high beam DODGE STRATUS 2005 2.G Owners Manual

Defrosters
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.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
the Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are
present, the cause should be corrected immediately.
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
The headlights come on at a low intensity level whenever
the ignition switch is turned on. The lights remain on
until the ignition switch is turned OFF or the parking
brake is engaged. The headlight switch must be used for
normal night time driving.
Lights-on Reminder
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition
is turned off, a chime will sound when the driver’s door
is opened.
Fog Lights—If Equipped
The fog light switch is in the multi-function lever.
To activate the fog lights, turn on the low beam
headlights and pull out the end of the control
lever. A light in the instrument cluster shows when the
fog lights are on.
NOTE:The switch will turn on the fog lights only if the
low beam headlights are on. Turning on the high beam
headlights turns off the fog lights.
Turn Signals
Move the turn signal lever up or down and the arrows in
the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of
the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane
change by moving the lever partially up or down.
Headlight Beam Select Switch
Pull the turn signal lever towards you to switch the
headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the turn signal lever a
second time to switch the headlights to LOW beam.
Flash to Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the turn signal lever toward the steering
wheel. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high
beam and remain on until the lever is released.
Headlight Time Delay
This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination
for about 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in an
unlighted area.
To activate the delay, turn off the ignition while the
headlights are still on. Then turn off the headlights. The
delay interval begins when the ignition is turned off.
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5. Tachometer
The red area of the scale shows the maximum permissible
engine revolutions-per-minute (rpm x 1000) for each gear
range. Before reaching the red area (over 6,500 rpm), ease
up on the accelerator to prevent engine over speed.
6. Turn Signal Indicators
The arrows will flash in unison with the exterior turn
signal, when using the turn signal lever.
7. High Beam Indicator
This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the
steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or
low beam.
8. Speedometer
Shows the vehicle speed in miles-per-hour and
kilometers-per-hour.
9. 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 orcomes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s
electrical devices, such as the Fog Lights or Rear
Defroster. If the Charging System Light remains on, it
means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with
the charging system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDI-
ATELY. See your local authorized dealer.
10. Malfunction Indicator Light
This light is part of an onboard diagnostic
system called OBD that monitors engine and
automatic transmission control systems. The
light will illuminate as long as the key is in the ON
position, prior to engine start up. Approximately 15
seconds later the MIL may blink for 10 seconds then
resume to full illumination. (See“EMISSIONS IN-
SPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS”in
the“MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE”section of
your Owner Manual for more details). 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
90 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

The identity of each fuse is indicated on the backside of
the cover.
Cavity Fuse Circuit
1 30 Amp Green Blower Motor
2 10 Amp Red Right High Beam Head-
light, High Beam Indica-
tor
3 10 Amp Red Left High Beam Head-
light
4 15 Amp Blue Power Door Lock Switch
Illumination, Transmis-
sion Range Switch, Day-
time Running Light Mod-
ule (Canada), Power
Windows, Anti-lock
Brake System Module
Cavity Fuse Circuit
5 10 Amp Red Power Door Lock and
Door Lock Arm/Disarm
Switches, Vanity, Read-
ing, Map, Rear Seating,
Ignition, and Trunk
Lights, Illuminated Entry,
Radio, Power Antenna,
Data Link Connector,
Body Control Module,
Power Amplifier
6 10 Amp Red Heated Rear Window
Indicator
7 20 Amp Yellow Instrument cluster illumi-
nation, Park and tail
Lights
8 20 Amp Yellow Power Receptacle, Horns,
Ignition, Fuel, Start
9 15 Amp Blue Power Door Lock Motors
(Body Control Module)
10 20 Amp Yellow Daytime Running Light
Module (Canada)
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Cavity Fuse Circuit
11 10 Amp Red Instrument Cluster,
Transmission Control,
Park/Neutral Switch,
Body Control Module
12 10 Amp Red Left Low beam Headlight
13 20 Amp Yellow Right Low Beam Head-
light, Fog Light Switch
14 10 Amp Red Radio
15 10 Amp Red Turn Signal and Hazard
Flashers, Wiper Switch,
Seat Belt Control Module,
Wiper Relays, Rear Win-
dow Defroster Relay
16 10 Amp Red Airbag Control Module
17 10 Amp Airbag Control Module
18 20 Amp
C/BRKRPower Seat Switch, Re-
mote Trunk Release
19 30 Amp
C/BRKRPower WindowsCAUTION!
When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a
properly rated fuse continues to blow, it shows a
problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
You may:
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
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Filler Cap........................... 176
Filter.............................. 211
Gasoline............................ 173
Gauge.............................. 89
Hoses.............................. 228
Light............................... 94
Octane Rating........................ 245
Requirements.....................173,244
Tank Capacity........................ 244
Fueling.............................. 176
Fuses................................ 235
Garage Door Opener..................... 74
GasCap .............................. 176
Gasoline............................. 173
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 174
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 174
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends............... 174
Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 91
Fuel................................ 89
Speedometer......................... 90
Tachometer.......................... 90Gearshift............................. 148
General Information...................15,21
Glass Cleaning......................... 233
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 186
Head Restraints......................... 61
Headlights............................ 238
Aiming............................. 244
Automatic........................... 66
Bulb Replacement..................... 238
Cleaning............................ 233
High Beam.........................67,90
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 67
Passing............................. 67
Switch.............................. 66
Time Delay........................66,67
Heater............................125,132
Heater, Engine Block.................... 145
Homelink Transmitter.................... 74
Hood Prop............................ 63
Hood Release.......................... 62
Hoses............................225,228
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Engine Temperature Warning............. 91
Exterior Check........................ 50
Fog ...........................67,91,241
Front Replacement.................... 240
Headlight Switch...................... 66
Headlights........................... 66
High Beam........................... 67
High Beam Indicator................... 90
Illuminated Entry...................... 15
Instrument Cluster..................... 66
Interior.............................. 63
License............................. 243
Lights On Reminder.................... 67
Low Fuel............................ 94
Malfunction Indicator................... 90
Map Reading......................... 65
Oil Pressure.......................... 93
Rear Servicing....................242,243
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 94
Security Alarm........................ 23
Service............................. 238
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . 90
Theft Alarm.......................... 94Traction Control...................... 154
Turn Signal...................65,67,90,240
Voltage.............................. 90
Load Limits........................... 178
Loading Vehicle
Capacities........................... 178
Tires ............................159,178
Locks
Central.............................. 17
Child Protection....................... 18
Door............................... 15
Ignition............................. 11
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 45
Lubricants............................ 216
Lubrication, Body....................... 216
Luggage/Cargo Capacity................. 178
Lumbar Support........................ 60
Maintenance Free Battery................. 213
Maintenance Procedures.................. 206
Maintenance Schedule................... 249
Light Duty ScheduleB................ 252
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