trailer DODGE AVENGER 2013 2.G Owner's Manual

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing ConditionWheels OFF the Ground All Models
Flat Tow NONENOT ALLOWED
Dolly Tow FrontOK
Rear NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALLOK
Recreational Towing – All Models
Recreational towing is allowedONLYif the front wheels
are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a
tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow
this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly. 3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Place the transmis-
sion in PARK.
4. Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Release the parking brake.
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NOTE:There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C
system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control
to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
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WARNING! (Continued)
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) —
If Equipped
During sustained high-speed driving or trailer tow up
long grades on a hot day, the engine oil temperature may
become too hot. If this happens, the “HOTOIL” message
flashes in the odometer and the vehicle speed will be
reduced to 53 mph (85 km/h) until the engine oil
temperature is reduced.
NOTE:The vehicle speed is reduced to a maximum of
53 mph (85 km/h). You may of course, reduce your
vehicle speed further if needed.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 399

CavityCar-
tridge Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
1 40 Amp Green — Power Top Module
– If Equipped
Cavity Car-
tridge Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
2 — 20 Amp YellowBrake Vacuum
Pump
3 — 10 Amp RedCenter High
Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL)/Brake
Switch
4 — 10 Amp RedIgnition Switch
5 — 20 Amp YellowTrailer Tow –
If Equipped
6 — 10 Amp RedPower Mirror
Switch/Climate
Controls
Integrated Power Module
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than
your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by refer-
ring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000 110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change automatic transmission fluid
and filter if using your vehicle for
any of the following: police, taxi,
fleet, or frequent trailer towing. XX
Change automatic transmission fluid
and filter. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.8
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Hazard Warning Flasher....................398
Headlights ............................. .470
Bulb Replacement ...................... .470
Cleaning ............................ .459
High Beam ........................... .168
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........168
On With Wipers ....................... .167
Passing ............................. .169
Switch .............................. .166
Head Restraints ......................... .158
Heated Mirrors ...........................111
Heated Seats ............................ .152
Heater ................................ .278
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .302
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .385
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ............182
Hood Release ........................... .163Ignition
.................................13
Key..................................12
Ignition Key Removal .......................13
Illuminated Entry ..........................22
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................16
Infant Restraint ...........................76
Information Center, Vehicle ..................229
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................107
Instrument Cluster ....................... .213
Instrument Panel and Controls ................210
Instrument Panel Cover .....................460
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............461
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ..............462
Interior Appearance Care ....................460
Interior Lights .......................... .171
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............174
Introduction ..............................4
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INDEX 505

Chains.............................. .360
Changing ............................ .400
Compact Spare ........................ .354
General Information .....................349
High Speed .......................... .352
Inflation Pressures ...................... .350
Jacking .............................. .400
Life of Tires .......................... .357
Load Capacity ........................ .345
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............361
Pressure Warning Light ...................223
Quality Grading ....................... .493
Radial .............................. .352
Replacement .......................... .358
Rotation ............................. .360
Safety .............................. .339
Sizes ............................... .340
Snow Tires ........................... .353
Spare Tire ............................ .400Spinning
............................ .356
Trailer Towing ........................ .390
Tread Wear Indicators ....................357
Tire Safety Information .....................339
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................387
Towing ............................... .383
24-Hour Towing Assistance ................126
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .419
Guide .............................. .386
Recreational .......................... .395
Weight .............................. .386
Towing Assistance ........................ .126
Traction ............................... .323
Trailer Towing .......................... .383
Cooling System Tips .................... .394
Hitches ............................. .385
Minimum

Requirements ..................388
Tips................................ .393
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Trailer and Tongue Weight.................387
Wiring .............................. .391
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .386
Trailer Weight ........................... .386
Transaxle Automatic .............................13
Autostick ............................ .321
Transmission ........................... .452
Automatic ........................... .303
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) ....................27
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ......................... .182
Transporting Pets ..........................95
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .357
Trip Computer .......................... .227
Trip Odometer .......................... .217
Trip Odometer Reset Button ..................220
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................42 Trunk Release Remote Control
.................41
Turn Signals ............................ .168
UCI Connector .......................... .268
Uconnect® (Hands-Free Phone) ...............112
Understanding Your Instrument Panel ...........210
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................493
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .268
Universal Transmitter ..................... .182
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .370
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................51
Upholstery Care ......................... .460
Vanity Mirrors ...........................111
Variance, Compass ....................... .235
Vehicle Certification Label ...................381
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .346
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
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