2010 DODGE AVENGER key

If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the key must be in the ON position,
not the ACC position. Make certain the transaxle remains
in NEUTRAL.
Towing Without The Ignition Key
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK position. Flatbed towing is
the preferred towing method. However, if a flatbed
towing vehicle is not available, a wheel lift towing
vehicle may be used. Rear towing is not recommended
with the front wheels on the ground, as transaxle damage
can result. If rear towing is the only alternative, a front
end dolly must be used. Proper towing equipment is
necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground of
vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, is
only permitted within the limitations described in this
section.
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With
A Tow Dolly
Rear towing is not recommended with the front wheels
on the ground, as transaxle damage can result. If rear
towing is the only alternative, a front end dolly must be
used. Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent
damage to the vehicle.
342 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Towing Without Power — Override Transaxle
Interlock System
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK position. A dolly should be
used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised.
Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam-
age to the vehicle.
Battery power is required to release the brake/transaxle
interlock system. There is an override system that allows
you to shift out of PARK in case of loss of power. To
activate the override system:
•Firmly apply the parking brake.
•Insert the ignition key and rotate it to the ON position.
•Remove the cupholder liner.
•Insert a key, screwdriver, or similar object into the
front hole then push and hold the manual override
release lever forward.
•While holding the release lever forward, move the
shift lever from PARK to NEUTRAL.
•Release the override.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 343

the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer
“Reset” button to turn off the message. If the problem
persists, the message will appear the next time the
vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If
the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will
turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” Resolv-
ing the problem will turn the MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may
notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of
a normal bulb check.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351

Automatic Transaxle..............12,243,246,374
Adding Fluid ................... 375,376,398
Filter ............................... 376
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 376
Fluid Level Check ................... 375,376
Interlock System ....................... 249
Reset Mode .......................... 252
Selection Of Lubricant ................... 398
Shifting ............................. 249
Special Additives ...................... 376
Autostick ............................. 253
Battery ............................... 358
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 25
Location ............................ 358
Belts, Seat .............................. 82
Beverage Cooler ........................ 140
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 362B-Pillar Location
........................ 278
Brake Assist System ...................... 265
Brake, Parking .......................... 259
Brake System ........................... 372
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... 262
Fluid Check ....................... 372,398
Master Cylinder ....................... 372
Parking ............................. 259
Warning Light ........................ 152
Brakes ............................... 372
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 248
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 79
Bulb Replacement ..................... 388,389
Bulbs, Light .......................... 84,388
Calibration, Compass ..................... 169
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ......... 19
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 396
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INDEX 429

GaugesCoolant Temperature ................... 150
Fuel ............................... 150
Odometer ........................... 154
Tachometer .......................... 154
Gearshift .............................. 249
General Information .................... 17,299
General Maintenance ..................... 353
Glass Cleaning .......................... 381
Glove Compartment ...................... 140
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...............312,315
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............312,314
GVWR ............................... 312
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) .............. 93
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising,
or Shallow Standing Water ............... 256
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 327 Head Restraints
.......................... 97
Headlights ............................ 389
Bulb Replacement ...................... 389
Cleaning ............................ 379
High Beam ........................ 109,163
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 109
On With Wipers ....................... 116
Passing ............................. 109
Switch .............................. 107
Heated Seats ........................... 101
Heater ............................... 225
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 246
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 316
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 121
Hood Release .......................... 105
Ignition ............................... 12
Key ................................ 12
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INDEX 435

Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 19
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 14
Infant Restraint ...................... 69,70,71
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 164
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 89
Instrument Cluster .................... 148,150
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 147
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 380
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 382
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 383
Interior Appearance Care .................. 380
Interior Lights .......................... 111
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 114
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 329
Jack Operation ....................... 329,330
Jacking Instructions ...................... 330 Jump Starting
.......................... 335
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key, Replacement ........................ 15
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14
Keyless Entry System .................... 20,36
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) ..............20,36
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 53
Lane Change and Turn Signals ...........158,392
Lane Change Assist ...................... 109
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 40
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ....... 75
Latches ................................ 84
Hood .............................. 105
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 300
436 INDEX

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

Replacement Bulbs....................... 388
Replacement Keys ........................ 15
Replacement Parts ....................... 352
Replacement Tires ....................... 288
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 422
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ...........156,166
Restraint, Head .......................... 97
Restraints, Child ......................... 69
Restraints, Infant ......................... 70
Rotation, Tires .......................... 290
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 82
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 84
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 422
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 81
Safety Information, Tire ................... 272
Safety Tips ............................. 80
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 216
Satellite Radio (Uconnect studios)........... 215 Schedule, Maintenance
.................... 400
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 382
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 51
Seat Belts .............................. 82
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 45
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 45
And Pregnant Women ................... 52
Child Restraint ....................... 69,78
Extender ............................. 52
Front Seat .......................... 40,41
Inspection ............................ 82
Operating Instructions ................... 41
Pretensioners .......................... 47
Rear Seat ............................. 40
Reminder ............................ 151
Untwisting Procedure .................... 45
Seat Belts (Sedan) ........................ 38
Seats ................................. 93
Adjustment ........................... 94
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INDEX 441