light DODGE AVENGER 2013 2.G Owner's Manual

Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time,
vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of
whether or not an air bag should have deployed.
Front And Side Impact Sensors
In front and side impacts, impact sensors can aid the ORC
in determining appropriate response to impact events.
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 Acci-
dent Response System perform the following 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.
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Air Bag Warning Light
You will want to have the air bags ready to
inflate for your protection in a collision. The
Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal
circuits and interconnecting wiring associated
with air bag system electrical components. While the air
bag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of
the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service
the air bag system immediately.
• The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during
the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is
first turned to the ON/RUN position.
• The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to
eight-second interval.
• The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving. NOTE:
If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine
related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may
not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly
check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label
located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the
proper air bag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the
fuse is good.
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder
(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in
certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will
assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per-
formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to
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Air Bag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for
four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the
ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light
is not lit during starting, see your authorized
dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while
driving, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper-
able.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your
vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area
unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they
cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals
or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.
WARNING!
Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of
vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per-
sonal injury.
• Always make sure that floor mats are properly
attached to the floor mat fasteners.
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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires
(including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if
equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause
should be located and corrected immediately.
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▫Commands ......................... .144
▫ Voice Training ....................... .148
 SEATS ............................. .148
▫ Power Seats — If Equipped ..............149
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped .............152
▫ Manual Front Seat Adjustments ...........154
▫ Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster —
If Equipped ......................... .155
▫ Reclining Seats ...................... .155
▫ Lumbar Support — If Equipped ...........156
▫ Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat ............157
▫ Head Restraints ..................... .158
▫ Folding Rear Seat .....................161
▫ Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest .........162
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .........163
 LIGHTS ............................ .165
▫ Multifunction Lever ....................165
▫ Headlights And Parking Lights ............166
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .......166
▫ Headlights With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) .............167
▫ Headlight Time Delay ..................167
▫ Lights On Reminder ...................167
▫ Turn Signals ........................ .168
▫ Lane Change Assist ...................168
▫ High/Low Beam Switch .................168
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... .169
▫ Fog
Lights — If Equipped ...............169
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▫Daytime Running Lights (DRL) —
If Equipped ........................ .170
▫ Instrument Panel Dimmer ...............170
▫ Map/Reading/Interior Lights ............171
▫ Battery Saver Feature ..................172
 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ......172
▫ Intermittent Wiper System ...............174
▫ Windshield Washers ...................175
▫ Mist Feature ........................ .175
▫
Headlights With Wipers Feature
(Available With Automatic Headlights Only) . . .176
 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN . . .177
 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .178▫
To Activate ......................... .179
▫ To Set A Desired Speed .................179
▫ To Deactivate ....................... .180
▫ To Resume Speed .....................180
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............180
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ................181
 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . .182
▫
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® . . .183
▫ Programming A Rolling Code .............184
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code .........186
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ......187
▫ Using HomeLink® .....................188
▫ Security ........................... .189
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▫Troubleshooting Tips ...................189
▫ General Information ....................190
 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ........191
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ..............192
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode .........192
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ...............192
▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ..........192
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...................192
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ..............193
▫ Sunshade Operation ....................193
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... .193
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...................193
▫ Ignition Off Operation ..................194 
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ...........194
 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .198
 CUPHOLDERS ....................... .198
▫ Rear Seat Bottle Holder .................199
 STORAGE ........................... .200
▫ Glovebox Storage Compartment ...........200
 CONSOLE FEATURES ...................201
▫ Storage ............................ .201
 CARGO AREA FEATURES ................203
▫ Ski Pass-Through ..................... .204
 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ..............205
▫ Rear Window Defroster .................205
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and
vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on
the view through the rear window.
Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small
control under the mirror to the night position (toward the
rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while
set in the day position (toward the windshield).
Adjusting Rearview Mirror
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Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare
from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or
off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light
to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when
the dimming feature is activated. The sensor to the right
of the button does not illuminate.
NOTE:This feature is disabled when the vehicle is
moving in reverse.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never
spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the
mirror clean.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
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Outside Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight
overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
NOTE:The passenger side convex outside mirror will
give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the
lane next to your vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your
passenger side convex mirror could cause you to
collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your
inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a
vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror.
Power Mirrors
The power mirror controls are located on the driver ’s
door trim panel.
Power Mirror Control
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