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Dodge 2005 Dakota Owner's Manual (392 pages)

Dodge 2005 Dakota Automobile Owner's Manual

Brand: Dodge | Category: Automobile | Size: 25 MB

Introduction
1
Table of Contents
3
Introduction
4
How to Use this Manual
4
Warnings and Cautions
5
Vehicle Identification Number
5
Vehicle Modifications / Alterations
6
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the
9
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
9
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 7
10
A Word about Your Keys
10
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
10
Sentry Key - if Equipped
11
Ignition and Steering Lock
13
Manual Transmissions
13
Automatic Transmissions
14
Illuminated Entry
15
Vehicles Equipped with Power Door Locks
15
Door Locks
16
Manual Door Locks
16
Power Door Locks
17
Child Protection Door Lock
20
Remote Keyless Entry
21
To Unlock the Doors
22
To Lock the Doors
22
Using the Panic Alarm
24
General Information
24
Programming Additional Transmitters
25
Battery Replacement
26
Security Alarm System - if Equipped
27
To Set the Alarm
27
To Disarm the System
28
Windows
29
Power Windows
29
Auto down
30
Window Lockout Switch
30
Sliding Rear Window
31
Wind Buffeting
31
Occupant Restraints
31
Lap/Shoulder Belts
32
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
37
Automatic Locking Mode (if Equipped)
38
Center Lap Belts
38
Seat Belt Pretensioners
38
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert)
39
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
40
Seat Belt Extender
40
Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-Airbags
41
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch - if Equipped
55
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
57
Child Restraint
59
Engine Break-In Recommendations
72
Safety Tips
73
Exhaust System
73
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
74
Vehicle
74
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
77
Mirrors
81
Inside Day/Night Mirror
81
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
82
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
82
Outside Mirrors
82
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature - if Equipped
82
Electric Remote-Control Mirrors
83
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped
84
Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - if Equipped
84
Operation
86
Phone Call Features
92
Uconnect™ System Features
95
Advanced Phone Connectivity
99
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect™ System
101
Seats
107
Manual Seat Adjustment
107
Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners
108
Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment - if Equipped
109
Adjustable Head Restraints - Front Seating Positions
109
Way Power Seat Adjuster - Driver's Side Only
110
Club Cab/Quad Cab Rear Seat
112
Heated Seats - if Equipped
112
To Open and Close the Hood
112
Lights
114
Interior Lights
114
Battery Saver
115
Headlamp Delay
116
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights
116
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
117
Lights-On Reminder
117
Fog Lights - if Equipped
117
Cargo Light - if Equipped
118
Multifunction Control Lever
118
Turn Signals
118
Passing Light
119
High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch
119
Windshield Wipers
120
Windshield Washers
121
Tilt Steering Column
122
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
123
To Activate
123
To Set at a Desired Speed
123
To Deactivate
123
To Resume Speed
124
To Vary the Speed Setting
124
To Accelerate for Passing
125
Overhead Console
126
Courtesy/Reading Lights
127
Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer
127
US/M Button
127
Reset Button
128
Global Reset
128
Step Button
129
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)
129
Distance to Empty (DTE)
129
Trip Odometer (ODO)
130
Elapsed Time (ET)
130
C/T Button
130
Compass/Temperature Display
131
Automatic Compass Calibration
131
Manual Compass Calibration
131
To Put into a Calibration Mode
132
Outside Temperature
133
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
133
Programming Homelink
134
Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
137
Using Homelink
138
Erasing Homelink Buttons
138
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
138
Security
139
Electrical Power Outlets
139
Electrical Outlet Use with Engine off (Battery Fed Configuration)
140
Floor Console - if Equipped
141
Floor Console Features
141
Center Storage Compartment - if Equipped
142
Cup Holders
143
Tailgate
143
Slide-In Campers
144
Camper Applications
144
General Information
145
Carbon Monoxide Warning Vehicles Equipped with a Cap or Slide-In Campers
145
Instrument Panel and Controls
147
Instruments and Controls
150
Instrument Cluster
151
Instrument Cluster Description
152
Radio Reception Information
159
AM Reception
159
FM Reception
159
Electronic Digital Clock
160
Clock Setting Procedure
160
Sales Code REF - AM/FM/CD (Single Disc) Radio with Optional Hands Free Phone Capability
161
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
161
Operation Instructions - CD Mode
164
Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone - if Equipped
166
Sales Code RAQ - AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, and Video Capabilities
166
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
166
Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)
170
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)
172
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
174
Operation Instructions
176
MP3 Audio Play)
176
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
176
Satellite Radio - if Equipped
178
System Activation
179
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
179
Selecting Satellite Mode in REF Radios
180
Selecting Satellite Mode in RAQ Radios
180
Selecting a Channel
180
Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels
181
Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if Equipped)
181
PTY Button Scan
181
PTY Button Seek
181
Satellite Antenna
181
Reception Quality
182
Remote Sound System Controls - if Equipped
182
Radio Operation
183
CD Player
183
Compact Disc Maintenance
183
Radio Operation and Cellular Phones
184
Climate Controls
184
Air Conditioning and Heater
185
Operating Tips
188
Operation Tips Chart
190
Rear Window Defroster - if Equipped
191
Starting and Operating
193
Starting Procedures
196
Manual Transmission
196
Automatic Transmission
196
Normal Starting
197
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
198
Automatic Transmission
199
Four-Wheel Drive Operation
206
NV 233 Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions
206
Shifting Procedure - NV233 Transfer Case
210
NV244 Transfer Case Operating Information / Precautions
212
Shifting Procedure - NV244 Transfer Case
216
Limited-Slip Rear Axle Differential- if Equipped
218
Parking Brake
219
Brake System
221
Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - (if Equipped)
221
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - if Equipped
222
Power Steering
223
Rocking the Vehicle
224
Tire Safety Information
224
Tire Markings
224
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
228
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
229
Tires-General Information
233
Tire Pressure
233
Tire Inflation Pressures
234
Radial-Ply Tires
236
Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped
237
Limited Use Spare - if Equipped
238
Tire Spinning
238
Tread Wear Indicators
239
Replacement Tires
240
Alignment and Balance
241
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information
241
Tire Chains
242
Snow Tires
243
Tire Rotation Recommendations
244
Fuel Requirements
245
Reformulated Gasoline
246
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
246
MMT in Gasoline
246
Materials Added to Fuel
247
Adding Fuel
247
Fuel System Cautions
249
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
250
Catalytic Converter
251
Vehicle Loading
252
Certification Label
252
Curb Weight
254
Loading
254
Trailer Towing
256
Definitions
256
Gross Combination Weight Rating (Gcwr)
256
Trailer and Tongue Weight
258
Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (GCWR)
259
Trailer Towing-Hitches
259
Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
260
Trailer Towing Requirements
260
Trailer Tow Wiring
261
Cooling System Tips-Trailer Towing
262
Snowplow
263
Dodge Dakota Models
263
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
264
Recreational Towing 2WD Models
264
Recreational Towing 4WD Models
265
Traction
269
Equipment Identification Plate
269
What to Do in Emergencies
271
Hazard Warning Flasher
272
Adding Fuel
273
Changing a Flat Tire
274
Jack Location
274
Removing the Spare Tire
276
Tire Changing Procedure
278
Jump Starting
283
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped
286
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
287
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
287
Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles
287
Maintaining Your Vehicle
289
Maintaining Your Vehicle
292
Engine Compartment 3.7L V6
292
Engine Compartment 4.7L/4.7HO V-8
293
Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II
294
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
295
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
295
Replacement Parts
297
Dealer Service
297
Maintenance Procedures
298
Engine Oil
298
Engine Oil Filter
302
Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tensioner
302
Spark Plugs
303
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
303
Engine Fuel Filter
304
Catalytic Converter
304
Maintenance-Free Battery
306
Air Conditioner Maintenance
307
Power Steering - Fluid Check
308
Front Suspension Ball Joints
309
Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints
309
Body Lubrication
309
Windshield Wiper Blades
310
Windshield Washers
310
Exhaust System
311
Cooling System
312
Emission Related Components
316
Brake System
318
Clutch Hydraulic System
319
Manual Transmission
320
Automatic Transmission
320
Transfer Case
323
Axles
323
Selection of Lubricating Grease
324
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
325
Power Distribution Center (Fuse/Relay)
328
Vehicle Storage
329
Replacement Light Bulbs
330
Bulb Replacement
330
Headlamps
330
Front Park and Turn Signal Lamp
334
Rear Side Marker, Taillamps/Stoplamp, and Turn Signal Bulbs - Replacement
336
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp and Cargo Lamp
338
License Lamps
341
Fog Lamps
342
Fluids and Capacities
343
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
344
Engine
344
Chassis
345
Maintenance Schedules
347
Emission Control System Maintenance
348
Emissions Testing
348
Maintenance Schedules
349
Schedule "B
352
Schedule "A
362
If You Need Consumer Assistance
367
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
368
Prepare for the Appointment
368
Prepare a List
368
Be Reasonable with Requests
368
If You Need Assistance
368
Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)
370
Mopar Parts
372
Reporting Safety Defects
372
In Canada
372
Publication Order Forms
373

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