2011 DODGE AVENGER transmission fluid

• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cyclethe ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed
in the PARK position; the light should turn off.
• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized service center immediately. If the light is
flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may
experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing.
- Transmission Temperature Warning Light
• This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature thatmight occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the
vehicle and run the engine at idle, with the transmission in NEUTRAL, until the
light turns off. Once the light turns off, you may continue to drive normally.
- Air Bag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have thevehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
• If a “gas cap” message (shown as gASCAP) appears, tighten the gas cap until a“clicking” sound is heard.
• Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
• If the message continues to appear for more than three days after tightening the gas cap, see your authorized service center.
Oil Change Indicator
Message
• If an “oil change” message (shown as CHANgE OIL) appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine).
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.
• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
PartCapacities
Engine Coolant 2.4L MOPAR
®Antifreeze/
Coolant Five
Year/100,000 Mile
Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive
Technology) or equivalent. 7.7 Quarts (7.3 Liters)
Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle
filled to MAX level.
Engine Coolant 3.6L MOPAR
®Antifreeze/
Coolant Five
Year/100,000 Mile
Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive
Technology) or equivalent. 11.6 Quarts (11 Liters)
Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle
filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the
requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to the
engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.4.5 Quarts (4.4 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L API Certified SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting
Chrysler Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to your
engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.6 Quarts (5.6 Liters)
Fuel Selection – All
Engines (except 2.4L
PZEV) 87 Octane
16.9 Gallons (64 Liters)
Fuel Selection 2.4L PZEV 87 Octane 18.5 Gallons (70 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 2.4L &
3.6L MOPAR
®Engine Oil Filter
or equivalent. —
Spark Plugs 2.4L except
PZEV ZFR5F-11 (Gap 0.043 in
[1.11 mm])
—
Spark Plugs 2.4L with
PZEV ZFR5AP (Gap 0.031 in
[0.8 mm])
—
Spark Plugs 3.6L RER8ZWYCB4 (Gap
0.043 in [1.1 mm]) —
Automatic Transmission MOPAR
®ATF+4®
Automatic Transmission
Fluid or equivalent
licensed ATF+4
®product. —
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
PartCapacities
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR
®DOT 3 and SAE
J1703 should be used or
equivalent. If DOT 3 is not
available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable. Use only
recommended brake fluids. —
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR
®Power Steering
Fluid+4orMOPAR®
ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed
ATF+4
®product. —
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000
104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular
wear, even if it occurs before scheduled mainte-
nance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty
or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air
cleaner filter; replace if necessary. XXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. X X XXXX
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X XXXX
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X
Inspect the exhaust system. X X X X X
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and
boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play;
replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X X X
Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engines) X
Replace the spark plugs (3.6L Engines) X
Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police,
taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at
60 months or 104,000 miles (169,000 km)
whichever comes first. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at
104,000 miles (169,000 km) or 60 months
whichever comes first. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for the complete maintenance schedule.
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Airbag .................. 10
Alarm,Panic ............... 8
Arming Theft System
(Security Alarm)............. 9
Audio Jack ............... 30
Audio Settings ........... 27,28
Automatic Headlights ......... 18
Automatic Temperature Control
(ATC) ................... 21 Rear Temperature Control ...... 21
Automatic Transmission FluidType .............. 64
AxleFluid ................ 64
Belts, Seat ................ 9
Brake Fluid ............... 64
Brake System Master Cylinder ........... 65
BulbReplacement ........... 71
Calibration,Compass ......... 40
ChangeOilIndicator .......... 50
Child Restraint ............. 11
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .... 11
Climate Control ............. 21
Clock Setting ............ 28,30
Compass Calibration .......... 40
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ........... 64
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .... 20
CruiseLight ............... 20
Customer Assistance .......... 72
Defects, Reporting ........... 73
Dimmer Control ............. 18
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...... 18
Disarming, Theft System ........ 9
Driver Cockpit .............. 4
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control) ............. 20
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . 47
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ................ 40,41
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System .... 24Emergency, In Case of
Jump Starting ............ 55
Engine Compartment ............. 62
Coolant (Antifreeze) ......... 64
Jump Starting ............ 55
Oil ................... 64
Oil Filter ............... 64
Oil Selection ............. 64
Overheating ............. 51
Event Data Recorder .......... 60
Exterior Lights ............. 71
Flash-To-Pass .............. 18
Fluid Capacities ............ 64
Fluid, Brake ............... 65
Fluids .................. 64
FogLights ................ 18
Folding Front Passenger Seat ..... 14
FoldingRearSeat ........... 15
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ........ 59
Front Heated Seats ........... 16
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ......... 50
Gasoline ............... 64
Specifications ............ 64
Garage

Door Opener (HomeLink
®)..42
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ....... 50
Hard Disk Drive ............. 31
Headlights Automatic .............. 18
Dimmer Switch ........... 18
HighBeam .............. 18
Heated Seats .............. 16
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch .................. 18
HomeLink
®(Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter ............... 42
Hood Release .............. 61
Instrument Cluster ............ 6
Indicators ............... 7
Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights ................. 6,47
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . 19
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Steering Wheel Audio Controls.... 35
Store Radio Presets ........ 28,30
SunRoof ................ 22
Supplemental Restraint System -
Airbag .................. 10
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...... 9
Theft System Arming .......... 9
Theft System Disarming ......... 9
Tilt Steering Column .......... 17
Tires Air Pressure ............. 70
Changing ............... 53
FlatChanging ............ 53
Jacking ................ 53
Pressure Warning Light ....... 47
Touch-Screen Radio .......... 29
Towing .................. 45 24-Hour Towing Assistance ..... 47
Disabled Vehicle ........... 58
Recreational ............. 46 Towing Vehicle Behind a
Motorhome
............... 46
Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight ..... 45
Trailer Weight .............. 45
Transmission Fluid ................. 64
TurnSignals ............... 19
Uconnect™ Phone ........... 35
Uconnect™ Voice Command ..... 37
Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink
®) .............. 42
USBPort .............. 32,39
Voice Command ............ 37
Washers, Windshield .......... 19
WheelandWheelTrimCare ...... 70
Wind Buffeting ............. 23
Windshield Washers .......... 19
Windshield Wipers ........... 19
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