Just about everyone who drives a vehicle uses the radio. The stereo system can be used to listen to music, talk radio, podcasts, or talk to someone on the phone. However, sometimes the stereo system has issues and needs to be reset. Below are the directions for resetting the stereo system on a Dodge Avenger.
2008 – 2014 Models
Fuses
- Open the hood. The fuse box is on the right-hand side.
- Push the clips on both sides of the fuse box lid.
- Lift the lid off the fuse box. The lid has a diagram to help you identify which fuse you need to check.
- Check fuses 19 and 20.
- If the fuses are burnt, replace them with new ones.
- Replace the lid, securing it with the clips on the fuse box.
Hard Reset
- Open the hood of the vehicle.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable from the terminal with a socket wrench. Make sure the cable is not touching the battery or terminal.
- Disconnect the positive terminal. Do not let it touch the terminal.
- Let the car sit for 3-5 minutes.
- Reconnect the cables to the battery again.
1995 – 2000 Models
Hard Reset
- Open the hood of the vehicle.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable from the terminal with a socket wrench. Make sure the cable is not touching the battery or terminal.
- Disconnect the positive terminal. Do not let it touch the terminal.
- Let the car sit for 3-5 minutes.
- Reconnect the cables to the battery again.
Note: Doing this will erase any saved radio stations or paired phones. You will need to reset the stations and pair phones again when starting the car.