light DODGE AVENGER 2009 2.G Owners Manual

CavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
140 Amp
Green—Power Top
Module (If
Equipped)
CavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
2—20 Amp Yel-
lowAWD Mod-
ule
3 — 10 Amp RedBattery Feed
— Center
High
Mounted
Stop Light
(CHMSL)/
Brake
Switch
4 — 10 Amp RedBattery Feed
— Ignition
Switch
5—20 Amp Yel-
lowTrailer Tow
—If
Equipped
Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM)
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CavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
13 —20 Amp Yel-
low—
14 — 10 Amp RedIgnition Off
Draw (IOD)
— Cabin
Compart-
ment Node
(CCN)/ In-
terior Light-
ing
1540 Amp
Green—Battery Feed
— Radiator
Fan RelayCavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
16 —15 Amp Lt.
BlueIGN Run/
ACC — Ci-
gar Lighter/
PWR
Sunroof
Mod
17 — 10 Amp RedIgnition Off
Draw (IOD)
— Wireless
Control
Module
(WCM)/
Clock/
Steering
Control
Module
(SCM)
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 days,
you may want to take steps to preserve your battery.
•Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution
Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw).
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not
be used for replacement.
LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb No.
Front Courtesy/Reading Light...........578/W5W
Center Courtesy/Reading Light..........578/W5W
Visor Vanity Light......................A6220
Glove Box Light.......................A6220
Shift Indicator Light.................IKLE14140
Rear Compartment (Trunk) Light............. 579NOTE:For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer
for replacement.
LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb No.
Low Beam Headlight.....................9006
High Beam Headlight.....................9005
Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Light. . . 3157AK
Front Fog Light......................9145/H10
Center High Mounted Stop (CHMSL)
Light...........................W16W (921)
Rear Tail/Stop Light....................3157K
Rear Turn Signal Light....................3057
Backup Light...........................3157
License Light..................... 168orW5W
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BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlight
1. Raise the hood and locate the connector behind the
headlamp.
NOTE:It may be necessary to remove the air cleaner
filter housing and position the totally integrated power
module aside prior to replacing the low beam headlight
on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
2. Reach into engine compartment and from behind the
lamp assembly and grasp the connector.
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Fog Lights
1. Access to the lights through the lower fascia cutout is
limited.
2. Turn the steering wheel to allow access and remove
the inner fender shield.3. Rotate bulb and connector
14turn counterclockwise.
4. Pull bulb off of connector and replace with a new one.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
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Taillights, Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lights
The turn signal, brake and taillights and backup lights
are located in the rear corner body panel housing.1. Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk liner
behind the taillight.
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2. Remove the two plastic wing nuts from the taillight
housing.
3. Grasp the taillight and pull firmly outward pushing
gently on the studs from inside to disengage the light
housing.4. Twist and remove socket from light.
5. Remove bulb from socket and replace.
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License Plate Light
1. Remove two retaining screws holding the light lens in
place.
2. Gently pry the light assembly loose.
3. Pull bulb from socket, replace and reattach the light
assembly with the two retaining screws.
Center High-Mounted Stop Light
1. Open the trunk lid to find the centrally located high-
mounted stop light.
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2. Twist and remove socket from the back of the light
housing.3. Replace the bulb and reinstall the socket into the
housing by locking it in place with a twist.
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Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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