2012 DODGE AVENGER belt

STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the shift lever.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE:The ignition switch must be in the ON position,
and you must press the brake pedal before shifting out of
PARK.
Normal Starting
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
For vehicles not equipped with Tip Start (Four-Speed
Transmission), turn the ignition switch to the START
position and release it when the engine starts. If the
engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then
repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
298 STARTING AND OPERATING

1. Clean with a wet, soft rag. A mild soap solution may
be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the car to
wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
Cleaning Center Console Cupholders
Removal
Grab the rubber portion of the cupholder and lift
upward.
Cleaning
Soak the rubber cupholder liner in a mixture of medium
hot tap water and one teaspoon of mild liquid dish soap.
Let soak for approximately one hour. After one hour pull
the liner from the water and dip it back into the water
about six times. This will loosen any remaining debris.
Rinse the liner thoroughly under warm running water.
Shake the excess water from the liner and dry the outer
surfaces with a clean soft cloth.
Installation
Align the liner in the cupholder and press down firmly.
452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

Oil Synthetic........................ 426
Overheating ........................ 392
Starting ........................... 298
Temperature Gauge ................... 196
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 425
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 68
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 21
Ethanol ............................... 366
Event Data Recorder ...................... 71
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 86,369
Exhaust System ....................... 86,433
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 57
Exterior Lights .......................... 89
Fabric Care ............................ 450
Filler Location Fuel .................... 196,373
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 427
Air Conditioning .................. 290,430Automatic Transmission
................ 446
Engine Oil ....................... 426,464
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 426
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 153
Flashers .............................. 392
Hazard Warning ..................... 392
Turn Signal ....................... 89,461
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 372
Engine Oil ......................... 371
Fuel Requirements ................. 369,371
Maintenance ........................ 373
Replacement Parts .................... 372
Starting ........................... 372
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 299
Floor Console .......................... 182
Fluid Capacities ......................... 463
Fluid Leaks ............................. 89
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INDEX 497

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

Lights.............................. 89,150
Airbag .................... 65,66,71,87,197
Back-Up ........................... 461
Brake Assist Warning .................. 335
Brake Warning ...................... 199
Bulb Replacement .................... 459
Daytime Running .................... 154
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 335
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 198
Exterior ............................ 89
Fog ......................... 153,205,461
Headlight Switch ..................... 150
Headlights ......................... 150
Headlights On With Wipers ............. 159
High Beam Indicator .................. 209
Illuminated Entry ..................... 21
Instrument Cluster ................... 150
Interior ............................ 155
License ............................ 462 Lights On Reminder
.................. 154
Low Fuel .......................... 197
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 207
Map Reading ....................... 155
Oil Pressure ........................ 198
Passing ............................ 153
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 197
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............. 19
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 204
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .......205,356
Traction Control ..................... 335
Turn Signal ................. 89,152,204,461
Voltage ............................ 197
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 196
Loading Vehicle ...................... 376,377
Capacities .......................... 377
Tires .............................. 341
Locks Auto Unlock ......................... 32
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INDEX 501

Sunroof........................... 173
Windows ........................... 35
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 57
Preparation for Jacking .................... 395
Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... 52
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 221
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 26
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 348
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......... 438
Radio Operation ........................ 278
Radio Remote Controls .................... 276
Rear Cupholder ......................... 181
Rear Seat, Folding .................... 146,147
Rear Window Defroster ................... 186
Rear Window Features .................... 186
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 95 Recorder, Event Data
...................... 71
Recreational Towing ...................... 388
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 365
Refrigerant ............................ 430
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 56
Remote Control Door Locks ......................... 21
Security Alarm ....................... 19
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 21
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) ............... 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 276
Remote Starting System .................... 27
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 39
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 458
Replacement Keys ........................ 17
Replacement Parts ....................... 421
Replacement Tires ....................... 353
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 486
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ...........202,215
504 INDEX

Restraint, Head......................... 143
Restraints, Child ......................... 72
Rotation, Tires .......................... 355
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 87
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 89
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 486
Safety Information, Tire ................... 336
Safety Tips ............................. 85
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 86
Satellite Radio Antenna .................240,266
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 468
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 452
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 56
Seat Belts .............................. 87
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ................ 49
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ...... 49
And Pregnant Women .................. 57
Child Restraint ................... 72,73,82Extender
........................... 57
Front Seat ......................... 44,45
Inspection .......................... 87
Operating Instructions .................. 45
Pretensioners ........................ 52
Rear Seat ........................... 44
Reminder .......................... 197
Untwisting Procedure .................. 48
Seat Belts (Sedan) ........................ 40
Seats ................................. 134
Adjustment ......................... 139
Cleaning ........................... 147
Heated ............................ 137
Lumbar Support ..................... 141
Power ............................ 135
Rear Folding ..................... 146,147
Reclining .......................... 140
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 19
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........437,464
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INDEX 505