fuel cap DODGE AVENGER 2013 2.G User Guide

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ..........425
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..........426

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .427
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............427

EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................... .428
REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................429
 DEALER SERVICE ..................... .430
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........430
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .431▫
Engine Oil Filter ..................... .434
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................434
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............435
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............437
▫ A/C Air Filter – If Equipped .............438
▫ Body Lubrication .....................440
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............440
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................441
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .442
▫ Cooling System ..................... .4447

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL).
It will also store diagnostic codes and other information
to assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose or
improperly installed. A “GASCAP” message will be
displayed in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap
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CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity – 2.4L Engine
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
the engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Com-
partment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Com-
partment” illustration in this section.
NOTE:SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat 9.55535-S1
or Fiat 9.55535-S3 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine
oil meeting MS- 6395 is not available.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
All Engines — (Except 2.4L PZEV) 16.9 Gallons64 Liters
2.4L PZEV (Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle) 18.5 Gallons70 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts4.26 Liters
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts5.6 Liters
Cooling System*
2.4L Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 7.7 Quarts
7.3 Liters
3.6L Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 11.6 Quarts
11 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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Automatic Transmission....................303
Adding Fluid ......................... .453
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................456
Fluid Level Check ...................... .453
Fluid Type ........................... .452
Gear Ranges .......................... .306
Special Additives ...................... .453
Autostick .............................. .321
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................34
Auto Up Power Windows ....................38
Battery ................................ .435
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........27
Location ............................. .435
Belts, Seat ...............................98
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................440
B-Pillar Location ......................... .345
Brake Assist System ...................... .334
Brake, Parking .......................... .328Brake System
........................... .450
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .330
Fluid Check .......................... .450
Master Cylinder ....................... .450
Parking ............................. .328
Warning Light ........................ .216
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................305
Bulb Replacement ........................ .468
Bulbs, Light ............................ .101
Calibration, Compass ..................... .235
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........22
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .474
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .379
Oil (Engine) .......................... .425
Power Steering ........................ .327
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................447
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...................97
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Points to Remember.....................449
Pressure Cap ......................... .447
Radiator Cap ......................... .447
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............445
Corrosion Protection ...................... .456
Crankcase Ventilation Module .................22
Cruise Light ............................ .220
Cupholders ............................ .162
Customer Assistance ...................... .487
Customer Programmable Features .............239
Data Recorder, Event .......................74
Daytime Running Lights ....................170
Dealer Service ........................... .430
Defroster, Rear Window .....................205
Defroster, Windshield .......................99
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................174
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................427
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................168 Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission ..................453
Oil (Engine) .......................... .431
Power Steering ........................ .327
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................419
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................448
Door Locks ..............................32
Door Locks, Automatic ......................34
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .182
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .324
E-85 Fuel .............................. .375
Electrical Power Outlets .....................194
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................205
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................109
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........178
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............335
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......229
Emergency, In Case of Jacking .............................. .400
Jump Starting ......................... .412
Towing ............................. .419
Emergency Trunk Release ....................42
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........428
Engine ................................ .425
Air Cleaner .......................... .434
Block Heater ......................... .302
Break-In Recommendations .................96
Checking Oil Level ..................... .431
Compartment ......................... .426
Compartment Identification ................426
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................445
Cooling ............................. .444
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................97
Fails to Start .......................... .300Flooded, Starting
...................... .300
Fuel Requirements ..................... .370
Jump Starting ......................... .412
Oil................................. .431
Oil Change Interval ..................... .219
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .425
Oil Selection .......................... .432
Oil Synthetic ......................... .433
Overheating .......................... .398
Starting ............................. .298
Temperature Gauge ..................... .213
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .433
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................433
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............71
Entry System, Illuminated ....................22
Ethanol ............................... .371
Event Data Recorder ........................74
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................97
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Exhaust System...........................97
Exterior Lights .......................... .101
Fabric Care ............................. .460
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .213
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .434
Air Conditioning ...................... .290
Engine Oil ........................... .434
Engine Oil Disposal .....................434
Flashers ............................... .398
Hazard Warning ....................... .398
Turn Signal .......................... .101
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .169
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .378
Engine Oil ........................... .377
Fuel Requirements ..................... .375
Maintenance .......................... .378Replacement Parts
...................... .378
Starting ............................. .378
Flooded Engine Starting ....................300
Fluid Capacities ......................... .474
Fluid Leaks ............................ .101
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................453
Brake ............................... .450
Cooling System ........................ .445
Engine Oil ........................... .431
Power Steering ........................ .327
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........475
Fog Lights ............................. .169
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .161
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................416
Fuel .................................. .370
Adding ............................. .379
Additives ............................ .373
Clean Air ............................ .371
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Ethanol............................. .371
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....................213
Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....................213
Gasoline ............................. .370
Gauge .............................. .213
Light ............................... .214
Materials Added ....................... .373
Methanol ............................ .371
Octane Rating ......................... .370
Requirements ......................... .370
Tank Capacity ......................... .474
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .375
Fueling ............................... .379
Fuel System Caution ...................... .380
Fuses ................................. .462
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ............182
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...................379
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .371Gasoline, Reformulated
.....................371
Gauges Coolant Temperature .....................213
Fuel ................................ .213
Odometer ............................ .217
Tachometer ........................... .217
Gear Ranges ............................ .306
Gear Select Lever Override ..................418
General Information ........................19
Glass Cleaning .......................... .461
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................382
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................381
GVWR ................................ .381
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®) ...............112
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ .324
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High Beam Indicator.....................227
Illuminated Entry ........................22
Instrument Cluster ..................... .166
Interior ............................. .171
License ............................. .473
Lights On Reminder .....................167
Low Fuel ............................ .214
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........224
Map Reading ......................... .171
Oil Pressure .......................... .215
Passing ............................. .169
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .214
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................20
Service .............................. .469
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...............222
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............223
Traction Control ....................... .337
Turn Signal .......................... .101Voltage
............................. .214
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......213
Loading Vehicle ......................... .381
Capacities ........................... .382
Tires ............................... .345
Locks ..................................32
Automatic Door .........................34
Auto Unlock ...........................34
Child Protection .........................35
Door .................................32
Power Door ............................33
Low Tire Pressure System ...................361
Lubrication, Body ........................ .440
Lumbar Support ......................... .156
Maintenance Free Battery ....................435
Maintenance Procedures ....................430
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .478
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......224
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