Download 2012 Dodge Avenger User`s Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
Welcome From Chrysler Group LLC . . . . 2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
Driver Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
GETTING STARTED
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) —
Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tilt / Telescoping Steering Column . . . .
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Engine Break-In Recommendations .
Turn Signal/Lights Lever . . . . . . .
Wiper/Washer Lever . . . . . . . . .
Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Climate Controls . . . . . . .
Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC)
Power Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ELECTRONICS
Your Vehicle's Sound System . . . . .
Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) .
Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio
(Sales Code RES + RSC) . . . . . . . .
Media Center 430/430N (Sales Code
RBZ/RHB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Media Center 730N (Sales Code RHR) .
Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio/Travel Link .
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . . .
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control . . . . . . . .
Uconnect™ Phone . . . . . . . . . . .
Uconnect™ Voice Command . . . . . .
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio . . . . . .
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Programmable Features . . . . . . . .
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Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
UTILITY
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome,
Etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
24-Hour Towing Assistance . . . .
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights
If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . .
Jacking And Tire Changing . . . . .
Battery Location . . . . . . . . . .
Jump-Starting . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift Lever Override . . . . . . . .
Towing A Disabled Vehicle . . . . .
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . .
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Opening The Hood . . . . .
Engine Compartment . . . .
Fluids And Capacities . . .
Maintenance Chart . . . . .
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Pressures . . . . . . . .
Exterior Bulbs . . . . . . .
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
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CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center . . 95
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center . . 95
Assistance For The Hearing Impaired . . 95
Publications Ordering . . . . . . . . . . 95
Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United
States And Washington, D.C. . . . . . . 96
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
Authentic Accessories By MOPAR® . . . 97
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
FAQ (How To?)
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . 101