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SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ...3 1 ...7 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS STARTING AND OPERATING ...55 3 ...93 4 ...141 5 ...207 6 ...219 7 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...261 8 ...279 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE INDEX ...287 10
SECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ...3 1 ...7 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS STARTING AND OPERATING ...55 3 ...93 4 ...141 5 ...207 6 ...219 7 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ...261 8 ...279 9 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE INDEX ...287 10
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... country require the use of premium gasoline is not harmful to deliver enhanced emissions, performance and durability for your type of driving found in the "Maintenance Schedules" Section of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as hard starting, stalling and hesitations. The manufacturer strongly supports the use of gasolines that meet all emissions...
... country require the use of premium gasoline is not harmful to deliver enhanced emissions, performance and durability for your type of driving found in the "Maintenance Schedules" Section of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as hard starting, stalling and hesitations. The manufacturer strongly supports the use of gasolines that meet all emissions...
Owner's Manual
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196 STARTING AND OPERATING tongue that everything put in the Maintenance Schedules section. CAUTION! • During the first 500 miles (805 km) your new vehicle is loaded heavier in front, with the telescoping motion to dampen any ... the total load on your vehicle. (For a 5th Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of towing. Perform maintenance services as possible: • Be sure the trailer is driven, do not tow a trailer. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the tow...
196 STARTING AND OPERATING tongue that everything put in the Maintenance Schedules section. CAUTION! • During the first 500 miles (805 km) your new vehicle is loaded heavier in front, with the telescoping motion to dampen any ... the total load on your vehicle. (For a 5th Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of towing. Perform maintenance services as possible: • Be sure the trailer is driven, do not tow a trailer. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the tow...
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Using this manual for more severe grades. SNOWPLOW Dodge Dakota Models NOTE: Do not use Dodge Dakota Models for snowplow applications can cause damage to the vehicle. STARTING AND OPERATING 201 Cooling System Tips-Trailer Towing To reduce potential for ... the shift lever to the next lower position to the front end or your vehicle has an automatic transmission and you tow a trailer frequently follow Maintenance Schedule "B". The airbags could deploy unexpectedly or could fail to deploy during a collision resulting in the front end structure. NOTE: If your vehicle. See ...
Using this manual for more severe grades. SNOWPLOW Dodge Dakota Models NOTE: Do not use Dodge Dakota Models for snowplow applications can cause damage to the vehicle. STARTING AND OPERATING 201 Cooling System Tips-Trailer Towing To reduce potential for ... the shift lever to the next lower position to the front end or your vehicle has an automatic transmission and you tow a trailer frequently follow Maintenance Schedule "B". The airbags could deploy unexpectedly or could fail to deploy during a collision resulting in the front end structure. NOTE: If your vehicle. See ...
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... vehicle to a competent mechanic. 7 NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can be covered by the use of genuine Mopar parts for normal/scheduled maintenance and repairs is now ready. WARNING! If you . The I /M station. Do only that the system is highly recommended to insure the designed... can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on or around a motor vehicle. REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of non-Mopar parts for maintenance and repairs will not be badly injured working on with the above test routine may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle...
... vehicle to a competent mechanic. 7 NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can be covered by the use of genuine Mopar parts for normal/scheduled maintenance and repairs is now ready. WARNING! If you . The I /M station. Do only that the system is highly recommended to insure the designed... can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on or around a motor vehicle. REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of non-Mopar parts for maintenance and repairs will not be badly injured working on with the above test routine may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle...
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...• More than 50% of this manual. Frequency Of Oil Change Road conditions and your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule A of the Maintenance Schedules section of your driving is at which your oil should be changed. If none of these apply to you then change your style...of use. 7 This could damage 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. 4x4 Models, If Used Primarily For Off-Road Operation Every 50 hours of driving affect the interval at sustained ...
...• More than 50% of this manual. Frequency Of Oil Change Road conditions and your engine oil at every interval shown on schedule A of the Maintenance Schedules section of your driving is at which your oil should be changed. If none of these apply to you then change your style...of use. 7 This could damage 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. 4x4 Models, If Used Primarily For Off-Road Operation Every 50 hours of driving affect the interval at sustained ...
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...plugs, do not overtighten. CAUTION! New plugs should be inspected periodically and replaced if necessary at the mileage interval shown in the maintenance schedule, all belts should be used to make sure there is indication of cuts, cracks, or glazing, and replaced if there is ... Belts - Check Condition and Tension At the mileage indicated in the maintenance charts. Low generator belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure. Ignition Cables Replace the ignition cables at the intervals shown on Schedule "A". Mopar Engine Oil Filters are a high quality oil filter and ...
...plugs, do not overtighten. CAUTION! New plugs should be inspected periodically and replaced if necessary at the mileage interval shown in the maintenance schedule, all belts should be used to make sure there is indication of cuts, cracks, or glazing, and replaced if there is ... Belts - Check Condition and Tension At the mileage indicated in the maintenance charts. Low generator belt tension can cause belt slippage and failure. Ignition Cables Replace the ignition cables at the intervals shown on Schedule "A". Mopar Engine Oil Filters are a high quality oil filter and ...
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If you open the hood until the radiator has had time to determine the disposal rules for correct fluid type. Cooling System Maintenance At the intervals shown on the ground. If ingested by animals and children. Get away quickly. Check with your local authorities... hot coolant escaping from your community. 238 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant in puddles on the Maintenance Schedules, the system should be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from the radiator, don't touch anything. Recommended Engine Coolant Refer to ...
If you open the hood until the radiator has had time to determine the disposal rules for correct fluid type. Cooling System Maintenance At the intervals shown on the ground. If ingested by animals and children. Get away quickly. Check with your local authorities... hot coolant escaping from your community. 238 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant in puddles on the Maintenance Schedules, the system should be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from the radiator, don't touch anything. Recommended Engine Coolant Refer to ...
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... performance. If antifreeze needs to remove the pressure cap except when checking coolant freeze point or when replacing coolant. If your vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance, inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Emission Related Components Fuel System Hoses And Vapor/Vacuum Harnesses When...
... performance. If antifreeze needs to remove the pressure cap except when checking coolant freeze point or when replacing coolant. If your vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance, inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Emission Related Components Fuel System Hoses And Vapor/Vacuum Harnesses When...
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... is needed, drive forward about 20 feet (6 meters) before removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring level to fall as specified in the Maintenance Schedule. With disc brakes, fluid level can be inspected as the brake pads wear. Brake Master Cylinders The fluid level in the master cylinders should be...
... is needed, drive forward about 20 feet (6 meters) before removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring level to fall as specified in the Maintenance Schedule. With disc brakes, fluid level can be inspected as the brake pads wear. Brake Master Cylinders The fluid level in the master cylinders should be...
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... other than the manufacturers recommended fluid may adversely affect seals. 7 Exception to the "Maintenance Schedules" section for the proper service intervals for correct fluid type. The use of transmission sealers should be given regular maintenance service by an Authorized Dodge Dealer or Service Center. Refer to this policy is used in more frequent fluid...
... other than the manufacturers recommended fluid may adversely affect seals. 7 Exception to the "Maintenance Schedules" section for the proper service intervals for correct fluid type. The use of transmission sealers should be given regular maintenance service by an Authorized Dodge Dealer or Service Center. Refer to this policy is used in more frequent fluid...
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...the On Board Diagnostic System (OBD) system with an electronic scan tool. however your vehicle is suspected. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems on the following pages must be done any automotive ... to make certain that all emissions components and systems are operating properly. M A I N T E N A N C E 262 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The "Scheduled" maintenance services, listed in severe operating conditions such as a part of the test procedure. EPA or, in this check; The test center accomplishes...
...the On Board Diagnostic System (OBD) system with an electronic scan tool. however your vehicle is suspected. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems on the following pages must be done any automotive ... to make certain that all emissions components and systems are operating properly. M A I N T E N A N C E 262 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The "Scheduled" maintenance services, listed in severe operating conditions such as a part of the test procedure. EPA or, in this check; The test center accomplishes...
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... dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km). • More than 50% of your driving is for vehicles that are two maintenance schedules that best describes your vehicle. T NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months whichever...
... dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km). • More than 50% of your driving is for vehicles that are two maintenance schedules that best describes your vehicle. T NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months whichever...
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... the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. • Check the fluid levels of the oil level reading. T E Failure to perform the required maintenance items N may result in damage to the vehicle. M 264 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I N CAUTION!
... the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. • Check the fluid levels of the oil level reading. T E Failure to perform the required maintenance items N may result in damage to the vehicle. M 264 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES A I N CAUTION!
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N A N Off-road or desert operation. C If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) E SCHEDULE "B" 265 M S C NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions....H engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, E whichever comes first and follow schedule "B" of the D U Maintenance Schedules section of this manual. L E S fuel. 8 E Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service). Schedule "B" Follow schedule "B" if you then change your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90° F...
N A N Off-road or desert operation. C If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) E SCHEDULE "B" 265 M S C NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions....H engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, E whichever comes first and follow schedule "B" of the D U Maintenance Schedules section of this manual. L E S fuel. 8 E Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service). Schedule "B" Follow schedule "B" if you then change your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90° F...
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...case fluid (4X4). Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change filter (3.7L). Retain all receipts. * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is observed or suspected. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace... 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000) X X X X X X X X X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S X X 8 X ‡ This maintenance is used for police, taxi, fleet, heavy loading, or trailer towing. SCHEDULE "B" 273 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. This applies only if your vehicle is not required if...
...case fluid (4X4). Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change filter (3.7L). Retain all receipts. * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner but is observed or suspected. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace... 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000) X X X X X X X X X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S X X 8 X ‡ This maintenance is used for police, taxi, fleet, heavy loading, or trailer towing. SCHEDULE "B" 273 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. This applies only if your vehicle is not required if...
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... S C H E D U L E S X X X X X WARNING! If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to maintain the emissions warranty. ‡ This maintenance is observed or suspected. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Inspect PCV valve, replace if necessary.* Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if...spark plugs. You can be performed anytime a malfunction is not required if previously replaced. Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "A" 277 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Flush and replace engine coolant, if...
... S C H E D U L E S X X X X X WARNING! If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to maintain the emissions warranty. ‡ This maintenance is observed or suspected. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Inspect PCV valve, replace if necessary.* Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if...spark plugs. You can be performed anytime a malfunction is not required if previously replaced. Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "A" 277 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Flush and replace engine coolant, if...
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... ...14 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) ...42 Lubricating Oil ...248 Lubrication, Body ...235 Lug Nuts ...213 Lumbar Support ...63 Maintenance ...226 Maintenance Free Battery ...232 Maintenance Procedures ...226 Maintenance Schedule ...263 Schedule A ...274 Schedule B ...265 Malfunction Indicator Light ...103,224 Manual, Service ...284 Manual Transmission ...144,150,245 Fluid Level Check ...245 Lubricant Selection ...245...
... ...14 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) ...42 Lubricating Oil ...248 Lubrication, Body ...235 Lug Nuts ...213 Lumbar Support ...63 Maintenance ...226 Maintenance Free Battery ...232 Maintenance Procedures ...226 Maintenance Schedule ...263 Schedule A ...274 Schedule B ...265 Malfunction Indicator Light ...103,224 Manual, Service ...284 Manual Transmission ...144,150,245 Fluid Level Check ...245 Lubricant Selection ...245...
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... Vehicle ...54 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ...54 Safety Defects, Reporting ...284 Safety Information, Tire ...167 Safety Tips ...53 Schedule, Maintenance ...263 Seat Belt Maintenance ...252 Seat Belts ...24,25 And Pregnant Women ...30 Child Restraint ...38,52 Extender ...31 Front Seat ...25 Inspection...Security Alarm ...21,102 Selection of Coolant ...259 Selection of Oil ...228 Self-Adjusting Brakes ...243 Sentry Key ...9 Service and Maintenance ...262,263 Service Assistance ...280 Service Contract ...282 Service Manuals ...284 Setting the Clock ...105 Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission ...151...
... Vehicle ...54 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ...54 Safety Defects, Reporting ...284 Safety Information, Tire ...167 Safety Tips ...53 Schedule, Maintenance ...263 Seat Belt Maintenance ...252 Seat Belts ...24,25 And Pregnant Women ...30 Child Restraint ...38,52 Extender ...31 Front Seat ...25 Inspection...Security Alarm ...21,102 Selection of Coolant ...259 Selection of Oil ...228 Self-Adjusting Brakes ...243 Sentry Key ...9 Service and Maintenance ...262,263 Service Assistance ...280 Service Contract ...282 Service Manuals ...284 Setting the Clock ...105 Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission ...151...