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Dodge 2005 Dakota User Manual

Dodge 2005 Dakota
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS
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STARTING AND OPERATING
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
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INDEX
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Table of Contents

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Dodge 2005 Dakota Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDodge
Model2005 Dakota
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Warnings And Cautions

Important warnings and cautions regarding vehicle operation and safety.

Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

Occupant Restraints

Explanation of safety features including seat belts and airbags.

Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags

Details on the function and components of the vehicle's airbag system.

Child Restraint

Guidelines for safely installing and using child restraint systems.

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™) — If Equipped

Using the UConnect system for voice-activated communication.

Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped

How to activate, set, and deactivate the cruise control system.

Instrument Panel and Controls

Instrument Cluster

Identification of gauges and indicators on the instrument cluster.

Instrument Cluster Description

Detailed explanation of each gauge and indicator's function.

Seat Belt Reminder Light

Functionality of the seat belt reminder and its relation to airbags.

ABS Warning Light

Information on the Anti-Lock Brake System warning light.

Malfunction Indicator Light

Understanding the check engine light and emissions system monitoring.

Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone — If Equipped

Using the UConnect system for hands-free phone calls.

Starting and Operating

Starting Procedures

General guidelines for safely starting the vehicle's engine.

Automatic Transmission

Starting procedures for vehicles with automatic transmissions.

Gear Ranges

Explanation of different gear selector positions and their uses.

Four-Wheel Drive Operation

Operating instructions and precautions for the four-wheel drive system.

NV 233 Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions

Details on operating the NV233 transfer case and its modes.

FUEL REQUIREMENTS

Recommended fuel types, octane ratings, and quality specifications.

Carbon Monoxide Warnings

Precautions to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

TRAILER TOWING

Recommendations and requirements for towing trailers.

What to Do in Emergencies

Changing A Flat Tire

Step-by-step instructions for changing a flat tire.

Jump Starting

Safe procedures for jump starting a vehicle's battery.

Towing A Disabled Vehicle

Proper methods for towing a disabled vehicle.

Maintaining Your Vehicle

Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II

Understanding the OBD II system for vehicle diagnostics.

Engine Oil

Guidelines for checking and maintaining the engine oil level.

Brake System

Information on brake system components and maintenance.

Automatic Transmission

Proper procedure for checking automatic transmission fluid level.

Maintenance Schedules

Schedule “B”

Maintenance schedule for severe operating conditions.

Schedule “A”

Maintenance schedule for normal operating conditions.

If You Need Consumer Assistance

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report potential safety defects to NHTSA and Transport Canada.

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