lock DODGE STRATUS COUPE 2005 2.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
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INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING..................................................21
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SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS..........................55
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS.............................................105
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STARTING AND DRIVING...................................................143
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FOR PLEASANT DRIVING...................................................207
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VEHICLE CARE.............................................................251
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EMERGENCIES.............................................................261
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MAINTENANCE...........................................................309
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SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................371
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE.......................................379
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INDEX...................................................................389
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Interior
1. Seat belt!p. 68
Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor (for front
seats)!p. 732. Remote trunk lid release!p. 37
3. Power window switch!p. 44
4. Window lock switch!p. 45
5. Electric remote-controlled outside mirror
switch!p. 190
6. Power door lock switch!p. 34
7. Sun visor!p. 211
8. Sunroof switch (for vehicles with sunroof)!p. 46
Dome light (for vehicles without sunroof)!p. 131
9. Inside day/night rearview mirror!p. 179
Electrochromic inside rearview mirror (if so equipped)
!p. 180
Dome light (for vehicles with sunroof)
10. Vanity mirror!p. 212
11. Glove compartment!p. 216
12. Cup holder (for rear seat)!p. 214
13. Rear seat!p. 66
14. Center console with lid!p. 217
15. Supplemental restraint system-side air bag!p. 89
(for front seats, if so equipped)
16. Cup holder (for front seats)!p. 214
17. Front seat!p. 57
18. Ash receptacle receiver.
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Outside
1. Engine compartment!p. 259
Engine hood!p. 422. Windshield wiper and washer!p. 128
3. Sunroof (if so equipped)!p. 46
4. Outside rear-view mirrors!p. 190
5. Whip antenna!p. 221
6. Front turn signal lights and parking lights
!p. 122, 297
7. Fog lights (if so equipped)!p. 122
8. Headlights!p. 122, 295
9. Front side marker lights!p. 300
10. Tire inflation pressure!p. 340
Changing tires!p. 270
Tire rotation!p. 347
Tire chains!p. 348
Wheel covers (if so equipped)!p. 268
11. Locking and unlocking!p. 26
Keyless entry system (if so equipped)!p. 29
12. High-mounted stop lights!p. 302
13. Trunk lid!p. 35
14. License plate lights!p. 303
15. Back up lights!p. 294
16. Stop and tail lights!p. 294
17. Rear turn signal and tail lights!p. 294
18. Rear side-marker lights!p. 294
19. Fuel filler!p. 39
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QUICK INDEX
If this warning light comes on¼
NOTE:These warning lights will illuminate for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition key is first turned on.
Warning light Do this Ref. page
´Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine.
Test the system as described on page 115.
´If the light does not go out after the test, or if it illumi-
nates again, have your vehicle inspected at an autho-
rized dealer.
´When this light comes on, the anti-lock braking system is
not functioning and only the ordinary braking system is
functioning.P. 1 1 5
Anti-lock braking system
´If this light comes on while driving, check to see that the
parking brake is fully released.
´If this light stays on after releasing the parking brake,
stop and check the brake fluid level is correct.
´If the brake fluid level is correct, call an authorized
dealer for assistance.P. 1 1 9
Brake warning light
´If this light comes on while driving, park your vehicle in
a safe place and stop the engine immediately.
Call an authorized dealer for assistance.P. 1 1 6
Oil pressure warning light
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If you hear the sound¼
Sound Do this Ref. page
If you hear a chime constantly when
the driver 's door is opened.ªKey reminder chimeº
A chime will sound if the driver 's door is opened while
the ignition key is in the ªLOCKº or ªACCº position.
Remove the key to stop the chime.
OR
ªHeadlight reminder chimeº
A chime will sound if the driver 's door is opened when
the ignition key is in the ªLOCKº or ªACCº position or
removed from the ignition switch with the lights on.
If the driver 's door is closed, the chime will stopP. 27, 152
P. 123
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If you hear the sound¼
Sound Do this Ref. page
If you hear a metallic sound (squeal)
when you depress the brake pedal
while driving.ªBrake pad wear alarmº
The brake pads have worn down near the serviceable
limit.
Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized dealer.P. 174
If you hear a chime from the engine
compartment continuously while the
engine is on.ªBrake system (hydraulic brake booster) warning chime
(Vehicle with anti-lock braking system)º
The brake circuit may not be operating correctly.
If this chime does not stop after a few minutes, carefully
stop the vehicle in a safe location and contact your nearest
authorized dealer.P. 1 1 9
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If this problem occurs¼
Problem Do this Ref. Page
Cannot turn the key
(1)ªLOCKº to ªACCº
Turn the key while slightly turning the steering wheel
right and left.
(2)ºACCº to ªLOCKº
Vehicle with automatic transaxle
Check the position of gear selector lever.
The key cannot be removed unless the gear selector
lever is set to the ªPº (PARK) position.
Vehicle with manual transaxle
Place the key at the ``ACC'' position. Push the key in
and turn it.P. 153
Cannot shift the gear selector lever
from the ªPº (PARK) positionShift the gear selector lever while depressing the brake
pedal. Check if the ignition key is in the ªONº position.P. 156, 161
The windows are fogged up.
1.Set the heater/air conditioning mode selection dial to
the ªºorªº position.
2.Turn on the blower.P. 246
16 INTRODUCTION

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
CONTENTS
mKeys.................................23
mSentry Key............................23
mDoor locks (Manual).....................26
NTo lock the door without using the key.......26
NTo lock the door with the key..............27
NTo lock the door from the inside............28
mKeyless entry system (if so equipped)........29
NConfirmation function...................29
NUsing the panic alarm...................31
NProcedure for replacing keyless transmitter
battery..............................32
mPower door locks........................34NLocking and unlocking with the door lock
switch...............................34
NLocking and unlocking with key or inside lock
knob................................35
NLocking by means of the inside lock knob.....35
mTrunk lid..............................35
NRemote trunk lid release..................37
NInside emergency trunk release.............37
mFuel filler.............................39
mEngine hood release......................42
mPower windows........................44
NDriver switch..........................45
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NPassenger switch.......................46
mSunroof (if so equipped)..................46
NTo tilt up.............................46
NTo tilt down..........................47
NTo open..............................47
NTo close..............................47NSunshade............................48mTheft-alarm system (if so equipped)..........49
NArmed stage..........................49
NAlarm stage...........................51
NDisarmed stage........................52
NTesting the theft-alarm system..............53
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KEYS
Two keys are provided.
The keys fit all locks. Keep one in a safe place as a spare
key.
NOTE: The key number (A) is stamped on the plate as
shown in the illustration.
Make a record of the key number and store the key and
key number plate in a separate place so that you can
order a key from your authorized dealer if the original
keys are lost.
SENTRY KEY
The sentry key is designed to significantly reduce the
possibility of vehicle theft. The purpose of the system is
to immobilize the vehicle if an invalid start is attempted.
A valid start attempt can only be achieved (subject to
certain conditions), using a key9registered9to the sentry
key system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
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