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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Avenger & Sebring Coupe -> A/C System Diagnosis & Testing -> Compressor Terminal Inspection -> Performance Test -> Sight Glass Refrigerant Level Test -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Avenger ES 2.5 V6 GAS

Troubleshooting

Refer to Fig. for system troubleshooting procedures.

Performance Test

Ambient temperature should be at least 70°F when performing this test.

Connect manifold gauge set and tachometer.
Set A/C controls to Max A/C, temperature lever to cool, and blower on High.
Start engine and adjust speed to 1000 RPM with compressor clutch engaged.
Engine should be warmed to operating temperature, then close doors and windows.
Place thermometer in left center A/C air outlet. Run engine, for 20 minute...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Avenger 2.0 L4 GAS

Refer to "Troubleshooting" in "Disc Brak... "

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

DaimlerChrysler/AMC/Eagle Passenger Cars -> Component Locations -> 1995-00 Avenger & Sebring Coupe
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Avenger ES 2.0 L4 GAS

Refe...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Avenger ES 2.5 V6 GAS

Raise and support vehicle.
Remove tire and wheel assembly.
Remove driveshaft nut, Fig. .
Disconnect tie rod end.
Disconnect stabilizer link.
Remove damper fork.
Disconnect lateral lower arm.
Disconnect compression lower arm.
Remove harness clip.
Remove driveshaft to transaxle bolt.
Tap center bearing bracket lightly with plastic hammer to remove drive shaft and inner shaft from transaxle.
Insert p...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Avenger 2.0 L4 GAS

Disconnect battery ground cable.
Remove alternator drive belt.
Disconnect alternator electrical connector.
Remove alterna...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Cars -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Lamp -> Avenger Coupe, Talon, Sebring Coupe & Stratus Coupe
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Avenger ES 2.5 V6 GAS

This lamp should light for a few seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb and system inspection. If the lamp remains lit or lights while operating the vehicle, a fault condition in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. When the lamp is lit, turn ignition Off, then start the engine again. If the lamp still remains lit, the anti-lock brake system should be serviced. The brake system will remain functional, but without the anti-lock function. After servicing the anti-lock brake system, the lamp can be reset by connecting a suitable sca...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Avenger ES 2.0 L4 GAS

Lower

Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
Reposition hose clamp from radiator using hose clamp pliers.
Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
Reposition hose clamp from water inlet pipe using hose clamp pliers.
Remove radiator outlet hose from water pipe and from vehicle.
Reverse procedure to...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Avenger ES 2.5 V6 GAS

To remove or install air conditioning compressor and alternator drive belt, loosen idler pulley lock bolt, then turn adjusting screw to move idler pulley.
T...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Relay Locations Diagram for 1996 Dodge Avenger ES 2.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:

A/C Compressor Clutch Relay

Taillight Relay

Radiator Fan Relay

Starter Relay

Power Window Relay

Sensor Locations (Locator Symbols A Through C) Diagram for 1996 Dodge Avenger ES 2.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:

MAP Sensor

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

Crankshaft Position Sensor

Intake Air Temperature Sensor

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

1996 Dodge Avenger ES 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Blower Switch

Blower Motor

Blower Motor Relay

Blower Resistor

1996 Dodge Avenger ES 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Transaxle Range Switch

Back-Up Light- Right Side

Back-Up Light- Left Side

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

Document: CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHOR INSTALLATION - REV
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Avenger 2.0 L4 GAS

Auto Systems:

Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags

Document: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE - REVISED
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Avenger 2.0 L4 GAS

Auto Systems:

Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter

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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
Minimum brake lining thickness.
Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1996 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1996 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Final drive fill & drain plug torques
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1996 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

Airflow sensor electrical specifications
Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
Barometric pressure sensor specs
Battery group number and cranking performance
Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
Engine compression pressures
Coolant temperature sensor specs
Computer advance.
Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
Distributor advance specifications
Ignition pickup coil resistance
Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
Engine fastener torque values
Firing order diagrams
Fuel system pressures
Generator (alternator) specs
Intake air temperature sensor specs
Ignition coil specifications
Fuel injector resistance
Engine idle speeds
Knock sensor resistance
Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
Mixture control solenoid resistance
Voltage regulator specs
Spark plug applications & gaps
Starter motor electrical specs.
Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
Throttle position sensor specs
Vacuum sensor valve specs

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