2013 DODGE AVENGER User Guide

3.6L Engine
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
Part Capacities
Engine Coolant–
2.4L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
OAT (Organic Additive
Technology). 7.7 Quarts (7.3 Liters)
Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle
filled to MAX level.
Engine Coolant–
3.6L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
OAT (Organic Additive
Technology). 11.6 Quarts (11 Liters)
Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle
filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter–
2.4L Engine We recommend you use
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 Engine We recommend you use
API Certified SAE 5W-20
engine oil, meeting the
requirements of 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)
(Approximate)
Fuel Selection–
2.4L PZEV Engine 87 Octane
18.5 Gallons (70 Liters)
(Approximate)
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use
MOPAR® brand Engine Oil
Filters. —
Spark Plugs 2.4L–
Except PZEV Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]).
—
Spark Plugs 2.4L–
With PZEV Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.031 in [0.8 mm]).
—
Spark Plugs– 3.6L Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). —
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
Part Capacities
Automatic Transmission We recommend youONLYuse
MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may
affect the function or perfor-
mance of your transmission. —
Brake Master Cylinder
We recommend you use
MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703.
If DOT 3 is not available, then
DOT 4 is acceptable.
—
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use
MOPAR® Power Steering
Fluid+4orMOPAR®ATF+4®
Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology
(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different and
should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant
(antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, the cooling
system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming
to MS-12106), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not
use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible
with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not
recommended.
E85 FLEXIBLE FUEL — 3.6L ENGINE ONLY
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator
system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This
means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent short-
trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence
when the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause
the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have
your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the
scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your
authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or
twelve months, whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering andtransmission as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance
intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
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Maintenance ChartMileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,00030,000
40,000
50,000
60,000 70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000 130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000 224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot
seals and replace if necessary.
XXXX X X X
Inspect the brake linings, replace as
necessary. XXXX X X X
Adjust parking brake as necessary XX XX X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. XX XX X X X
Replace spark plugs (2.4L Engine). ** XX X X X
Replace spark plugs (2.4L PZEV Engine Only). ** X
Replace spark plugs (3.6L Engine). ** X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years
or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever
comes first. XX
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
if using your vehicle for any of the following:
police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. XX
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,00030,000
40,000
50,000
60,000 70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000 130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000 224,000
240,000
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
WARNING!
• You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and
performance. This could cause an accident.
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MAINTENANCE RECORD
Odometer Date Signature, AuthorizedService Center
20,000 Miles
(32,000 km) or
2 Years
30,000 Miles
(48,000 km) or
3 Years
40,000 Miles
(64,000 km) or
4 Years
50,000 Miles
(80,000 km) or
5 Years
60,000 Miles
(96,000 km) or
6 Years
70,000 Miles
(112,000 km) or
7 Years
80,000 Miles
(128,000 km) or
8 Years
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center
90,000 Miles
(144,000 km) or
9 Years
100,000 Miles
(160,000 km) or
10 Years
110,000 Miles
(176,000 km) or
11 Years
120,000 Miles
(192,000 km) or
12 Years
130,000 Miles
(208,000 km) or
13 Years
140,000 Miles
(224,000 km) or
14 Years
150,000 Miles
(240,000 km) or
15 Years
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FUSES
Integrated Power Module (fuses)
• The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment near the aircleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description
1 40 Amp Green Power Top Module
(If Equipped)
2 20 Amp Yellow Brake Vacuum Pump
3 10 Amp RedBattery Feed — Center High Mounted
Stop Light (CHMSL)/Brake Switch
4 10 Amp Red Battery Feed — Ignition Switch
5 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow — If Equipped
6 10 Amp Red Power Mirror Switch/Climate Controls
7 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 1
8 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Sense 2
9 40 Amp Green Battery Feed — Power Seats -
if equipped
10 20 Amp YellowInstrument Panel/Power Locks/
Interior Lights
11 15 Amp Lt. BlueSelectable Power Outlet
(Inside Center Armrest)
13 20 Amp Yellow Ignition/Cigar Lighter
14 10 Amp Red Instrument Panel
15 40 Amp Green Battery Feed — Radiator Fan Relay
16 15 Amp Lt. Blue Sunroof- If Equipped
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