Dodge Dakota 2006 User Manual

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INTRODUCTION .............................................................3
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ..............................7
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ..............................75
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS .........................................147
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STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................197
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ..............................................281
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................................299
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ..................................................359
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE .........................................381
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INDEX ....................................................................389
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Dodge Dakota 2006 Specifications

General

Brand	Dodge
Model	Dakota 2006
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

INTRODUCTION

Warnings And Cautions

Important safety warnings against hazardous procedures.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Door Locks

Information on manual and power door locking systems.

Remote Keyless Entry

Operation of the key fob for locking, unlocking, and panic alarm.

Child Restraint

Guidelines for using child restraint systems.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS

Lap/Shoulder Belts

Description and operation of lap/shoulder seat belts.

Seat Belt Pretensioners

Devices that remove slack from seat belts in a collision.

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

Details on airbags as a supplement to seat belt restraint systems.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™) — If Equipped

Overview of the UConnect™ voice-activated communication system.

Seats

Information on seat adjustments and features.

Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped

Device that controls accelerator operation at set speeds.

Garage Door Opener — If Equipped

Using the HomeLink Universal Transceiver.

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

Instrument Cluster

Identification and function of gauges and indicators.

Operating Instructions - Radio Mode

Climate Controls

Setting interior comfort conditions using rotary knobs.

Operation Instructions - Hands Free Phone — If Equipped

Referencing the UConnect™ system section.

Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION

Seat Belt Reminder Light

Malfunction Indicator Light

Monitors emissions and engine control systems.

BRAKE System Warning Light

Indicates parking brake or low brake fluid.

CLIMATE CONTROLS

Air Conditioning And Heater

Operation of the air conditioning and heating system.

STARTING AND OPERATING

Starting Procedures

Steps for starting the engine manually and automatically.

Fuel Requirements

Automatic Transmission

Information on operating the automatic transmission.

Carbon Monoxide Warnings

Precautions to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

Four-Wheel Drive Operation

Operating the transfer case in different modes.

Vehicle Loading

Parking Brake

TRAILER TOWING

Safety tips and limits for towing trailers.

STARTING PROCEDURES

BRAKE SYSTEM

Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System — (If Equipped)

Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System — If Equipped

How the 4-wheel ABS system aids driver control.

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION

Tire Loading and Tire Pressure

Information on tire placard and loading capacity.

Tires—General Information

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

CHANGING A FLAT TIRE

Procedure for changing a flat tire, including tool locations.

Jump Starting

Procedure for jump-starting a vehicle's battery.

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

Guidelines for towing disabled vehicles.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II

How the OBD II system monitors vehicle performance and emissions.

Engine Oil

Checking engine oil level and procedures.

Brake System

Information on power disc brakes and master cylinders.

Cooling System

Coolant checks and maintenance procedures.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Maintenance Schedules

Schedule “B”

Maintenance schedule for severe operating conditions.

Schedule “A”

Maintenance schedule for normal operating conditions.

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Suggestions For Obtaining Service ForYour Vehicle

If You Need Assistance

Contacting the manufacturer for further assistance.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and the manufacturer.