2012 DODGE AVENGER jump start

WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is on. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
•Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or
bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical
contact. You could be seriously injured.
•Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission
into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri-
cal accessories. 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive
(+)
battery post. To remove the cover, press the locking
tab and pull upward on the cover.
4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park
the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
Locking Tab
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WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this procedure could result in per-
sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex-
plosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.1. Connect the positive
(+)end of the jumper cable to the
remote positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the
negative (-)post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper
cable to the remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.
WARNING!
Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the
discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
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5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in
the reverse sequence:
6. Disconnect the negative(-)jumper cable from the
remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with the dis-
charged battery.
7. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable from the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
9. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable
from the remote positive (+)post of the discharged
vehicle. 10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi-
tive
(+)battery post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
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Engine Air Cleaner Filter
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR
engine air
cleaner filters are high quality and are recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
NOTE: The battery is stored in a compartment behind
the left front fender and is accessible without removing
the tire and wheel. Remote battery terminals are located
in the engine compartment for jump-starting. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” for further information.
To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to the
right and remove the inner fender shield.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 283
Automatic Transaxle .................... 13,298
Adding Fluid ....................... 465
Selection Of Lubricant ................. 465
Automatic Transmission ................302,443
Adding Fluid .................... 445,446
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 446
Fluid Level Check ................. 445,446
Fluid Type ......................... 443
Gear Ranges ..................... 304,312
Special Additives ..................... 444
Autostick ............................. 319
B-Pillar Location ........................ 341
Battery ............................... 427
Jump Starting ........................ 30
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 26
Location ........................... 427
Belts, Seat .............................. 87 Body Mechanism Lubrication
............... 431
Brake Assist System ...................... 331
Brake System ........................... 441
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..................... 328
Fluid Check ..................... 441,465
Master Cylinder ..................... 441
Parking ........................... 326
Warning Light ....................... 199
Brake, Parking .......................... 326
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 303
Brakes ............................... 441
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 84
Bulb Replacement ..................... 458,459
Bulbs, Light .......................... 89,458
Calibration, Compass ..................... 217
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ......... 21
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 463
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INDEX 493

DrivingOn Slippery Surfaces .................. 321
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................. 322
E-85 Fuel ............................. 369
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 186
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 97
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 176
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 161
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 332
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 211
Emergency Trunk Release .................39,40
Emergency, In Case of Jacking ............................ 394
Jump Starting ....................... 405
Towing ............................ 412
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 420
Engine ............................... 417 Air Cleaner
......................... 427
Block Heater ........................ 301
Break-In Recommendations .............. 84
Checking Oil Level ................... 423
Compartment ....................... 418
Compartment Identification ............. 418
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ 436,464
Cooling ........................... 436
Exhaust Gas Caution ................86,369
Fails to Start ........................ 299
Flooded, Starting ..................... 299
Fuel Requirements ................. 365,463
Jump Starting ....................... 405
Oil ......................... 423,463,464
Oil Change Interval .............202,215,424
Oil Filler Cap .................... 417,425
Oil Filter ........................... 426
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 426
Oil Selection ..................... 424,463
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Infant Restraint........................ 72,73
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 211
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 95
Instrument Cluster ....................... 196
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 193
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 450
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 451
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 453
Interior Appearance Care .................. 450
Interior Lights .......................... 155
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 157
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 394
Jack Operation ....................... 394,396
Jacking Instructions ...................... 396
Jump Starting .......................... 405
Key-In Reminder ......................... 15 Key, Programming
........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 17
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 16
Keyless Entry System ...................... 21
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) ................ 21
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 58
Lane Change and Turn Signals ...........204,461
Lane Change Assist ...................... 152
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 44
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) .............................. 79
Latches ................................ 89
Hood ............................. 148
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 365
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 89
Life of Tires ............................ 352
Light Bulbs .......................... 89,458
500 INDEX