2004 DODGE STRATUS COUPE lock

CAUTION!
²Towing should only be done by a professional
tow service particularly if it will involve towing
on winding roads, hills or heavy traffic. If you
have any doubts, use a professional tow service.
TowingÐfront wheel lift
Place the gearshift lever (manual transaxle) to Neutral or
the selector lever (automatic transaxle) in the ªNº (NEU-
TRAL) position. Release the parking brake.
TowingÐrear wheel lift
Turn the ignition key to the ªACCº position and secure
the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a
rope or similar device. Never place the ignition key in the
ªLOCKº position. This will result in damage to the
steering lock mechanism.
If you have to tow an automatic transaxle model with the rear
wheels raised (with the front wheels on the ground):
Observe the following restricted towing speeds and distances.
·Speed: 30 mph (50 km/h)
·Distance: 18 miles (30 km)N25A0202
Sling lift type
Flat bed type
Dolly type
Wheel lift type
Front wheel lift
Rear wheel lift
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CAUTION!
Never tow an automatic transaxle model with the
rear wheels raised (with the front wheels on the
ground) when the automatic transaxle fluid level is
low. This may cause serious and expensive damage
to the transaxle.
FUSESFuse block
To prevent damage to the electrical system due to short-
circuiting or overloading, each individual circuit is pro-
vided with a fuse. There are fuse blocks in the passenger
compartment and in the engine compartment.
The fuse block in the passenger compartment is located on
the driver's side at the position shown in the illustration.
In the engine compartment, the fuse block is located as
shown in the illustration.N09A1230
Passenger compartment
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cover of the instrument panel (driver 's side). Always use
a fuse of the same capacity for replacement.
Passenger compartment fuse location
Fuse location table
No. Symbol Electrical system Capacity
1
Audio 20A
2
ÐÐÐ
3
Sunroof 20A
4
SOCKETAccessory socket 15A
5
Rear window defogger 30A
6
Heater 30A
7
ÐÐÐ
8
ÐÐÐ
9
SOCKETAccessory socket 15A
10
Door lock 15A
11
Rear window wiper 15A
12
ÐÐÐ
13
Relay 7.5A
14
R/C MIRElectric remote-controlled outside mirror 7.5A
15
ÐÐÐ
16
Cigarette lighter 15A
No. Symbol Electrical system Capacity
17
Engine Control 7.5A
18
Windshield wiper 20A
19
Door mirror heater 7.5A
20
Relay 7.5A
21
CRUISECruise control 7.5A
22
Back up light 7.5A
23
Gauge 7.5A
24
Engine control 10A
30A
25
ÐSpare fuse 20A
15A
10A
ISome fuses may not be installed on your vehicles,
depending on the vehicle model or specifications.
IThe table above shows the main equipment corre-
sponding to each fuse.
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No. Symbol Electrical system Capacity
1
Fuse (+B) 60A
2
Radiator fan motor 50A
3
Anti-lock braking system 60A
4
Ignition switch 40A
5
Electric window controls 30A
6
Fog lights 15A
7Ð Ð Ð
8
Horn 15A
9
Engine control 20A
10
Air conditioning 10A
11
Stop lights 15A
12
ÐÐ
13
Alternator 7.5A
14
Hazard warning flasher 10A
15
Automatic transaxle 20A
16
Headlights high beam (right) 10A
17
Headlights high beam (left) 10A
18
Headlights low beam (right) 10A
19
Headlights low beam (left) 10A
20
Position lights (right) 7.5A
21
Position lights (left) 7.5A
No. Symbol Electrical system Capacity
22
Dome lights 10A
23
Audio 10A
24
Fuel pump 15A
25
Defroster 40A
²Some fuses may not be installed on your vehicle. Fuse
application depends on the vehicle model, specifica-
tions, or options.
7.5A BROWN
10A RED
15A LIGHT BLUE
20A YELLOW
30A GREEN
40A GREEN
50A RED
60A YELLOW
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Fuse replacement
1. Before replacing a fuse, always turn off the electrical
item concerned and turn the ignition key to the ªLOCKº
position.
2. Remove the fuse cover.
3. Referring to the fuse location diagrams and corre-
sponding tables, check the fuse that relates to the prob-
lem.4. There is a fuse puller in the cover of the instrument
panel (driver 's side). Remove the fuse puller, clamp it on
the fuse you wish to remove, and pull the fuse straight
out from the fuse block. If the fuse is not blown, some-
thing else must be causing the problem; contact an
authorized dealer to have the problem checked.
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OKBlown fuseN29C0200
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5. Insert a new fuse of the same capacity securely into the
fuse block location.
CAUTION!
²Never use a fuse with a capacity larger than that
specified or any substitute, such as wire, foil, etc.
Doing so will cause the circuit wiring to heat up
and could cause a fire.
²If the newly inserted fuse blows again after a
short time, have the electrical system checked by
an authorized dealer to find and correct the cause.
REPLACEMENT OF LIGHT BULBS
Before replacing a bulb, be sure the light is off. Do not
touch the glass part of the new bulb with your bare
fingers; the skin oil left on the glass will evaporate when
the bulb gets hot and the vapor will condense on the
reflector and dim the surface.
Bulb capacity
A bulb should only be replaced with a new bulb of the
same rating and type. The designation can be found on
the base of the bulb.
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2. Push the connector (C) to disconnect and remove the
harness connector.3. Remove the locking cap (D) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
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Adjustment of headlight aim
The alignment of the headlights should be checked by an
authorized dealer.
Front turn signal and parking lights
Turn the light socket (A) counterclockwise and pull it out
and remove the light bulb.
Front fog lights (if so equipped)
1. Insert a screwdriver as shown in the illustration and
remove the screws.
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