2004 DODGE DAKOTA wipers

NDaytime Running Lights (Canada Only)......69
NLights-On Reminder....................69
NFog Lights Ð If Equipped................69
NCargo Light Ð If Equipped...............70
mMultifunction Control Lever...............70
NTurn Signals..........................70
NPassing Light.........................70
NHigh Beam / Low Beam Select Switch.......71
NWindshield Wipers.....................71
NWindshield Washers....................72
mTilt Steering Column Ð If Equipped.........73
mElectronic Speed Control Ð If Equipped......74
NTo Activate...........................74
NTo Set At A Desired Speed................74
NTo Deactivate.........................74
NTo Resume Speed......................75NTo Vary The Speed Setting................75
NTo Accelerate For Passing................75
mOverhead Console......................76
NCourtesy/Reading Lights.................76
mCompass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer...77
NUS/M Button.........................77
NReset Button..........................77
NGlobal Reset..........................77
NStep Button..........................78
NAverage Fuel Economy (AVG ECO).........78
NDistance To Empty (DTE)................78
NTrip Odometer (ODO)...................78
NElapsed Time (ET)......................78
NC/T Button..........................79
NCompass/Temperature Display............79
NAutomatic Compass Calibration............79
56 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch
Pull the multifunction control lever fully toward the
steering wheel to switch the headlights from HIGH or
LOW beam.
Windshield Wipers
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch
in the multifunction control lever. Turn the end of
the handle to select the desired wiper speed.
NOTE:In cold weather, always turn off the wiper
switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position
before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on
and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the
wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted.
Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71
3

Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers
The fluid reservoir should be checked for fluid level at
regular intervals. When freezing weather is anticipated,
flush out the water in the reservoir by operating the
system. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer anti-
freeze (not radiator antifreeze), and operate the system
for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a
few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or
freezing the fluid on the cold windshield. Mopar All
Weather Windshield Washer Solution used with water as
directed on the container, aids cleaning action, reduces
freezing point to avoid line clogging, and is not harmful
to paint or trim.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
236 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Compact Disc Maintenance............... 132
Compact Disc Player.................106,110
Compact Spare Tire..................... 178
Compass.............................. 79
Compass Calibration...................79,80
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 77
Console, Floor.......................... 88
Console, Overhead....................... 76
Contract, Service....................... 282
Converter, Catalytic..................... 189
Coolant Pressure Cap.................... 240
Cooling System.....................237,240
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 239
Coolant Capacity..................... 258
Coolant Level........................ 240
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 238
Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 238
Inspection........................... 237
Points to Remember................... 241
Radiator Cap........................ 240
Selection of Coolant.............238,258,259
Temperature Gauge.................... 99
Cruise Control.......................... 74Cruise Light........................... 104
Cup Holder............................ 89
Customer Assistance.................... 280
Daytime Running Lights.................. 69
Dealer Service......................... 225
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 140
Defroster, Windshield...............54,133,136
Delay Wipers........................... 71
Diagnostic System, Onboard............... 223
Differential, Limited-Slip................. 162
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................ 100
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................ 245
Oil (Engine)......................... 226
Power Steering....................... 234
Disabled Vehicle Towing................. 217
Disc Brakes........................... 243
Disposal
Used Coolant........................ 238
Door Ajar............................ 103
Door Locks..........................13,14
Door Opener, Garage..................... 81
290 INDEX

Headlights............................ 255
Dimmer Switch....................... 100
High Beam........................... 71
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 71
Lights On Reminder.................... 69
Replacing........................... 255
Switch.............................. 68
Heater............................... 133
Heater, Engine Block.................... 146
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch......... 71
Hitches
Trailer Towing....................... 198
Holder, Cup........................... 89
Homelink Transmitter.................... 81
Hood Release.......................... 66
Hoses............................... 241
Ignition............................... 11
Cables............................. 230
Key ............................... 9,11
Lock................................ 11
Illuminated Entry....................... 12
Infant Restraint.......................38,39Inflation Pressure Tires................... 182
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 58
Instrument Cluster.....................97,99
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 96
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 252
Interior Appearance Care................. 251
Interior Lights.......................... 67
Intermittent Wipers...................... 71
Introduction............................ 4
Jack Location.......................... 209
Jack Operation......................... 211
Jump Starting......................... 215
Key, Replacement....................... 10
Key, Sentry............................. 9
Key-In Reminder......................... 9
Keyless Entry System..................... 17
Keys.................................. 9
Knee Bolster........................... 31
Lane Change and Turn Signals............70,99
Lap Belts.............................. 30
INDEX 293
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Transmitter Battery Service................ 21
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener............ 81
Transmitter Programming................. 19
Tread Wear Indicators................... 180
Trip Computer.......................... 77
Trip Odometer......................... 103
Turn Signals...................70,99,255,256
Universal Transmitter.................... 81
Unleaded Gasoline...................... 184
Vehicle Identification Number............... 5
Vehicle Loading..................172,191,194
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 5
Vehicle Storage......................... 254
Vented Quarter Window.................. 24
Voltmeter.............................. 99
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 99
Warnings and Cautions.................... 5
Warranty Information.................... 282Washers, Windshield..................... 72
Washing Vehicle........................ 250
Weight Load Carrying................... 191
Wheel Alignment and Balance............. 181
Wheel and Wheel Trim................... 250
Wheel Changing....................... 209
Wheel Nut Torque...................... 213
Wind Buffeting......................... 24
Window Fogging....................... 137
Windows.............................. 22
Power.............................. 22
Rear Sliding.......................... 23
Vented Quarter........................ 24
Windshield Defroster...............54,133,136
Windshield Washers................71,72,236
Fluid............................71,236
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 235
Windshield Wipers...................... 71
Wiper Blade Replacement................. 235
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 71
Wrecker Towing........................ 217
300 INDEX