Dodge avenger 2013, Owner'S Manual

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NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
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Check engine oil level
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Check windshield washer fluid level
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Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
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Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission as
needed
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Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals .
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
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Change oil and filter
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Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before the
oil indicator system turns on.
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Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
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Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick
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Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake
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Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses
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Inspect exhaust system
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Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions
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