Dodge Stratus Coupe (2005 year). Manual

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 Mopar

t parts, 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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If this warning light comes on…

Warning light

Do this

Ref. page

Charging system warning light

·Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine.

Check the alternator belt.

If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains

on when the ignition key is turned back on, call an

authorized dealer for assistance.

P. 116

“N” indicator light in the

instrument cluster flashes rapidly

(twice per second)

·Park the vehicle in a safe place.

Idle the engine until the warning light goes off. If the

light does not go off, have your vehicle inspected at an

authorized dealer.

P. 163

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If this warning light comes on…

Warning light

Do this

Ref. page

·Have the vehicle inspected at an authorized dealer as

soon as possible.

P. 163

“N” indicator light in the

instruemnt cluster flashes slowly

(once per second)

·Your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need

towing, have the engine system checked at an authorized

dealer as soon as possible.
If the vehicle is not drivable, contact Emergency

Roadside Service (ERS), authorized dealer, or local

towing company for assistance.

P. 117

Malfunction indicator light

(“SERVICE ENGINE SOON”)

SRS

·Have the air bag system checked at an authorized dealer.

P. 118

Air bag warning light

·It is not necessary to stop the vehicle immediately but we

recommend that you have the system checked at an

authorized dealer as soon as possilble.

P. 121

Traction control system warning light

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If you hear the sound…

Sound

Do this

Ref. page

If you hear a chime constantly when

the driver’s door is opened.

“Key reminder chime”

A chime will sound if the driver’s door is opened while

the ignition key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position.

Remove the key to stop the chime.

“Headlight reminder chime”

A chime will sound if the driver’s door is opened when

the ignition key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position or

removed from the ignition switch with the lights on.

If the driver’s door is closed, the chime will stop

P. 27, 152

P. 123

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If you hear the sound…

Sound

Do this

Ref. page

If you hear a metallic sound (squeal)

when you depress the brake pedal

while driving.

“Brake pad wear alarm”

The brake pads have worn down near the serviceable

limit.

Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized dealer.

P. 174

If you hear a chime from the engine

compartment continuously while the

engine is on.

“Brake system (hydraulic brake booster) warning chime
(Vehicle with anti-lock braking system)”

The brake circuit may not be operating correctly.

If this chime does not stop after a few minutes, carefully

stop the vehicle in a safe location and contact your nearest

authorized dealer.

P. 119

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If you hear the sound…

Sound

Warning light

Do this

Ref. page

If you hear a

chime while

the engine is

on, see the

warning light

in the

instrument

cluster.

“Seat belt reminder/warning chime”

If the driver’s seat belt remains unfastened 1 minute later, the

chime will sound intermittently (12 times) when the vehicle is

driven. If the driver’s seat belt subsequently remains unfastened

while the vehicle is being driven, the chime will sound as a

warning each time the vehicle stops and starts.

P. 120

“Low-fuel warning chime ”

Fuel is low. Add fuel as soon as possible.

P. 41, 115

“Washer fluid level chime”

The windshield washer level is low. Add fluid.

P. 121

“Door-ajar warning chime”

Door is not properly shut.

If you shut the door, the chime will stop.

P. 27, 114

“Trunk-ajar warning chime”

Trunk is not properly shut.

If you shut the trunk, the chime will stop.

P. 36

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If this problem occurs…

Problem

Do this

Ref. Page

Cannot turn the key

(1)“LOCK” to “ACC”

Turn the key while slightly turning the steering wheel

right and left.

(2)”ACC” to “LOCK”

Vehicle with automatic transaxle

Check the position of gear selector lever.

The key cannot be removed unless the gear selector

lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position.

Vehicle with manual transaxle

Place the key at the ‘‘ACC’’ position. Push the key in

and turn it.

P. 153

Cannot shift the gear selector lever

from the “P” (PARK) position

Shift the gear selector lever while depressing the brake

pedal. Check if the ignition key is in the “ON” position.

P. 156, 161

The windows are fogged up.

1.Set the heater/air conditioning mode selection dial to

the “

” or “

” position.

2.Turn on the blower.

P. 246

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If this problem occurs…

Problem

Do this

Ref. page

The engine does not start.

The lights do not come on or dim.

The horn does not honk or weak sound.

The battery may have a weak charge.

P. 280

The engine coolant temperature gauge

indicator enters the “H” (hot) position.

Steam comes out of the engine

compartment.

The engine is overheated.

Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe place.

If necessary call for roadside assistance.

P. 279

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If this problem occurs…

Problem

Do this

Ref. page

The vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, or

snow.

1. Carefully rock the vehicle by shifting the transmission

from low to reverse.

WARNING

1.When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck

position, be sure that no one is near the vehicle. The

rocking motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly lurch

forward or backward, and injure bystanders.

2.Avoid racing the engine or spinning the wheels.

Prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle may result in

overheating and transaxle failure.

If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking

attempts, have a towing service pull the vehicle out.

P. 263

The brakes are not functioning

properly after crossing a puddle or

stream.

Dry out the brakes by driving slowly while lightly

depressing the brake pedal.

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If this problem occurs…

Problem

Do this

Ref. page

The automatic transaxle does not shift

when accelerating and/or the vehicle

does not easily begin to move.

There may be a problem in the automatic transaxle.

Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized dealer.

1.Vehicles with automatic transaxle

Shift the lever into “2” (SECOND) position when

starting the vehicle. If the vehicle is on a level road, shift

the lever back to “D” (DRIVE) position.

2.Vehicles with Autostick automatic transaxle

Shift the lever into 2nd gear of the Autostick mode

when starting the vehicle. If the vehicle is on a level

road, shift the lever back to “D” (DRIVE) position.

(These methods may or may not work depending on the

contents of malfunction.)

P. 160, 168

A tire is punctured.

1.Park the vehicle in a safe place where the surface is flat

and level.

2.Replace the flat tire with the spare tire.

P. 270

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Dodge Stratus Coupe (2005 year). Manual - part 1