Owner Manual
Page 79
... by moving the small control under the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. A light in the day position (toward rear of truck). A two-point pivot system allows for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. The mirror should be adjusted to the night position (toward windshield). UNDERSTANDING...
... by moving the small control under the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. A light in the day position (toward rear of truck). A two-point pivot system allows for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. The mirror should be adjusted to the night position (toward windshield). UNDERSTANDING...
Owner Manual
Page 128
... shifting or bouncing of material suspended above the wheelhouse and partially open tailgate or vehicle damage may need to the Consumer Information Truck-Camper Loading document located in campers. CAUTION! • Care should not exceed 400 lbs (181 kg) of the cargo ... as a camper unit, heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc., supplied by manufacturers other than the manufacturer. SLIDE-IN CAMPERS Camper Applications Certain truck models are not recommended for slide-in your dealer. For safety reasons, follow all instructions on these items, contact the applicable manufacturer. ...
... shifting or bouncing of material suspended above the wheelhouse and partially open tailgate or vehicle damage may need to the Consumer Information Truck-Camper Loading document located in campers. CAUTION! • Care should not exceed 400 lbs (181 kg) of the cargo ... as a camper unit, heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc., supplied by manufacturers other than the manufacturer. SLIDE-IN CAMPERS Camper Applications Certain truck models are not recommended for slide-in your dealer. For safety reasons, follow all instructions on these items, contact the applicable manufacturer. ...
Owner Manual
Page 218
... into the sidewall preceding the size designation. design standards. NOTE: • P (Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Example: 215/65R15 96H • LT (Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. Tires designed to this standard have the letter "P" molded into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT...
... into the sidewall preceding the size designation. design standards. NOTE: • P (Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Example: 215/65R15 96H • LT (Light Truck)-Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. Tires designed to this standard have the letter "P" molded into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT...
Owner Manual
Page 219
... Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ؆...blank...؆ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S.
... Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ؆...blank...؆ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S.
Owner Manual
Page 229
... (or 6, in case of tires. Cuts and punctures in the tread area because of tires on your tires could cause them with other types of trucks with your vehicle under maximum load is very important. High speed driving with dual rear wheels). The added strain on your vehicle will cause your...
... (or 6, in case of tires. Cuts and punctures in the tread area because of tires on your tires could cause them with other types of trucks with your vehicle under maximum load is very important. High speed driving with dual rear wheels). The added strain on your vehicle will cause your...
Owner Manual
Page 236
...dry pavement. Always use . Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps, especially with P245/70R16 tires. • Because of Dakota trucks. Observe the tire chain manufacturer's instructions on method of 4x2 vehicles. NOTE: The use is permitted only on front wheels of installation,... operating speed, and conditions for a prolonged period on Dakotas with a loaded vehicle. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that only chains in good condition are used. 236 STARTING AND ...
...dry pavement. Always use . Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps, especially with P245/70R16 tires. • Because of Dakota trucks. Observe the tire chain manufacturer's instructions on method of 4x2 vehicles. NOTE: The use is permitted only on front wheels of installation,... operating speed, and conditions for a prolonged period on Dakotas with a loaded vehicle. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that only chains in good condition are used. 236 STARTING AND ...
Owner Manual
Page 244
... filler door. Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is inside of a vehicle or on the ground while filling. Always place gas containers on a truck bed. 244 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Damage to the vehicle when the engine is for use with this vehicle. A fire may result if gasoline is...
... filler door. Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is inside of a vehicle or on the ground while filling. Always place gas containers on a truck bed. 244 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Damage to the vehicle when the engine is for use with this vehicle. A fire may result if gasoline is...
Owner Manual
Page 248
...) The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Payload The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load weight a truck can carry including the weight of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN...
...) The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Payload The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load weight a truck can carry including the weight of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN...
Owner Manual
Page 253
... the trailer. If Equipped • Trailer Sway Control - STARTING AND OPERATING 253 Frontal Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of the truck. and medium-sized trailers. No driver action is a telescoping link that can not stop the sway. Mechanical The trailer sway control is required.
... the trailer. If Equipped • Trailer Sway Control - STARTING AND OPERATING 253 Frontal Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of the truck. and medium-sized trailers. No driver action is a telescoping link that can not stop the sway. Mechanical The trailer sway control is required.
Owner Manual
Page 255
Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of Weight Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling king pin. STARTING AND OPERATING 255 5 Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of the tow vehicle in the truck bed.
Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of Weight Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling king pin. STARTING AND OPERATING 255 5 Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of the tow vehicle in the truck bed.
Owner Manual
Page 256
... that contains the necessary information for your dealer for safe towing of trailers weighing over the rear axle in the bed of a pickup truck. 256 STARTING AND OPERATING Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to a ball mounted in the... truck bed. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Class I - Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. See your specific drivetrain. The following chart provides the industry standard for ...
... that contains the necessary information for your dealer for safe towing of trailers weighing over the rear axle in the bed of a pickup truck. 256 STARTING AND OPERATING Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to a ball mounted in the... truck bed. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Class I - Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. See your specific drivetrain. The following chart provides the industry standard for ...
Owner Manual
Page 270
... always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with descriptions of all production and special equipment on this plate: Model, Wheelbase, Vehicle Identification Number, Truck Order Number, and code numbers with the transfer case in the vehicle. CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on the... parts. 270 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! The following information about your vehicle. You or others could be applied when the driver is displayed on the truck as shipped from the factory.
... always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with descriptions of all production and special equipment on this plate: Model, Wheelbase, Vehicle Identification Number, Truck Order Number, and code numbers with the transfer case in the vehicle. CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on the... parts. 270 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! The following information about your vehicle. You or others could be applied when the driver is displayed on the truck as shipped from the factory.
Owner Manual
Page 273
... is in a vehicle or on the ground while filling. CHANGING A FLAT TIRE Jack Location In the Dakota, the scissor jack and tire changing tools for changing the spare tire. 6 Always place gas containers on a truck bed. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 273 WARNING! • Never allow any lit smoking materials near the...
... is in a vehicle or on the ground while filling. CHANGING A FLAT TIRE Jack Location In the Dakota, the scissor jack and tire changing tools for changing the spare tire. 6 Always place gas containers on a truck bed. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 273 WARNING! • Never allow any lit smoking materials near the...
Owner Manual
Page 275
... wheel. 6 Jack Stowage Location Double Cab The jack is designed as a safety measure. Avoid ice or slippery areas. Attach the wheel wrench to jack the truck. When the spare is on a firm level surface only. The jack should be used to pull it through the access hole in the rear bumper...
... wheel. 6 Jack Stowage Location Double Cab The jack is designed as a safety measure. Avoid ice or slippery areas. Attach the wheel wrench to jack the truck. When the spare is on a firm level surface only. The jack should be used to pull it through the access hole in the rear bumper...
Owner Manual
Page 280
By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise the vehicle until the wheel just clears the surface. Right Rear Jacking Location Left Rear Jacking Location NOTE: Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. 4. 280 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES positions shown with the drive tubes extending to the rear. Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench.
By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise the vehicle until the wheel just clears the surface. Right Rear Jacking Location Left Rear Jacking Location NOTE: Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. 4. 280 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES positions shown with the drive tubes extending to the rear. Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench.
Owner Manual
Page 282
... the valve stem toward the rear of the vehicle. To Stow the Flat or Spare: Wheel retainer does not fit through the center of the truck. It cannot be sure it properly across the wheel opening. Push against the tire several times to rotate until the wheel is down. Continue to...
... the valve stem toward the rear of the vehicle. To Stow the Flat or Spare: Wheel retainer does not fit through the center of the truck. It cannot be sure it properly across the wheel opening. Push against the tire several times to rotate until the wheel is down. Continue to...
Owner Manual
Page 286
... vehicle on a towing dolly. Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles The manufacturer recommends towing with tow hooks. Acceptable methods are for emergency use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. Tow hooks are to main structural members of vehicles when pulling with all wheels OFF the ground. 286 WHAT TO DO...
... vehicle on a towing dolly. Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles The manufacturer recommends towing with tow hooks. Acceptable methods are for emergency use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. Tow hooks are to main structural members of vehicles when pulling with all wheels OFF the ground. 286 WHAT TO DO...
Owner Manual
Page 321
.... This should be low. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for fluid leaks. The transfer case fluid should be encountered in water, as normal truck service. Operation of the vehicle in some off-highway types of service, will result in vehicles whose operation is made, when equipped with low transfer...
.... This should be low. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for fluid leaks. The transfer case fluid should be encountered in water, as normal truck service. Operation of the vehicle in some off-highway types of service, will result in vehicles whose operation is made, when equipped with low transfer...