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Dodge Avenger (2020 year). Manual in english - page 10

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5. Low Fuel Light

If jump starting is required, refer to

“Jump Starting

Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”.

When the fuel level drops to approximately 2.0

gallons (7.6 Liters), the fuel symbol will light and

7. Air Bag Warning Light

a single chime will sound.

This light will turn on for four to eight seconds

NOTE: This light will remain on until a minimum of

as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first

approximately 3.0 gallons of fuel is added.

turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on

during starting, stays on, or turns on while

6. Charging System Light

driving, have the system inspected at an authorized

This light shows the status of the electrical charg-

dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints”

ing system. The light should come on briefly

in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for

when the ignition is first turned on and remain on briefly

further information.

as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while

8. Seat Belt Reminder Light

driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s electrical devices,

such as the Front Fog Lights or Rear Window Defroster.

When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/

If the Charging System Light remains on, it means that

RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight

the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging

seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if

system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See your local

the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound.

authorized dealer.

After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver seat

belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Warning Light will

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flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “Occupant

10. Engine Temperature Warning Light

Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your

This light warns of an overheated engine condi-

Vehicle” for further information.

tion. As engine coolant temperatures rise and the

9. Oil Pressure Warning Light

gauge approaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a

single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.

This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The

Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to

light will come on and remain on when the ignition

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pass H, and a continuous chime will occur until the

switch is turned from the OFF to the ON/RUN position,

engine is allowed to cool or the 4 minutes duration is

and the light will turn off after the engine is started. If the

expired, whichever come first.

bulb does not come on during starting, have the system

checked by an authorized dealer.

If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and

stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also,

If the light comes on and remains on while driving, stop

shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve-

the vehicle and shut off the engine. DO NOT OPERATE

hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to

THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS CORRECTED.

normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for

The light does not show the quantity of oil in the engine.

service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To

This can be determined using the procedure shown in

Do In Emergencies” for further information.

“Maintaining Your Vehicle”.

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11. Brake Warning Light

NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp

cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi-

This light monitors various brake functions,

tions. The vehicle should have service performed, and

including brake fluid level and parking brake

the brake fluid level checked.

application. If the brake light turns on it may

indicate that the parking brake is applied, that

If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is necessary.

the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with

the anti-lock brake system.

WARNING!

The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac-

Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger-

ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic

ous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will

system. Failure of either half of the dual brake system is

take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a

indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on

collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately.

when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has

dropped below a specified level.

Vehicles equipped with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), are also

equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD).

The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.

In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light

will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair

to the ABS system is required.

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To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the

15. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped

Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset

This indicator shows that the Electronic Speed

the oil change indicator system (after performing the

Control System is ON.

scheduled maintenance) perform the following proce-

dure:

16. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset Button

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do

Trip Odometer

not start the engine).

Press and release this button to change the display from

odometer to “Trip A.” Press and release it a second time

2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly 3 times

to change the display to “Trip B.” Press and release it a

within 10 seconds.

third time to change the display back to the odometer.

3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.

To reset the trip odometer, first display the trip mileage

NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you

that you want to reset, “Trip A” or “Trip B.” Then push

start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not

and hold the button (approximately two seconds) until

reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.

the display resets to 0 miles (km). The odometer must be

in Trip Mode to reset the trip odometer.

4. For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle

Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle

Information Center (EVIC)”.

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17. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light

18. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped

This light informs you of a problem with the

This indicator will illuminate when the park

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a

lights or headlights are turned on.

problem is detected, the light will come on

while the engine is running. If the light remains

19. Electronic Stability Control

(ESC) OFF Indicator

lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be

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Light — If Equipped

drivable and not need towing, however see your autho-

rized dealer for service as soon as possible.

This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con-

trol system (ESC) has been turned off by the

If the light is flashing when the engine is running you

driver.

may experience power loss, an elevated/rough idle, and

increased brake pedal effort, and your vehicle may

20. Turn Signal Indicators

require towing. Immediate service is required.

The arrows will flash in unison with the exterior

The light will come on when the ignition switch is first

turn signal, when using the turn signal lever. A

turned on and remain on briefly as a bulb check. This is

chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile

normal. If the light does not come on during starting,

(1.6 km) with either turn signal on.

have the system checked by an authorized dealer.

NOTE: If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for

a defective outside light bulb.

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21. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped

(kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see

your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the

This light will flash rapidly for approximately

problem diagnosed and corrected.

16 seconds when the alarm system is arming.

The light will begin to flash slowly indicating

NOTE:

that the system is armed. The light will stop

• The

“ESC Off Indicator Light” and the

“ESC

flashing when the vehicle is disarmed.

Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on

22. Electronic Stability Control

(ESC) Activation/

momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned

Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped

to ON/RUN.

The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator

• Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the

Light” in the instrument cluster will come on

ESC system will be ON, even if it was turned off

when the ignition switch is turned to the

previously.

ON/RUN position. It should go out with the

• The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking

engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction In-

sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds

dicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine

will stop when ESC becomes inactive following the

running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC

maneuver that caused the ESC activation.

system. If this light remains on after several ignition

cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles

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23. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped

Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi-

nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as

This indicator will illuminate when the front fog

possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving

lights are on.

on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to

24. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light

overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also

reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect

Each tire, including the spare (if provided),

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the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

should be checked monthly when cold and

inflated to the inflation pressure recommended

Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper

by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle

tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to

placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle

maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has

has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the

not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS

vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should

low tire pressure telltale.

determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS

tires.)

malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been

operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is

equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System

combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the

(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when

system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for

one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.

approximately one minute and then remain continuously

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illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse-

CAUTION! (Continued)

quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.

equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera-

When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys-

tion or sensor damage may result when using re-

tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure

placement equipment that is not of the same size,

as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety

type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause

of reasons, including the installation of replacement or

sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can or

alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the

balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a

TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the

TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more

TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result.

tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the

25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS

to continue to function properly.

The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of

an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that

CAUTION!

monitors emissions, engine, and automatic trans-

mission control systems. The light will illuminate when

The TPMS has been optimized for the original

the key is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If

equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and

the bulb does not come on when turning the key from

warning have been established for the tire size

LOCK to ON/RUN, have the condition checked

promptly.

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Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap,

WARNING!

poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the light after

engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light

A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced

stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In

above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal

most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will

operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you

not require towing.

drive slowly or park over flammable substances such

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as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result

CAUTION!

in death or serious injury to the driver, occupants or

others.

Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator

Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine

26. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light — If Equipped

control system. It also could affect fuel economy and

This light monitors the ABS. This light will

driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic

come on when the ignition key is turned to the

converter damage and power loss will soon occur.

ON/RUN position and may stay on for ap-

Immediate service is required.

proximately three seconds.

If the ABS light remains on or comes on during driving,

it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system

is not functioning and that service is required, however,

the conventional brake system will continue to operate

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normally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not

NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the

on.

light turns off.

If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced

CAUTION!

as soon as possible to restore the benefit of Anti-Lock

Brakes.

Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera-

The ABS warning light should be checked frequently to

ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause

assure that it is operating properly. Turn the ignition key

severe transmission damage or transmission failure.

to the on position, but do not start the vehicle. The light

should come on. If the light does not come on, have the

WARNING!

system inspected by an authorized dealer.

If you continue operating the vehicle when the

27. Transmission Temperature Warning Light

— If

Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi-

Equipped

nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in

This light indicates that the transmission fluid

contact with hot engine or exhaust components and

temperature is running hot. This may occur

cause a fire.

with severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this

light turns on while driving, safely pull over

and stop the vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into

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28. High Beam Indicator

MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED

This light indicates that the headlights are on high

The Mini-Trip Computer is located in the instrument

beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer-

cluster and features a driver-interactive trip information

ing wheel to switch the headlights to low beam.

and temperature display.

29. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Dis-

NOTE: The system will display the last known outside

play — If Equipped

temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to

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be driven several minutes before the updated tempera-

This display shows the EVIC messages when the appro-

ture is displayed. Engine temperature can also affect the

priate conditions exist. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-

displayed temperature; therefore, temperature readings

mation Center (EVIC)” for further information.

are not updated when the vehicle is not moving.

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Control Buttons

RESET Button

To reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to the

ON position, then press and hold the RESET button

located on the steering wheel.

The following displays can be reset or changed:

• Trip A

• Trip B

Mini-Trip Control Buttons

STEP Button

Press the STEP button located on the steering wheel to

scroll through sub menus (i.e., Temperature, Trip Func-

tions: Odometer, Trip A, Trip B).

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Trip Odometer (ODO)

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER

(EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED

This display shows the distance traveled since the last

reset. Press and release the STEP button on the instru-

The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-

ment cluster to switch from odometer, to Trip A or Trip B.

tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the

instrument cluster.

Trip A

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Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last

reset.

Trip B

Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last

reset.

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)

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The EVIC consists of the following:

The system allows the driver to select information by

pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering

• Compass Heading Display (N, S, E, W, NE, NW, SE,

wheel:

SW)

• Mileage (Avg/MPG)

• Miles To Empty

• Low Tire Information (Tire Pressure Monitor System

(TPMS) Displays) — if equipped

• Timer

• Units

• System Warnings (Door Ajar, etc.)

• Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)

EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons

• Outside Temperature Display (°F or °C)

• Audio Mode Displays - 12 preset Radio Stations or CD

Title and Track number when playing

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MENU Button

SELECT Button

Press and release the MENU button to advance

Press and release the SELECT Button to accept

the display to each of the EVIC Main Menu

a selection. The SELECT Button also resets

features. Upon reaching the last item in the

various Trip Functions.

Main Menu the EVIC will advance to the first

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)

item in the Main Menu with the next MENU button press

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Displays

and release.

When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays

DOWN Button

the following messages:

Press and release the DOWN button to advance

• Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime

the display through the various Trip Functions

after one mile traveled)

or Personal Settings.

• Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)

COMPASS Button

• Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)

Press and release the COMPASS button to

display the compass heading, the outside tem-

• Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single

perature, and Audio Info (when the radio is on)

chime)

screen when the current screen is not the

• Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)

compass, outside temp, audio info screen.

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• Elapsed Time

Compass Display

• EVIC Units Selection

COMPASS Button

• System Status

The compass heading indicates the direction

the vehicle is facing. Press and release the

• Personal Settings

compass button to display one of eight com-

NOTE: For features in the EVIC that can be reset (Aver-

pass headings, the outside temperature, and

age Fuel Economy and Elapsed Time), the EVIC prompts

audio information (if the radio is on) if the EVIC display

a reset with a SELECT button graphic and the word

is not already displaying this screen.

RESET next to it.

NOTE: The system will display the last known outside

When the SELECT button is pressed, the selected feature

temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to

will reset and RESET ALL will display next to the

be driven several minutes before the updated tempera-

SELECT button graphic. Pressing SELECT a second time

ture is displayed. Engine temperature can also affect the

will reset both Average Fuel Economy and Elapsed Time.

displayed temperature; therefore, temperature readings

After three seconds without pressing SELECT, RESET

are not updated when the vehicle is not moving.

ALL will return to RESET and only the selected feature

will have been reset.

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large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” indi-

cator turns off. The compass will now function nor-

mally.

Compass Variance

Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic

North and Geographic North. To compensate for the

differences, the variance should be set for the zone where

the vehicle is driven, per the zone map. Once properly

set, the compass will automatically compensate for the

differences and provide the most accurate compass head-

ing.

Compass Variance Map

NOTE: Magnetic and battery powered devices, (such as

To Change Compass Variance:

cell phones, iPod’s, radar detectors, PDA’s and laptops)

should be kept away from the top of the instrument

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Leave the

panel. This is where the compass module is located and

shift lever in PARK.

such devices may interfere and cause false compass

2. Press and release the MENU button until “Personal

readings.

Settings” displays in the EVIC.

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