2004 DODGE STRATUS COUPE instrument cluster

1. Rotate the ignition key to ªLOCKº or ªACCº position
with the light switch in the ON ª
º position.
2. Turn light switch to ªOFFº position within about 45
seconds of ignition key removal.
3. The headlights will stay on for about 60 seconds, then
automatically turn off.
Headlight reminder chime
If the driver 's door is opened (ignition key in ªLOCKº,
ªACCº or out of ignition cylinder) with the light switch
in the ON ª
ºorªº position, a chime will sound
to remind the driver to turn off the lights. Turning off the
light switch will stop the chime.
Headlight flasher (high/low beam)
The headlights can be made to flash (high beam) when
the lever is pulled slightly to (2), and will go back to
normal when it is released. While the high beam is on, a
blue light in the instrument cluster will also illuminate.
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NOTE: The headlights can also flash when the light
switch is OFF.
If you turn the lights off with the headlights set to
high-beam illumination, the headlights are automati-
cally returned to their low-beam setting when the light
switch is next turned to the ON ª
º position.
Dimmer (high/low beam change)
To change the headlights from high beam to low beam
and vice versa, pull the turn signal lever to (1). Switch the
headlights to low beam as a courtesy whenever there are
oncoming vehicles, or when there is traffic moving ahead
of you. An illuminated blue light in the instrument
cluster indicates when the headlights are on high beam.
Turn signals
For changing lanes, or when making a gradual turn, the
lever may be held in the ªlane changeº position (1). It will
return to the neutral position when released. The fully
engaged position (2) is for use when making a normal
turn. The lever will return automatically upon comple-
tion of the turn.
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There may be occasions when the lever does not return
after cornering. This typically occurs when the steering
wheel is turned only slightly. In this case, return the lever
by hand.
The instrument cluster indicator will flash to indicate
proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
If the indicator light flashes faster than usual, check for a
malfunctioning turn signal light bulb or faulty turn signal
system.
If the indicator fails to light when the lever is moved,
check for a faulty fuse or a burned out indicator bulb.
NOTE: Replace malfunctioning bulbs and fuses
promptly.
FOG LIGHT SWITCH (IF SO EQUIPPED)
The fog lights illuminate only when the headlights are
on. Press the switch to illuminate the fog lights and press
the switch again to turn the lights off.
The indicator light in the instrument cluster will illumi-
nate while the fog lights are on.
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Recommended downshifting speed
Downshifting speed
mph (km/h)Condition
Under 20 (30)3rd to 2nd
4th to 2nd
5th to 2nd
20 to 30 (30 to 45)4th to 3rd
5th to 3rd
Driving precautions
1. The table below indicates the driving speed ranges
that may be driven in each gear without causing the
engine to operate in excessive engine speeds.
Possible driving speed
Condition 2.4 liter engine 3.0 liter engine
Vehicles with Vehicles with
205/60R16 215/50R17
tire tire
1st 31 mph
(50 km/h)34 mph (55 km/h)
2nd 59 mph
(95 km/h)55 mph (90 km/h)
3rd 83 mph 86 mph 83 mph
(135 km/h) (140 km/h) (135 km/h)
4th 114 mph
(185 km/h)118 mph (190 km/h)
PARKING BRAKE
When the parking brake is applied with the ignition on,
the Brake Light in the instrument cluster will come on.
NOTE:This light only shows that the parking brake is
on. It does not show the degree of brake application.
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2. When the main switch (A) is ON, the ªCRUISEº
control light on the instrument cluster will illuminate.3. Pull the lever (B) down while driving at the desired
speed.
To increase the set speed
There are 2 ways to increase the set speed.
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Headlights
Aiming............................. 297
Dimmer............................ 122
Headlight flasher (high/low beam)........ 121
Switch............................. 120
Heater............................... 236
High beam indicator..................107,112
High-mounted stoplights
Bulb capacity........................ 292
Homelink Transmitter................... 132
Horn switch........................... 132
Ignition switch......................... 149
Indicator and warning light............... 107
Inside day/night rearview mirrors.......... 177
Instrument cluster...................... 106
Instrument panel light dimmer control....... 125
Intermittent Wipers..................... 127
Jack
Jacking points........................ 270
Jacking up the car..................... 270
Storage............................. 266Key reminder chime..................... 150
Keyless entry system..................... 29
Keys..............................23,150
Labeling............................. 364
Lap Belts.............................. 87
Lights
Bulb chart........................... 293
Dome light/Reading light............... 129
Headlights.......................... 120
Reading lamps....................... 131
Low-fuel warning light................107,113
Luggage hooks......................... 215
Malfunction Indicator Light............... 314
Manual, Service........................ 377
Manual transaxle
Oil ................................ 329
Possible driving speed................. 169
Shift points (recommended speed)........ 167
Meters............................... 106
Mirrors
Vanity mirror........................ 211
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