odometer DODGE INTREPID 2004 2.G Owners Manual

Power Sun Roof — If Equipped............76
▫Wind Buffeting........................77
▫Sun Roof Maintenance...................77
Overhead Travel Information Center — If
Equipped
.............................77
▫US/M Button.........................78
▫Reset Button..........................78
▫Global Reset..........................78
▫Step Button..........................78
▫Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO).........78▫Distance To Empty (DTE)................78
▫Trip Odometer (ODO)...................78
▫Elapsed Time (ET)......................78
▫C/T Button..........................78
▫Compass/Temperature Display............79
▫Automatic Compass Calibration............79
▫Manual Compass Calibration..............79
▫Outside Temperature....................81
Electrical Power Outlet...................81
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NOTE:The Battery Saver Feature will not turn these
lights off if a switch was used to turn them on.
Instrument Panel Lighting
The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be
regulated by rotating the dimmer switch.
Daytime Brightness Feature
Certain instrument panel components can be illuminated
at full brightness during the daytime. These are the
Odometer, Transmission Range Indicator, Radio, Climate
Controls, and the Overhead Travel Information Center.
This can be helpful when driving with your headlightson during the daytime such as in a parade or a funeral
procession. To activate this feature, rotate the Dimmer
Control upward to the first detent.
Front Map/Reading Lights
These lights are mounted between the sun visors. Each
light is turned On by pressing the lens. Press the lens a
second time to turn the light Off. The lights also come on
when a door is opened or the dimmer switch is turned
fully upward to the dome light position.
NOTE:The lights will remain on until the switch is
pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned
off before leaving the vehicle.
Rear Seat Reading/Courtesy Lights
These lights may be individually operated by a switch
next to the light. The Battery Saver feature will not turn
these lights off if the switch was used to turn them on. Be
sure the lights are off before leaving the vehicle. The
lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer
switch is turned to the dome light position.
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US/M Button
Use this button to change the display from U.S. to metric
measurement units.
RESET Button
Use this button to reset the following displays to zero:
Average Fuel Economy
Trip Odometer
Elapsed time.
Global Reset
If the RESET button is pressed twice within 3 seconds
while in any of the 3 resetable displays, the Global Reset
will reset all 3 displays.
Step Button
Use this button to choose or cycle through the five trip
conditions.
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)
This display shows the average fuel economy since the
last reset.
Distance To Empty (DTE)
This display shows the estimated distance that can be
traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. The distance
is calculated by multiplying the amount of fuel remain-
ing by the projected fuel economy. The distance predicted
will change every few seconds to a higher or lower
number as these factors change.
This display cannot be reset.
Trip Odometer (ODO)
This display shows the distance traveled since the last
reset.
Elapsed Time (ET)
This display shows the accumulated ignition ON time
since the last reset.
C/T Button
Use this button to select a readout of the outside tem-
perature and one of eight compass headings that indicate
the direction in which the vehicle is facing.
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If the pointer rises to the “H” mark, stop the vehicle and
turn off the engine until the problem is corrected.
CAUTION!
Continuing to drive with an overheated engine cool-
ing system can cause damage to the engine or other
components.
There are steps that you can take to slow down an
impending overheat condition. If your air conditioning is
on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to
the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C
removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature
control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and
the Fan 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.
16. Malfunction Indicator Light
This light is part of an onboard diagnostic
system called OBD that monitors engine and
automatic transmission control systems. Thelight will illuminate when the key is in the ON
position before engine start. If the bulb does not come
on when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the
condition checked promptly.
Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap or
poor fuel quality may illuminate the light after engine
start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on
through several of your typical driving cycles. In most
situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not
require towing.
The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert to serious
conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or
severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be
serviced as soon as possible if this occurs.
17. Trip Odometer Reset Knob
To reset the trip odometer, push the reset knob for about
two seconds.
18. Airbag Light
The light will come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch
is first turned ON. If the bulb is not lit during starting,
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have it replaced. If the light stays on, or comes on
while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
19. Odometer/Trip Odometer
Shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of
vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the
correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There-
fore, if the odometer reading is changed during repair or
replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading
before and after the service so that the correct mileage can
be determined.
The Trip Odometer shows individual trip mileage and is
accessed by pressing the reset button.
20. Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical
charging system. The light should come on
briefly when the ignition is first turned on and remain
on briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or
comes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s
electrical devices, such as the Fog Lights or RearDefroster. If the Charging System Light remains on, it
means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with
the charging system and should be serviced immedi-
ately. See your local authorized dealer.
21. Transmission Range Indicator
This indicator illuminates to show the automatic trans-
mission gear selection.
22. ABS Light
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake system
described elsewhere in this manual. The yellow
ABS light will come on when the ignition key is turned
to the ON position and may stay on for several
seconds. If the ABS light does not come on have the
system checked by an authorized dealer. The warning
light should be checked frequently to assure that it is
operating properly.
If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving, it
indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system
is not functioning and that service is required, however,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally if the red BRAKE warning light is not on.
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WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
•Never use a tire smaller than the minimum tire size
listed on your vehicle’s tire label located on the
driver’s door. Using a smaller tire could result in
tire overloading and failure. You could lose control
and have an accident.
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
•Overloading your tires is dangerous. Like under
inflation, overloading can cause tire failure. Use
tires of the recommended load capacity for your
vehicle and never overload them.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings. Check with your dealer before replacing tires
with a different size.
Tire Rotation Recommendations
Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at
different loads and perform different steering, driving
and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at
unequal rates, and tend to develop irregular wear pat-
terns.
These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires.
The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with
aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type
tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain
mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to a
smooth, quiet ride.
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Additives........................... 146
Filler Cap........................... 147
Filter.............................. 180
Gauge.............................. 88
Light............................... 88
Materials Added...................... 146
Octane Rating........................ 143
System Hoses........................ 194
Fuses.............................201,202
Garage Door Opener..................... 70
GasCap .............................. 147
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 144
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends............... 144
Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 89
Fuel................................ 88
Oil Pressure.......................... 88
Speedometer/Odometer................. 91
Glass Cleaning......................... 200
Glove Compartment..................... 14
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 152Head Restraints......................... 57
Headlights
Bulb Replacement..................... 204
Cleaning............................ 200
Dimmer Switch....................... 64
Lights On Reminder.................... 62
Switch.............................. 62
Time Delay........................... 62
Heater............................ 114,117
High Beam Indicator..................... 89
Holder, Cup........................... 52
Homelink Transmitter.................... 70
Hood Latch Maintenance................. 185
Hood Release.......................... 59
Hook, Coat............................ 52
Hoses............................191,194
Ignition
Key ...............................9,12
Lock............................... 13
Illuminated Entry....................... 14
Immobilizer............................. 9
Infant Restraint......................... 41
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Electric Remote....................... 54
Outside............................. 54
Rearview............................ 53
Vanity.............................. 55
Mopar Parts........................171,231
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 63
Occupant Restraints...................... 26
Odometer............................. 91
Oil, Engine........................... 172
Change Interval...................... 174
Checking........................... 172
Dipstick............................ 172
Disposal............................ 177
Filter.............................. 178
Identification Logo.................... 176
Materials Added to.................... 177
Quality............................. 176
Recommendation..................... 175
Synthetic........................... 177
Onboard Diagnostic System............169,170
Opener, Garage Door..................... 70
Operator Manuals........................ 4Overhead Console.....................70,77
Overhead Travel Information Center......... 77
Overheating, Engine..................... 152
Owner’s Manual......................4,233
Paint Care............................ 197
Paint Damage......................... 197
Panic Alarm........................... 19
Parking Brake......................... 132
Parking On Hill........................ 133
Passing Light........................... 64
Pets.................................. 46
Pets, Transporting....................... 46
Power
Distribution Center.................... 202
Door Locks.......................... 14
Outlet.............................. 81
Seats............................... 56
Steering............................ 135
Steering, Checking.................... 183
Sunroof............................. 76
TrunkLid ............................ 25
Windows............................ 25
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Radial............................. 138
Replacement......................... 141
Rotation............................ 142
Snow Tires.......................... 140
Spare Tire........................... 139
Spinning............................ 140
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 141
To Open Hood.......................... 59
Towing.............................. 148
Disabled Vehicle...................... 163
Trailering........................... 148
Traction Control....................66,88,135
Trailer Towing......................... 148
Transaxle
Additives........................... 197
Automatic........................129,194
Filter.............................. 197
Operation........................... 130
Selection of Lubricant.................. 194
Transmission
Range Indicator....................91,130Transmitter Battery Service................ 22
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener............ 70
Transmitter Programming................. 20
Transporting Pets........................ 46
Tread Wear Indicators................... 141
Trip Computer.......................... 77
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 90
Trunk Release, Emergency................. 26
Trunk Release Remote Control.............. 25
Turn Signals.......................63,64,89
Underhood Fuses....................... 202
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 235
Universal Joints........................ 184
Universal Transmitter.................... 70
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................ 191
Vehicle Identification Number............... 6
Vehicle Loading........................ 148
Vehicle Theft Alarm...................... 23
Vinyl Trim............................ 199
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