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  • Page 1 DAKOTA 2011 user guiDe...
  • Page 2 The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident and personal injury. Chrysler Group LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road. Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead to a serious accident.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails ..34 Tailgate ....34 Welcome From Chrysler Group LLC ..2 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Weight Ratings) .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WARNING! • Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT...
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light** - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Airbag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Transmission Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - High Beam Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Vehicle Security Indicator* - TOW/HAUL Indicator - Cruise Indicator - 4WD Indicator - 4WD LOW Indicator - Cargo Lamp Indicator Odometer Messages door - Door Ajar LoW tirE - Low Tire Pressure gASCAP - Fuel Cap Fault...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors. •...

  • Page 11: Theft Alarm

    GETTING STARTED THEFT ALARM To Arm • Press the Key Fob LOCK button or the power door lock switch while the door is open. To Disarm • Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button and turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position. SEAT BELT •...

  • Page 12: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbags

    GETTING STARTED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIRBAGS • This vehicle has Advanced Front Airbags for both driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in every type of collision. •...

  • Page 13: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED CHILD RESTRAINTS • Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. •...
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED Tether Straps at the Rear Passenger Seat (Extended Cab) • Route the child restraint tether strap through the routing loop, located directly behind the child restraint. The routing loops are located behind the flip-down door on the cab back panel (padded bolster). •...
  • Page 15 GETTING STARTED Tether Straps at the Rear Passenger Seat (Crew Cab) • Route the child restraint tether strap over the seatback and under the head restraint (for outboard seating position only) and through the anchor strap outer loop (webbing material loop) located directly behind the child restraint. •...

  • Page 16: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • In an accident, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be severely injured or killed.
  • Page 17 GETTING STARTED Lumbar Support/Recliner • Rotate the lumbar knob, located on the left-side of the driver's seat, to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support. • Lean forward slightly, lift the recline lever located on the outboard side of the seat, then push back to the desired position and release the lever.

  • Page 18: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED HEATED SEATS Front Heated Seats • The heated seat switches are located on the center of the instrument panel. • After turning the ignition ON, press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select Low-level heating.

  • Page 19: Tilt Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED TILT STEERING COLUMN • The tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. • Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to unlock the steering column. • With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down as desired.

  • Page 20: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAMS LEVER Turn Signals/Lane Change Assist • Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times and automatically turn off. Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation •...

  • Page 21: Headlight Switch

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE HEADLIGHT SWITCH Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights • Rotate the headlight switch, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel, to the first detent for parking lights and to the second detent for headlights. • With the parking lights or low beam headlights on, push the headlight switch once for fog lights.

  • Page 22: Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL • The speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF switch to activate the Speed Control. • CRUISE will appear in the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on. •...

  • Page 23: Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the recirculation off. • Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. WIND BUFFETING • Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together.

  • Page 24: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES + RSC)
  • Page 25 ELECTRONICS Media Center 230 (Sales Code REQ) NOTE: Your radio may not be equipped with Voice Command or Uconnect™ Phone. To determine if your radio has this feature, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 26 ELECTRONICS Audio Jack • The Audio Jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. •...

  • Page 27: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS • The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right Switch • Press the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SAT.
  • Page 28 ELECTRONICS Phone Pairing NOTE: Pairing is a one-time initial setup before using the phone. You will also need to follow the Bluetooth® instructions in your cell phone user guide to complete the phone pairing setup. • Press the Phone button to begin.
  • Page 29 ELECTRONICS Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle • During a call, press the Voice Command button • (After the BEEP), say “transfer call”. Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Media Center 430N Only) • Music can be streamed from your Bluetooth mobile phone through Uconnect™ Phone and played through the vehicles sound system.

  • Page 30: Uconnect™ Voice Command

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect™ VOICE COMMAND • The Uconnect™ Voice Command system allows you to control your AM, FM radio, satellite radio, disc player, Uconnect™ Phone, a memo recorder, and supported portable media devices. The Voice Command system also provides limited capability to select and play music by artist, song, album, music, genre, or playlist from your compatible iPod®...

  • Page 31: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES • The following features may be programmed using the Key Fob transmitter or the ignition switch and driver's door lock switch. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound.

  • Page 32: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink®)

    ELECTRONICS Flashing Lights With Lock • The turn signal lights flashing when the doors are locked or unlocked feature can be turned on or off. To turn this feature on or off: • Press and hold the UNLOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 6 seconds.
  • Page 33 ELECTRONICS Programming A Rolling Code System • At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “learn” or “programming” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is NOT the button normally used to open and close the door).

  • Page 34: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET • There are two 12 Volt electrical outlets on this vehicle. • The outlet on the front console has power available only when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position. If desired, this outlet can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch in the LOCK position.

  • Page 35: Off-Road Capabilities

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE • When additional traction is required, the transfer case 4WD LOCK and OPERATION 4WD LOW positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to the desired position.

  • Page 36: Utility

    UTILITY ® REAR CRATE 'N GO REAR CARGO AREA STORAGE UTILITY RAILS • There are four adjustable cleats in the pick-up bed that can be used to assist in securing cargo. Each cleat must be located and tightened down in one of the detents along either rail, in order to keep cargo properly secured.

  • Page 37: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    UTILITY Two–Position Tailgate/Upper Load CAUTION! Platform • Care should always be exercised • Your tailgate can be opened to the when operating a vehicle with full-open or the partial-open cargo. Vehicle speeds may need to position. The partial-open position is be reduced.

  • Page 38: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    UTILITY RECREATIONAL TOWING • Repeat the previous step with the transmission in DRIVE. (BEHIND MOTORHOME, • Shut the engine OFF, and place ETC.) the Key Fob in the unlocked OFF position. Two-Wheel Drive Models • Shift automatic transmissions into • Recreational towing of two-wheel PARK.

  • Page 39: Brake/Transmission Interlock System

    UTILITY CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • It is necessary to follow these steps • Internal damage to the transfer to be certain that the transfer case case will occur if a front or rear is fully in NEUTRAL before wheel lift is used when recreational recreational towing to prevent towing.

  • Page 40: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24-HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE - U.S. ONLY • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 41 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style.
  • Page 42 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.

  • Page 43: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Transmission Temperature Warning Light • This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle, with the transmission in NEUTRAL, until the light turns off.

  • Page 44: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on HOT (H), and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately and call for service.
  • Page 45 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Crew Cab® • The scissor jack and tire changing tools are accessed by lifting up the rear passenger seat. • The jack is secured in place by turning the jack screw until the jack is secured into place.
  • Page 46 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions • Remove the spare tire, jack and tools from their stored location. • Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. •...
  • Page 47 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For rear wheels, place the jack under the axle between the u-bolts attaching the spring to the axle. • Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area.
  • Page 48 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. • Remove the lug nuts and wheel. •...

  • Page 49: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • Carefully follow these tire changing procedures to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle. •...
  • Page 50 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK. • Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories. • If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.

  • Page 51: Emergency Tow Hooks

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Battery temperature must be brought above freezing point before attempting a jump-start.

  • Page 52: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

  • Page 53: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 54: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.

  • Page 55: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel. • Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and move the safety latch lever while lifting the hood at the same time.

  • Page 56: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 57 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 58: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fluid, Lubricant, or Component Capacities Genuine Part Engine Coolant 3.7L, 4.7L MOPAR® Antifreeze/ 13.3 Quarts (12.5 Liters) Coolant Five Includes heater and Year/100,000 Mile Formula coolant recovery bottle HOAT (Hybrid Organic filled to MAX level. Additive Technology) or equivalent.
  • Page 59 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Axle SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant MS-8985. Limited-slip rear axles require MOPAR® Limited-Slip Additive — MS-10111 or equivalent. Whenever a fluid change is made, 4 oz (118 ml) should be added to the gear lubricant. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR®...

  • Page 60: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 61: Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 18 Months 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months 48,000 Miles...
  • Page 62 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 63: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Power Distribution Center (fuses) • The Power Distribution Center located on the left side of the engine compartment. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini fuses and relays. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — — Spare — — Spare 30 Amp Pink Electric Brake...
  • Page 64 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow Front Control Module (FCM) 4 (Wipers) — — Spare 30 Amp Green Ignition Run/AC/Windows 30 Amp Pink Front Control Module (FCM) 1 (Ext. Lights # 1) 30 Amp Pink Auto Shut Down (ASD) 30 Amp Pink Front Control Module (FCM) 2 (Ext.
  • Page 65 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • When installing the integrated power module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the integrated power module and possibly result in a electrical system failure.

  • Page 66: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES • Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. • The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information”...

  • Page 67: Exterior Bulbs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EXTERIOR BULBS LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb Number Backup, Tail, Stop, Turn Lamp 3057 Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Fog Lamp - If Equipped PSX24W Front Park/Turn Signal 3157NA Front Side Marker 3157NA Headlamp License Lamp Cargo Lamp...

  • Page 68: Consumer Assistance

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP LLC WARNING! CUSTOMER CENTER Engine exhaust, some of its P.O. Box 21–8004 constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 chemicals known to the State of Phone: 1–866–726–4636 California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 69: Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.c

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE NOTE: A street address is required • To contact NHTSA, you may either when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: NOTE: 1–800–424– 9153), or go to • The Owner's Manual and User Guide http://www.safercar.gov;...

  • Page 70: Mopar Accessories

    ® MOPAR ACCESSORIES • The following highlights just some of the Authentic Ram Truck Accessories by MOPAR® that have been engineered to customize your Dakota. • To see the full line of accessories, stop by your dealer or visit MOPAR.com.

  • Page 71: Index

    INDEX Air Conditioning ... . 21 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Airbag ....10 Light .
  • Page 72 INDEX Lights Steering Engine Temperature Warning . . . 39 Tilt Column ... . . 17 Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ..40 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ..25 Transmission Warning .
  • Page 73 NOTES...
  • Page 74 NOTES...
  • Page 75 Driving and Alcohol: Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.
  • Page 76 This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new RAM and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals,...

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