park assist DODGE AVENGER 2013 2.G Owners Manual

▫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
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........323
▫ Acceleration ........................ .323
▫ Traction ........................... .323
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............324
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................324
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................324
 POWER STEERING .....................326
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ..............327
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .328
 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) .........330
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .332
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............333
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............333▫
Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............334
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........335
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
And ESC OFF Indicator Light ............337
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............339
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .339
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........342
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........344
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........345
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ........349
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... .349
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures .................350
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .352
294 STARTING AND OPERATING

POWER STEERING
The standard power steering system will give you good
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability
in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical
steering capability if power assist is lost.
If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will
still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi-
tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering
effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during
parking maneuvers.
NOTE:
•Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel
travel are considered normal and do not indicate that
there is a problem with the power steering system.
• Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer-
ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering
system. This noise should be considered normal, and it
does not in any way damage the steering system.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced power steering
assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others.
Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end
of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering
fluid temperature and it should be avoided when
possible. Damage to the power steering pump may
occur.
326 STARTING AND OPERATING

beyond gasoline of the same octane number without
MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug
life and reduces emissions system performance in some
vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline
without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content
of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump,
therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether
the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal
and California reformulated gasoline.
Materials Added To Fuel
All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain
effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents
or other additives is not needed under normal conditions
and they would result in additional cost. Therefore, you
should not have to add anything to the fuel.
Fuel System Cautions
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s
performance:
•The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.
Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-
mance and damage the emissions control system.
• An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune
or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser-
vice. Contact your authorized dealer for service
assistance.
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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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