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Dodge 2006 ND Dakota Owner's Manual (408 pages)

Dodge 2006 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 Immobilizer - if Equipped
10
Replacement Keys
11
Ignition and Steering Lock
13
Manual Transmissions
13
Automatic Transmissions
13
Illuminated Entry
14
Vehicles Equipped with Power Door Locks
14
Door Locks
15
Manual Door Locks
15
Power Door Locks
16
Child Protection Door Lock
19
Remote Keyless Entry
20
To Unlock the Doors
21
To Lock the Doors
21
Using the Panic Alarm
23
General Information
23
Programming Additional Transmitters
24
Battery Replacement
25
Security Alarm System - if Equipped
26
To Set the Alarm
26
To Disarm the System
27
Windows
28
Power Windows
28
Auto down
29
Window Lockout Switch
29
Sliding Rear Window
30
Wind Buffeting
30
Occupant Restraints
30
Lap/Shoulder Belts
31
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
36
Automatic Locking Mode (if Equipped)
37
Center Lap Belts
37
Seat Belt Pretensioners
37
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert)
38
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
39
Seat Belt Extender
39
Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-Airbags
40
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch - if Equipped
54
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
55
Child Restraint
57
Engine Break-In Recommendations
70
Safety Tips
71
Exhaust System
71
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
72
Vehicle
72
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
75
Mirrors
79
Inside Day/Night Mirror
79
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
79
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
80
Outside Mirrors
80
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature - if Equipped
80
Electric Remote-Control Mirrors
81
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped
82
Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - if Equipped
82
Operations
84
Phone Call Features
91
Uconnect™ System Features
93
Advanced Phone Connectivity
98
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect™ System
100
Seats
105
Manual Seat Adjustment
105
Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners
106
Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment - if Equipped
107
Adjustable Head Restraints - Front Seating Positions
107
Way Power Seat Adjuster - Driver's Side Only
108
Club Cab/Quad Cab Rear Seat
110
Heated Seats - if Equipped
110
To Open and Close the Hood
111
Lights
113
Interior Lights
113
Battery Saver
114
Headlamp Delay
115
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights
115
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
116
Lights-On Reminder
116
Fog Lights - if Equipped
116
Cargo Light - if Equipped
117
Multifunction Control Lever
117
Turn Signals
117
Passing Light
118
High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch
118
Windshield Wipers
119
Windshield Washers
120
Tilt Steering Column
120
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
121
To Activate
121
To Set at a Desired Speed
122
To Deactivate
122
To Resume Speed
122
To Vary the Speed Setting
123
To Accelerate for Passing
124
Overhead Console
125
Courtesy/Reading Lights
125
Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer
126
US/M Button
126
Reset Button
126
Global Reset
127
Step Button
127
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)
128
Distance to Empty (DTE)
128
Trip Odometer (ODO)
128
Elapsed Time (ET)
128
C/T Button
129
Compass/Temperature Display
129
Automatic Compass Calibration
129
Manual Compass Calibration
130
To Put into a Calibration Mode
130
Outside Temperature
131
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
132
Programming Homelink
133
Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
135
Using Homelink
136
Erasing Homelink Buttons
136
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
137
Security
137
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
138
Express Open Feature
139
Sunroof Maintenance
140
Electrical Power Outlets
140
Electrical Outlet Use with Engine off (Battery Fed Configuration)
141
Floor Console - if Equipped
142
Floor Console Features
142
Center Storage Compartment - if Equipped
143
Cup Holders
144
Tailgate Removal
145
Slide-In Campers
145
Camper Applications
145
General Information
146
Carbon Monoxide Warning Vehicles Equipped with a Cap or Slide-In Campers
146
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
159
Clock Setting Procedure
160
Sales Code REF - AM/FM/CD (Single Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio and Hands Free Phone Capability
160
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
161
Operation Instructions - CD Mode
164
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
166
Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone - if Equipped
167
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio - if Equipped
168
Sales Code RAQ - AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, and Vehicle Entertainment Systems (VES) Capabilities
168
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
168
Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)
174
Load/Eject Button
175
CD Audio Play)
175
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
177
Operation Instructions
180
MP3 Audio Play)
180
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
180
Satellite Radio - if Equipped
182
System Activation
182
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
183
Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAK Radios
184
Selecting a Channel
184
Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels
185
Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if Equipped)
185
PTY Button Scan
185
PTY Button Seek
185
Satellite Antenna
185
Reception Quality
186
Remote Sound System Controls - if Equipped
186
Radio Operation
187
CD Player
187
Compact Disc Maintenance
188
Radio Operation and Cellular Phones
188
Climate Controls
189
Air Conditioning and Heater
189
Operating Tips
192
Operation Tips Chart
194
Rear Window Defroster - if Equipped
195
Starting and Operating
197
Starting Procedures
201
Manual Transmission
201
Automatic Transmission
201
Normal Starting
202
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
203
Automatic Transmission
204
Four-Wheel Drive Operation
211
NV233/243 GII Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions
211
Shifting Procedure - NV233/243 Transfer Case
214
NV244 Transfer Case Operating Information / Precautions
216
Shifting Procedure - NV244 Transfer Case
220
Limited-Slip Rear Axle Differential- if Equipped
223
Parking Brake
224
Brake System
225
Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - (if Equipped)
225
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - if Equipped
226
Power Steering
228
Rocking the Vehicle
229
Tire Safety Information
230
Tire Markings
230
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
233
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
234
Tires-General Information
238
Tire Pressure
238
Tire Inflation Pressures
239
Radial-Ply Tires
241
Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped
242
Limited Use Spare - if Equipped
243
Tire Spinning
243
Tread Wear Indicators
244
Life of Tire
245
Replacement Tires
245
Alignment and Balance
246
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - if Equipped
247
Tire Chains
247
Snow Tires
249
Tire Rotation Recommendations
249
Fuel Requirements
250
Reformulated Gasoline
251
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
251
MMT in Gasoline
252
Materials Added to Fuel
252
Adding Fuel
253
Fuel System Cautions
255
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
256
Catalytic Converter
256
Vehicle Loading
258
Certification Label
258
Curb Weight
259
Loading
259
Trailer Towing
261
Common Towing Definitions
261
Trailer Hitch Classification
264
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
265
Trailer and Tongue Weight
265
Towing Requirements
266
Towing Tips
270
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped
272
Snowplow
272
Dodge Dakota Models
272
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
273
Recreational Towing 2WD Models
273
Equipment Identification Plate
279
What to Do in Emergencies
281
Hazard Warning Flasher
282
Adding Fuel
282
Changing a Flat Tire
284
Jack Location
284
Removing the Spare Tire
286
Tire Changing Procedure
288
Jump Starting
293
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped
296
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
297
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
297
Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles
297
Maintaining Your Vehicle
299
Maintaining Your Vehicle
302
Engine Compartment 3.7L V6
302
Engine Compartment 4.7L/4.7HO V-8
303
Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II
304
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
304
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
305
Replacement Parts
306
Dealer Service
307
Maintenance Procedures
307
Engine Oil
307
Engine Oil Filter
311
Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tensioner
312
Spark Plugs
312
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
313
Engine Fuel Filter
313
Catalytic Converter
313
Maintenance-Free Battery
315
Air Conditioner Maintenance
316
Power Steering - Fluid Check
317
Front Suspension Ball Joints
317
Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints
318
Body Lubrication
318
Windshield Wiper Blades
318
Windshield Washers
319
Exhaust System
320
Cooling System
320
Emission Related Components
325
Brake System
326
Clutch Hydraulic System
328
Manual Transmission
328
Automatic Transmission
328
Transfer Case
331
Axles
331
Selection of Lubricating Grease
332
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
333
Power Distribution Center (Fuse/Relay)
337
Vehicle Storage
340
Replacement Light Bulbs
341
Bulb Replacement
342
Headlamps
342
Front Park and Turn Signal Lamp
346
Rear Side Marker, Taillamps/Stoplamp, and Turn Signal Bulbs - Replacement
348
Lamp
350
License Lamps
353
Fog Lamps
354
Fluids and Capacities
355
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp and Cargo Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
356
Engine
356
Chassis
357
Maintenance Schedules
359
Emission Control System Maintenance
360
Emissions Testing
360
Maintenance Schedules
361
Schedule "B
364
Schedule "A
375
If You Need Consumer Assistance
381
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
382
Prepare for the Appointment
382
Prepare a List
382
Be Reasonable with Requests
382
If You Need Assistance
382
Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)
385
Mopar Parts
385
Reporting Safety Defects
385
In Canada
385
Publication Order Forms
386
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire
387
Quality Grades
387
Treadwear
387
Traction Grades
387
Temperature Grades
388

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