Dodge 2007 Dakota Owner's Manual page 352

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352 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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At Each Stop for Fuel
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• Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
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warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
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A the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
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racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
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level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
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• Check the windshield washer solvent and add, if
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E Once a Month
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• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
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damage.
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• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
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as required.
• Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect the brake hoses.
• Inspect the CV joints (if equipped) and front suspen-
sion components.
• Check the automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped).
• Check the manual transmission fluid level (if
equipped).
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.