Dodge 2005 Dakota User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

INTRODUCTION

.............................................................3

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

..............................7

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

..............................77

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

.........................................147

STARTING AND OPERATING

.................................................193

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

..............................................271

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

...............................................289

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

..................................................347

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

.........................................367

INDEX

....................................................................375

INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

䡵Introduction ........................... 4

䡵How To Use This Manual .................. 4

䡵Warnings And Cautions ................... 5

䡵Vehicle Identification Number ............... 5

䡵Vehicle Modifications / Alterations ........... 6

INTRODUCTION

This manual has been prepared with the assistance of

service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with

the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is

supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and

various customer oriented documents. You are urged to

read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-

tions and recommendations in this manual will help

assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored

in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with

the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be

aware of all safety warnings.

When it comes to service, remember that your dealer

knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni-

cians and genuine Mopar威parts, and is interested in

your satisfaction.

WARNING!

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain

vehicle components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,

certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod-

ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the table of contents to determine which section

contains the information you desire.

The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a

complete listing of all subjects.

4 INTRODUCTION

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This manual contains WARNINGS against operating

procedures which could result in an accident or bodily

injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures

which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do

not read this entire manual you may miss important

information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on a

stamped plate located on the left front corner of the

instrument panel pad, visible from outside of the vehicle

through the windshield. This number also appears on the

Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a

window on your vehicle. Save this label for a convenient

record of your vehicle identification number and optional

equipment.

NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN plate.

INTRODUCTION 5

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle

could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety

and may lead to an accident resulting in serious

injury or death.

6 INTRODUCTION

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

䡵A Word About Your Keys ..................10

▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................10

▫Sentry Key — If Equipped ................11

䡵Ignition And Steering Lock .................13

▫Manual Transmissions ...................13

▫Automatic Transmissions .................14

䡵Illuminated Entry ........................15

▫Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks ....15

䡵Door Locks ............................16

▫Manual Door Locks .....................16

▫Power Door Locks .....................17

▫Child Protection Door Lock ...............20

䡵Remote Keyless Entry .....................21

▫To Unlock The Doors ...................22

▫To Lock The Doors .....................22

▫Using The Panic Alarm ..................24

▫General Information ....................24

▫Programming Additional Transmitters ........25

▫Battery Replacement ....................26

䡵Security Alarm System — If Equipped .........27

▫To Set The Alarm ......................27

▫To Disarm The System ...................28

䡵Windows .............................29

▫Power Windows .......................29

▫Auto Down ..........................30

▫Window Lockout Switch .................30

▫Sliding Rear Window ...................31

▫Wind Buffeting ........................31

䡵Occupant Restraints ......................31

▫Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................32

▫Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ....37

▫Automatic Locking Mode (If Equipped) ......38

▫Center Lap Belts .......................38

▫Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................38

▫Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System

(BeltAlert) ...........................39

▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............40

▫Seat Belt Extender ......................40

▫Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags ...........41

▫Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch – If

Equipped ............................55

▫Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............57

▫Child Restraint ........................59

䡵Engine Break-In Recommendations ...........72

8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

䡵Safety Tips ............................73

▫Exhaust System .......................73

▫Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The

Vehicle ..............................74

▫Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The

Vehicle ..............................74

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

The double sided keys may be inserted into the locks

with either side up. The keys for your new vehicle are

enclosed in a plastic bag with a bar code label affixed to

the front. The bar code can be used to order duplicate

keys from your dealer or a locksmith. If you received

your keys without the bag, ask your dealer to give you

the number.

NOTE: Integrated keys (key and key fob combined)

must be cut by the dealer. The dealer must have cutters

that have enough clearance for integrated keys.

Key-In-Ignition Reminder

If you open the driver’s door when the key is in the

ignition lock, a continuous chime will sound to remind

you to remove the key.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves.

Always remove the key from the ignition and lock

all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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