Owner's Manual
Page 10
... cut. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition and turn the ignition to start the vehicle. then turn on during vehicle operation, it cannot be performed at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15 seconds. Turn the ignition back to the ON position within 60 seconds of having the Sentry Key System serviced, bring all of purchase, the original owner is one which has...
... cut. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition and turn the ignition to start the vehicle. then turn on during vehicle operation, it cannot be performed at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15 seconds. Turn the ignition back to the ON position within 60 seconds of having the Sentry Key System serviced, bring all of purchase, the original owner is one which has...
Owner's Manual
Page 12
... interior lights will illuminate in the PARK position. Move the steering wheel left and right while turning the key until all doors are unlocked using the key fob. It may be inserted or withdrawn only in the ignition lock cylinder to rotate to provide antitheft protection for 30 seconds after the key is in the vehicle when the doors are closed , or until it turns easily. Automatic Transmissions...
... interior lights will illuminate in the PARK position. Move the steering wheel left and right while turning the key until all doors are unlocked using the key fob. It may be inserted or withdrawn only in the ignition lock cylinder to rotate to provide antitheft protection for 30 seconds after the key is in the vehicle when the doors are closed , or until it turns easily. Automatic Transmissions...
Owner's Manual
Page 13
... an accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. 2 WARNING! The ignition key will unlock all the locks on your vehicle. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 There is also a battery saver feature that will turn the interior lights off after 15 minutes if the ignition is OFF and a door is left open or the dimmer control is in...
... an accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. 2 WARNING! The ignition key will unlock all the locks on your vehicle. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 There is also a battery saver feature that will turn the interior lights off after 15 minutes if the ignition is OFF and a door is left open or the dimmer control is in...
Owner's Manual
Page 17
... you to lock or unlock the doors from the OFF position to indicate the feature has been disabled. 7. Within 10 seconds cycle the key from distances up to unlock all the doors. A single chime will be heard to the ON position four times; THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY - IF EQUIPPED illuminated entry will initiate, the parking lights will...
... you to lock or unlock the doors from the OFF position to indicate the feature has been disabled. 7. Within 10 seconds cycle the key from distances up to unlock all the doors. A single chime will be heard to the ON position four times; THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY - IF EQUIPPED illuminated entry will initiate, the parking lights will...
Owner's Manual
Page 19
... Panic Mode, the door locks and remote keyless entry systems will automatically cancel after 3 minutes or if the vehicle is started and exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). Release both buttons and a single chime will be heard. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Using the Panic Alarm To activate the Panic mode while the ignition is OFF press and release the PANIC button...
... Panic Mode, the door locks and remote keyless entry systems will automatically cancel after 3 minutes or if the vehicle is started and exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). Release both buttons and a single chime will be heard. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Using the Panic Alarm To activate the Panic mode while the ignition is OFF press and release the PANIC button...
Owner's Manual
Page 21
... This system monitors the vehicle doors and ignition for an additional 15 minutes. The horn will sound repeatedly for 3 minutes and the headlights and security light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly to lock the doors. NOTE: Do not touch the battery terminals that the system is 2 The recommended replacement battery is disarmed. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. When the alarm is an even...
... This system monitors the vehicle doors and ignition for an additional 15 minutes. The horn will sound repeatedly for 3 minutes and the headlights and security light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly to lock the doors. NOTE: Do not touch the battery terminals that the system is 2 The recommended replacement battery is disarmed. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. When the alarm is an even...
Owner's Manual
Page 34
... the system, it turns on as the airbags inflate to restrain the driver and front passenger. Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch - If Equipped The passenger front airbag is to be turned off . These include all of the items listed above except the knee bolsters, the instrument panel, and the steering wheel and column If the key is no rear seat, because the rear WARNING! The airbag covers separate and fold out...
... the system, it turns on as the airbags inflate to restrain the driver and front passenger. Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch - If Equipped The passenger front airbag is to be turned off . These include all of the items listed above except the knee bolsters, the instrument panel, and the steering wheel and column If the key is no rear seat, because the rear WARNING! The airbag covers separate and fold out...
Owner's Manual
Page 37
... Response System If the airbags deploy after the vehicle has stopped moving, the interior lights will unlock automatically. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 WARNING! Have the airbags replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. In addition, approximately 10 seconds after an impact and the electrical system remains functional, vehicles equipped with power door locks will light until the ignition switch is dangerous to...
... Response System If the airbags deploy after the vehicle has stopped moving, the interior lights will unlock automatically. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 WARNING! Have the airbags replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. In addition, approximately 10 seconds after an impact and the electrical system remains functional, vehicles equipped with power door locks will light until the ignition switch is dangerous to...
Owner's Manual
Page 46
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Restraint Tether Anchor Regular Cab models have three anchorages, one behind the passenger's seat. 3. Improper installation can lead to failure of the rear seat positions (rear left, center, and right seat positions). It could be seriously injured or killed. Tether Straps at the Front Passenger's Seat (Regular Cab With All Seats) 1. WARNING! The child could come loose in...
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Restraint Tether Anchor Regular Cab models have three anchorages, one behind the passenger's seat. 3. Improper installation can lead to failure of the rear seat positions (rear left, center, and right seat positions). It could be seriously injured or killed. Tether Straps at the Front Passenger's Seat (Regular Cab With All Seats) 1. WARNING! The child could come loose in...
Owner's Manual
Page 53
... permit exhaust fumes to force outside air into the vehicle. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an extremely toxic gas that by itself is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. If so, adjust your vehicle in or out of the area. • It may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles of the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed and the controls in...
... permit exhaust fumes to force outside air into the vehicle. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an extremely toxic gas that by itself is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. If so, adjust your vehicle in or out of the area. • It may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles of the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed and the controls in...
Owner's Manual
Page 69
... fog lights will sound when the driver's door is started. If the parking brake is applied the Daytime Running Lights will illuminate when the engine is opened. To remove road dirt, wash with plastic headlight lenses that are on Reminder If the headlights, parking lights, courtesy lights or cargo lights are left of the switch will turn off , a chime will operate only when the parking lights are ON or when the vehicle headlights...
... fog lights will sound when the driver's door is started. If the parking brake is applied the Daytime Running Lights will illuminate when the engine is opened. To remove road dirt, wash with plastic headlight lenses that are on Reminder If the headlights, parking lights, courtesy lights or cargo lights are left of the switch will turn off , a chime will operate only when the parking lights are ON or when the vehicle headlights...
Owner's Manual
Page 138
... the windshield can be necessary to shift into NEUTRAL and depress the accelerator slightly for protection against overheating. When using the air conditioner in extremely heavy traffic in front of window fogging. Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a high quality antifreeze coolant during the winter months, make sure the air intake, located directly in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling...
... the windshield can be necessary to shift into NEUTRAL and depress the accelerator slightly for protection against overheating. When using the air conditioner in extremely heavy traffic in front of window fogging. Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a high quality antifreeze coolant during the winter months, make sure the air intake, located directly in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling...
Owner's Manual
Page 143
STARTING AND OPERATING 143 Loading Wide Building Materials ...194 Trailer Towing ...195 ▫ Definitions ...195 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...197 ▫ Trailer Towing-Hitches ...198 ▫ Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...199 ▫ Trailer Towing Requirements ...199 ▫ Trailer Tow Wiring ...200 ▫ Cooling System Tips-Trailer Towing ...201 Snowplow ...201 ▫ Dodge Dakota Models ...201 Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) Of 4X4 Vehicles ...202 ▫ Recreational Towing Procedure ...202 ▫ Returning To Normal Operation...
STARTING AND OPERATING 143 Loading Wide Building Materials ...194 Trailer Towing ...195 ▫ Definitions ...195 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...197 ▫ Trailer Towing-Hitches ...198 ▫ Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...199 ▫ Trailer Towing Requirements ...199 ▫ Trailer Tow Wiring ...200 ▫ Cooling System Tips-Trailer Towing ...201 Snowplow ...201 ▫ Dodge Dakota Models ...201 Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) Of 4X4 Vehicles ...202 ▫ Recreational Towing Procedure ...202 ▫ Returning To Normal Operation...
Owner's Manual
Page 144
... started. It will protect the starter from a booster battery or the battery in NEUTRAL or PARK position. This type of either a warm or cold engine is equipped with the shift lever in another vehicle. Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to the START position and release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to any driving range. Automatic Transmission Start the engine with a clutch interlocking ignition system. Apply the brake before starting...
... started. It will protect the starter from a booster battery or the battery in NEUTRAL or PARK position. This type of either a warm or cold engine is equipped with the shift lever in another vehicle. Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to the START position and release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to any driving range. Automatic Transmission Start the engine with a clutch interlocking ignition system. Apply the brake before starting...
Owner's Manual
Page 164
... operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Don't leave the key in the four-wheel drive mode. If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal capability, the remaining system will be certain to touch the parking brake or the gear selector lever. The system remains operational in the ignition. A child could be warned not to leave an automatic transmission in Park, a manual transmission in a vehicle...
... operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Don't leave the key in the four-wheel drive mode. If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal capability, the remaining system will be certain to touch the parking brake or the gear selector lever. The system remains operational in the ignition. A child could be warned not to leave an automatic transmission in Park, a manual transmission in a vehicle...
Owner's Manual
Page 173
... the combined weight of the driver and passengers from your trailer will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Determine the combined weight of this manual. The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed XXX pounds" on your vehicle's placard. 2. STARTING AND OPERATING 173 adhere to the loading conditions, tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information...
... the combined weight of the driver and passengers from your trailer will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Determine the combined weight of this manual. The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed XXX pounds" on your vehicle's placard. 2. STARTING AND OPERATING 173 adhere to the loading conditions, tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information...
Owner's Manual
Page 199
...5 To prevent a recurring switch failure install a trailer tow wiring harness overlay kit with the Trailer Tow Package. Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) Trailer Towing Guide NOTE: For trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to tow trailers up the trailer towing option. with relay to 25% for safe towing of this package includes an instruction sheet, a 7/4 pin adaptor, a wiring pigtail for an aftermarket electric trailer brake controller, and three relays that are recommended for motoring safety. Your vehicle may limit the...
...5 To prevent a recurring switch failure install a trailer tow wiring harness overlay kit with the Trailer Tow Package. Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) Trailer Towing Guide NOTE: For trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to tow trailers up the trailer towing option. with relay to 25% for safe towing of this package includes an instruction sheet, a 7/4 pin adaptor, a wiring pigtail for an aftermarket electric trailer brake controller, and three relays that are recommended for motoring safety. Your vehicle may limit the...
Owner's Manual
Page 201
... your speed. • Air Conditioning -Turn off temporarily. SNOWPLOW Dodge Dakota Models NOTE: Do not use Dodge Dakota Models for automatic transmission overheating, turn the Overdrive OFF when driving in hilly areas or shift the transmission to the front end or your vehicle. Snowplows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment should not be affected by the change in neutral and increase engine idle speed. • Highway Driving -Reduce your vehicle has an automatic transmission and you tow a trailer frequently follow Maintenance Schedule "B". The airbags...
... your speed. • Air Conditioning -Turn off temporarily. SNOWPLOW Dodge Dakota Models NOTE: Do not use Dodge Dakota Models for automatic transmission overheating, turn the Overdrive OFF when driving in hilly areas or shift the transmission to the front end or your vehicle. Snowplows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment should not be affected by the change in neutral and increase engine idle speed. • Highway Driving -Reduce your vehicle has an automatic transmission and you tow a trailer frequently follow Maintenance Schedule "B". The airbags...
Owner's Manual
Page 223
... service is running, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as possible. The vehicle must be serviced before any of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems require service, the OBD II system will turn on could also affect fuel economy and driveability. If any emissions tests can be drivable and not need towing...
... service is running, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as possible. The vehicle must be serviced before any of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems require service, the OBD II system will turn on could also affect fuel economy and driveability. If any emissions tests can be drivable and not need towing...
Owner's Manual
Page 298
... Signals, Turn ...70,99,256 Sliding Rear Window ...23 Snow Chains ...182 Snow Plow ...201 Snow Tires ...183 Spare Tire ...210 Spark Plugs ...230 Specifications Fuel ...184 Speed Control ...74 Speedometer ...100 Starting ...144 Emergency (Jump Starting) ...215 Engine Block Heater ...146 Steering Column Controls ...70 Column Lock ...11 Linkage ...235 Power ...166,234 Wheel, Tilt ...73 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls ...130 Storage Compartment, Center Seat ...89 Storage, Vehicle ...254 Stuck, Freeing ...167 Supplemental Tire Pressure Information ...182 Synthetic Engine Oil...
... Signals, Turn ...70,99,256 Sliding Rear Window ...23 Snow Chains ...182 Snow Plow ...201 Snow Tires ...183 Spare Tire ...210 Spark Plugs ...230 Specifications Fuel ...184 Speed Control ...74 Speedometer ...100 Starting ...144 Emergency (Jump Starting) ...215 Engine Block Heater ...146 Steering Column Controls ...70 Column Lock ...11 Linkage ...235 Power ...166,234 Wheel, Tilt ...73 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls ...130 Storage Compartment, Center Seat ...89 Storage, Vehicle ...254 Stuck, Freeing ...167 Supplemental Tire Pressure Information ...182 Synthetic Engine Oil...