ECU DODGE STRATUS SEDAN 2006 Owner's Manual

Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high
heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hose
routing to be sure hoses do not touch any heat source or
moving component that may cause heat damage or
mechanical wear.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed. Inspect all hose connections such as clamps
and couplings to make sure they are secure and no leaks
are present. Components should be replaced immedi-
ately if there is any evidence of degradation that could
cause failure.
Brakes
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Suggested service intervals can be found in section 8.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You may not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake and Power Steering System Hoses
When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance,
inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of
heat and mechanical damage. Hard and brittle rubber,
cracking, checking, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive
swelling suggest deterioration of the rubber. Particular
attention should be made to examining those hose sur-
faces nearest to high heat sources, such as the exhaust
manifold.
Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they
are secure and no leaks are present.
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6. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface,
clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
7. Reinsert the bulb and socket assembly and turn the
retaining ring clockwise to secure the bulb.
8. Reinstall the headlight assembly.
Park, Turn Signal, Sidemarker Bulb Replacement
1. Open the hood and remove the two headlight assem-
bly mounting screws. Pull the headlight assembly away
from the vehicle.2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove the
bulb and socket assembly.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket, replace the bulb, and
reinstall the bulb and socket to the headlight assembly.
Reinstall the headlight assembly.
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Fog Light Bulb Replacement
1. Remove the screw securing the light assembly to the
front fascia.
2. Pull the light assembly away from the vehicle to
expose the bulb and socket assembly.3. Disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb and
socket assembly.
4. Turn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise
to remove it from the housing.
5. Install the new bulb and socket assembly, reattach the
wiring connector, and reinstall the fog light assembly.
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About Your Brakes...................... 149
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............. 149
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 224
Adding Fuel.......................... 177
Adding Washer Fluid.................... 222
Additives, Fuel........................ 173
Aiming Headlights...................... 246
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 215
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 218
Air Conditioning....................122,129
Air Conditioning Controls................ 122
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........128,134
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 219
Air Conditioning System..............129,218
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 161
Airbag................................ 30
Airbag Deployment....................33,34
Airbag Light...................33,34,36,46,84
Airbag Maintenance...................... 36
Airbag, Side........................... 35
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........30,35
Alarm Light............................ 88
Alarm, Panic........................... 17Alarm System (Security Alarm)............. 19
Alignment and Balance.................. 167
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 6
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 118
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............224,246
Capacities........................... 246
Disposal............................ 226
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............. 149
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 87
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)...... 19
Appearance Care....................... 233
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 52
Automatic Door Locks..................13,14
Automatic Headlights.................... 62
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)....... 122
Automatic Transaxle.........143,145,202,230,248
Adding Fluid........................ 248
Filter.............................. 232
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 232
Fluid Level Check..................... 231
Interlock System...................... 144
Reset Mode......................... 145
Selection Of Lubricant...............231,248
278 INDEX

Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............61,63
Engine Temperature Warning............. 86
Exterior Check........................ 46
Fog ...........................62,85,244
Front Replacement.................... 243
Headlight Switch...................... 61
Headlights........................... 61
High Beam........................... 63
High Beam Indicator................... 84
Illuminated Entry...................... 11
Instrument Cluster..................... 61
Interior.............................. 59
License............................. 246
Lights On Reminder.................... 62
Low Fuel............................ 88
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)....... 84
Map Reading......................... 60
Oil Pressure.......................... 87
Rear Servicing....................... 245
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 88
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............. 19
Service..........................240,241
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . 84Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............. 88
Traction Control...................... 151
Turn Signal...................61,62,84,243
Voltage.............................. 84
Load Limits........................... 178
Loading Vehicle
Capacities........................... 178
Tires ............................156,178
Locks
Central.............................. 13
Child Protection....................... 14
Door............................... 11
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 41
Lubricants............................ 220
Lubrication, Body....................... 220
Luggage/Cargo Capacity................. 178
Lumbar Support........................ 55
Maintenance Free Battery................. 216
Maintenance Procedures.................. 210
Maintenance Schedule................... 250
Light Duty Schedule“B”................ 253
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Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 46
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 273
Safety Information, Tire.................. 152
Safety Tips............................. 45
Satellite Radio......................... 115
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 118
Schedule, Maintenance................... 250
Seat Belt Maintenance................... 237
Seat Belt Reminder...................... 28
Seat Belts.............................. 23
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 26
And Pregnant Women.................. 29
Child Restraint....................36,37,42
Extender............................ 29
Front Seat............................ 24
Inspection........................... 45
Operating Instructions.................. 24
Pretensioners......................... 27
Reminder............................ 88
Seats................................. 54
Adjustment.......................... 54
Cleaning............................ 235
Head Restraints....................... 56Lumbar Support....................... 55
Power.............................. 56
Rear Folding......................... 57
Reclining............................ 55
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............... 19
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........224,247
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 9
Service Assistance...................... 270
Service Contract........................ 272
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction
Indicator)............................. 84
Service Manuals........................ 273
Setting the Clock........................ 92
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage............. 26
Side Airbag............................ 35
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters)......127,132
Signals, Turn........................... 84
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............. 200
Snow Tires............................ 168
Spare Tire.........................163,164
Spark Plugs........................... 214
Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........66,83
Speedometer........................... 84
288 INDEX

Starting.............................. 140
Cold Weather........................ 141
Engine Fails to Start................... 142
Starting and Operating................... 140
Steering
Power...........................150,219
Tilt Column.......................... 64
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................ 119
Storage.............................. 240
Storage, Vehicle........................ 240
Storing Your Vehicle..................... 240
Stuck, Freeing......................... 201
Sun Roof.............................. 74
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 30
Tachometer............................ 84
Tape Player........................... 119
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)....... 122
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......86,191
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............... 19
Theft System (Security Alarm).............. 19
Tilt Steering Column..................... 64Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 156
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 154
Tire Markings......................... 152
Tire Safety Information................... 152
Tires ...........................46,160,275
Aging (Life of Tires)................... 166
Air Pressure......................... 160
Alignment.......................... 167
Chains............................. 168
Changing........................191,192
Compact Spare....................... 163
Flat Changing.....................191,192
General Information................... 160
High Speed......................... 162
Inflation Pressures.................... 161
Jacking............................. 192
Life of Tires......................... 166
Load Capacity....................156,157
Quality Grading...................... 275
Radial............................. 163
Replacement......................... 166
Rotation............................ 168
Safety...........................152,160
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Vanity Mirrors.......................... 54
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).......... 6
Vehicle Loading.....................157,178
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 6
Vehicle Storage......................... 240
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)......... 19
Vinyl Trim............................ 235
Viscosity, Engine Oil..................... 246
Voltmeter.............................. 84
Warning, Door Ajar...................... 13
Warning Flasher, Hazard................. 190
Warnings and Cautions.................... 6
Warranty Information.................... 272
Washer, Adding Fluid................... 222Washers, Windshield..................63,222
Washing Vehicle........................ 233
Waxing and Polishing................... 233
Wheel Alignment and Balance............. 167
Wind Buffeting.......................22,75
Window Airbag (Side Curtain)............30,35
Window Fogging....................... 126
Windows.............................. 21
Power.............................. 21
Windshield Washers...................63,222
Windshield Wipers.................62,63,221
Wiper Blade Replacement................. 222
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 64
Wood Trim Cleaning.................... 236
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