Dodge 2005 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 .............................................105
5STARTING AND DRIVING ...................................................143
6FOR PLEASANT DRIVING ...................................................207
7VEHICLE CARE.............................................................251
8EMERGENCIES .............................................................261
9MAINTENANCE ...........................................................309
10 SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................371
11 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE .......................................379
12 INDEX ...................................................................389
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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. 108
2. Ignition switch →p. 151
3. Supplemental restraint system-air bag
(For driver’s seat) →p. 89
Horn switch →p. 134
4. Hazard warning flasher switch →p. 126
5. Windshield wiper and washer switch →p. 128
6. Vents →p. 237
7. Supplemental restraint system-air bag
(For front passenger’s seat) →p. 89
8. Audio →p. 221
9. Rear window defroster switch →p. 127
10. Air conditioning →p. 238
11. Fog light switch (if so equipped) →p. 125
12. Hood release lever →p. 42
13. Instrument panel light dimmer control →p. 127
14. Combination headlight, dimmer and turn-signal
lever →p. 122
15. Cruise control lever →p. 115
16. Accessory socket →p. 213
17. Parking brake lever →p. 171
18. Gearshift or selector lever →p. 155, 160
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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. 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. 42
2. 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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Trunk Area 1. Inside emergency trunk release handle →p. 37
2. Trunk light →p. 305
3. Jack →p. 267
4. Spare tire →p. 267
5. Tools →p. 266
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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 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. 115
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. 119
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. 116
Oil pressure warning light
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