator
    114
  - Theft-Alarm Indicator
    114
  - Door-Ajar Warning Light and Chime
    114
- Anti-Lock Braking System Warning Light (if so Equipped)
  115
- Cruise/Speed Control Indicator
  115
- Low-Fuel Warning Light and Chime
  115
- Charging System Warning Light
  116
- Front Fog Light Indicator (if so Equipped)
  116
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
  116
- Malfunction Indicator Light (SERVICE ENGINE SOON)
  117
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-Air Bag Warning Light
  118
- Brake Warning Light
  119
- Seat Belt Reminder/Warning Light
  120
- Combination Headlights, Dimmer and Turn Signal Lever
  122
  - Headlights
    122
  - Light Auto-Cutout Feature (Headlights, Fog Lights, Etc.)
    122
  - When You Want to Keep the Lights on (Time Delay)
    122
  - Headlight Reminder Chime
    123
  - Headlight Flasher (High/Low Beam)
    123
  - Dimmer (High/Low Beam Change)
    124
  - Turn Signals
    124
- Fog Light Switch (if so Equipped)
  125
- Hazard Warning Flasher Switch
  126
- Electric Rear Window Defroster
  127
- Instrument Panel Light Dimmer Control
  127
- Windshield Wipers
  128
- Intermittent Wipers
  129
- Precautions to Observe When Using Wipers and Washers
  130
- Windshield Washer
  130
- Dome Light
  131
- Lights (Dome Lights, Etc.) Auto-Cutout Function
  132
- Reading Lights
  133
- Garage Door Opener (if so Equipped)
  134
  - Training the Universal Transceiver
    135
- Horn Switch
  134
- Rear Personal Lights
  134
Starting and Driving

143
- 146 Starting and Driving
  146
- Break-In Recommendations
  146
- Fuel Selection
  146
  - Gasoline Additives
    147
  - Octane Requirement
    147
  - Reformulated Gasoline
    147
  - Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
    148
  - MMT in Gasoline
    148
  - Sulfur in Gasoline
    148
  - Materials Added to Fuel
    149
  - Adding Fuel
    149
- Fuel Economy
  151
- Ignition Switch
  151
- Key Reminder Chime
  152
- Starting
  153
  - Tips for Starting
    153
  - Normal Conditions
    154
  - Flooded Engine
    155
  - At Extremely Cold Ambient Temperature
    155
- Steering Lock
  153
- Theft Protection
  153
- Automatic Transaxle (if so Equipped)
  155
  - Selector Lever Operation
    156
  - Gear Positions
    158
  - Driving Speed (Vehicles with Automatic Transaxle)
    159
  - Holding on an Upgrade
    159
  - Transaxle Reset Mode
    160
- Automatic Transaxle Autostick
  160
  - (If so Equipped)
    160
    
    Driving Uphill
    160
    
    Driving Downhill
    160
  - Selector Lever Operation
    161
  - Indicator Lights
    163
  - Selector Positions (Main Gate)
    164
  - Selector Positions Manual Gate Autostick
    165
  - Holding on an Upgrade
    167
  - Transaxle Reset Mode
    168
- Manual Transaxle (if so Equipped)
  168
  - To Start
    169
  - Proper Shift Points
    169
  - Recommended Downshifting Speed
    171
  - Driving Precautions
    171
- Parking Brake
  171
- Brake Pedal
  173
- Brake Pad Wear Alarm
  174
- Power Brakes
  174
- Anti-Lock Braking (Abs) System (if so
  175
  - (If so Equipped)
    175
  - General Driving Hints (Standard/Anti-Lock Brakes)
    175
- Steering Wheel Tilt Lock Lever
  177
- Power Steering
  178
- Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirrors
  179
  - Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror
    180
  - Electrochromic Mirror Operation (if so Equipped)
    181
- Cruise/Speed Control
  191
  - To Activate
    192
  - To Deactivate
    196
  - To Resume the Set Speed
    197
- Traction Control (if so Equipped)
  198
- Catalytic Converter
  199
- Vehicle Preparation before Driving
  201
  - Seat Belts and Seats
    201
  - Defrosters
    201
  - Tires
    201
  - Lights
    202
  - Fluid Leaks
    202
  - Driver
    202
- Safe Driving Techniques
  202
- Driving, Alcohol and Drugs
  203
- Never Drink and Drive
  203
- Tips for Driving in Various Conditions
  203
- Operation During Cold Weather
  204
- Trailer Towing
  205
  - Warranty Requirements
    205
For Pleasant Driving

207
- For Pleasant Driving 211
  211
- Sun Visors
  211
  - To Adjust the Sun Visor Position
    211
  - Vanity Mirror
    212
- Accessory Socket
  213
- Cup Holder
  214
- Front Seat
  214
- Accessory Boxes
  215
  - Glove Compartment
    216
  - Center Console with Lid
    217
  - Trunk Net (if so Equipped)
    217
- Rear Seat
  215
- Electronic Digital Clock
  218
  - Clock Setting Procedure
    218
- General Information about Your Radio
  218
  - Signal Transmission
    219
  - Weak Reception (Fading)
    219
  - Reflections
    219
  - Cross Modulation
    220
  - FM Stereo Reception
    220
  - Causes of Disturbances
    220
- AM Stereo & FM Stereo Radio with Graphic Equalizer, Cassette Tape Player and CD Player (if so Equipped)
  221
  - Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
    221
  - Power Switch, Volume Control
    222
  - Seek Button (Radio Mode)
    222
  - Tuning
    222
  - Balance
    222
- Whip Antenna
  221
- AM/FM Selection
  222
- Fade
  222
- Graphic Equalizer
  222
- Scan Button
  222
- General Information
  223
- Tape Player Operation
  223
- To Change from Clock to Radio Mode
  223
- To Set the Radio Pushbutton Memory
  223
- Changing Tape Direction
  224
- Fast Forward (FF)
  224
- Metal Tape Selection
  224
- Pinch Roller Release
  224
  - Noise Reduction
    225
  - Operation Instructions-CD Player
    225
  - Inserting the Compact Disc
    225
  - Seek Button
    225
  - EJT CD (Eject) Button
    225
  - Ff/Tune/Rw Button
    225
  - Program Button 4 (Random Play)
    226
  - Tape /CD Button
    226
  - Time Button
    226
  - Scan Button
    226
- Rewind (RW)
  224
- Scan Button
  224
- Seek Button
  224
- Tape Eject
  224
- Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance
  226
- AM/FM Stereo Radio with 4 Disc CD Changer (if so Equipped)
  227
  - Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
    227
  - Power Switch, Volume Control
    227
  - Seek Button (Radio Mode)
    228
- Balance
  228
- Fade
  228
- MODE Selection
  228
- PTY (Program Type) Selection
  228
- Scan Button
  228
- Tone Control
  228
- Tuning
  228
- General Information
  229
- Inserting the Compact Disc
  229
- Operating Instructions - CD Changer
  229
- To Change from Clock to Radio Mode
  229
- To Set the Pushbutton Memory
  229
- FF /Tune/ RW Button
  230
- Radio/CD Button
  230
  - Time Button
    230
  - Scan Button
    230
  - Loading the CD Changer
    230
  - Playing Discs
    231
  - Removing Discs from the CD Changer
    231
- Random Play
  230
- Seek Button
  230
- Steering Wheel Remote Control Switches (if so Equipped)
  231
  - How to Adjust the Volume
    232
  - To Listen to the Audio System
    232
  - To Listen to the Radio
    232
  - Automatic Tuning the Radio
    232
  - To Select the Preset Memory
    232
  - To Listen to a Tape
    233
  - To Listen to a CD
    233
  - Handling of Compact Discs
    234
- Radio Operation and Cellular Phones
  236
- Vents
  237
  - Air Flow Rate and Direction Adjustments
    237
- Air Conditioning
  238
  - Control Panel
    238
  - Changing the Blower Speed
    239
  - Changing the Temperature
    239
  - Changing Mode Selection
    240
  - Changing Air Selection
    244
  - Air Conditioning Switch
    245
  - How to Use the Controls
    246
  - Defrosting or Defogging of the Windshield
    246
  - And Door Windows
    246
  - Important Operation Tips for Air Conditioning
    249
  - Air Conditioning System Refrigerant and Lubricant Recommendations
    249
  - During a Long Period of Disuse
    250
- Installation of Accessories
  250
Vehicle Care

251
- Vehicle Care
  252
- Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
  253
- Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
  254
  - Foreign Material
    254
  - Washing
    255
  - During Cold Weather
    256
  - Waxing Your Vehicle
    257
- Cleaning Plastic Parts
  258
- Damaged Paint
  258
- Polishing Your Vehicle
  258
- Aluminum Wheels (if so Equipped)
  259
- Chrome Parts
  259
- Cleaning the Sunroof (if so Equipped)
  259
- Engine Compartment
  259
- Window Glass
  259
- Wiper Blades
  259
Emergencies

261
- If the Vehicle Breaks down
  263
  - If the Engine Quits
    263
- Operation under Adverse Driving Conditions
  263
  - If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck in Sand, Mud or Snow
    263
  - On a Wet Road
    264
  - On Snowy or Icy Roads
    265
- Spare Tire, Jack and Tool Set Storage
  266
  - Handling Spare Tire
    266
  - Jack
    267
- Compact Spare Tire
  267
- Wheel Covers (if so Equipped)
  268
- Jacking and Tire Changing
  270
  - Jacking up the Vehicle
    270
- Engine Overheating
  279
- Jump-Starting the Engine
  280
  - If Your Vehicle Has Anti-Lock Brakes
    284
- Towing
  284
- Fuses
  286
  - Fuse Block
    287
- Fusible Links
  287
  - Fuse Load Capacities
    288
- Replacement of Light Bulbs
  293
  - Bulb Capacity
    293
- Headlights
  295
- Adjustment of Headlight Aim
  297
- Front Turn Signal and Parking Lights
  297
- Front Fog Lights (if so Equipped)
  298
- Front Side Marker Lights
  300
- Rear Combination Lights
  301
- High-Mounted Stop Light
  302
- Back up Lights
  303
- License Plate Light
  303
- Dome Light
  306
Maintenance

309
- View of Engine Compartment
  311
  - Maintenance
    312
- Service Precautions
  312
- Emission-Control System Maintenance
  313
- Emissions Testing
  314
- Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
  314
- Replacement Parts
  315
  - Fuel System (Tank, Filler Tube, Connections, and Fuel Tank Filler Cap)
    315
  - Fuel Hoses
    315
  - Air Cleaner Filter
    316
  - Evaporative Emission Control System
    316
  - (Except Evaporative Emission Canister)
    316
  - Spark Plugs
    317
  - Ignition Cables
    317
  - Distributor Cap and Rotor
    317
- General Maintenance
  318
  - Engine Oil and Oil Filter
    318
- Engine Coolant
  322
  - To Check the Coolant Level
    322
  - To Add Coolant
    322
- Brake Fluid
  323
- Clutch Fluid (Manual Transaxle)
  324
  - To Check the Clutch Fluid
    324
  - To Replace the Fluid
    324
- Battery
  325
  - During Cold Weather
    327
  - Disconnection and Connection
    327
- Automatic Transaxle
  329
  - To Check the Fluid Level
    330
  - Procedure for Checking the Fluid Level
    330
- Ball Joint, Steering Linkage Seal and Drive Shaft Boots
  331
- Brake Hoses
  331
- Disc Brake Pads, Rear Drum Brake Linings and Rear Wheel Cylinders
  331
- Manual Transaxle
  331
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
  331
- Exhaust System
  332
- Hood Lock Release Mechanism and Safety Catch
  332
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  333
  - Windshield Washers
    333
- Parking Brake
  334
- Drive Belt (for Generator, Water Pump, Power Steering Pump)
  335
- Timing Belt
  336
- Tires
  336
  - Tire Inflation Pressures
    340
  - Radial Ply Tires
    341
  - Tire Pressure for Sustained High-Speed Driving
    342
  - Replacing Tire and Wheels
    342
  - Tire Maintenance
    342
  - Cargo Loads
    346
  - Tread Wear Indicators
    346
  - Tire Rotation
    347
  - Tire Chains
    348
  - Snow Tires
    348
- Regular Maintenance Schedule
  349
- Severe Maintenance Schedule
  357
Specifications

371
- 372 Specifications
  372
  - Vehicle Labeling
    372
  - Vehicle Emission Control Information Label
    372
  - Vehicle Identification Number Plate
    372
  - Vehicle Information Code Plate
    372
  - Air Conditioner Label
    372
  - Engine Serial Number
    373
  - Tire and Loading Information Placard
    374
  - Certification Label
    374
  - Battery
    374
  - General Vehicle Data
    375
  - Tires and Wheels
    375
  - Vehicle Weights
    375
  - Engine Specifications
    377
  - Capacities
    378
If You Need Consumer Assistance

379
- If You Need Assistance
  380
- Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
  380
  - Prepare for the Appointment
    380
  - Prepare a List
    380
  - Be Reasonable with Requests
    380
- Warranty Information
  382
- Customer Arbitration Board
  383
- Mopar Parts
  383
- Reporting Safety Defects
  383
  - In Canada
    383
- Publication Order Forms
  385
- Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
  387
  - Treadwear
    387
  - Traction AA, A, B, C
    387
  - Temperature A, B, C
    388
- Index
  389

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