2012 DODGE AVENGER Owners Manual

damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is
inoperable.
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Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your
vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area
unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they
cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals
or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.
WARNING!
Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of
vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per-
sonal injury.
•Always make sure that floor mats are properly
attached to the floor mat fasteners.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Never place or install floor mats or other floor
coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly
secured to prevent them from moving and inter-
fering with the pedals or the ability to control the
vehicle.
•Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on
top of already installed floor mats. Additional
floor mats and other coverings will reduce the size
of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals.
•Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Al-
ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that
have been removed for cleaning.(Continued)
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the
driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob-
jects can become trapped under the brake pedal
and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle
control.
•If required, mounting posts must be properly
installed, if not equipped from the factory.
Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or
mounting can cause interference with the brake
pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss
of control of the vehicle.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objectslodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires
(including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or
brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be
located and corrected immediately.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Mirrors .............................. 95
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................ 95
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . 95
▫ Power Mirrors ....................... 97
▫ Adjusting Side View Mirrors ............. 98
▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature .......... 98
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ............ 99
▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . . 99
 Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped ........... 99▫
Operation ......................... 102
▫ Phone Call Features .................. 109
▫ Uconnect™ Phone Features ............. 112
▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity ........... 116
▫ Things You Should Know About Your
Uconnect™ Phone .................... 118
▫ General Information .................. 129
 Voice Command — If Equipped ........... 129
▫ Voice Command System Operation ........ 129
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▫Commands ........................ 130
▫ Voice Training ...................... 134
 Seats .............................. 134
▫ Power Seats — If Equipped ............. 135
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ............ 137
▫ Manual Front Seat Adjustments .......... 139
▫ Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster —
If Equipped ........................ 140
▫ Reclining Seats ...................... 140
▫ Lumbar Support — If Equipped .......... 141
▫ Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat ........... 142
▫ Head Restraints ..................... 143
▫ Folding Rear Seat .................... 146 ▫
Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest ........ 147
 To Open And Close The Hood ............ 148
 Lights ............................. 150
▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 150
▫ Headlights And Parking Lights .......... 150
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ...... 151
▫ Headlight Time Delay ................. 151
▫ Turn Signals ........................ 152
▫ Lane Change Assist ................... 152
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ............... 152
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 153
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 153
▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .... 154
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▫Lights On Reminder .................. 154
▫ Instrument Panel Dimmer .............. 154
▫ Map/Reading/Interior Lights ........... 155
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 156
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 157
▫ Windshield Washers .................. 158
▫ Mist Feature ........................ 159
▫ Headlights With Wipers Feature (Available
With Automatic Headlights Only) ......... 159
 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......... 160
 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..... 161
▫ To Activate ......................... 162
▫ To Set A Desired Speed ................ 162
▫ To Deactivate ....................... 162 ▫
To Resume Speed .................... 163
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting .............. 163
▫ To Accelerate For Passing .............. 163
 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ........ 164
▫ Before You Begin Programming
HomeLink ........................ 165
▫ Programming A Rolling Code ........... 166
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code ........ 168
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .... 169
▫ Using HomeLink ................... 170
▫ Security ........................... 171
▫ Troubleshooting Tips .................. 171
▫ General Information .................. 172
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Power Sunroof — If Equipped ............ 173
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ............ 174
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode ........ 174
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ............. 174
▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ........ 174
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ................. 174
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ............. 175
▫ Sunshade Operation .................. 175
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... 175
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ................. 175
▫ Ignition Off Operation ................. 176
 Electrical Power Outlets ................. 176 
Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver —
If Equipped .......................... 180
 Cupholders .......................... 180
▫ Rear Seat Bottle Holder ................ 181
 Storage ............................. 182
▫ Glovebox Storage Compartment .......... 182
 Console Features ...................... 182
▫ Storage ........................... 182
 Cargo Area Features ................... 184
▫ Ski Pass-Through .................... 186
 Rear Window Features .................. 186
▫ Rear Window Defroster ................ 186
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