Dodge 2005 Dakota - Operation Tips Chart

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190 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

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Introduction1
Table of Contents3
Introduction4
How to Use this Manual4
Vehicle Identification Number5
Warnings and Cautions5
Vehicle Modifications / Alterations6
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle9
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the9
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 710
A Word about Your Keys10
Key-In-Ignition Reminder10
Sentry Key - if Equipped11
Ignition and Steering Lock13
Manual Transmissions13
Automatic Transmissions14
Illuminated Entry15
Vehicles Equipped with Power Door Locks15
Door Locks16
Manual Door Locks16
Power Door Locks17
Child Protection Door Lock20
Remote Keyless Entry21
To Unlock the Doors22
To Lock the Doors22
Using the Panic Alarm24
General Information24
Programming Additional Transmitters25
Battery Replacement26
Security Alarm System - if Equipped27
To Set the Alarm27
To Disarm the System28
Windows29
Power Windows29
Auto down30
Window Lockout Switch30
Sliding Rear Window31
Wind Buffeting31
Occupant Restraints31
Lap/Shoulder Belts32
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage37
Automatic Locking Mode (if Equipped)38
Center Lap Belts38
Seat Belt Pretensioners38
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert)39
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women40
Seat Belt Extender40
Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-Airbags41
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch - if Equipped55
Event Data Recorder (EDR)57
Child Restraint59
Engine Break-In Recommendations72
Safety Tips73
Exhaust System73
Vehicle74
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle74
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle77
Mirrors81
Inside Day/Night Mirror81
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped82
Outside Mirrors82
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature - if Equipped82
Electric Remote-Control Mirrors83
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped84
Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - if Equipped84
Operation86
Phone Call Features92
Uconnect™ System Features95
Advanced Phone Connectivity99
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect™ System101
Seats107
Manual Seat Adjustment107
Front Seats Manual Seat Recliners108
Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment - if Equipped109
Adjustable Head Restraints - Front Seating Positions109
Way Power Seat Adjuster - Driver's Side Only110
Club Cab/Quad Cab Rear Seat112
Heated Seats - if Equipped112
To Open and Close the Hood112
Lights114
Interior Lights114
Battery Saver115
Headlamp Delay116
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights116
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)117
Lights-On Reminder117
Fog Lights - if Equipped117
Cargo Light - if Equipped118
Multifunction Control Lever118
Turn Signals118
Passing Light119
High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch119
Windshield Wipers120
Windshield Washers121
Tilt Steering Column122
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped123
To Activate123
To Set at a Desired Speed123
To Deactivate123
To Resume Speed124
To Vary the Speed Setting124
To Accelerate for Passing125
Overhead Console126
Courtesy/Reading Lights127
Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer127
US/M Button127
Reset Button128
Global Reset128
Step Button129
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)129
Distance to Empty (DTE)129
Trip Odometer (ODO)130
Elapsed Time (ET)130
C/T Button130
Compass/Temperature Display131
Automatic Compass Calibration131
Manual Compass Calibration131
To Put into a Calibration Mode132
Outside Temperature133
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped133
Programming Homelink134
Canadian Programming/Gate Programming137
Using Homelink138
Erasing Homelink Buttons138
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button138
Security139
Electrical Power Outlets139
Electrical Outlet Use with Engine off (Battery Fed Configuration)140
Floor Console - if Equipped141
Floor Console Features141
Center Storage Compartment - if Equipped142
Cup Holders143
Tailgate143
Slide-In Campers144
Camper Applications144
General Information145
Carbon Monoxide Warning Vehicles Equipped with a Cap or Slide-In Campers145
Instrument Panel and Controls147
Instruments and Controls150
Instrument Cluster151
Instrument Cluster Description152
Radio Reception Information159
AM Reception159
FM Reception159
Electronic Digital Clock160
Clock Setting Procedure160
Sales Code REF - AM/FM/CD (Single Disc) Radio with Optional Hands Free Phone Capability161
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode161
Operation Instructions - CD Mode164
Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone - if Equipped166
Sales Code RAQ - AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, and Video Capabilities166
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode166
Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)170
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)172
Notes on Playing MP3 Files174
Operation Instructions176
MP3 Audio Play)176
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)176
Satellite Radio - if Equipped178
System Activation179
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)179
Selecting Satellite Mode in REF Radios180
Selecting Satellite Mode in RAQ Radios180
Selecting a Channel180
Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels181
Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if Equipped)181
PTY Button Scan181
PTY Button Seek181
Satellite Antenna181
Reception Quality182
Remote Sound System Controls - if Equipped182
Radio Operation183
CD Player183
Compact Disc Maintenance183
Radio Operation and Cellular Phones184
Climate Controls184
Air Conditioning and Heater185
Operating Tips188
Operation Tips Chart190
Rear Window Defroster - if Equipped191
Starting and Operating195
Starting Procedures196
Manual Transmission196
Automatic Transmission196
Normal Starting197
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped198
Automatic Transmission199
Four-Wheel Drive Operation206
NV 233 Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions206
Shifting Procedure - NV233 Transfer Case210
NV244 Transfer Case Operating Information / Precautions212
Shifting Procedure - NV244 Transfer Case216
Limited-Slip Rear Axle Differential- if Equipped218
Parking Brake219
Brake System221
Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - (if Equipped)221
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - if Equipped222
Power Steering223
Rocking the Vehicle224
Tire Safety Information224
Tire Markings224
Tire Identification Number (TIN)228
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure229
Tires-General Information233
Tire Pressure233
Tire Inflation Pressures234
Radial-Ply Tires236
Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped237
Limited Use Spare - if Equipped238
Tire Spinning238
Tread Wear Indicators239
Replacement Tires240
Alignment and Balance241
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information241
Tire Chains242
Snow Tires243
Tire Rotation Recommendations244
Fuel Requirements245
Reformulated Gasoline246
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends246
MMT in Gasoline246
Materials Added to Fuel247
Adding Fuel247
Fuel System Cautions249
Carbon Monoxide Warnings250
Catalytic Converter251
Vehicle Loading252
Certification Label252
Curb Weight254
Loading254
Trailer Towing256
Definitions256
Trailer and Tongue Weight258
Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (GCWR)259
Trailer Towing-Hitches259
Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)260
Trailer Towing Requirements260
Trailer Tow Wiring261
Cooling System Tips-Trailer Towing262
Snowplow263
Dodge Dakota Models263
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)264
Recreational Towing 2WD Models264
Recreational Towing 4WD Models265
Traction269
Equipment Identification Plate269
What to Do in Emergencies271
Hazard Warning Flasher272
Adding Fuel273
Changing a Flat Tire274
Jack Location274
Removing the Spare Tire276
Tire Changing Procedure278
Jump Starting283
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped286
Towing a Disabled Vehicle287
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles287
Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles287
Maintaining Your Vehicle289
Engine Compartment 3.7L V6292
Engine Compartment 4.7L/4.7HO V-8293
Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II294
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message295
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance295
Programs295
Replacement Parts297
Dealer Service297
Maintenance Procedures298
Engine Oil298
Engine Oil Filter302
Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tensioner302
Spark Plugs303
Engine Air Cleaner Filter303
Engine Fuel Filter304
Catalytic Converter304
Maintenance-Free Battery306
Air Conditioner Maintenance307
Power Steering - Fluid Check308
Front Suspension Ball Joints309
Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints309
Body Lubrication309
Windshield Wiper Blades310
Windshield Washers310
Exhaust System311
Cooling System312
Emission Related Components316
Brake System318
Clutch Hydraulic System319
Manual Transmission320
Automatic Transmission320
Transfer Case323
Axles323
Selection of Lubricating Grease324
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion325
Power Distribution Center (Fuse/Relay)328
Vehicle Storage329
Replacement Light Bulbs330
Bulb Replacement330
Headlamps330
Front Park and Turn Signal Lamp334
Rear Side Marker, Taillamps/Stoplamp, and Turn Signal Bulbs - Replacement336
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp and Cargo Lamp338
License Lamps341
Fog Lamps342
Fluids and Capacities343
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts344
Engine344
Chassis345
Emission Control System Maintenance348
Emissions Testing348
Maintenance Schedules349
Schedule "B352
Schedule "A362
If You Need Consumer Assistance367
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle368
Prepare for the Appointment368
Prepare a List368
Be Reasonable with Requests368
If You Need Assistance368
Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)370
Mopar Parts372
Reporting Safety Defects372
In Canada372
Publication Order Forms373

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