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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

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Engine Compartment 3.7L V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292

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Engine Compartment 4.7L/4.7HO V-8 . . . . . . . . 293

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Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II . . . . . . . . 294

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Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 295

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Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295

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Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297

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Dealer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297

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Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298

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Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298

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Engine Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302

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Drive Belts — Check Condition And
Tensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302

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Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303

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Engine Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303

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Engine Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304

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Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304

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Maintenance-Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306

Summary of Contents for 2005 Dakota

Page 1: ... VEHICLE 7 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 147 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 193 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 271 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 289 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 347 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 367 10 INDEX 375 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

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Page 3: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction 4 䡵 How To Use This Manual 4 䡵 Warnings And Cautions 5 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number 5 䡵 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 6 1 ...

Page 4: ...fety warnings When it comes to service remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best has the factory trained techni cians and genuine Mopar威 parts and is interested in your satisfaction WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition...

Page 5: ... Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is found on a stamped plate located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle Save this label for a convenient record of your vehic...

Page 6: ...IFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death 6 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 7: ...13 Manual Transmissions 13 Automatic Transmissions 14 䡵 Illuminated Entry 15 Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks 15 䡵 Door Locks 16 Manual Door Locks 16 Power Door Locks 17 Child Protection Door Lock 20 䡵 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 2 ...

Page 8: ...per 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 䡵 En...

Page 9: ...䡵 Safety Tips 73 Exhaust System 73 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle 74 Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9 2 ...

Page 10: ...dealer to give you the number NOTE Integrated keys key and key fob combined must be cut by the dealer The dealer must have cutters that have enough clearance for integrated keys Key In Ignition Reminder If you open the driver s door when the key is in the ignition lock a continuous chime will sound to remind you to remove the key CAUTION An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves Always remov...

Page 11: ...uttons on the remaining transmitters will work If the vehicle is moving 5 mph or more then all the transmitter buttons are disabled for all keys NOTE The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible with remote starting systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection Additional Sentry Keys or Mobil Speed pass devices held against or immedia...

Page 12: ...t be programmed to any other vehicle At the time of purchase the original owner is provided with a four digit PIN number This number is required for dealer replacement of keys Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Programming procedure This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics A blank key is one which has never...

Page 13: ...the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment IGNITION AND STEERING LOCK Insert the key fully and t...

Page 14: ...ey from the LOCK position when starting your vehicle Move the steering wheel left and right while turning the key until it turns easily The key can be inserted or withdrawn only in the LOCK position Push in on the key in the ignition lock cylinder to rotate to the LOCK position NOTE The steering wheel will the lock when the key is removed and the steering wheel is turned around 115 degrees from ce...

Page 15: ...vehicle when the doors are unlocked using the key fob The interior lights will remain on for 30 seconds after the last door is closed or until all doors are closed and either the ignition is turned to the ON position or a key fob LOCK button is pressed There is also a battery saver feature that will turn the interior lights off after 8 minutes if the ignition is OFF and a door is left open or the ...

Page 16: ...NG For personal security and safety in the event of an accident lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock and lock your vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal inj...

Page 17: ... door locks can be locked or unlocked from inside by either the use of the door lock switches located on the front doors or by pressing the LOCK or UNLOCK buttons on the Remote Keyless Entry key fob THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 2 ...

Page 18: ...nfuse you during this programming procedure 3 Place the key into the ignition 4 Within 10 seconds cycle the key from the OFF position to the ON position four times ending in the ON position Do not start the engine 5 Within 30 seconds press the driver s door lock switch in the LOCK direction 6 A single chime will be heard to indicate the feature has been disabled 7 To re activate this feature repea...

Page 19: ...r your vehicle and close all doors 2 Fasten your seat belt fastening the seat belt will cancel any chiming that may be confusing during this program ming procedure 3 Insert the key into the ignition 4 Within 10 seconds cycle the key from the OFF position to the ON position four times ending in the ON position do not start the engine 5 Within 30 seconds press the driver s door lock switch in the UN...

Page 20: ... door lock system To use the system open each rear door and slide the control UP to engage the locks and DOWN to disengage the child protection locks When the system on a door is engaged that door can only be opened by using the outside door handle even if the inside door lock is in the unlocked position 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 21: ...he desired position NOTE For emergency exit with the system engaged move the door lock switch to the UNLOCK position roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors or activate the panic alarm from distances a minimum of 66 feet 20 meters using a hand held radio transmitter The transmitter need not be point...

Page 22: ... UNLOCK button A single chime will sound to indicate that this feature has changed 3 Release both buttons at the same time 4 Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK UNLOCK button on the keyfob NOTE Pressing the LOCK button on the keyfob while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm ...

Page 23: ...ssing the LOCK button on the keyfob while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm 6 If the desired programming was not achieved or to reactivate this feature repeat the above steps Flash Lamps with Lock Programming 1 Press and hold the UNLOCK b...

Page 24: ...ond time Panic mode will automatically cancel after 3 minutes or if the vehicle is started or exceeds 15 mph 24 km h During the Panic Mode the door locks and remote keyless entry systems will function normally Panic mode will not disarm the security system on vehicles so equipped General Information This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subj...

Page 25: ...program them for your vehicle Use the Following procedure to program additional key fobs if the vehicle is not equipped with Sentry Key 1 Enter your vehicle and close all doors 2 Fasten your seat belt Fastening the seatbelt will cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this program ming procedure 3 Place the key into the ignition 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Do not start the engine...

Page 26: ...ram mode up to 60 seconds from when the original chime was heard After 60 seconds all programmed fobs function normally NOTE If you do not have a programmed transmitter contact your dealer for details Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032 1 If the key fob is equipped with a screw remove the screw With the transmitter buttons facing down use a flat blade to pry the two h...

Page 27: ...curity light in the instrument cluster will flash for an additional 15 minutes The engine will not run until the system is disarmed To Set the Alarm The alarm will set when you use the power door locks or use the Keyless Entry transmitter to lock the doors After all the doors are locked and closed the security light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly to signal that the system is arming T...

Page 28: ...s used To exit alarming mode press the RKE Unlock button or start the vehicle with a programmed Sentry Key The security alarm system is designed to protect your vehicle however you can create conditions where the system will arm unexpectedly If you remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the transmitter the alarm will sound when you pull the door handle to exit NOTE You may accidentally acti...

Page 29: ... tip control of all four power win dows There is a single opening and closing switch on the passenger doors for passenger window control The windows will operate only when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and for ten minutes after the THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 2 ...

Page 30: ...dow switch past the first detent release and the window will go down automatically To cancel the Auto Down movement operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver s door allows you to disable the window control on the other doors To disable the window controls on the other doors press the window lock button...

Page 31: ... windows together to minimize the buffeting OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers knee bolsters front airbags for both the driver and front passenger and if equipped left and right side curtain airbags for the driver and passengers seated next to a window...

Page 32: ...n street Research has shown that seat belts save lives and that they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times Lap Shoulder Belts All seating ...

Page 33: ...ones of your body These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse You might suffer internal injuries or you could even slide out of part of the belt Follow these instruc tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe too Two people should never be...

Page 34: ...the back of the front seat next to your arm in the rear seat Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap 3 When the belt is long enough to fit insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 35: ...worn under the arm can cause internal injuries Ribs aren t as strong as shoulder bones Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision A shoulder belt placed behind will not protect you from injury during a collision You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be us...

Page 36: ...able and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt 6 To release the belt push the red button on the buckle The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully WARNING A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect the belt sys...

Page 37: ...up or down to the position that serves you best As a guide if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position and if you are taller than average you ll prefer a higher position When you release the anchorage try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in the desired position The adjuster has an easy up EZ Up feature which will allow it to be moved up without engaging the...

Page 38: ...only To fasten the lap belt slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click To lengthen the lap belt tilt the latch plate and pull To remove slack pull the loose end of the webbing Wear the lap belt snug against the hips Sit back and erect in the seat then adjust the belt as tightly as is comfortable Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for front outboard seating positions are equip...

Page 39: ...System BeltAlert will continue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Warning Light for 96 seconds or until the driver s seat belt is buckled The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert will be reactivated if the driver s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h The Enhanced Warning System BeltAlert can be en abled or disabled by your authorized dealer...

Page 40: ...buckled Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts throughout their pregnancies Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug against the hips as possible Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen That way the strong bones of the hips will take th...

Page 41: ...ended seating positions Remove and store the extender when not needed Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System SRS Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems The driver s front airbag is mounted in the steering wheel The passenger front airbag is mounted in THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YO...

Page 42: ...Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim but they will open to allow airbag deployment WARNING Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them You may damage the airbags and you could be injured be cause the airbags are not there to protect you These protective covers for the airbag cushions are de signed to open only when the airbags are infl...

Page 43: ...erate to severe side collisions But even in collisions where the airbags work you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags to protect you properly Here are some simple steps you can follow to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag 1 Children 12 years and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat in an appropriate child restraint Infants in rear faci...

Page 44: ...ce section later in this owner s manual WARNING Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly In some collisions the airbags won t deploy at all Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags Being too close to the steering wheel or instru ment panel during airbag deployment could cause serious...

Page 45: ...ssification System OCS for the Front Passenger Seat Occupant Classification Module Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light Weight Sensors How the Airbag System Works The Occupant Restraint Controller ORC determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate The front airbag inflators are de signed to provide different rates of airbag inflation from direction pro...

Page 46: ...dicator light will function normally Refer to Passen ger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light in this section If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system it turns on the AIRBAG warning light either momentarily or continuously A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial start up WARNING Ignoring the AIRBAG warning light in your instru ment panel could mean you w...

Page 47: ...word OFF to show that the passenger airbag will not inflate during a collision requiring airbags When the right front passenger seat is empty or when very light objects are placed on the seat the passenger air bag will not inflate even though the Passenger Airbag Disable PAD indicator lamp is not illuminated The PAD indictor light should not be illuminated when teenagers most children in a forward...

Page 48: ...ehicle is equipped with an occupant classification system children 12 years and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat if equipped in an appropriate child restraint see section on child restraints Front Passenger Seat Occupant Passenger Airbag Disable PAD Indicator Light Airbag Status Adult OFF ON Grocery Bags Heavy Briefcases and Other Relatively Light Objects ON OFF Empty or Very Sma...

Page 49: ...d behind the front passen ger seat because this can also affect occupant classifica tion If the front passenger seat is damaged in any way it should only be serviced by an authorized dealer If the seat is removed or even if the seat attachment bolts are loosened or tightened in any way take the vehicle to an authorized dealer If there is a fault present in the OCS the Airbag Warning Light a red li...

Page 50: ...train the driver and front passenger The driver s front airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides of the airbag The passenger s front airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides of the airbag In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle The Occupant Classification Module OCM is lo cated beneath the front passenger seat The OCM classifies the occupan...

Page 51: ... of the time it takes to blink your eye Make sure you are seated and belted properly and do not position items in the area where the window bag inflates This especially applies to children The window bag is only about 3 1 2 inches 9 cm thick when it is inflated The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front passenger and position every one for the best interaction with...

Page 52: ...cept those which are approved by DaimlerChrysler Mopar威 WARNING Unapproved modifications or service procedures to the front passenger seat assembly its related compo nents or seat cover may inadvertently change the airbag deployment in case of a frontal crash This could result in death or serious injury to the front seat passenger if the vehicle is involved in an acci dent A modified vehicle may n...

Page 53: ...smoke like particles The particles are a normal by product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation These airborne particles may irritate the skin eyes nose or throat If you have skin or eye irritation rinse the area with cool water For nose or throat irritation move to fresh air If the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing ...

Page 54: ... items such as add on video players on the right front passenger seat back The additional weight may cause the Occupant Classification System to be unable to correctly classify the right front occupant This could allow the passenger frontal airbag to inflate when it is not desired You need proper knee impact protection in a collision Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind th...

Page 55: ... if the passenger is an infant less than 1 year old who must ride in the front seat because there is no rear seat because the rear seat is too small for a rear facing infant restraint or because the infant has a medical condition which makes it necessary for the driver to be able to see the infant is a child age 1 to 12 who must ride in the front seat because there is no rear seat because there is...

Page 56: ...ed passenger may hit their head neck or chest on the dashboard instrument panel or windshield in a crash This may result in serious injury or death NOTE The Passenger Airbag On Off Switch is not available in the Quad Cab 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 57: ...der EDR In the event of an airbag deployment your vehicle is designed to record up to 2 seconds of specific vehicle data parameters see list below in an event data recorder prior to the moment of airbag deployment Please note that such data are ONLY recorded if an airbag deploys and are otherwise unavailable In conjunction with other data gathered during a complete accident investigation the elect...

Page 58: ...ta of a potentially sensitive nature such as would identify a particular driver ve hicle or crash will be treated confidentially Confidential data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler Corpora tion to any third party except when 1 Used for research purposes such as to match data with a particular crash record in an aggregate database provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter prese...

Page 59: ...operly buckled up in a rear seat if available According to crash statistics chil dren are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult seat belt Always check the child seat owner s manual to ensure you have the right seat for your child Use the...

Page 60: ... deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position Older Children and Child Restraints Children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg and who are older than one year can ride forward facing in the vehicle Forward facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward facing direction are for children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and are older than one year old Th...

Page 61: ...e child closer to the center of the vehicle Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm For additional information refer to www seatcheck org WARNING Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint It could come loose in a collision The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the manufacturer s directions ex actly when installing an infant or child res...

Page 62: ...o that it is not necessary to use a locking clip If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap shoulder belt will tighten the belt The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight however any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary Buckle the child into the restraint exactly as the manufacture...

Page 63: ... tether strap kits or retro fit kits You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re straint in any vehicle Club Cab The Club Cab front and rear right if equipped with a rear seat passenger seating positions have lower anchorages for LATCH equipped child restraints Quad Cab The Quad Cab second row seat has lower anchorages that are capable of accommodat...

Page 64: ...pical installation instructions Installing the LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here Again carefully follow the installation instructions that were provided with the child restraint system The rear seat lower anchorages are ...

Page 65: ...r strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages Next attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars pushing aside the seat cover material Then attach the tether strap to the anchorage located on the back of the seat being careful to route the tether strap to provide the most direct path between the anchor and the child restraint...

Page 66: ...ng on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion about the child restraint For automatic locking retractor seat belts refer to Automatic Locking Mode earlier in this section If you have trouble tighten ing the lap shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint follow these steps If the buckle is webbing mounted disco...

Page 67: ...ng position The Quad cab model has three anchorages located behind each of the rear seating positions rear left rear center and rear right WARNING With a child restraint installed in the rear driver or passenger side locations use care when adjusting the front seat s rearward to avoid the front seat back coming in contact with the belted child directly behind the seat The child could be injured WA...

Page 68: ...e child restraint tether strap up and over the front passenger seat back and under the head restraint 2 Connect the tether strap to the lower anchor 3 Remove the slack in the tether strap so that it is pulled tight 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 69: ...are located behind the flip down door on the cab back panel padded bolster 2 Route the tether strap across to the center tether anchorage The center tether is located behind the slide door in the center of the vehicle between the two seating positions 3 Remove the slack in the tether strap so that the anchor strap is pulled tight THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 2 ...

Page 70: ...bing material loop located directly behind the child restraint 2 Route the tether strap across to the nearest installed anchor strap and attach the tether strap hook to the anchor strap inner metal ring 3 Remove the slack in the tether strap so that both anchor straps are pulled tight NOTE Two Anchors must be used for any of the three seating positions 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICL...

Page 71: ...Multiple Child Restraint Quad Cab THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 2 ...

Page 72: ...sses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle Drive moderately during the first 300 miles 500 km After the initial 60 miles 100 km speeds up to 50 or 55 mph 80 or 90 km h are desirable While cruising brief full throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to ...

Page 73: ...ate control system to force outside air into the vehicle Set the blower at high speed and the controls in any position except OFF or RECIRC The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Be aware of changes in the sound of the exhaust system exhaust fumes detected inside the vehicle or damage to the underside or rear of the ve...

Page 74: ...g the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed You can feel the air directed against the windshield Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for tread wear or uneven wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires for proper pressure Lights ...

Page 75: ...ck the area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel water oil or other fluid leaks Also if gasoline fumes are detected the cause should be located and corrected THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 2 ...

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Page 77: ...lding Feature If Equipped 82 Electric Remote Control Mirrors 83 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 84 䡵 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 䡵 Seats 107 Manual Seat Adjustment 107 Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners 108 3 ...

Page 78: ...4 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 䡵 Multifunction Control Lever 118 Turn Signals 118 Passing Light 119 High Beam Low Beam Select Switch 119 Windshield Wipers 120 Windshield Washers 121 䡵 Tilt Steering Column 122 䡵 Electronic Speed Cont...

Page 79: ...eset 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 䡵 Garage Door Opener If Equipped 133 Programming Homelink 134 Canadian Programming Gate Programming 137...

Page 80: ...ttery Fed Configuration 140 䡵 Floor Console If Equipped 141 Floor Console Features 141 䡵 Center Storage Compartment If Equipped 142 䡵 Cup Holders 143 䡵 Tailgate 143 䡵 Slide In Campers 144 Camper Applications 144 General Information 145 Carbon Monoxide Warning Vehicles Equipped With A Cap Or Slide In Campers 145 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 81: ...vot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position toward rear of truck The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position toward windshield UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 3 ...

Page 82: ... the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit adjust the outside mirror s to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature If Equipped Folding exterior mirrors ar...

Page 83: ...just a mirror turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move When finished adjusting the mirror turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 3 ...

Page 84: ...t IF EQUIPPED UConnect is a voice activated hands free in vehicle communications system UConnect allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands e g Call ѧ Mike ѧWork or Dial ѧ 248 555 1212 Your cellular phone s audio is transmitted through your vehicle s audio system the system will automatically mute your radio when using the UCon nect system NOTE The UConn...

Page 85: ...een paired to the vehicle s UConnect system The UConnect system allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to system Only one linked or paired cellular phone can be used with the system at a time The system is available in English Spanish or French languages as equipped The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system and the control buttons that will enable you to access the system...

Page 86: ...nd then guided through the available options Prior to giving a voice command one must wait for the voice on beep which follows the Ready prompt or another prompt For certain operations compound commands can be used For example instead of saying Setup and then Phone Pairing the following compound command can be said Setup Phone Pairing For each of the feature explanation in this section only the co...

Page 87: ...l be returned to the main menu However in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu Pair Link UConnect System to a Cellular Phone To begin using your UConnect system you must pair your compatible Bluetooth enabled cellular phone re fer to Introduction section to learn about the phone type To complete the pairing process you will need to reference your cellular phone owner ...

Page 88: ...ive the UConnect system a name for your cellular phone Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7 1 being the highest priority You can pair up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect system However at any given time only one cellular phone can be in use connected to your UConnect Syste...

Page 89: ... then dial The number will appear in the display of certain radios Call by Saying a Name Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Call System will prompt you to say the name of the person you want call After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the person you want to call For example you can say John Doe where John Doe is a previ ously st...

Page 90: ...en prompted recite the phone number for the phonebook entry that you are adding After you are finished adding an entry into the phone book you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the main menu The UConnect system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations...

Page 91: ...hn Doe s work number later using the Phonebook Edit feature Delete Entries in the UConnect Phonebook Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say Phonebook Delete After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can s...

Page 92: ...he UConnect system will play the names of all the phonebook entries To call one of the names in the list press the Voice Recognition button during the playing of the desired name and say Call NOTE the user can also exercise Edit or Delete operations at this point The UConnect system will then prompt you as to number designation you wish to call The selected number will be dialed Phone Call Feature...

Page 93: ...atible phones in market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in progress Therefore the user can only either answer an incoming call or ignore it Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress To make a second call while you are currently in a call press the Voice Recognition button and say Dial or Call followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to...

Page 94: ...rogress and make a second phone call as described in section Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress After the second call has established press and hold the Phone button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call Call Termination To end a call in progress momentarily press the Phone button Only the active call s will be termina...

Page 95: ...ferred from the UConnect system to the mobile phone An active call is automatically transferred to the mobile phone after ignition key is switched to off UConnect System Features Language Selection To change the language that the UConnect system is using Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and the following beep say the name of the language you wish to switch to English Espanol ...

Page 96: ...ber called may not be applicable with the available cellular service and area The UConnect system does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell phone directly Your phone must be turned on and paired to the UCon nect system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UCon...

Page 97: ...n use your UConnect system to access a voice mail system or an automated service such as paging service or automated customer service Some services require immediate response selection in some instances that may be too quick for use of UConnect system When calling a number with your UConnect system that normally requires you to enter in a touch tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad you can p...

Page 98: ... the choice to change it Phone and Network Status Indicators The UConnect system will provide notification to inform you if your cellular phone is in roaming status has low signal strength or has a low battery when you are trying to place a phone call Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect system while dialing ...

Page 99: ...ing AT T Wireless Service dialing to phone number 121 you can access voice activated automated system to receive news weather stocks traffic etc related information Advanced Phone Connectivity Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect system allows on going calls to be transferred to your cellular phone to the UConnect system without terminating the call To transfer an ongo ing call fr...

Page 100: ...unced press the Voice recognition button and say Select or Delete Also see next two sections for alternate way of doing this Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone with the UConnect system The phone must have been previously paired to the UConnect system that you want to use it with Press the Phone button to begin After the Ready prompt and th...

Page 101: ...iority number of the cellu lar phone or All to delete all phones you wish to delete You can also press the Voice Recognition button anytime while the list is being played and say the priority number Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System Voice Recognition VR Always wait for the beep before speaking Speak normally without pausing just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately ...

Page 102: ...imilar sounding names in the UConnect phonebook UConnect phonebook name tag recognition rate is optimized for the person who stored the name in the phonebook You can say O letter O for 0 zero 800 must be spoken eight zero zero Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported Far End Audio Performance Audio qu...

Page 103: ...lly be re established by switching the phone off on Your cell phone is recom mended to remain in Bluetooth on mode Reset In rare instances it may be necessary to reset the UCon nect system The reset feature is exercised by pressing and holding the UConnect and Voice Recognition buttons simultaneously for 15 seconds Normally you do not need to exercise this feature Power Up After switching ignition...

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Page 107: ...ng Phonebook Phone book Return to main menu Return Main menu Select phone select Set up Phone settings phone set up SEATS Manual Seat Adjustment The adjusting lever is at the front of the seat near the floor Lift the lever and move the seat to the desired position Release the bar to lock the seat into position Using body pressure move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters ...

Page 108: ... are equipped with recliners The reclining mechanism is operated by a lever located on the right side of the passenger s seat and the left side of the driver s seat To recline lean forward slightly before lifting the lever then push back to the desired position and release the lever Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position Using body pressure lean forward and r...

Page 109: ... Equipped The manual lumbar support rotary control adjustment is located on the left side of the driver s seat Rotate the knob to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support Adjustable Head Restraints Front Seating Positions Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear Pull up or push down on the restraints so that the upper edge is as high as p...

Page 110: ...h down on the head restraint 6 Way Power Seat Adjuster Driver s Side Only The 6 way power seat adjuster switches are on the outboard side of the driver s seat Use this switch to move the seat up or down forward or rearward or tilt Power Seat Control Location 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 111: ...way switch in the center can be moved forward or backwards to get the most comfortable position The same switch can be moved up and down to control seat height Change the seat angle by using the two toggle switches tilting it up or down Up Down Forward and Rearward Tilt Adjustment UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 3 ...

Page 112: ...ed heating position and press a second time in the same direction to turn the heated seats OFF If you do not purposefully turn the switch OFF the heating element in the seat will remain activated until the ignition is turned off The indicators on the switch will illuminate when the heated seats are in the HI or LOW position Flashing telltale lights on the switch indicate that the Heated Seat syste...

Page 113: ...od to close it Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged WARNING If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving Secondary Latch Location Push Dow...

Page 114: ...en the dimmer control rotating wheel on the right side of the switch is rotated to the second upward detent position or if equipped when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the key fob When a door is open and the interior lights are on rotating the dimmer 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 115: ...ts are re quired during the day Club Cab Quad Cab models may have an optional switched dome lamp that may be operated by pressing the lens Battery Saver To protect the life of your vehicle s battery Load Shed ding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights If the ignition is off and any door is left ajar for 15 minutes or the dimmer control is rotated upwards for 15 minutes the interior...

Page 116: ...ng the ignition ON Headlights Parking Lights Panel Lights When the headlight switch is rotated to the first position the parking lights taillights side marker lights license plate light and instrument panel lights are all turned on The headlights will turn ON when the switch is rotated to the second position Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight lenses that are lighter and less susceptib...

Page 117: ...ng Lights will turn off Lights on Reminder If the headlights parking lights courtesy lights or cargo lights are left on after the ignition is turned off a chime will sound when the driver s door is opened Fog Lights If Equipped The foglights are turned ON by placing the head light rotary control in the parking light or head light position and pushing in the headlight rotary control The fog lights ...

Page 118: ... cargo lights will also turn on for 30 seconds when a key fob Unlock is pressed as part of the illuminated entry feature MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER The multifunction control lever is located on the left side of the steering column Turn Signals Move the lever up or down to signal a right hand or left hand turn 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 119: ...aster rate You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down NOTE If a turn signal has been left on for at least a mile duration a continuous chime will sound Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer ing wheel This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released Hig...

Page 120: ...ng cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirable For maximum delay between cycles rotate the control knob into the upper end of the delay range The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob until it enters the LO continual speed position The delay can be regulated from a maximum of about 18 seconds between cycles to a cycle every 2 seconds The delay intervals will double in duration w...

Page 121: ...nob on the end of the multifunction control lever and hold while spray is desired If the washer knob is depressed while in the delay range the wiper will operate for several seconds after the washer knob is released It will then resume the intermittent interval previously selected If the washer knob is pushed for a period greater than 1 second while in the OFF position the wiper will wipe approxim...

Page 122: ...own as desired WARNING Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Without a stable steering col umn you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Adjust the column only while the ve hicle is stopped Be sure it is locked before driving 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 123: ... word CRUISE illuminates when the system is on To Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed press and release the SET button Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal normal braking or pressing the CANCEL button will deactivate speed control with out erasing the memory Pushing the ON OFF button...

Page 124: ...apping the ACCEL button once will result in a speed increase refer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine Each time the button is tapped speed increases so that tapping the button three times will increase speed by three increments Tapping the DECEL button once will result in a speed decrease refer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine Each time the button is...

Page 125: ...e 2 000 feet 610 meters or when the vehicle is heavily loaded especially when towing the vehicle may slow below the SET speed If the vehicle speed drops below refer to the table below for the speed for your specific engine the speed control will automatically disengage If this hap pens you can push down on the accelerator pedal to maintain the desired speed Vehicles equipped with a Automatic trans...

Page 126: ...lose control An accident could be the result Don t use Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding icy snow covered or slippery OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console has the following features Courtesy Lights Garage Door Opener If Equipped Compass Temperature Mini Trip Computer If Equipped 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 127: ...sing the recessed area of the corresponding lens NOTE The courtesy reading lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle If the interior lights are left on after the vehicle is turned OFF they will extinguish after 8 minutes COMPASS TEMPERATURE MINI TRIP COMPUTER This feature allows you to choose between a compass te...

Page 128: ...Elapsed time Global Reset If the RESET button and STEP button are pressed at the same time and held for 3 seconds the Global Reset feature will reset the distance to empty using a default fuel economy value fuel economy trip odometer and elapsed time displays 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 129: ...ases It is suggested that this mode be reset periodically for general operation or when driving conditions change significantly for example at the end of a trip or when a trailer is connected or disconnected Distance To Empty DTE Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank The estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and...

Page 130: ...m load conditions in areas where there aren t many gas stations NOTE The Distance To Empty will remain equal to zero until the vehicle runs out of fuel or is refueled Trip Odometer ODO This display shows the distance traveled since the last reset Elapsed Time ET This display shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset C T Button Use this button to select a readout of the outside te...

Page 131: ...is new the compass may appear erratic and the CAL symbol will be displayed After completing one 360 turn with the vehicle traveling less than 5 mph 8 km h in an area free from large metal or metallic objects the CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally Manual Compass Calibration NOTE To ensure proper compass calibration make sure the compass variance is properly set before m...

Page 132: ...in an area free from large metal objects or power lines The CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north In some areas of the country the difference between magnetic and geographic north is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings If this occurs the compass variance must be set accordi...

Page 133: ...mperature can influence the displayed temperature therefore temperature readings are slowly updated when the vehicle speed is below 20 mph 30 km h or during stop and go driving GARAGE DOOR OPENER IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up to three remote controls hand held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers motorized gates or home lighting It triggers th...

Page 134: ...free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com for safety information or assistance Programming HomeLink NOTE When programming a garage door opener it is advised to park outside the garage It is also recom mended that a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmis sion of the radio frequency sig...

Page 135: ... people or pets are in the path of the door or gate A moving door or gate can cause serious injury or death to people and pets or damage to objects 2 Position the end of your hand held transmitter 1 3 inches 3 8 cm away from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button that you want to train and the hand held trans mitter b...

Page 136: ...ing two HomeLink but tons begin with Programming step two Do not repeat step one If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with ⴖProgram mingⴖ steps 6 8 to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 6 At the garage door opener receiver motor head unit in the garage locate the learn or smart b...

Page 137: ...ignal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or you are having difficulties programming a gate operator by using the Program ming procedures regardless of where you live replace ⴖProgramming HomeLinkⴖ step 3 with the following NOTE If programming a garage door opener or gate operator it is advised to...

Page 138: ...te below follow the step noted Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink is now in the train or learning mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Programming step 2 Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink bu...

Page 139: ...rmful interference This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undes ired operation NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment HomeLink威 is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls Inc ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS This vehicle has two 12V auxi...

Page 140: ...cal Outlet Use With Engine OFF Battery Fed Configuration CAUTION Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle s battery even when not in use i e cellular phones etc Eventually if plugged in long enough the vehicle s battery will discharge suffi ciently to degrade battery life and or prevent engine starting Accessories that draw higher power i e coolers vacuum cleaners lights...

Page 141: ...e located under the instrument panel center stack Storage Compartments Some miscellaneous storage compartments and cup holders have rubber mats at the bottom the mats are both removable and dishwasher safe for cleaning pur poses Various storage compartments provide versatile and useful storage A coin holder is also provided inside the console storage compartment Cup Holders The cup holders fit a w...

Page 142: ... volt power plug Side Open Armrest Lid Pressing the button on the left side of the console opens the console armrest lid The armrest lid will remain open until armrest lid is closed manually by pressing the lid back into place A penholder is provided on the inside of the armrest lid A tissue holder is also provided on the inside of the armrest lid which holds a pocket size soft pack of tissue CENT...

Page 143: ...vity cup holder is available on all Quad Cab with rear seats mounted on the floor TAILGATE To simplify mounting of a camper unit with an overhang the tailgate can be removed quickly Follow these steps 1 Open the tailgate to a 45 angle Front Cup Holders Quad Cab with Automatic Rear Cup Holders Quad Cab with Automatic UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 3 ...

Page 144: ...the tailgate onto the driver s side pivot 2 Hold the tailgate at a 45 angle and insert it into the passenger side pivot 3 Clip the cables to the box SLIDE IN CAMPERS Camper Applications Certain truck models are not recommended for slide in campers To determine if your vehicle is excluded please refer to the Consumer Information Truck Camper Load ing document located in your Owner s Manual packet o...

Page 145: ...e tailgate can be removed Unlatch tailgate and remove support cables from the retainer pins Raise right side of tailgate until the lower right side pivot clears the hanger bracket Then slide the tailgate to the right to remove Carbon Monoxide Warning Vehicles Equipped With A Cap or Slide In Campers To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide which is deadly the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with Cap o...

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Page 147: ... Reception Information 159 AM Reception 159 FM Reception 159 䡵 Electronic Digital Clock 160 Clock Setting Procedure 160 䡵 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 4 ...

Page 148: ...ode For MP3 Audio Play 176 Load Eject Button CD Mode For MP3 Play 176 䡵 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 B...

Page 149: ...183 CD Player 183 䡵 Compact Disc Maintenance 183 䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones 184 䡵 Climate Controls 184 Air Conditioning And Heater 185 Operating Tips 188 Operation Tips Chart 190 䡵 Rear Window Defroster If Equipped 191 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 149 4 ...

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Page 152: ...rn to normal seek authorized service immedi ately CAUTION Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running as you would not be able to react to the temperature indicator if the engine overheats The gage pointer will remain near its last reading when the engine is turned off It will return to a true reading when the engine is restarted 3 Turn Signal Indicators When a turn signal is acti...

Page 153: ... reminder to buckle up This light will remain on as long as the seat belt remains unbuckled If this light flashes it indicates a fault in the airbag system Have the system checked by an authorized dealer See page 32 for more information 7 Fog Light Indicator If Equipped This light shows when the fog lights are ON 8 Coolant Temperature Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi tion For a...

Page 154: ...d yourself see Section 7 of this manual Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph 9 Speedometer Shows the vehicles speed 10 Voltage Light This light monitors the electrical system voltage The light should turn on momentarily as the engine is started If the light stays on or turns on while driving it indicates a problem with the charging system Immediate service should be ...

Page 155: ...ignition is turned On If the light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible Immediate service should be obtained See page 298 for more information 14 Tachometer This gage measures engine revolutions per minute rpm x 1000 15 Gear Selector The electronic gear selector display is self contained within the instrument cluster It displays the position of the au...

Page 156: ...er cap is loose improperly installed or damaged GASCAP will be displayed in the instrument cluster Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odom eter reset button to turn the GASCAP message off If the problem continues the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started 18 Transmission Temperature Indicator This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperat...

Page 157: ...ing the vehicle in this condition is dangerous 22 Low Washer Fluid Indicator This light comes on when the washer fluid level falls below approximately 1 4 full The light will remain on until fluid is added and ignition switch is cycled 23 HeadLights On Indicator Indicate when your headlights are on 24 Malfunction Indicator Light This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system which monitors the...

Page 158: ...ator lights and remains lit for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned ON If the light does not come on when the ignition is first turned on or the light stays on or comes on while driving have the airbag system checked by an authorized dealer 26 4LO Indicator Indicates when transfer case is in 4LO position 27 SVC Service 4WD Indicator The SVC 4WD lights will come on when the ignition ke...

Page 159: ...play Holding the button in resets the trip odometer reading RADIO RECEPTION INFORMATION AM Reception AM radio signals usually travel longer distances than FM signals especially at night These longer distance AM signals can cause AM stations to interfere with one another Noise from storms and power lines can also interfere with AM reception Reducing the treble can reduce some of the noise FM Recept...

Page 160: ...y maintained On the RAQ radio the time button alternates the location of the time and frequency on the display On the REF only one of the two time or frequency is displayed at a time Clock Setting Procedure 1 Press and hold the time button until the hours blink 2 Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune Audio control 3 After the hours are adjusted press the right side Tune Audio control to ...

Page 161: ...the ON VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously 360 degrees in either direction without stopping Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it When the audio system is turned on the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played The volume can be turned down but not up w...

Page 162: ...econd time and the sound from the speakers will return Rotating the volume control turning the radio ON OFF or turning ON OFF the ignition will cancel the MUTE feature NOTE In Hands Free Phone if equipped mode the MUTE button mutes the microphone SCAN Button Radio Mode Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in either AM FM or Satellite if equipped frequ...

Page 163: ...ease or decrease the Mid Range tones Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREBLE will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Treble tones Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL will display Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers Press the rotary TUNE control a fifth tim...

Page 164: ... by pressing the push button twice Every time a preset button is used a corresponding button number will be displayed Preset Buttons 1 6 Radio Mode These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you commit to push button memory 12 AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations Operation Instructions CD Mode NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio Insertin...

Page 165: ...rom the speakers will return Rotating the volume control or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers SCAN Button CD Mode Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track To stop the scan function press the button a second time EJECT Button CD Mode Press this button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal The unit will switch to th...

Page 166: ...ward feature If the RW button is pressed the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing Press the RDN button a second time to stop Random Play Operating Instructions Hands Free Phone If Equipped Refer to the HANDS FREE PHONE UConnect section of the Owner s Manual SALES CODE RAQ AM FM CD 6 DISC RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO HANDS FREE PHONE AND VIDEO CAPABILITI...

Page 167: ...e Phone Satellite or Vehicle Entertainment System VES if equipped SEEK Button Radio Mode Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either AM FM or Satellite if equipped mode Press the right side of the button to seek up and the left side to seek down The radio will remained tuned to the new station until you make another selection Holding the button and will bypass statio...

Page 168: ... to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows This feature operates in either AM FM or Satel lite if equipped frequencies TUNE Control Radio Mode Turn the right side rotary control to increase or decrease the frequency AM FM Button Radio Mode Press the button to select AM or FM Modes Setting the Tone Balance and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control and BASS will display Turn the T...

Page 169: ...ton once will turn on the PTY mode for 5 seconds If no action is taken during the 5 second time out the PTY icon will turn off Pressing the PTY button within 5 seconds will allow the program format type to be selected Many radio stations do not currently broad cast PTY information Toggle the PTY button to select the following format types Program Type 16 Digit Character Display No program type or ...

Page 170: ...rates when in the FM mode If a preset button is activated while in the PTY Program Type mode the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the preset station Buttons 1 6 Radio Mode These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you commit to push button memory 12AM 12 FM and 12 Satellite if equipped stations Operation Instructions CD MODE For CD Audio Play NOTE The ignition switch must...

Page 171: ...how the disc number the track number and index time in minutes and seconds Play will begin at the start of track 1 SEEK Button CD MODE For CD Audio Play Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection or return to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 se...

Page 172: ...responding number where the CD was loaded and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal Radio display will show EJECTING DISC when the disc is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc Press and hold the LOAD EJECT button to eject all discs in the radio If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds it will be reloaded If the CD is not removed ...

Page 173: ...CD MODE For CD Audio Play Switches the Radio to the Radio mode RND PTY Button Random Play Button CD MODE For CD Audio Play Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track Press and hold the FF button to fa...

Page 174: ...le to play the file nor mally UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported The radio uses the following limits for file systems Maximum number of directory levels 15 Maximum number of files 255 Maximum number of folders 100 Maximum number of characters in file folder names Level 1 12 including a separator and a 3 character extension Level 2 31 including a separator and a 3 character extension Multi...

Page 175: ...In addition variable bit rates VBR are also supported The majority of MP3 files use a 44 1 kHz sampling rate and a 192 160 128 96 or VBR bit rates MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency kHz Bit rate kbps MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 48 44 1 32 320 256 224 192 160 128 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 24 22 05 16 160 128 144 112 96 80 64 56 48 40 32 24 16 8 ID3 Tag information for artist song ti...

Page 176: ...ingle session discs To create a single session disc enable the Disc at Once option before writing to the disc Operation Instructions CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play SEEK Button CD Mode For MP3 Play Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next MP3 File Pressing the left side of the SEEK button plays the beginning of the MP3 file Pressing the button within the first ten seconds plays the pre...

Page 177: ...l play the next CD If the CD is removed and there are no other CD s in the radio the radio will remain in CD mode and display NO DISC LOADED INFO Button CD Mode For MP3 Play Press and INFO button while playing MP3 disc The radio scrolls through the following TAG information Song Title Artist File Name and Folder Name if avail able Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed time priority ...

Page 178: ...Free Phone If Equipped Refer to Hands Free Phone section of the Owner s Manual Operating Instructions Satellite Radio Mode If Equipped Refer to the Satellite Radio section of the Owner s Manual Operating Instructions Video Entertainment System VES威 If Equipped Refer to separate Video Entertainment System VES威 Guide SATELLITE RADIO IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broad...

Page 179: ...CESSORY position and the radio OFF press the Eject or CD Eject depending on the radio type and Time buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds The first four digits of the twelve digit ESN SID number will be displayed Press the SEEK UP button to display the next four digits Continue to press the SEEK UP button until all twelve ESN SID digits have been displayed The SEEK DOWN will page down until the fir...

Page 180: ...urs A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode Selecting a Channel Press and release the SEEK or TUNE buttons to search for the next channel Press the top of the button to search up and the bottom of the button to search down Holding the TUNE button causes the radio to bypass channels until the button is released Press and release the SCAN button if equipped to automatically ch...

Page 181: ...tton a second time to stop the search NOTE Pressing the SEEK or SCAN button while performing a music type scan will change the channel by one and stop the search Pressing a pre set memory button during a music type scan will call up the memory channel and stop the search PTY Button ⴖSEEKⴖ When the desired program is obtained press the SEEK button within five seconds The channel will change to the ...

Page 182: ...e to the antenna can cause signal blockage REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel Reach behind the wheel to access the switches The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center Pressing the top of the switch will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the switch will decr...

Page 183: ...top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the previous track if it is within one second after the current track begins to play If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the second track three times it will play the third etc The button in the center of the left hand ...

Page 184: ...sidering disc player service RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions the cellular phone being On in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna This condition is not harmful to the radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repositioning of th...

Page 185: ...d time to turn the air conditioning off Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticed when the air conditioning compressor is on This is a normal occurrence as the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and increase fuel economy The mode control at the right of the control panel can be set in any of the following positions NOTE To improve your selection choices the system al...

Page 186: ...ent panel and at the floor Floor Outside air flows primarily through the floor out lets located under the instrument panel Mix Outside air flows in equal proportions through the floor and defroster outlets Defrost Outside air is primarily directed to the windshield through the defroster outlets located at the base of the windshield and the demister outlets located at the edge of each side of the i...

Page 187: ...provide the means for regular exchange of cab air Side window demisters direct air flow specifically to the window glass to help prevent interior fogging of the glass They are located in the extreme outside upper edges of the instrument panel The demisters also pro vide extra air ducts for circulation They are in operation whenever the Floor Mix or Defrost modes are in use NOTE When you turn off t...

Page 188: ...side when the humidity inside the vehicle is high This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it s rainy or humid In most cases turning on the Air conditioning pressing the snowflake button will clear the fog Adjust the temperature control air direction and blower speed to maintain comfort As the temperature gets colder it may be necessary to direct air onto the windshield by using MIX Mod...

Page 189: ...r conditioner in extremely heavy traffic in hot weather especially when towing a trailer addi tional engine cooling may be required If this situation is encountered operate the transmission in a lower gear When stopped in heavy traffic it may be necessary to shift into NEUTRAL and depress the accelerator slightly for fast idle operation Winter Operation When operating the system during the winter ...

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Page 191: ...e of the rear win dow to prevent damage to heating elements Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution wiping parallel to the heating elements Also keep all objects a safe distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating elements INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 191 4 ...

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Page 193: ...䡵 Automatic Transmission 199 Automatic Transmission 199 䡵 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 䡵 Limited Slip Rear Axle Differential If Equipped 218 䡵 Parking Brake 219 5 ...

Page 194: ...re Pressure 229 䡵 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 䡵 Supplemental Tire Pressure Information 241 䡵 Tire Chains 242 䡵 Snow Tires 243 䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations 244 䡵 Fuel ...

Page 195: ...ler 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 䡵 Snowplow 263 Dodge Dakota Models 263 䡵 Recreational Towing Behind Motorhome Etc 264 Recreational Towing 2WD Models 264 Recreational Towing 4WD ...

Page 196: ...ith the shift lever in NEUTRAL or PARK position Apply the brake before shifting to any driving range WARNING Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans mission cannot be started this way Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started ignite and damage the converter and vehicle If the vehicle has a discha...

Page 197: ...hile cranking the engine This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded CAUTION To prevent damage to the starter do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again If the engine has been flooded it may start to run but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released If this occurs continue cranking with the accel...

Page 198: ...which can damage your ve hicle Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running WARNING Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death Engine Block Heater If Equipped The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather Connect the cord to a standard 110 115 volt AC elect...

Page 199: ...t of Park Brake Transmission Interlock System This system prevents you from moving the gear shift out of Park and into any gear unless the brake pedal is pressed This system is active only while the ignition switch is in the ON position Always depress the brake pedal first before moving the gear selector out of PARK Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from Park or Neutral position int...

Page 200: ...arking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage WARNING It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear...

Page 201: ...es per hour 72 km h in this range 1 First For driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at low speeds 25 mph 40 km h or less when going down hill To prevent excessive engine speed do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h in this range Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec tronically controlled fourth and fifth if equipped speed Overdrive The transmission will autom...

Page 202: ...ission will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at this temperature If the transmission temperature becomes hot enough the TRANS TEMP light may illuminate and the transmission may downshift out of Overdrive until the transmission cools down After cooldown the transmission will resume normal opera tion The transmission will downshift from Overdrive to Drive if the accelerator...

Page 203: ...r engages automatically at a calibrated speed at light throttle It engages at higher speeds under heavier acceleration This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation in high gear When the vehicle speed drops below a calibrated speed or during acceleration the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages The feature is operational in Over drive and in Drive NOTE...

Page 204: ...e speed low until the clutch is fully engaged NOTE Damage to the clutch can result from starting in 2nd or 3rd gear with a loaded vehicle Use each gear in numerical order do not skip a gear When shifting from 5th to 6th gear do not apply exces sive knob load toward the Reverse gear gate as you may overpower Reverse crash through load and unintention ally clash into Reverse gear Also when shifting ...

Page 205: ... for acceleration Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions relatively steady speeds will result in increased fuel economy and may be used as indicated Higher upshift speeds may be used to obtain a desired acceleration rate 6 Speed Manual Transmission Shift Speed in mph km h En gine Model Axle Accel eration Rate 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 6 3 7L ALL 3 21 3 55 ACCEL CRUISE 15 24 10 16 24 39 1...

Page 206: ...NV233 is an electric shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch Transfer Case Switch which is located on the instrument panel The NV233 transfer case provides 4 mode positions 2 rear wheel drive high range 4 wheel drive high range 4 wheel drive low range and neutral The NV233 transfer case is designed to be driven in the 2 wheel drive position 2WD for normal street and high way ...

Page 207: ...ion indicator lights are located on the instrument cluster If there is no indicator light on or flashing the transfer case position is two wheel drive 2WD If the indicator light is on the desired position 4HI or 4LO has been obtained If One or More Shift Requirements are not Met 1 An indicator light will flash 2 The transfer case will not shift NOTE Before retrying a selection make certain that al...

Page 208: ...eeds must be equal for the shift to take place Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case When operating your vehicle in 4LO the engine speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD or 4HI positions at a given road speed Take care not to over speed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph 40 km h Proper operation of 4 wheel drive vehicles depend...

Page 209: ...ar Wheel Drive High Range Normal street and highway driving Dry hard surfaced roads 4HI 4 Wheel Drive High Range Locks the front and rear driveshafts together Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction for loose slippery road surfaces only 4LO 4 Wheel Drive Low Range Low speed 4 wheel drive Locks the front and rear driveshafts together Forces the front and rea...

Page 210: ...the 4WD Control Switch to the desired position Shifts between 2WD and 4HI can be done with the vehicle stopped or in motion With the vehicle in motion the transfer case will engage disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after turning the control switch If the vehicle is stopped the ignition key must be in the ON position with the engine either RUNNING or OFF This shift c...

Page 211: ...2 3 mph 3 5 km h 2 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL depress clutch on manual transmissions 3 While still rolling rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position 4 After the desired position indicator light is ON not flashing shift transmission back into gear release clutch on manual transmissions Alternate Procedure 1 Bring the vehicle to complete stop 2 With the key ON and the ...

Page 212: ...ns The NV244 is an electric shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch which is located on the instrument panel The NV244 transfer case provides 4 mode positions Normal all wheel drive high range 4 wheel drive high range 4 wheel drive low range and neutral This transfer case is equipped with an inter axle differ ential that allows driving the vehicle in the normal all wheel driv...

Page 213: ...owing only See Recreational Tow ing section for specific procedures on shifting into and out of Neutral N Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights Transfer case position indicator lights are located on the instrument cluster If there are no indicator lights on or flashing the transfer case position is all wheel drive AWD If an indicator light is on the desired position 4HI or 4LO has been met If On...

Page 214: ...ynchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for the shift to take place Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case When operating your vehicle in 4LO the engine speed is approximately three times that of the AWD or 4HI positions at a given road speed Take care not to over speed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph...

Page 215: ...ge Employs inter axle differential Allows front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds All road surfaces 4HI 4 Wheel Drive High Range Locks the transfer case inter axle differential Forces front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed Additional traction for loose slippery road surfaces only 4LO 4 Wheel Drive Low Range Low speed 4 wheel drive Locks the transfer case inter axle different...

Page 216: ...tate the 4WD Control Switch to the desired position Shifts between AWD and 4HI can be done with the vehicle stopped or in motion With the vehicle in motion the transfer case will engage disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after turning the control switch If the vehicle is stopped the ignition key must be in the ON position with the engine either RUNNING or OFF This sh...

Page 217: ...ING PROCEDURES Preferred Procedure 1 With engine RUNNING slow vehicle to 2 3 mph 3 5 km h 2 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL depress clutch on manual transmissions 3 Ensure ignition key is in the ON position with the engine either RUNNING or OFF While still rolling rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position 4 After the desired position indicator light is ON not flashing shi...

Page 218: ...ift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing LIMITED SLIP REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL IF EQUIPPED The limited slip differential provides additional traction on snow ice mud sand and gravel It improves traction when there is a difference between the characteristics of the surface under the right and left rear wheels During normal driving and cornering the limited slip ...

Page 219: ... is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel To release the parking brake pull the parking brake release handle Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked and the gear shift lever is in PARK position When parking on a hill you should apply the Parking Brake before placing the gear shift lever in PARK otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make i...

Page 220: ...r vehicle or vehicle may roll and cause damage or injury Also be certain to leave an automatic transmission in Park Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving failure to do so can lead to brake failure and an accident Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dan gerous for a number of reasons A child or ...

Page 221: ...ake performance under most braking conditions The system automatically controls the opera tion of the rear brakes to prevent rear wheel lockup The system remains operational in the four wheel drive mode The level of performance is reduced when the front brakes are locked up This will cause the rear brakes to lock up through the drivetrain which may reduce the effectiveness of the anti lock system ...

Page 222: ...otor makes a low humming noise during operation which is normal The Anti Lock Brake System includes an amber ABS warning light When the light is illuminated the Anti Lock Brake System is not functioning The system reverts to standard non anti lock brakes Turning the ignition OFF and ON again may reset the Anti Lock Brake System if the fault detected was only momentary WARNING Pumping of the Anti L...

Page 223: ...ty of others When you are in a severe braking condition involving use of the Anti lock Brake System you will experience some pedal drop as the vehicle comes to a stop This is the result of the system reverting to the base brake system Engagement of the Anti lock Brake System may be accompanied by a pulsing sensation You may also hear a clicking noise These occurrences are normal and indi cate that...

Page 224: ...ing the engine is most effective Allow the engine to idle with the transmission selector in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five rocking motion cycles This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE P Passenger Metric tire sizing is based on U S design standards P Metr...

Page 225: ...ic tires is the same as for P Metric tires except for the letters LT that are molded into the sidewall preced ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary Spare tires are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tires designed to this standard have the letter T molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa tion Example T145 80D18 103M High Flotation ti...

Page 226: ...k tire based on U S design standards T Temporary Spare tire 31 Overall Diameter in Inches in 215 Section Width in Milimeters mm 65 Aspect Ratio in Percent Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10 5 Section Width in Inches in R Construction Code R means Radial Construction D means Diagonal or Bias Construction 15 Rim Diameter in Inches in 226 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 227: ...itions ie tire pressure vehicle loading road conditions and posted speed limits Load Identification ⴖ blank ⴖ Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load SL Tire Extra Load XL Extra Load or Reinforced Tire Light Load Light Load Tire C D E Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load Maximum Load indicates the maximum lo...

Page 228: ...ol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA Code representing the tire manufacturing location 2 digits L9 Code representing the tire size 2 digits ABCD Code used by tire manufacturer 1 to 4 digits 03 Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured 2 digits 03 means the 3rd week 01 Num...

Page 229: ...e face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar For vehicles other than passenger cars the cold tire inflation pressures are listed on either the shutface of the driver s door the B pillar the Certification Label or in the Tire Inflation Pressures brochure in the glove compartment Tire Placard Location STARTING AND OPERATING 229 5 ...

Page 230: ...re to the loading conditions tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and the Vehicle Loading section of this manual NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWR s for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded For further information on GAWR s vehicle loading and trailer towing see the Vehicle Loading sect...

Page 231: ... load capacity is 650 lb since 5 x 150 750 and 1400 750 650 lb 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the...

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Page 233: ...and can cause accidents Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems You could lose control of your vehicle Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fai...

Page 234: ...ted on either the face of the driver s door or the driver s side B pillar For vehicles other than passenger cars the cold tire inflation pressures are listed on either the B pillar the Certification Label or in the Tire Inflation Pressures brochure in the glove compartment Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are less than the maximum loaded vehicle ...

Page 235: ...d tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres sure molded into the tire side wall Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures as tire pressures vary with temperature changes Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially i...

Page 236: ... with your vehicle under maxi mum load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail You could have a serious accident Don t drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph 120 km h Radial Ply Tires WARNING Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly The instability could cause...

Page 237: ...wear indicators appear in adjacent grooves the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to your spare Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare Do not inst...

Page 238: ...e first opportunity WARNING The limited use spare tires are for emergency use only Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle handling With this tire do not drive more than 60 mph 100 km h Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressure listed on either your tire placard or limited use spare tire and wheel assembly Replace or repair the original tire at the first opportunity and...

Page 239: ...heel no matter what the speed Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves and will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1 16 inch 2 mm When the indicators appear in 2 or more adjacent grooves the tire should be replaced Many stat...

Page 240: ...have on tire specifi cations or capability WARNING Do not use a tire wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspen sion dimensions and performance characteristics resulting in changes to steering handling and brak ing of your vehicle This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steering and suspension com p...

Page 241: ... proper diagnosis Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out of balance Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen gers 150 lbs 68 kg each plus 200 lbs 91kg of cargo Cold tire inflation pressures for a lightly loa...

Page 242: ...immediately if noise occurs that could suggest chain breakage Remove the damaged parts of the chain before further use Install chains as tightly as possible and then retighten after driving about 1 2 mile 0 8 km Do not exceed 45 mph 72 km h Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps especially with a loaded vehicle Do not install tire chains on front wheels of 4x2 vehicles Do not driv...

Page 243: ... not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are risking structural or body dam age to your vehicle SNOW TIRES Snow tires should be of the same size and type construc tion as the front tires Consult the manufacturer of the snow tire to determine any maximum vehicle speed requirement associated with the tire These tires should always be operated at the vehicle maximum capacity inflation pressu...

Page 244: ...otation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires Rotation will increase tread life help to main tain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving found in the Maintenance Schedules Section of this manual More frequent rotation is permis sible if de...

Page 245: ... manu facturer recommends the use of 91 octane for optimum performance Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine However continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experience these symptoms try another brand of regular gasoline...

Page 246: ...ng the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle CAUTION DO NOT use gasolines containing METHANOL Gasoline containing methanol may damage critical fuel system components MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane Gasolines blended with MMT provide no pe...

Page 247: ...d in the United States are required to contain effective detergent additives Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and would result in unnecessary cost There fore you should not have to add anything to the fuel ADDING FUEL NOTE If fuel is poured from a portable container the container should have a flexible nozzle long enough to extend into the fuel ...

Page 248: ...y tightened Make sure that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled WARNING A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle or on a truck bed You could be burned Always place gas containers on the ground while filling Fuel Filler Cap Gas Cap The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door If the gas cap is lost or damaged be sure the repla...

Page 249: ...ning Fuel System Cautions CAUTION Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle s performance The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance damage the emission control system An out of tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke...

Page 250: ...ibility of the manufacturer NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING Carbon monoxide CO in exhaust gases is deadly Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning Do not inhale exhaust gases They contain carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas which can kill Never run t...

Page 251: ... However you must keep the en gine maintained to assure proper operation and prevent possible damage NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you CAUTION Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition In the event of engine malfunction particularly involv ing engine misfire...

Page 252: ...y to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed Do not idle the engine for prolonged periods during very rough idle or malfunctioning operating condi tions Do not allow vehicle to run out of fuel VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin istration Regulations your vehicle ...

Page 253: ...ad weight a truck can carry including the weight of the driver all passengers options and cargo Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front and rear axles The load must be distributed in the cargo area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded Each axle GAWR is determined by the component in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity axle springs ...

Page 254: ...y for operation The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer cial scale to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded The weight on the front and rear of the vehicle should then be determined separately to be sure that the load is properly distributed over front and rear axle Weighing the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total loa...

Page 255: ...n the following example Note that neither GVWR nor GAWR capabilities are exceeded Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten service life NOTE The weights shown in this chart are not the weights for your vehicle Also the amount of load added to both the front and rear axles can be computed after the vehicle has been weighed both in its ⴖcurb weightⴖ condition and in its ⴖloaded and...

Page 256: ...eight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo consumables and equipment permanent or temporary loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and ready for operation condition TRAILER SWAY CONTROL is a telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associ ated with the telescoping motion to dampen any un wanted tr...

Page 257: ...icle Refer to the Certification label located at the driver s door for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating WARNING Improper towing can lead to an injury accident Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible Be sure the trailer is loaded heavier in front with 60 to 65 of the weight in front of the axle s Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trai...

Page 258: ... is secured in the trailer and will not shift during travel When trailering cargo that cannot be fully secured dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle Safety chains must always be used between your vehicle and trailer Connect trailer lighting and brakes using factory har nesses only Do not ...

Page 259: ...t Rating GCWR The Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating GCWR is the MAXIMUM allowable weight of the towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the weight of the loaded trailer Calculate the maximum trailer weight MTW by subtracting the towing vehicle s weight in cluding passengers and cargo from GCWR Trailer Towing Hitches With a Class IV Hitch you can tow a trailer with a Gross Trailer Weig...

Page 260: ...railer Towing Guideⴖ NOTE For trailer towing information maximum trailer weight ratings refer to the following website address http www dodge com towing In Canada refer to the following website address http www dodge ca Trailer Towing Requirements All Dodge Dakota trucks are intended to tow trailers up to 2 000 lbs 907 kg without added equipment or alterations to standard equipment Your vehicle ma...

Page 261: ...s not accept able The extra load may cause brake failure and you may be injured All Dakota models require an electrically actuated elec tric brake controller A blue colored connector for electric brake hookup is located under the instrument panel above the brake pedal Heavy trailer towing also may require breakaway electric trailer brakes anti sway devices or equalizing hitches for safe operation ...

Page 262: ... the following illustrations Cooling System Tips Trailer Towing To reduce potential for engine and transmission over heating take the following actions City Driving When stopped for short periods of time put transmission in neutral and increase engine idle speed 4 Pin Connector 7 Pin Connector 262 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 263: ...r position to eliminate excessive transmission shift ing This action will also reduce the possibility of trans mission overheating and provide better engine braking SNOWPLOW Dodge Dakota Models NOTE Do not use Dodge Dakota Models for snowplow applications WARNING Snowplows winches and other aftermarket equip ment should not be added to the front end of your vehicle The airbag crash sensors may be ...

Page 264: ...ect that the airbag will perform as described earlier in this manual RECREATIONAL TOWING BEHIND MOTORHOME ETC Recreational Towing 2WD Models Recreational towing of 2WD models is not allowable Towing the vehicle with the transmission in Neutral can cause severe transmission damage Removal of the drive shaft for towing is not recommended since this allows transmission fluid to leak out 264 STARTING ...

Page 265: ...tic Transmissions must be placed in P Park position for recreational towing Manual Transmissions must be placed in gear for example 4th gear for recreational towing Recreational Towing Procedure Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing CAUTION It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in Neutral N before recreational towi...

Page 266: ... through 5 are requirements that must be met prior to depressing the Neutral N selection button and must continue to be met until the 4 seconds elapses and the shift has been completed If any of these require ments with the exception of 3 Key ON are not met prior to depressing the Neutral N button or are no longer met during the 4 second timer then the Neutral N indicator light will flash continuo...

Page 267: ...ch on manual transmission 6 Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object depress the recessed transfer case Neutral N button for 1 second 7 After the Neutral N indicator light turns off release the Neutral N button 8 After the Neutral N button has been released the transfer case will shift to the position identified by the selector switch 9 Shift automatic transmission into Drive D release...

Page 268: ...ition indicator lights will be on or flashing NOTE Flashing neutral N position indicator light indicates that shift requirements have not been met WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral N position without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case Neutral N position disengages both the front and rear driveshaft...

Page 269: ...torms or when roads are slushy 2 Slow down if road has standing water or puddles 3 Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the car in front to avoid a collision in a sudden stop EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE The equipment Identification Plate is located on the hood inner surface The follow...

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Page 271: ...Adding Fuel 273 䡵 Changing A Flat Tire 274 Jack Location 274 Removing The Spare Tire 276 Tire Changing Procedure 278 䡵 Jump Starting 283 䡵 Emergency Tow Hooks If Equipped 286 䡵 Towing A Disabled Vehicle 287 Four Wheel Drive Vehicles 287 Two Wheel Drive Vehicles 287 6 ...

Page 272: ...witch a second time to turn off the emergency flashers This is an emergency warning system and should not be used when the vehicle is in motion Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service the flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition key removed and the vehicle locked 272 WHAT TO ...

Page 273: ...p slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury The volatility of present gasolines may cause a build up of pressure in the fuel tank that may increase while you drive This pressure can result in a spray of gasoline and or vapors when you remove the cap from a hot vehicle Removing the cap slowly allows the pressure to vent and prevents fuel spray Never allow any lit smok...

Page 274: ...jack and tire changing tools are accessed by lifting up the rear passen ger seat The jack is secured in place by turning the jack screw until the jack is secured into place A finger operated helper tool is provided to assist re moval and stowage of the jack This tool must be removed to operate the jack for changing the spare tire Jack Stowage Location Club Cab 274 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 275: ...Jack Stowage Location Club Cab Jack Stowage Location Quad Cab WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 275 6 ...

Page 276: ...e until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle When the spare is clear tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel Steps for Removing the Spare Tire Remove the jack from the stowage compartment using the supplied finger assist tool Remove the finger assist tool from jack and set aside unti...

Page 277: ... Rotate clockwise to stow the spare tire Inserting Lug Wrench and Extension Turning Lug Wrench and Extension WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 277 6 ...

Page 278: ...jack and fall on you You could be crushed Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack If you need to get under a raised vehicle take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift Do not raise this vehicle using a bumper jack The scissor jack is designed as a tool for changing tires on this vehicle only It ...

Page 279: ...ing hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally oppo site the jacking position For example if the right front wheel is being changed block the left rear wheel Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked Instructions 1 Lower and remove the spare wheel jack and tools from s...

Page 280: ...e and the wheel wrench the tube exten sion may be used but is not required When changing a rear wheel assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube Place the jack under the axle in the positions shown with the drive tubes extending to the rear Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench Positioning of the Jack Front Wheels Left Rear Jacking Location...

Page 281: ...cident It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire 5 Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel off Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel Lightly tighten the nuts To avoid risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not fully tighten the nuts until the vehicle has been lowered NOTE Do not ...

Page 282: ...or chrome wheels do not substitute with chrome plated wheel nuts WARNING Carefully follow these tire changing warnings 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 Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking Never s...

Page 283: ...it is firmly in place To Stow the Flat or Spare Wheel retainer does not fit through the center of the aluminum wheel The tire must be stored in a safe manner in the bed of the truck JUMP STARTING WARNING Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes skin or cloth ing Don t lean over battery when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other If aci...

Page 284: ...lace the automatic transmission in PARK and turn the ignition OFF on both vehicles 3 Turn OFF heater radio and all unnecessary electrical loads 4 Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery WARNING Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a grou...

Page 285: ... before attempting jump start 6 Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery 7 When removing the jumper cables reverse the above sequence exactly Be careful of the moving belts and fan WARNING Any procedure other than above could result in 1 Personal injury caused by electrolyte squi...

Page 286: ...gency tow hooks WARNING Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle Chains may break causing serious injury or death WARNING Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks Tow straps and chains may break causing serious injury 286 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 287: ...ecommends towing with all wheels OFF the ground Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised and the opposite end on a towing dolly Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Provided that the transmission is operable tow with the transmission in Neutral and the ignition key in the OFF position along with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on the ground The s...

Page 288: ...NOTE Towing the vehicle at more than 30 mph 50 km h or for more than 15 miles 25 km can cause severe transmission damage 288 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ...

Page 289: ...l Filler Cap Message 295 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs 295 䡵 Replacement Parts 297 䡵 Dealer Service 297 䡵 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 7 ...

Page 290: ... 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 䡵 Power Distribution Center Fuse Relay 328 䡵 Vehicle Storage 329 䡵 Replacement Light Bulbs 330 䡵 Bulb Replacement 330 Headlamps 330 Front Park And Turn Signal Lamp 334 Rear Side Marker Tail...

Page 291: ... High Mounted Stoplamp And Cargo Lamp 338 License Lamps 341 Fog Lamps 342 䡵 Fluids And Capacities 343 䡵 Recommended Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 344 Engine 344 Chassis 345 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 291 7 ...

Page 292: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3 7L V6 292 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 293: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4 7L 4 7HO V 8 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 293 7 ...

Page 294: ...Indicator Light It will also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist your service technician in making repairs Al though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing see your dealer for service as soon as possible CAUTION Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indica tor Light on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy...

Page 295: ...t MIL Resolving the problem will turn the MIL light off EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle s emissions control system Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration For states which have an I M Inspection and Maintenance requirement this check verifies the following the MIL Malfunction Indicator L...

Page 296: ...ank or the key is turned off This means that your vehicle s OBD system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I M station b The MIL light will remain fully illuminated until the first engine crank or the key is turned off This means that your vehicle s OBD system is ready and you can proceed to the I M station If your OBD system is not ready you should see your dealer or repair facility If...

Page 297: ...fied service personnel special tools and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner Service manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure yourself NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING You can be badly i...

Page 298: ...your vehicle s engine the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight 1 Position the vehicle on a level surface 2 Turn Off the engine and allow approximately 5 min utes for the oil to settle to the bottom of the crankcase 3 Remove...

Page 299: ...r underfilling the crankcase will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure This could dam age your engine Frequency Of Oil Change Road conditions and your style of driving affect the interval at which your oil should be changed Check the following to determine if ANY apply to you Day or night temperatures are below 32 F 0 C Stop and Go driving Extensive engine idling Driving in dusty conditions ...

Page 300: ...manual 4x4 Models If Used Primarily For Off Road Operation Every 50 hours of use Dusty Conditions Driving through dust laden air increases the problems of keeping abrasive materials out of the engine Under these conditions special attention should be given to the engine air cleaner The crankcase ventilation system should also be checked periodically Make sure that these units are always clean This...

Page 301: ...ow tempera ture starting and vehicle fuel economy Refer to your engine oil filler cap for the recommended engine oil viscosity for your vehicle For information on engine oil filler cap location see the Engine Compartment illustration in this section Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num ber should not be used Synthetic Engine O...

Page 302: ...ould be replaced at every engine oil change Engine Oil Filter Selection The manufacturer s engines have a full flow type oil filter Use a filter of this type for replacement The quality of replacement filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service Mopar威 Engine Oil Filters are a high quality oil filter and are recommended Drive Belts Check Con...

Page 303: ...ileage indicated in the Maintenance Chart New plugs should be installed at this mileage The entire set should be replaced if there is any malfunction due to a faulty spark plug Check the Vehicle Emissions Control Information label for the proper type of spark plug for your vehicle CAUTION When replacing plugs do not overtighten You could damage them and cause them to leak Engine Air Cleaner Filter...

Page 304: ... limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank frequent filter replacement may be necessary Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel only Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device Under normal operating conditions the catal...

Page 305: ...civil penalties being assessed against you WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex haust system Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any thing that can burn In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation a sco...

Page 306: ...res disconnected or removed such as when diagnostic testing or for prolonged periods during very rough idling or malfunctioning operating conditions Maintenance Free Battery All Dodge trucks are equipped with maintenance free batteries You will never have to add water nor is periodic maintenance required WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories con tain lead and lead compounds Alway...

Page 307: ...tified on the battery case Also if a fast charger is used while battery is in the vehicle disconnect both vehicle battery cables be fore connecting the charger to battery Do not use a fast charger to provide starting voltage Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer at the start of each warm season This ser...

Page 308: ...disconnected should be done by an experienced repairman Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar bon HFC that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro tection Agency and is an ozone saving product How ever the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment...

Page 309: ... constant velocity joints Periodic lubrication of these joints is not required However the joint boot should be inspected for external leakage or damage periodically If external leakage or damage is evident the joint boot and grease should be replaced immediately Continued op eration could result in failure of the joint due to water and dirt contamination of the grease This would require complete ...

Page 310: ...use deterioration of the wiper blades Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil gasoline etc Windshield Washers The fluid reservoir should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals When freezin...

Page 311: ...int or trim Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the com plete exhaust system and adjacent body...

Page 312: ...of radiator for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean the radiator core by gently spraying water from a garden hose at the back of the core Check the coolant bottle tubing for condition and tight ness of connection at coolant bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks WARNING You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator If you see or hear s...

Page 313: ...quiring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community Do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground Prevent ingestion by animals and children If ingested contact a physician or poison con trol specialist in your area Clean up any ground spills immediately Recommended Engine ...

Page 314: ... Coolant When adding coolant or refilling the system a minimum solution of 50 recommended HOAT ethylene glycol engine coolant antifreeze and distilled water should be used Use higher concentrations not to exceed 70 if temperatures below 34 F 37 C are anticipated Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water engine coolant solution The use of lower quality wa...

Page 315: ...HOT on the coolant pressure cap are a safety precaution Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system To prevent scalding or injury do not remove the pres sure cap when the system is hot or under pressure Coolant Level The coolant bottle system provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate With the engine idling and warmed to normal operating temperatur...

Page 316: ... glycol and distilled water E Make sure that the radiator and coolant bottle over flow hoses are not kinked or obstructed F Keep the front of the radiator clean If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning keep the front of the condenser clean also G The thermostat should not be changed for summer or winter operation If replacement is ever necessary install ONLY the correct type thermostat Ot...

Page 317: ...or removed during service Care should be taken in install ing new clamps to insure they are properly torqued Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve Proper operation of the crankcase ventilation system requires that the PCV valve be free of sticking or plug ging because of deposits Deposits can accumulate in the PCV valve and passage with increasing mileage Have the PCV valve hoses and passages c...

Page 318: ... disc brakes fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are replaced If the brake fluid level is abnormally low check system for leaks Refer to Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type WARNING Use of brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling point or is unidentified as to specifications may result i...

Page 319: ...d Brake Hoses Inspection should be performed whenever the brake system is serviced or at intervals specified Inspect hy draulic brake hoses for surface cracking scuffing or worn spots If there is any evidence of cracking scuffing or worn spots the hose should be replaced immediately Eventual deterioration of the hose can take place with possible burst failure WARNING Worn brake hoses can burst and...

Page 320: ... Parts for correct fluid type Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal operating temperature 180 F 82 C This occurs after at least 15 miles 24 km of driving At normal operating temperature the fluid cannot be held comfortably be tween the fingertips To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly the following procedure must be use...

Page 321: ...stick with the fluid at approximately 70 F 21 C room temperature If the fluid level is correctly established at room temperature it should be between the HOT upper reference holes when the transmission reaches 180 F 82 C Remember it is best to check the level at the normal operating temperature CAUTION Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50 F 10 C it may not register on the dipstick Do...

Page 322: ...ant that the transmission fluid be maintained at the pre scribed level using the recommended fluid CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac turers recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and or torque converter shudder Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturers recommended fluid will result in more frequent fluid and filter changes Refe...

Page 323: ...anufacturer does not recommend regularly sched uled oil changes for axles in vehicles whose operation is classified as normal truck service NOTE The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in corrosion and possible failure of differential components Operation of the vehicle in water as may be encountered in some off highway types of service will require draining and refilling the axle ...

Page 324: ...This symbol an example shown below is located on the grease container and identifies the appli cation and quality of the grease There are two groups identified those for wheel bearings Letter G and those for chassis Letter L lubrication Perfor mance categories within these groups result in dual letter designations for each group The letter des ignations shown in the ex ample are the highest qualit...

Page 325: ...ations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle What Causes Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle The most common causes are Road salt dirt and moisture accumulation Stone and gravel impact Insects tree sap and tar Salt in the air near seacoast localities Atmospheric fa...

Page 326: ...t of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil ity of the owner All wheels and wheel trim especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with mi...

Page 327: ...leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and Mopar威 Total Clean Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oil...

Page 328: ...ean with a wet soft rag A mild soap solution may be used but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners If soap is used wipe clean with a clean damp rag 2 Dry with a soft tissue Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners This will weaken the fabric Sun damage will also weaken the fabric If the belts need cleaning use a mild soap...

Page 329: ...g the two ignition off draw I O D fuses located in the Auxiliary Power Distribution Center PDC located in the engine compartment The I O D cavities include a snap in retainer that allows the fuse to be disconnected without removing it from the fuse block Pressing the I O D fuse back into the cavity reconnects it VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days we recommend tha...

Page 330: ... Reading Light WL212 2 LIGHT BULBS Outside Bulb No Headlight H13 Front Park Turn Sidemarker 3157NA Back Up 3157 Center High Mounted Stoplight 921 Fog Lamp 9145 Rear Sidemarker 168 License Plate Light 168 Rear Tail Stop Turn Signal 3057 BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamps Removing Attaching Screw 330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 331: ...crews attaching the headlamp housing to the inner panel 3 Grasp the headlamp and pull firmly to disengage the headlamp housing from the fender panel Removing Headlamp Assembly Removing Headlamp Assembly MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 7 ...

Page 332: ...connect Headlamp bulb connector 5 Twist 1 4 turn and remove Headlamp bulb from housing and replace 6 Twist 1 4 turn and remove bulb and socket from housing pull bulb straight out from socket and replace Removing Headlamp Bulb Unlocking Connector 332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 333: ...Removing Headlamp from Assembly Removing Headlamp Bulb MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 7 ...

Page 334: ...educes bulb life Front Park and Turn Signal Lamp Open the hood Remove the 3 screws attaching the headlamp hous ing to the inner panel Grasp the headlamp and pull firmly to disengage the headlamp housing from the fender panel NOTE It is not necessary to disconnect the connector to replace this bulb If the bulb socket needs replacement disconnect the connector Disconnecting Headlamp Bulb Connector 3...

Page 335: ...ket 1 4 turn and remove socket from housing Pull bulb straight from socket Reverse procedure to install new turn signal bulb Removing Turn Signal Bulb Disconnecting Turn Signal Connector MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 7 ...

Page 336: ...mp and Turn Signal Bulbs Replacement 1 Remove the two 2 screws that pass through the bed sheetmetal 2 Pull the taillamp housing straight out from the body Removing the Two 2 Screws Pulling Housing From Body 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 337: ...3 Rotate the bulb socket from the housing 4 Pull bulb straight out of socket Rotating Bulb Socket From Housing Pulling Bulb From Socket MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 7 ...

Page 338: ...ousing Place the two raised blocks passed the body Center High Mounted Stoplamp And Cargo Lamp 1 Remove the two 2 screws holding the housing lens to the body as shown Sliding Raised Blocks Past Body Removing Screws 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 339: ...2 Remove housing from Cab 3 Remove connector from housing tab for more clear ance Removing Housing from Cab Removing Connector from Tab MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 7 ...

Page 340: ...from housing 5 Pull desired bulb straight from the socket Outside Bulbs Cargo Lamps Inside Bulb Center High Mount Stop Lamp 6 Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous ing Removing Socket From Housing Pulling Bulb From Socket 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 341: ...License Lamps 1 Using a screw driver pry black rubber housing from the bumper 2 Rotate the socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise Removing Housing From Bumper Rotating Socket MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 7 ...

Page 342: ...connect connector from fog lamp by raising wire harness lock tab and pulling on wire harness connector 2 Rotate fog lamp bulb 1 4 turn counterclockwise and pull to remove from fog lamp housing 3 Reverse Procedure to install Pulling Bulb From Socket 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 343: ...d 6 Qt 5 7L 4 7L HO SAE 5W 30 API Certified 6 Qt 5 7L Cooling System includes 2 1 Qts 2L for coolant bottle 3 7L Mopar威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 13 3 Qt 12 5L 4 7L Mopar威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 13 3 Qt 12 5L 4 7L HO Mopar威 Antifreeze Coolant 5 Year 100 000 Mile Formula 13 3 Qt 12 5L NOTE All fluid capacities are approximate capacities MAINTAINING YOUR ...

Page 344: ... P N 5011764AB or equivalent Engine Oil Use SAE 5W 30 API Certified meeting material standard MS 6395 Engine Oil Filter Mopar威 Engine Oil Filter P N 5281090 or equivalent Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com partment Fuel Selection 3 7L 4 7L 87 Octane R M 2 Method Fuel Selection 4 7L HO 91 Octane R M 2 Method Recommend Not Required 344 MAINTAINING Y...

Page 345: ...Gear Lubricant MS9763 Rear Axle SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant MS 8985 Limited slip rear axles require Mopar威 limited slip additive MS 10111 Four ounces 118 ml should be added to the gear lubricant whenever a fluid change is made Brake Master Cylinder Mopar威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available then DOT 4 is acceptable Use only recommended brake fluids Pow...

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Page 347: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance 348 䡵 Emissions Testing 348 䡵 Maintenance Schedules 349 Schedule B 352 Schedule A 362 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 348: ... U S EPA or in the State of Califor nia California Air Resources Board regulations EMISSIONS TESTING In some localities it may be or will become a legal requirement to ensure that all emissions components and systems are functioning properly as a part of the test procedure The test center accomplishes this by checking the On Board Diagnostic System OBD system with an electronic scan tool If your v...

Page 349: ...ial service Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow schedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your coolant every 102 000 miles 163 000 km or 60 months whiche...

Page 350: ...le the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu racy of the oil level reading Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required Once a Month Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir brake master c...

Page 351: ...nt suspen sion components Check the automatic transmission fluid level if equipped Check the manual transission fluid level if equipped Check the coolant level hoses and clamps MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 351 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 352: ... police or delivery service commercial service Off road or desert operation If equipped for and operating with E 85 ethanol fuel NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first and follow schedule B of the Maintenance Schedules section of this manual NOTE If ANY of these apply to you then change your coolant every 102 000 m...

Page 353: ...4 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter or at 3 months whichever comes first X X X X X Rotate tires X X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X SCHEDULE B 353 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 354: ...hichever comes first X X X X X Rotate tires X X X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X 354 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 355: ...ge engine oil and engine oil filter or at 3 months whichever comes first X X X X X Rotate tires X X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X SCHEDULE B 355 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 356: ...leaner filter replace if necessary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required X Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid change filter 3 7L X Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump filter 4 7L X Inspect transfer case fluid 4X4 X Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months or 102 000 mil...

Page 357: ...il filter or at 3 months whichever comes first X X X X Rotate tires X X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if re quired X SCHEDULE B 357 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 358: ...X X Rotate tires X X X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if neces sary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if re quired X 358 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 359: ...00 163 000 Change engine oil and engine oil filter or at 3 months whichever comes first X X X X Rotate tires X X Flush and replace engine coolant if not done at 60 months X Change rear axle fluid X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X SCHEDULE B 359 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 360: ...ge rear axle fluid X X Change front axle fluid 4X4 X X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required X X Drain and refill transfer case fluid 4X4 X Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid change filter 3 7L X 360 SCHEDULE B 8 M A I N T E ...

Page 361: ...replace engine coolant if not re placed at 102 000 miles 163 000 km X This applies only if your vehicle is used for police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all re ceipts This maintenance is recommended by the manufac turer to the owner but not required to maintain the emissions warranty SCHED...

Page 362: ...00 Months 6 12 18 24 30 Change engine oil and engine oil filter X X X X X Rotate tires X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace as neces sary X Replace spark plugs X 362 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 363: ... X X X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months if not replaced at 102 000 miles 163 000 km X Inspect brake linings X X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required X SCHEDULE A 363 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 364: ... engine oil filter X X X X X Rotate tires X X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level 4X4 X Inspect brake linings X X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required X 364 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 365: ...e engine coolant if not done at 102 000 miles 163 000 km X Inspect brake linings X Inspect engine air cleaner filter replace as necessary X Replace spark plugs X Inspect PCV valve replace as necessary X This maintenance is recommended by the manufac turer to the owner but not required to maintain the emissions warranty Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observ...

Page 366: ...tor vehicle Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic 366 SCHEDULE A 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

Page 367: ...ce For Your Vehicle 368 Prepare For The Appointment 368 Prepare A List 368 Be Reasonable With Requests 368 䡵 If You Need Assistance 368 䡵 Warranty Information U S Vehicles Only 370 䡵 Mopar威 Parts 372 䡵 Reporting Safety Defects 372 In Canada 372 䡵 Publication Order Forms 373 9 ...

Page 368: ...the end of the day discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction We want you to be happy...

Page 369: ... office Dealership name Vehicle identification number Vehicle delivery date and mileage DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P O Box 21 8004 Auburn Hills MI 48321 8004 Phone 800 992 1997 DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc Customer Center P O Box 1621 Windsor Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone 800 465 2001 In Mexico contact Av Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma 1240 Sante Fe C P 05109 Mexico D F In Mexico 9...

Page 370: ...The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer s Service Contract It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer s Service Contract If you purchased a service contract that is not a manufacturer s Service Contract and you require service after your manufactur er s new vehicle limited warranty expires please refer to your contrac...

Page 371: ...U S Vehicles Only IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 371 9 ...

Page 372: ...may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Wash ington DC area or write to NHTSA U S Dept of Transportation Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety fr...

Page 373: ...ts is written in straightforward language with illustrations diagrams and charts Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Filled with diagrams charts and detailed illustrations these practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer controlled vehicle systems and features They show exactly how to find and correct problems the first time using step by step trouble...

Page 374: ...Call Toll Free at 1 800 890 4038 U S 1 800 387 1143 Canada Or Visit us on the World Wide Web at www techauthority daimlerchrysler com www daimlerchrysler ca manuals 374 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...

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Page 376: ...nd Balance 241 Alterations Modifications Vehicle 6 Antenna Satellite Radio 181 Antifreeze Engine Coolant 313 314 343 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 221 222 Anti Lock Warning Light 155 Anti Theft System 27 154 Appearance Care 325 Arming Theft System 27 Auto Unlock Doors 18 Automatic Dimming Mirror 82 Automatic Door Locks 18 Automatic Transaxle 199 Automatic Transmission 196 199 320 Adding Fluid 321 Flu...

Page 377: ...222 Disc Brakes 318 Fluid Check 318 Hoses 319 Master Cylinder 318 Parking 219 Warning Light 155 157 Brake Transmission Interlock 199 Break In Recommendations New Vehicle 72 Bulb Replacement 330 Bulbs Light 330 Calibration Compass 131 Camper 144 Capacities Fluid 343 Caps Filler Oil Engine 301 Power Steering 308 Car Washes 325 Carbon Monoxide Warning 145 250 Cargo Light 118 Cargo Vehicle Loading 252...

Page 378: ...e 183 Compact Spare Tire 237 Compass 131 Compass Calibration 131 Compass Variance 132 Computer Trip Travel 127 Console Floor 141 Console Overhead 126 Contract Service 370 Converter Catalytic 251 Coolant 315 Coolant Pressure Cap 315 Cooling System 312 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 314 Coolant Capacity 343 Coolant Level 315 Disposal of Used Coolant 313 Drain Flush and Refill 313 Inspection 312 Points to...

Page 379: ...il Engine 298 Power Steering 308 Disarming Theft System 28 Disc Brakes 318 Disposal Used Coolant 313 Door Ajar Light 156 Door Locks 16 Door Opener Garage 133 Drive Belts 302 Drive Shaft Universal Joints 309 Electric Remote Mirrors 83 Electrical Power Outlets 139 Electronic Speed Control 123 Emergency In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck 224 Jacking 278 Overheating 315 Tow Hooks 286 Towing 287 Emi...

Page 380: ...ting 315 Starting 196 Temperature Gauge 152 Entry System Illuminated 15 Equipment Identification Plate 269 Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze 313 Event Data Recorder 57 Exhaust Gas Caution 73 250 312 Exhaust System 73 311 Extender Seat Belt 40 Exterior Lighting 116 Filters Air Cleaner 303 Engine Fuel 304 Engine Oil 302 344 Engine Oil Disposal 302 Flashers Hazard Warning 272 Turn Signal 118 152 336 Flat Ti...

Page 381: ...her 272 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle 224 Front Axle 324 Fuel 245 Adding 247 Filter 304 Gauge 152 Octane Rating 245 344 Requirements 245 343 Tank Capacity 343 Fueling 247 Fuses 328 Garage Door Opener 133 Gas Cap 248 295 Gas Gauge Fuel Gauge 152 Gasoline 245 Gasoline Reformulated 246 Gauges Coolant Temperature 152 Fuel 152 Odometer 155 156 Speedometer 154 Tachometer 155 Gear Ranges 199 Glass Cleaning 328...

Page 382: ...s 112 Heater Engine Block 198 High Beam Indicator 153 High Beam Low Beam Select Dimmer Switch 119 Hitches Trailer Towing 259 Holder Cup 143 Homelink Transmitter 133 Hood Release 112 Hoses 316 Ignition 13 Key 10 13 Lock 13 Illuminated Entry 15 Infant Restraint 59 Inflation Pressure Tires 241 Inside Rearview Mirror 81 Instrument Cluster 152 Instrument Panel and Controls 150 Instrument Panel Lens Cle...

Page 383: ...H Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren 62 Lights 74 114 Airbag 54 158 Anti Lock Warning 155 Back Up 336 Brake Warning 157 Bulb Replacement 330 Cargo 118 Center Mounted Stop 338 Courtesy Reading 127 Cruise 158 Daytime Running 117 Door Ajar 156 Fog 117 153 342 Hazard Warning Flasher 272 Headlights 116 High Beam 119 High Beam Low Beam Select 119 Instrument Cluster 152 Intensity Control 115 Interior ...

Page 384: ...tection 20 Door 16 Ignition 13 Keys 10 Power Door 17 Steering Wheel 13 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren LATCH 62 Lubricating Oil 324 Lubrication Body 309 Lug Nuts 282 Lumbar Support 109 Maintenance Free Battery 306 Maintenance Procedures 298 Maintenance Schedule 349 Schedule A 362 Schedule B 352 Malfunction Indicator Light 157 295 Manual Service 373 Manual Transmission 196 204 320 Fluid Level...

Page 385: ...e 298 344 Capacity 343 Change Interval 299 Dipstick 298 Disposal 302 Filter 302 344 Filter Disposal 302 Identification Logo 301 Materials Added to 302 Recommendation 300 343 Synthetic 301 Viscosity 301 343 Onboard Diagnostic System 294 295 Opener Garage Door 133 Outside Rearview Mirrors 82 Overdrive 155 201 Overdrive OFF Switch 201 Overhead Console 126 127 Overhead Travel Information Center 127 Ov...

Page 386: ...ring 223 308 Windows 29 Power Steering Fluid 345 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts 40 Preparation for Jacking 279 Pretensioners Seat Belts 38 Programmable Electronic Features 134 138 Programming Transmitters 25 134 138 Quad Cab 112 Radial Ply Tires 236 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Cap 315 Radio Broadcast Signals 159 Radio Operation 161 166 184 Radio Reception 159 Radio Satellite 178 Radio Sound Syste...

Page 387: ...ontrols 182 Replacement Keys 12 Replacement Parts 297 Replacement Tires 240 Reporting Safety Defects 372 Restraints Child 59 64 Restraints Occupant 31 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck 224 Rotation Tires 244 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 74 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 74 Safety Defects Reporting 372 Safety Information Tire 224 Safety Tips 73 Satellite Radio 178 Satellite Radio Antenna 181 Schedule Maint...

Page 388: ...vice Contract 370 Service Manuals 373 Setting the Clock 160 Shift Speeds 205 Shifting Automatic Transmission 199 Manual Transmission 204 Transfer Case 206 Transfer Case Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral N 265 Transfer Case Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral N 267 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage 37 Shoulder Belts 32 Signals Turn 118 152 336 Snow Chains Tire Chains 242 Snow Plow 263 Snow Tires 24...

Page 389: ...l 301 Tachometer 155 Tailgate 143 Taillights 336 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 152 Tether Anchor Child Restraint 62 Theft System Arming 27 Theft System Disarming 28 Thermostat 316 Tilt Steering Column 122 Tire and Loading Information Placard 229 230 241 Tire Identification Number TIN 228 Tire Markings 224 Tire Safety Information 224 Tires 74 233 Air Pressure 233 Alignment 241 Chains 242 Changin...

Page 390: ...verter Clutch 203 Tow Hooks Emergency 286 Towing 256 Disabled Vehicle 287 Guide 260 Recreational 264 Weight 260 Traction 269 Trailer Towing 256 Cooling System Tips 262 Hitches 259 Minimum Requirements 260 Trailer and Tongue Weight 258 Wiring 261 Trailer Towing Guide 260 Trailer Weight 260 Transaxle 199 Automatic 199 Operation 199 Transfer Case 323 Fluid 345 Transmission 199 320 Automatic 196 199 3...

Page 391: ...ses 316 Variance Compass 132 Vehicle Identification Number 5 Vehicle Loading 230 252 Vehicle Modifications Alterations 6 Vehicle Storage 329 Warning Lights Instrument Cluster Description 152 Warnings and Cautions 5 Warranty Information 370 Washers Windshield 121 Washing Vehicle 325 Weight Load Carrying 252 Wheel Alignment and Balance 241 Wheel and Wheel Trim 326 Wheel Changing 274 Wheel Mounting 2...

Page 392: ...Windshield Washers 120 121 310 Fluid 120 310 Windshield Wiper Blades 310 Windshield Wipers 120 Wiper Blade Replacement 310 Wipers Intermittent 120 Wrecker Towing 287 392 INDEX ...

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