high beam DODGE STRATUS COUPE 2005 2.G Owners Manual

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
CONTENTS
mInstrument cluster......................108
NMeter cluster.........................108
NIndicator and warning light package........109
NSpeedometer.........................110
NTachometer..........................110
NFuel gauge..........................111
NOdometer/Trip odometer................112
NEngine coolant temperature gauge..........113
NTurn signal indicators/hazard warning lights . . 114
NHigh beam indicator...................114
NTheft-alarm indicator...................114
NDoor-ajar warning light and chime.........114NAnti-lock braking system warning light
(if so equipped).......................115
NCruise/speed control indicator............115
NLow-fuel warning light and chime..........115
NFront fog light indicator (if so equipped).....116
NCharging system warning light............116
NOil pressure warning light...............116
NMalfunction indicator light
(SERVICE ENGINE SOON)...............117
NSupplemental Restraint System (SRS)-air bag
warning light.........................118
NBrake warning light....................119
NSeat belt reminder/warning light...........120
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NChanging the setting for warning operation . . . 120
NAutomatic transaxle indicator
(if so equipped).......................121
NTraction Control System warning light
(if so equipped).......................121
NWasher fluid level indicator..............121
mCombination headlights, dimmer and
turn signal lever
.......................122
NHeadlights..........................122
NLight auto-cutout feature
(headlights, fog lights, etc.)...............122
NWhen you want to keep the lights on
(time delay)..........................122
NHeadlight reminder chime...............123
NHeadlight flasher (high/low beam).........123
NDimmer (high/low beam change)..........124
NTurn signals..........................124
mFog light switch (if so equipped)...........125
mHazard warning flasher switch............126
mInstrument panel light dimmer control.......127
mElectric rear window defroster.............127
mWindshield wipers......................128
mIntermittent wipers.....................129
mWindshield washer.....................130
mPrecautions to observe when using wipers
and washers
..........................130
mDome light...........................131
mLights (dome lights, etc.) auto-cutout
function
.............................132
mReading lights.........................133
mRear personal lights.....................134
mHorn switch..........................134
mGarage door opener (if so equipped)........134
NTraining the Universal Transceiver..........135
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11. High beam indicator!P. 1 1 4
12. Cruise control indicator!P. 1 1 5
13. Theft-alarm indicator!P. 1 1 4
14. Malfunction indicator light
(SERVICE ENGINE SOON)!P. 1 1 7
15. Oil pressure warning light!P. 1 1 6
16. Charging system warning light!P. 1 1 6
17. Overheating warning light!P. 1 1 8
18. Traction control system warning light
(if so equipped)!P. 121
19. Automatic transaxle indicator
(Vehicles with Autostick automatic transaxle-if so
equipped)!P. 121
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.
·The outer scale indicates miles per hour.
·The inner scale indicates kilometers per hour.
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine revolutions per minute.
This allows the driver to determine the most efficient
gear range and engine speed combinations.
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2.4 liter
engine3.0 liter
engine
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CAUTION!
While driving, care should always be taken to main-
tain normal engine operating temperature. If the
indicator enters the ªHº (hot) position while driving,
the engine is overheating. (Refer to ªEngine over-
heatingº on page 279.)
Turn signal indicators/hazard warning lights
The arrow will flash in unison with the
corresponding exterior turn signals when
the turn signal lever is operated.
Both arrows will flash intermittently when the hazard
warning flasher switch is pressed.
NOTE: If the signal indicator blinks too fast, the cause
may be a faulty turn-signal connection or faulty lamp
bulb.
High beam indicator
A blue light illuminates when the head-
lights are on high beam.
Theft-alarm indicator
When the theft-alarm system has been
armed, the indicator located in the instru-
ment cluster will illuminate and go off in 20
seconds, indicating the system is armed. (See ªTheft-
alarm systemº on page 49.)
Door-ajar warning light and chime
This light illuminates when any door is
open or not completely closed.
When the vehicle is moving at more than 5
mph (8 km/h) and the door is open or ajar,
a chime will sound to inform the driver that
the door is not properly shut.
CAUTION!
Before driving, check to ensure that the door-ajar
warning light is off.
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CAUTION!
Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level;
running out of fuel could cause damage to the
catalytic converter.
Front fog light indicator (if so equipped)
This indicator illuminates while the fog
lights are on.
NOTE:Fog lights will not be operational when high
beam (headlights) are selected.
Charging system warning light
This light illuminates in the event of a
malfunction in the charging system.
This light illuminates when the ignition key
is turned to the ªONº position (engine off). When the
engine is started, the light should go off. Always be sure
that the light goes out before beginning to drive.
CAUTION!
If the charging light remains on after the engine has
started, the battery charging system may be malfunc-
tioning. In this case, take your vehicle to an autho-
rized dealer and have the system checked.
Oil pressure warning light
This light illuminates when the engine oil
pressure is below normal. If the light stays
on while driving, stop the engine as soon as possible and
do not drive until the cause of the low oil pressure is
corrected.
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1. Rotate the ignition key to ªLOCKº or ªACCº position
with the light switch in the ON ª
º position.
2. Turn light switch to ªOFFº position within about 45
seconds of ignition key removal.
3. The headlights will stay on for about 60 seconds, then
automatically turn off.
Headlight reminder chime
If the driver 's door is opened (ignition key in ªLOCKº,
ªACCº or out of ignition cylinder) with the light switch
in the ON ª
ºorªº position, a chime will sound
to remind the driver to turn off the lights. Turning off the
light switch will stop the chime.
Headlight flasher (high/low beam)
The headlights can be made to flash (high beam) when
the lever is pulled slightly to (2), and will go back to
normal when it is released. While the high beam is on, a
blue light in the instrument cluster will also illuminate.
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NOTE: The headlights can also flash when the light
switch is OFF.
If you turn the lights off with the headlights set to
high-beam illumination, the headlights are automati-
cally returned to their low-beam setting when the light
switch is next turned to the ON ª
º position.
Dimmer (high/low beam change)
To change the headlights from high beam to low beam
and vice versa, pull the turn signal lever to (1). Switch the
headlights to low beam as a courtesy whenever there are
oncoming vehicles, or when there is traffic moving ahead
of you. An illuminated blue light in the instrument
cluster indicates when the headlights are on high beam.
Turn signals
For changing lanes, or when making a gradual turn, the
lever may be held in the ªlane changeº position (1). It will
return to the neutral position when released. The fully
engaged position (2) is for use when making a normal
turn. The lever will return automatically upon comple-
tion of the turn.
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NOTE
1. If the headlights are switched to high beam, the fog
lights will go out; they will illuminate again when the
headlights are switched back to low beam.
2. If the light switch is rotated to OFF while the fog lights
are illuminated, they will automatically turn off. They
can be turned back on again by moving the light switch
back to ON and pressing the fog light switch again.
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH
Press the flasher switch and the front and rear turn
signals will flash intermittently, as the hazard warning
lights. This is an emergency warning system and is not
intended for use when the vehicle is in motion.
If it is necessary to leave the vehicle, the flasher system
will continue to operate with the ignition key removed.
NOTE: If the lights are kept flashing for several hours,
the battery will be discharged (rundown), resulting in
hard engine starting or a no start condition.
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Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires (including spare
tire) for proper pressure. Maintain specified tire inflation
pressures. Replace tires before they are excessively worn.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of all exterior lights
while you activate the controls. Check the turn signals
and highbeam indicators on the instrument panel.
Fluid leaks
Check the area under the vehicle after overnight parking
for fuel, water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Make sure all fluid
levels are at the proper levels. Also, if fuel leaks are
detected, the cause should be located and corrected
immediately.
Driver
Do not drive if you are tired or sleepy. Do not drive if you
have been drinking or taking drugs. Unless you are alert
and able to concentrate on your driving, you could have
an accident, resulting in serious or fatal injury to yourself
and others.
SAFE DRIVING TECHNIQUES
Even this vehicle's safety equipment, and your safest
driving, cannot guarantee that you can avoid accident or
injury. However, we recommend that you give extra
attention to the following, to help maximize the safety of
you and your passengers:
1. Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic, road and
weather conditions. Leave adequate stopping distance
for your vehicle.
2. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors and flash
the proper turn-signal light.
3. While driving, watch the behavior of other drivers,
bicyclists and pedestrians.
4. During an emergency stop, switch on the hazard
warning flasher.
5. When leaving the vehicle, set the parking brake and
place the gearshift lever into low gear.
In vehicles with an automatic transaxle, place the selector
lever in the ªPº (PARK) position. Remove the key.
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Engine compartment Fuse location tableNo. Symbol Electrical system Capacity
1
Fuse (+B) 60A
2
Radiator fan motor 50A
3
Anti-lock braking system 60A
4
Ignition switch 40A
5
Electric window controls 30A
6
Fog lights 15A
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8
Horn 15A
9
Engine control 20A
10
Air conditioning 10A
11
Stop lights 15A
12
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13
Alternator 7.5A
14
Hazard warning flasher 10A
15
Automatic transaxle 20A
16
Headlights high beam (right) 10A
17
Headlights high beam (left) 10A
18
Headlights low beam (right) 10A
19
Headlights low beam (left) 10A
20
Position lights (right) 7.5A
21
Position lights (left) 7.5AN29B2642
Engine compartment fuse location
290 EMERGENCIES