2004 DODGE DAKOTA heater

General Information
The Manufacturer's Warranty does not apply to body
modifications and special equipment, such as a camper
unit, heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc., supplied by
manufacturers other than the manufacturer. For warranty
coverage and service on these items, contact the appli-
cable manufacturer.
To mount a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate
can be removed. Unlatch tailgate and remove support
cables from the retainer pins. Raise right side of tailgate
until the lower right side pivot clears the hanger bracket.
Then slide the tailgate to the right to remove.
Carbon Monoxide Warning Vehicles Equipped
With A Cap or Slide-In Campers
To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly, the
exhaust system on vehicles equipped with ªCap or
Slide-In Campersº should extend beyond the overhang-
ing camper compartment and be free of leaks.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91
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NSeek..............................120
NTune ..............................120
NTo Set The Push-Button Memory..........120
NBalance............................121
NFade..............................121
NBass And Treble Tone Control............121
NAM/FM Selection.....................121
NMode Button........................121
NCassette Player Features................121
NCD Changer Control Capability Ð If
Equipped...........................122
NRadio Display Messages................124
mSales Code RBQÐAM/FM Stereo Radio
With 6 - Disc CD Changer
...............124
NRadio Operation......................124
NCD Player Operation...................126
mRemote Sound System Controls Ð If
Equipped
............................130
NRadio Operation......................130
NTape Player.........................131
NCD Player..........................131
mCassette Tape And Player Maintenance......131
mCompact Disc Maintenance...............132
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones.......132
mClimate Controls......................133
NHeater Only.........................133
NAir Conditioning.....................134
NOperating Tips.......................137
NOperation Tips Chart...................139
mRear Window Defroster ± Quad-Cab Only....140
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 95
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CLIMATE CONTROLS
The controls for the heating and ventilation system in this
vehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs. These comfort
controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions.
Heater Only
The mode control (located at the right of the control
panel) can be set in any of the following positions:
NOTE:To improve your selection choices, the system
allows you to operate at intermediate positions between
the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden-
tified by the small dots.
Bi-Level
Outside air flows through the outlets located in the
instrument panel and at the floor.
Panel
Outside air flows through the outlets located in the
instrument panel.
Heat
Outside air flows primarily through the floor out-
lets located under the instrument panel.
Mix
Outside air flows in equal proportions through the
floor and defroster outlets.
Defrost
Outside air is primarily directed to the windshield
through the defroster outlets located at the base of
the windshield, and the demister outlets located at the
edge of each side of the instrument panel.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 133
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
mStarting Procedures....................144
NManual Transmission..................144
NAutomatic Transmission................144
NNormal Starting......................144
NEngine Block Heater Ð If Equipped........146
mShifting.............................146
NAutomatic Transmission................146
NManual Transmission..................150
mFour-Wheel Drive Operation..............151
NNV 233 Transfer Case Operating
Information/Precautions................151
NShifting Procedure - NV233 Transfer Case....155NNV244 Transfer Case Operating
Information / Precautions...............157
NShifting Procedure - NV244 Transfer Case....160
mLimited-Slip Differential Ð If Equipped.....162
mParking Brake.........................163
mBrake System.........................164
NRear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System........164
NFour-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System Ð If
Equipped...........................165
mPower Steering........................166
mRocking The Vehicle....................167
mTire Safety Information..................167
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CAUTION!
Long periods of engine idling can cause excessive
exhaust temperatures which can damage your ve-
hicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the
engine running.
WARNING!
Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may
cause serious injury or death.
Engine Block Heater Ð If Equipped
The engine block heater warms engine coolant and
permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord
to a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three wire extension cord.
The engine block heater cord is located at the right front
of the engine compartment for all engine applications.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.
Damage to the 110-115 volt electrical cord could
cause electrocution.
SHIFTING
Automatic Transmission
The gear shift lever is mounted on the right side of the
steering column. To engage a gear for driving, move the
shift lever from P-Park or N-Neutral to the desired gear
range (R-Reverse, D-Drive, 2±Second, or 1±First). To
move the shift lever, pull it toward you, then release it
when the desired gear range is reached. The Transmis-
sion Range Indicator (labeled ªGear Selectorº) in the
instrument cluster shows the selected gear range. The
Indicator is illuminated for night driving.
Brake/Transmission Interlock System
This system prevents you from moving the gear shift out
of Park and into any gear unless the brake pedal is
pressed. This system is active only while the ignition
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If the indicator (if equipped) is dark or shows a green dot,
proceed as follows:
1. Wear eye protection and remove all metal jewelry such
as watch bands or bracelets which might make an
unintended electrical contact.
2. Park the booster vehicle within cable reach but with-
out letting the vehicles touch. Set the parking brake, place
the automatic transmission in PARK or the manual
transmission in NEUTRAL and turn the ignition OFF on
both vehicles.
3. Turn OFF heater, radio and all unnecessary electrical
loads.
4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive
terminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end of
the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged
battery.WARNING!
Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal
of the booster battery and then to the engine of the
vehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure you have
a good contact on the engine.
216 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

NOTE:If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for
longer than 21 days, you may want to take steps to
protect your battery. You may do this by disconnecting
the battery or by disconnecting the ignition-off draw
(I.O.D.) fuse in cavity #12. The I.O.D. cavity includes a
snap-in retainer that allows the fuse to be disconnected,
without removing it from the fuse block. Pressing the
I.O.D. fuse back into the cavity reconnects it.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we
recommend that you take the following steps to mini-
mize the drain on your vehicle's battery:
²Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw fuse (I.O.D.) fuse
located in cavity #12 of the fuse block. The I.O.D.
cavity includes a snap-in retainer that allows the fuse
to be disconnected, without removing it from the fuse
block.
²The transfer case should be placed in the 4HI mode
and kept in this position to minimize the battery drain.
²As an alternative to the above steps you may discon-
nect the negative cable from the battery.
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS Ð Inside Bulb No.
A/C Control............................. 74
Ash Tray.............................. 161
Brake System Warning Indicator.............. 194
Dome Light............................ 579
EGR Reminder.......................... 194
Glove Box.............................. 194
Heater Control.......................... 158
High Beam Indicator...................... 194
Instrument Cluster........................ 194
Low Fuel Indicator....................... 194
Low Washer Fluid Indicator................. 194
Oil Indicator............................ 194
Overhead Console........................ 578
Seat Belt Indicator........................ 194
Switched Dome.......................... 578
Temperature Indicator..................... 194
Turn Signals............................ 194
Underhood Light......................... 561
4x4 Shift Indicator........................ 161
254 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Downshifting.......................... 151
Drive Belts............................ 230
Drive Shaft Universal Joints............... 235
Electrical Power Outlets................... 86
Electronic Power Distribution Center........ 252
Electronic Speed Control.................. 74
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............. 167
Jacking............................. 211
Jump Starting........................ 215
Overheating......................... 239
Towing............................. 217
Emission Control System Maintenance....... 262
Emission Related Components............. 241
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 231
Air Cleaner Filter..................... 230
Block Heater......................... 146
Break-In Recommendations............... 52
Compartment.....................221,222
Coolant..........................238,259
Cooling............................ 237Exhaust Gas Caution................53,189
Fails to Start......................... 145
Flooded, Starting..................... 145
Fuel Requirements.................... 258
Oil ..........................226,258,259
Oil Selection......................... 258
Oil Synthetic......................... 229
Overheating......................... 239
Starting............................ 144
Temperature Gauge.................... 99
Entry System, Illuminated................. 12
Equipment Identification Plate............. 206
Exhaust Gas Caution..................53,237
Exhaust System......................53,236
Exterior Lighting........................ 68
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 230
Engine Fuel......................... 231
Engine Oil.......................229,259
Engine Oil Disposal................... 229
Flashers
Hazard Warning...................... 208
INDEX 291
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