Dodge 18693 Stratus Coupe User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
1INTRODUCTION .............................................................3
2LOCKING AND UNLOCKING..................................................21
3SEATS, SEAT BELTS, CHILD RESTRAINTS AND AIR BAGS..........................55
4INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS .............................................103
5STARTING AND DRIVING ...................................................141
6FOR PLEASANT DRIVING ...................................................205
7VEHICLE CARE.............................................................251
8EMERGENCIES .............................................................261
9MAINTENANCE ...........................................................309
10 SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................363
11 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE .......................................371
12 INDEX ...................................................................381
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
mIntroduction ...........................4
mHow To Use This Manual .................4
mWarnings, Cautions And Notes .............5
mVehicle Identification Number ..............5
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INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your manufac-
turers dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-
trained technicians and genuine Mopartparts, and is
interested in your satisfaction.
This manual includes instructions for standard and op-
tional equipment available at the time this manual was
printed. The manufacturer reserves the right to make
changes in design and specifications and to make addi-
tions or improvements in its product without imposing
any obligations upon itself to install them on previously
manufactured products.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
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WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES
This manual contains WARNINGS against operating
procedures which could result in an accident or bodily
injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures
which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire manual you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. Notes
are provided as helpful information.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on a
stamped plate located on the driver’s front corner of the
instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This
number also appears on the vehicle registration or title.
WARNING!
This product contains or emits chemicals known to
the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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Overview - Instruments and controls
1. Instrument cluster →p. 106
2. Ignition switch →p. 147
3. Supplemental restraint system-air bag
(For driver’s seat) →p. 89
Horn switch →p. 132
4. Hazard warning flasher switch →p. 123
5. Windshield wiper and washer switch →p. 126
6. Vents →p. 233
7. Supplemental restraint system-air bag
(For front passenger’s seat) →p. 89
8. Audio
9. Rear window defroster switch →p. 125
10. Air conditioning →p. 234
11. Fog light switch (if so equipped) →p. 123
12. Hood release lever →p. 41
13. Instrument panel light dimmer control →p. 124
14. Combination headlight, dimmer and turn-signal
lever →p. 119
15. Cruise control lever →p. 113
16. Accessory socket →p. 209
17. Parking brake lever →p. 167
18. Gearshift or selector lever →p. 151, 156
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Interior
1. Seat belt →p. 68
Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor (for front
seats) →p. 73
2. Remote trunk lid release →p. 37
3. Power window switch →p. 43
4. Window lock switch →p. 45
5. Electric remote-controlled outside mirror
switch →p. 186
6. Power door lock switch →p. 34
7. Sun visor →p. 207
8. Sunroof switch (for vehicles with sunroof) →p. 46
Dome light (for vehicles without sunroof) →p. 129
9. Inside day/night rearview mirror →p. 175
Electrochromic inside rearview mirror (if so equipped)
→p. 176
Dome light (for vehicles with sunroof)
10. Vanity mirror →p. 208
11. Glove compartment →p. 212
12. Cup holder (for rear seat) →p. 210
13. Rear seat →p. 66
14. Center console with lid →p. 213
15. Supplemental restraint system-side air bag →p. 89
(for front seats, if so equipped)
16. Cup holder (for front seats) →p. 210
17. Front seat
18. Ash receptacle receiver.
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Outside
1. Engine compartment →p. 257
Engine hood →p. 41
2. Windshield wiper and washer →p. 126
3. Sunroof (if so equipped) →p. 46
4. Outside rear-view mirrors →p. 186
5. Whip antenna →p. 217
6. Front turn signal lights and parking lights
→p. 119, 295
7. Fog lights (if so equipped) →p. 120
8. Headlights →p. 119, 292
9. Front side marker lights →p. 298
10. Tire inflation pressure →p. 332
Changing tires →p. 268
Tire rotation →p. 336
Tire chains →p. 337
Wheel covers (if so equipped) →p. 266
11. Locking and unlocking →p. 26
Keyless entry system →p. 29
12. High-mounted stop lights →p. 300
13. Trunk lid →p. 35
14. License plate lights →p. 300
15. Back up lights →p. 291
16. Stop and tail lights →p. 291
17. Rear turn signal lights →p. 291
18. Rear side-marker lights →p. 291
19. Fuel filler →p. 39
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Trunk Area 1. Inside emergency trunk release handle →p. 37
2. Trunk light →p. 303
3. Jack →p. 265
4. Spare tire →p. 265
5. Tools →p. 264
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QUICK INDEX
If this warning light comes on…
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 113.
·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. 113
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. 117
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. 114
Oil pressure warning light
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