2004 DODGE DAKOTA light

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
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LIGHT BULBS Ð Outside Bulb No.
Headlight...........................9007LL
Back-Up..............................3157
Center High Mounted Stoplight.............. 921
Fog Lamp.............................881L
Front Sidemarker......................... 168
License Plate Light....................... 168
Park & Turn Signal (2)....................3157
Tail, Stop, & Sidemarker...................3157
Cargo (2).............................. 921BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlights
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the screw as shown and pull the parking/
turn signal housing out.
3. Disconnect connectors from the parking/turn signal
lamp.
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4. Remove the bolts attaching the headlamp to the inner
fender panel.
5. Grasp the headlamp and pull firmly to disengage it
from the panel.
6. Disconnect all connectors and separate the headlamp
module from the vehicle
7. Remove the retaining ring holding the bulb to the
headlamp.
8. Pull the bulb socket from the headlamp and pull the
bulb from the socket.
NOTE:These are Halogen bulbs. Take care not to touch
the bulb with your fingers.
Parking/Turn Signal Lights
1. Remove the screw as shown and pull the parking/
turn signal housing out.2. Turn the bulb and socket assembly 1/4 turn and pull
to remove socket from housing.
3. The bulb can be removed from the socket by pulling
straight out.NOTE:Body oils from your fingers could cause exces-
sive heat buildup which reduces bulb life.
Rear Side Marker, Tail Lights, Turn Signals And
Backup Lights Ð Replacement
1. Remove the screws as illustrated. Grasp the tail light
housing and pull it rearward.
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2. Rotate the bulb and socket assembly 1/4 turn and pull
it from housing.
3. The bulb can be removed from the sockets by pulling
it straight out.
License Lights
1. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
2. Pull the bulb from socket.
Center High-Mounted Stoplight
1. Remove two screws securing the stoplight housing
assembly to the roof.
2. Turn the bulb and socket assembly 1/4 counterclock-
wise and free it from the housing.
3. Pull the bulb straight from socket to remove it.
Fog Lights
1. Rotate the bulb and connector 1/4 turn counterclock-
wise.
2. Pull the bulb off of connector.
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CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
²
Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
²Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
²
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
²
Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the CV joints (if equipped) and front suspen-
sion components.
²Check the automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped).
²Check the manual transmission fluid level (if
equipped).
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
Tire Rotation
²
Rotate the tires every 6,000 miles (10 000 km).
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Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for your
vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-
pected repairs after your manufacturer's new vehicle
limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands be-
hind only the manufacturer's Service Contracts. If you
purchased a manufacturer's Service Contract, you will
receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card
in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery
date. If you have any questions about your service
contract, call the manufacturer's Service Contract Na-
tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer's Service Contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer's Service Contract. If you purchased a
service contract that is not a manufacturer's Service
Contract, and you require service after your manufactur-
er's new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer to
your contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has
also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
your ownership experience. You'll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See your manufacturer's Warranty Information Booklet
for information on warranty coverage and transfer of
warranty.
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)......... 239
Adding Fuel........................186,208
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 233
Air Conditioning....................... 134
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........135,137
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 234
Air Conditioning System................. 134
Air Pressure, Tires...................176,182
Airbag...........................31,34,102
Airbag Light........................... 38
Airbag On/Off Switch.................... 34
Alarm.............................21,102
Alarm, Panic........................... 19
Alignment and Balance.................. 181
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 5
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............238,258
Anti-Lock Brake System...............164,165
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 102
Anti-Theft System....................21,102
Appearance Care....................... 249
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 59
Automatic Transmission............144,146,245
Adding Fluid........................ 246Fluid and Filter Changes................ 247
Fluid Level Check..................... 245
Fluid Type.......................247,260
Gear Ranges......................... 147
Overdrive........................... 148
Shifting............................ 146
Special Additives..................... 247
Torque Converter..................... 149
Axle Fluid............................ 260
Axle Lubrication....................... 248
Backfire, Engine........................ 190
Ball Joints............................ 235
Battery............................... 232
Charging........................... 215
Emergency Starting.................... 215
Gas Caution......................... 215
Keyless Transmitter Replacement.......... 21
Saving Feature........................ 68
Belts, Drive........................... 230
Belts, Seat............................. 25
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 235
B-Pillar Location....................... 172
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Brake Fluid........................... 260
Brake System.......................164,243
Anti-Lock........................164,165
Disc Brakes.......................... 243
Fluid Check......................... 243
Hoses.............................. 244
Master Cylinder...................... 243
Parking............................ 163
Self-Adjusting Rear.................... 243
Warning Light....................... 101
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 146
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 52
Bulb Replacement...................... 255
Bulbs, Light........................... 254
Camper............................... 90
Capacities, Fluid....................... 258
Capacity, Cargo Weight.................. 191
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 186
Power Steering....................... 234
Car Washes........................... 250
Carbon Monoxide Warning.............91,189Cargo ............................... 191
Cargo Area Features..................... 194
Cargo Light.........................70,102
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 131
Cassette Tape Player...............106,119,121
Catalytic Converter..................189,231
CD Changer..................... 113,117,122
CD Player................. 110,114,116,124,126
Cellular Phone......................... 132
Center High Mounted Stop Light........... 257
Center Lap Belts........................ 30
Center Seat Storage Compartment........... 89
Certification Label...................... 191
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 209
Charging............................. 215
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 169
Child Restraint.....................38,39,52
Child Restraint Tether Anchors...........42,46
Child Safety Locks....................... 16
Child Seat............................. 45
Climate Control........................ 133
Clock................................ 105
Club Cab............................24,64
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