interior lights DODGE AVENGER 2012 2.G Owners Manual

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED
The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors and trunk
for unauthorized entry and ignition switch for unauthor-
ized operation. While the Vehicle Security Alarm is
armed, interior switches for door locks and decklid
release are disabled.
If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle Security
Alarm will signal for about 18 minutes. For the first three
minutes, the horn will sound intermittently, the head-
lights will turn on, the park lamps and/or turn signals
will flash and the Vehicle Security Light in the cluster will
flash. Then the exterior lights will flash for another
15 minutes.
Rearming The System
If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to
disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the
horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals
after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will
rearm itself.
To Arm The System
1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out
of the vehicle.
2. Lock the door using either the power door lock switch
(one door must be open) or the LOCK button on the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter (doors can be
open or closed), and close all doors.
NOTE:The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you
lock the doors with the manual door lock plungers.
3. The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster
will flash for 16 seconds. This shows that the Vehicle
Security Alarm is arming. During this period, if a door is
opened, the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN, or the
power door locks are unlocked in any manner, the
Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.
2
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19

Tamper Alert
If the alarm was triggered, but the warning signals have
timed out, the park and taillights flash three times, and
the horn will chirp three times, when unlocking the
vehicle with a valid RKE transmitter to alert the driver.
ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED
The courtesy lights will turn on when you press the
unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans-
mitter or open any door.
This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the
outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in
“Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
The interior lights will fade to off after approximately
30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the
ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN from the OFF
position..NOTE:
•The front courtesy overhead console and door cour-
tesy lights will remain on if the dimmer control is in
the
Dome ON position (extreme top position).
•The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the
dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position
(extreme bottom position).
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF
EQUIPPED
This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open
the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from distances
approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not need to
be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
NOTE:
•The line of transmission must not be blocked with
metal objects.
2
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21

Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if
the communication network remains intact, and the
power remains intact, depending on the nature of the
event the ORC will determine whether to have the
Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow-
ing functions:
•Cut off fuel to the engine.
•Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or
until the ignition key is turned off.
•Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power or until the ignition key is
removed.
•Unlock the doors automatically.
In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System
functions after an event, the ignition switch must be
changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF.
If A Deployment Occurs
The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate
immediately after deployment.
NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all
collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with
the air bag system.
If you do have a collision, which deploys the air bags, any
or all of the following may occur:
•The nylon air bag material may sometimes cause
abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and
front passenger as the air bags deploy and unfold. The
abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those
you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium
floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals.
They are not permanent and normally heal quickly.
However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a
few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor
immediately.
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

▫Lights On Reminder .................. 154
▫ Instrument Panel Dimmer .............. 154
▫ Map/Reading/Interior Lights ........... 155
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 156
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 157
▫ Windshield Washers .................. 158
▫ Mist Feature ........................ 159
▫ Headlights With Wipers Feature (Available
With Automatic Headlights Only) ......... 159
 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......... 160
 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..... 161
▫ To Activate ......................... 162
▫ To Set A Desired Speed ................ 162
▫ To Deactivate ....................... 162 ▫
To Resume Speed .................... 163
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting .............. 163
▫ To Accelerate For Passing .............. 163
 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ........ 164
▫ Before You Begin Programming
HomeLink ........................ 165
▫ Programming A Rolling Code ........... 166
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code ........ 168
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .... 169
▫ Using HomeLink ................... 170
▫ Security ........................... 171
▫ Troubleshooting Tips .................. 171
▫ General Information .................. 172
3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93

Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped
The front turn signal lamps will turn on as Daytime
Running Lights whenever the ignition is ON, the engine
is running, the headlight switch is off, the parking brake
is released and the shift lever is in any position except
PARK.
NOTE:The Daytime Running Lights will flash when a
turn signal is in operation and return to DRL mode when
the turn signal is not operating.
Lights On Reminder
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition
is turned OFF, a chime will sound to alert the driver
when the driver’s door is opened.
Instrument Panel Dimmer
Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme
bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights
and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a
door is opened.
Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the
brightness of the instrument panel lights when the park-
ing lights or headlights are on.
Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next
detent position to brighten the odometer and radio when
the parking lights or headlights are on.
Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last
detent to turn on the interior lighting.
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Map/Reading/Interior Lights
These lights are mounted between the sun visors above
the rearview mirror. Each light can be turned on by
pressing the barrel. Press the barrel a second time to turn
the light off. Both of these lights can swivel so that the
light can be aimed at a specific spot, if desired. The lightswill remain on until the switch is pressed a second time,
so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the
vehicle. They will not turn off automatically. Interior
lighting also comes on when a door is opened or the
dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second
detent.
Dimmer Control
Interior Dome Lamp
3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155

There is a second light located midway back in the
headliner.
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is
moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the
interior lights were switched on manually or are on
because a door is open. To restore interior light operation,
either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light
switch.WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch
on the control lever. The lever is located on the
right side of the steering column.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini Fuse Description
3— 10 Amp
Red Center High
Mounted Stop
Light (CHMSL)/
Brake Switch
4— 10 Amp
Red 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 2Cavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini Fuse Description
9 40 Amp
Green Battery Feed –
Power Seats – If
Equipped
10 — 20 Amp
Yellow Instrument Panel/
Power Locks/
Interior Lights
11 — 15 Amp
Lt Blue Selectable Power
Outlet (Inside Cen-
ter Arm Rest)
12 — — —
13 — 20 Amp
Yellow Ignition/Cigar
Lighter
14 — 10 Amp
Red Instrument Panel
15 40 Amp
Green — Radiator Fan Relay
454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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
10
INDEX 501