airbag DODGE AVENGER 2011 2.G Owners Manual

Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts
throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is
the best way to keep the baby safe.
Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt
across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible.
Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the
abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take
the force if there is an accident.
Seat Belt Extender
If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended and
when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if
equipped) is in its lowest position, your authorized
dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This
extender should be used only if the existing belt is not
long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex-
tender, and store it.
WARNING!
Using a seat belt extender when not needed can
increase the risk of injury in an accident. Only use
when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn
low and snug, and in the recommended seating
positions. Remove and store the extender when not
needed.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags
This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the
driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat
belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air
Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The
passenger’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the
instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The
words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers.
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vehicle is equipped with SABIC, they are located above
the side windows. The trim covering the side air bags is
labeled SRS AIRBAG.
This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-
Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced
protection for an occupant during a side impact. The
SABs are located in the outboard side of the front seats.
NOTE:
•Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim,
but they will open during air bag deployment.
•After any accident, the vehicle should be taken to an
authorized dealer immediately.
Air Bag System Components
Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag
system components:
•Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
•Air Bag Warning Light
•Steering Wheel and Column
•Instrument Panel
•Knee Impact Bolster
•Driver Advanced Front Air Bag
•Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag
•Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB)
•Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains
(SABIC)
•Front and Side Impact Sensors
•Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch,
and Seat Track Position Sensors
•Supplemental Active Head Restraint for Driver and
Front Passenger
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet5 — Passenger Airbag9 — Power Outlet
2 — Side Window Demister Outlet 6 — Glove Compartment 10 — Climate Controls
3 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Heated Seat Switch — If Equipped 11 — Ignition Switch
4 — Radio 8 — Hazard Switch12 — Trunk Release Button
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About Your Brakes....................... 304
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .............. 306
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 417
Adding Fuel ........................... 354
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 413
Additives, Fuel ......................... 348
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 407
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 409
Air Conditioning ........................ 269
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 269
Air Conditioning Filter .................280,410
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............409,410
Air Conditioning System .............269,273,409
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 281
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 327
Airbag .............................. 58,67
Airbag Deployment ....................... 68
Airbag Light ..................... 66,71,86,189
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 70 Airbag, Side
........................ 62,64,67
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........62,64,67
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............18,196
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................231,256
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 306
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 306
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............417,442
Disposal ........................... 419
Appearance Care ........................ 426
Ashtray ............................... 175
Assistance Towing ....................... 112
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 36
Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 32
Auto Up Power Windows .................. 37
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 94
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 32
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ..........194,206
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Leaks, Fluid............................ 88
Life of Tires ............................ 333
Light Bulbs .......................... 88,438
Lights .............................. 88,148
Airbag ...................... 66,71,86,189
Back-Up ........................... 441
Brake Assist Warning .................. 315
Brake Warning ...................... 190
Bulb Replacement .................... 438
Daytime Running .................... 152
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 315
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 190
Exterior ............................ 88
Fog ......................... 151,197,440
Headlight Switch ..................... 149
Headlights ......................... 149
Headlights On With Wipers ............. 157
High Beam Indicator .................. 201
Illuminated Entry ..................... 20 Instrument Cluster
................... 149
Interior ............................ 153
License ............................ 442
Lights On Reminder .................. 152
Low Fuel .......................... 189
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 199
Map Reading ....................... 153
Oil Pressure ........................ 190
Passing ............................ 151
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 189
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............. 19
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 196
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .......197,337
Traction Control ..................... 315
Turn Signal ................. 88,150,196,441
Voltage ............................ 189
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 188
Loading Vehicle ...................... 356,358
Capacities .......................... 358
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Heated............................ 136
Lumbar Support ..................... 140
Power ............................ 133
Rear Folding ..................... 145,146
Reclining .......................... 139
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........417,443
Selection of Oil ......................... 404
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Sentry Key Programming ................... 17
Service Assistance ....................... 463
Service Contract ......................... 465
Service Manuals ........................ 467
Setting the Clock .................. 217,235,245
Settings, Personal ........................ 212
Shift Lever Override ...................... 390
Shoulder Belts ........................... 44
Side Airbag ............................. 67
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) .......... 280Signals, Turn
......................... 88,441
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 300
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 335
Snow Tires ............................ 335
Spare Tire ....................... 330,331,374
Specifications Oil ............................... 404
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........159,195
Speedometer ........................... 188
Starting ............................... 288
Engine Fails to Start .................. 289
Starting and Operating .................... 288
Starting Procedures ...................... 288
Steering Power ............................ 303
Tilt Column ........................ 158
Wheel, Tilt ......................... 158
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. 266
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Steering Wheel Mounted
Sound System Controls................... 266
Storage ......................... 176,177,437
Storage, Vehicle ......................... 279
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 389
Sun Roof .............................. 168
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 58
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 406
Tachometer ............................ 192
Taillights .............................. 441
Telescoping Steering Column ............... 158
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 273
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......188,372
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 76
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 158
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 150 Tire and Loading Information Placard
......... 322
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 320
Tire Markings .......................... 316
Tire Safety Information .................... 316
Tires ............................ 88,326,469
Aging (Life of Tires) .................. 333
Air Pressure ........................ 326
Chains ............................ 335
Changing .......................... 374
Compact Spare ...................... 330
General Information .................. 326
High Speed ......................... 329
Inflation Pressures .................... 327
Jacking ............................ 374
Life of Tires ........................ 333
Load Capacity .................... 322,323
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ......... 337
Pressure Warning Light ................ 197
Quality Grading ..................... 469
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INDEX 487