2012 DODGE AVENGER Fuel replacement parts

Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) —
If Equipped .......................... 369
▫ E-85 General Information ............... 369
▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ................... 370
▫ Fuel Requirements ................... 371
▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel
Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles ...... 371
▫ Starting ........................... 372
▫ Cruising Range ...................... 372
▫ Replacement Parts ................... 372
▫ Maintenance ........................ 373
 Adding Fuel ......................... 373
▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .............. 373
▫ Loose Filler Cap Message .............. 375
Vehicle Loading ...................... 376
▫ Vehicle Certification Label .............. 376
▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ...... 376
▫ Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ........ 376
▫ Overloading ........................ 377
▫ Loading ........................... 377
 Trailer Towing ........................ 378
▫ Common Towing Definitions ............ 378
▫ Trailer Hitch Classification .............. 380
▫ Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ........ 381
▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ............. 382
▫ Towing Requirements ................. 383
▫ Towing Tips ........................ 387
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requirements of Material Standard MS-6395. MS-6395
contains additional requirements, developed during ex-
tensive fleet testing, to provide additional protection to
Chrysler Group LLC engines. Use MOPARor an
equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-6395.
Starting
The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use
when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the
range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an
increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and
a deterioration in driveability (sags and/or hesitations)
until the engine is fully warmed up.
NOTE: Use of the engine block heater (if equipped) is
beneficial for E-85 startability when the ambient tempera-
ture is less than 32°F (0°C).
Cruising Range
Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter
than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel
consumption. You can expect your miles per gallon
(mpg)/miles per liter and your driving range to decrease
by about 30%, compared to gasoline operation.
Replacement Parts
Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are
designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure
that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com-
patible parts.
CAUTION!
Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol
compatible components can damage your vehicle.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 2.4L ............. 417
 Engine Compartment — 3.6L ............. 418
 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...... 419
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ........... 419
 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs ............................ 420
 Replacement Parts ..................... 421
 Dealer Service ........................ 421
 Maintenance Procedures ................. 422 ▫
Engine Oil ......................... 423
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... 426
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............... 427
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .............. 427
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............ 429
▫ A/C Air Filter – If Equipped ............ 430
▫ Body Lubrication .................... 431
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 432
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ................. 433
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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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