sunroof DODGE STRATUS 2006 2.G Owners Manual

WARNING!
•Do not put anything on or around the front airbag
covers or attempt to manually open them. You may
damage the airbags and you could be injured be-
cause the airbags are not there to protect you. These
protective covers for the airbag cushions are de-
signed to open only when the airbags are inflating.
•If your vehicle is equipped with left and right
window bags, do not stack luggage or other cargo up
high enough to block the location of the window
bag. The area where the window bag is located
should remain free from any obstructions.
•If your vehicle is equipped with left and right
window bags, do not have any accessory items in-
stalled which will alter the roof, including adding a
sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that
require permanent attachments (bolts or screws) for
installation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the
roof of the vehicle for any reason.
•Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in
any way.
•Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster
such as alarm lights, stereos, citizens band radios etc.
Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Along
with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instru-
ment panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection
for the driver and front passenger. Left and right window
airbags also work with seat belts to improve occupant
protection.
The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types
of collisions. The front airbags deploy only in moderate
to severe frontal collisions. If your vehicle is so equipped,
the window bag on the crash side of the vehicle is
triggered in moderate to severe side collisions. In certain
types of collisions where the airbags deploy, you need the
seat belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags
to protect you properly.
Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize
the risk of harm from a deploying airbag.
1. Children 12 years old and under should ride buckled
up in the rear seat. Infants in rear-facing child restraints
shouldNEVERride in the front seat of a vehicle with a
passenger front airbag. An airbag deployment could
cause severe injury or death to infants in that position.
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▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)......62
▫Lights-On Reminder....................62
▫Fog Lights—If Equipped................62
▫Turn Signals..........................62
▫Headlight Beam Select Switch.............63
▫Flash To Pass.........................63
▫Headlight Time Delay...................63

Windshield Wipers And Washers...........63
▫Mist................................64
▫Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wiper System....64

Tilt Steering Column.....................64

Traction Control—If Equipped.............65

Electronic Speed Control—If Equipped......66
▫To Activate...........................66
▫To Set At A Desired Speed................66
▫To Deactivate.........................67▫To Resume Speed......................67
▫To Vary The Speed Setting................67
▫To Accelerate For Passing................67
▫Using Speed Control On Hills.............67

Garage Door Opener—If Equipped.........69
▫Programming The Universal Transceiver......69
▫“Rolling Code”Programming.............71
▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . .72
▫Operation............................73
▫Reprogramming A Single Button...........73
▫Security.............................73

Power Sunroof—If Equipped.............74
▫Opening Sunroof - Manual...............75
▫Opening Sunroof - Express...............75
▫Closing Sunroof - Manual................75
▫Venting Sunroof - Express................75
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▫Sunshade Operation....................75
▫Wind Buffeting........................75
▫Sunroof Maintenance....................75▫Sunroof Fully Closed....................76

Electrical Power Outlet...................76
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POWER SUNROOF—IF EQUIPPED
The sunroof controls are mounted between the sun visors
on the overhead console.WARNING!
•Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
•In an accident, there is greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You
could also be seriously injured or killed. Always
fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all
passengers are properly secured too.
•Do not allow small children to operate the sun-
roof. Never allow fingers or other body parts, or
any object to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.
Power Sunroof Controls
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Opening Sunroof - Manual
Press the switch rearward and hold, and the sunroof will
open automatically from any position. The sunroof will
open fully, then stop automatically. During this opera-
tion, any release of the sunroof switch will stop the
sunroof.
Opening Sunroof - Express
Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof
will open automatically from any position. The sunroof
will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called
Express Open. During Express Open operation, any
movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
Closing Sunroof - Manual
To Close the sunroof from an open or vent position, press
andholdthe switch forward. The sunroof will close fully
and stop automatically. Release the switch to stop sun-
roof travel at any point.
Venting Sunroof - Express
Press and release theVbutton, and the sunroof will
open to the vent position. This is called Express Vent.
Sunshade Operation
The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the
sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
NOTE:The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is
open.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if so equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
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Sunroof Fully Closed
Press and hold the switch forward until the sunroof stops
completely to ensure that the sunroof is fully closed.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET
The power outlet is located in the lower center of your
instrument panel. If your vehicle is equipped with heated
seats, a second power outlet is located inside the center
console. All accessories connected to any outlet should be
removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use.
CAUTION!
Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
•Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not
in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life
and/or prevent engine starting.
•Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the
battery even more quickly. Only use these inter-
mittently and with greater caution.
•After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
alternator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
•Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces-
sory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the
power outlet can cause damage.
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Passing Light........................... 63
Pets.................................. 44
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 156
Power
Brakes............................. 149
Door Locks.......................... 12
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)......... 76
Seats............................... 56
Steering............................ 150
Steering, Checking.................... 219
Sunroof............................. 74
Windows.........................21,150
Power Steering Fluid.................... 248
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 29
Preparation for Jacking................... 192
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 27
Programmable Electronic Features.........69,73
Programming Transmitters (Remote
Keyless Entry)......................17,69,73
Radial Ply Tires........................ 163
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)........ 225Radio Broadcast Signals................... 93
Radio Operation...............103,108,119,122
Radio Remote Controls................... 119
Radio, Satellite......................... 115
Radio (Sound Systems)..............94,103,108
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 57
Rear Window Defroster.................. 132
Rearview Mirrors........................ 52
Reformulated Gasoline................... 172
Refrigerant............................ 219
Reminder, Lights On..................... 62
Reminder, Seat Belt...................... 28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)............... 15
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls...... 119
Remote Trunk Release.................... 20
Replacement Tires...................... 166
Reporting Safety Defects................. 273
Restraint, Head......................... 56
Restraints, Occupant..................... 22
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck.............. 201
Rotation, Tires......................... 168
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 45
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