Target Audience:
Owners and technicians seeking to perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on the 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Value Proposition:
Provides factory-level information, detailed procedures, and extensive troubleshooting capabilities, offering significant cost savings over dealership service.
Instruction Format:
Numbered instructions, detailed substeps, notes, cautions, and warnings for clarity and safety.
Visual Guidance:
Extensive use of illustrations, drawings, photos, and enlarged insets to identify and examine parts and procedures.
Navigation:
Numbered table of contents for quick information retrieval.
Engine Service Repair:
Comprehensive engine diagnostics, maintenance, repair, and rebuilding procedures for all applicable engine variants.
Transmission Service Repair:
Detailed repair and maintenance for both automatic and manual transmissions, including fluid changes, component replacement, and diagnostic procedures.
Brake System:
Coverage of hydraulic and electronic brake systems, including ABS, component testing, replacement, and bleeding procedures.
Wiring Diagram:
Detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems, crucial for troubleshooting electrical faults.
Electrical System:
In-depth coverage of all electrical components, circuits, fuses, relays, and diagnostic procedures for the entire vehicle.
Suspension:
Repair and maintenance of front and rear suspension components, alignment specifications, and troubleshooting.
Periodic Lubrication:
Recommendations and procedures for lubrication of all moving parts, chassis components, and fluid changes.
Steering:
Diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of the steering system, including power steering and steering column components.
Cooling System:
Procedures for radiator, thermostat, water pump, fan, and coolant maintenance and repair.
Fuel Injection Fuel System:
Detailed information on fuel pumps, injectors, lines, tank, and emission control related to the fuel system.
Emission System:
Diagnostics and repair of emissions control devices, including catalytic converters, oxygen sensors, and EVAP systems.
Heater Air Conditional:
Maintenance and repair of the HVAC system, including refrigerant handling, component replacement, and diagnostics.
Engine Control System:
Information on the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), sensors, actuators, and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).
Chassis Body:
Repair and maintenance of the vehicle's chassis and body structure, including frame straightening and panel replacement.
Restraint System:
Coverage of airbags, seatbelts, and related safety systems, including diagnostic and replacement procedures.
Interior:
Procedures for interior trim, seats, dashboard, and related components.
Differential Drive:
Maintenance and repair of front-wheel drive components, including differential and drive axles.
Axle:
Detailed information on drive axle components, bearings, and seals.
General Maintenance:
Routine maintenance tasks such as fluid checks, filter replacements, and general inspection.
Troubleshooting:
Advanced troubleshooting guide with diagnostic procedures and common problem solutions.
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step repair instructions for virtually all vehicle components and systems.
Rebuild Procedures:
Detailed instructions for rebuilding major components like engines and transmissions.
Diagnostic Procedures:
Methodical approaches to diagnosing vehicle issues, including the use of diagnostic tools.
Depth Of Information:
Comprehensive, factory-level technical detail suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIY enthusiasts.
Illustrations Diagrams:
Includes all necessary illustrations, diagrams, and photos to guide repair procedures.
Standard Transmission 2.4L:
6-speed manual (Getrag DPS6 - availability may vary by market/trim)
Optional Transmission 2.4L:
CVT2 (Continuously Variable Transmission)
Optional Transmission 3.5L:
6-speed automatic (62TE)
Transmission Fluid 2.4L Cvt:
Specific CVT fluid required; consult manual for exact specification (e.g., Mopar CVTF or equivalent)
Transmission Fluid 3.5L 62Te:
ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid)
NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Driver:
Good
NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Passenger:
Good
NHTSA Side Impact Crash Test Driver:
Good
NHTSA Side Impact Crash Test Passenger:
Good
IIHS Moderate Overlap Frontal Offset:
Good
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Available Traction Control System (TCS)
Electronic Stability Control:
Available Electronic Stability Control (ESC), often referred to as 'ESC with Traction Control'
Airbags Front:
Standard advanced multistage front airbags
Airbags Side:
Available front seat-mounted side airbags and available full-length side curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
Three-point seat belts with pretensioners for all seating positions
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 6,000 to 10,000 miles (9,600 to 16,000 km) or 6 to 12 months, depending on oil type (conventional vs. synthetic) and driving conditions. Consult manual for specifics.
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Recommended every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or as needed based on driving environment. Consult manual.
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Recommended every 15,000 to 30,000 miles (24,000 to 48,000 km). Consult manual.
Spark Plug Replacement 2.4L:
Typically at 100,000 miles (160,000 km) with long-life spark plugs. Consult manual for exact type and interval.
Spark Plug Replacement 3.5L:
Typically at 100,000 miles (160,000 km) with long-life spark plugs. Consult manual for exact type and interval.
Engine Oil Spec 2.4L:
SAE 0W-20 Synthetic recommended; consult manual for exact API service classification (e.g., API SN or higher).
Engine Oil Spec 3.5L:
SAE 5W-20 recommended; consult manual for exact API service classification (e.g., API SN or higher).
Coolant Type:
Mopar OAT (Organic Additive Technology) Antifreeze/Coolant, HOAT (Hybrid OAT) may be acceptable. Use specific color (e.g., orange) for the 2009 model year. Check manual for precise specification.
Common Issue Cvt:
Some CVT models experienced issues with belt slippage, juddering, or premature failure. Proper fluid maintenance is critical.
Common Issue Engine Mounts:
Premature wear or failure of engine mounts, leading to vibration and noise, particularly in the 2.4L engine.
Common Issue Suspension Components:
Wear in ball joints, tie rod ends, and control arm bushings can occur over time, affecting steering and ride quality.