2010 DODGE AVENGER radiator

replacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte-
nance period, it is important that you use the same
engine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your
vehicle.
Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant
(antifreeze). When adding engine coolant (antifreeze):
•The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or
equivalent.
•Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant
and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to
exceed 70%) if temperatures below34°F (37°C) are
anticipated.
•Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-
ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will
decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and
will require more frequent coolant changes.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that the engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery bottle.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.7
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The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool-
ant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the
engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant
bottle need only be checked once a month. When addi-
tional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain
the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle.
Do not overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles
(kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor-
mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor-
ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator. If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle.
•Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the
radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If engine
coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, the contents of
the coolant recovery bottle must also be protected
against freezing.
•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle
does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling
system should be pressure tested for leaks.
•Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at
50% HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze) (minimum)
and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of
your engine, which contains aluminum components.
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•Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery
bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately
if the brake system warning light indicates system fail-
ure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-
forming underhood services.
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini Fuse Description
15 40 Amp
Green —Battery Feed –
Radiator Fan
Relay
16 —15 Amp Lt.
Blue IGN Run/ACC –
Cigar Lighter/
PWR Sunroof
Mod
17 — 10 Amp Red Ignition Off
Draw (IOD) –
Wireless Control
Module (WCM)/
Clock/Steering
Control Module
(SCM)
18 40 Amp
Green —Battery Feed –
Auto Shutdown
(ASD) RelayCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini Fuse Description
19 —20 Amp
Yellow Ignition Off
Draw (IOD) –
Power Amp Feed
2 – If Equipped
20 —15 Amp Lt.
Blue Ignition Off
Draw (IOD) –
Radio
21 — 10 Amp Red —
22 — 10 Amp Red Ignition
Run – Climate
Controls/Hot
Cupholder –
If Equipped
23 —15 Amp Lt.
Blue Auto Shutdown
(ASD) Relay
Feed 3
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Caps, FillerFuel ............................... 309
Oil (Engine) .................. 347,348,349,356
Power Steering ........................ 259
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 369
Car Washes ............................ 378
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............81,304
Cargo Area Features ...................... 135
Cargo Compartment ...................... 135
Cargo Load Floor ........................ 135
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 135
Cellular Phone ........................ 93,224
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 394
Chains, Tire ............................ 289
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 329
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 274
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ............... 351
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 80Checks, Safety
........................... 80
Child Restraint .................... 69,71,75,78
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............73,75
Child Safety Locks ........................ 32
Cigar Lighter ........................... 132
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 301
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 379
Windshield Wiper Blades ................ 363
Climate Control ......................... 224
Clock ..................... 176,190,192,195,204
Coin Holder ........................... 136
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 224
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 285
Compass .............................. 169
Compass Calibration ..................... 169
Compass Variance ....................... 170
Computer, Trip/Travel .................. 19,167
Console ............................ 104,136
Console, Floor ....................... 104,136
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Contract, Service........................ 421
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 369
Cooler, Beverage ........................ 140
Cooling System ......................... 367
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 368
Coolant Capacity ...................... 396
Coolant Level ...................... 367,370
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 370
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 367
Inspection ........................... 370
Points to Remember .................... 371
Pressure Cap ......................... 369
Radiator Cap ......................... 369
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......368,396,397
Corrosion Protection ..................... 377
Crankcase Ventilation Module ............... 19
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 118
Cruise Light ........................... 157
Cupholders ...................... 104,133,382Customer Assistance
..................... 419
Customer Programmable Features ............ 171
Daytime Running Lights ................... 110
Dealer Service .......................... 353
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 139
Defroster, Windshield ................82,227,233
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 114
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 350
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 109
Dipsticks Automatic Transaxle ................. 375,376
Oil (Engine) .......................... 354
Power Steering ........................ 259
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 341
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 370
Engine Oil ........................... 357
Door Locks ............................. 29
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INDEX 431

PowerDoor Locks ........................... 30
Mirrors .............................. 90
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 130
Seats ................................ 99
Steering .......................... 258,259
Sunroof ............................. 127
Windows ............................. 33
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 52
Preparation for Jacking .................... 330
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................ 47
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 171
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 25
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 285
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......... 369
Radio Operation ........................ 224 Radio Remote Controls
.................... 222
Radio, Satellite (Uconnect studios)........... 215
Rear Cupholder ......................... 134
Rear Seat, Folding .................... 103,104
Rear Window Defroster ................... 139
Rear Window Features .................... 139
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 89
Recreational Towing ...................... 324
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 301
Refrigerant ............................ 361
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 51
Remote Control Door Locks ........................... 20
Security Alarm ......................... 17
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) ............... 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 222
Remote Starting System .................... 26
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 37
440 INDEX