2005 DODGE DAKOTA fuel cap

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly
installed, or damaged. A loose fuel filler cap message will
be displayed in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas
cap until aclickingsound is heard. This is an indication
that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer
reset button to turn the message off. If the problem
persists, the message will appear the next time the
vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If
the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will
turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving
the problem will turn the MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)
is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.
Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
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Engine Oil Identification (API) Symbol
There is a symbol to aid you in selecting the proper
engine oil.
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacture only recommends
API Certified engine oils that
meet the requirements of
DaimlerChrysler Material Stan-
dard MS-6395. Use Mopar or an
equivalent oil meeting the specifi-
cation MS-6395.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera-
ture starting and vehicle fuel economy. Refer to your
engine oil filler cap for the recommended engine oil
viscosity for your vehicle.
For information on engine oil filler cap location, see the
Engine Compartment illustration in this section.
Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
There are a number of engine oils being promoted as
either synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you chose to use
such a product, useonlythose oils that meet the Ameri-
can Petroleum Institute (API) and SAE viscosity stan-
dard. Follow the service schedule that describes your
driving type.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel
3.7L/4.7L, 87 Octane 22 Gal. 83L
4.7L HO, 91 Octane, Recommended Not Required 22 Gal 83L
Engine Oil (with filter)
3.7L, SAE 5W-30, API Certified 5 Qt. 4.7L
4.7L, SAE 5W-30, API Certified 6 Qt. 5.7L
4.7L HO, SAE 5W-30, API Certified 6 Qt. 5.7L
Cooling System (includes 2.1 Qts./2L for coolant bottle
3.7L (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 13.3 Qt. 12.5L
4.7L (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 13.3 Qt. 12.5L
4.7L HO (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 13.3 Qt. 12.5L
NOTE:All fluid capacities are approximate capacities.
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Block Heater......................... 198
Break-In Recommendations................ 72
Compartment......................... 293
Coolant (Antifreeze).................313,344
Cooling............................. 312
Exhaust Gas Caution..................73,250
Fails to Start.......................... 197
Flooded, Starting...................... 197
Fuel Requirements..................... 343
Jump Starting......................... 283
Oil ...........................298,343,344
Oil Filler Cap......................... 301
Oil Selection.......................... 343
Oil Synthetic......................... 301
Overheating.......................... 315
Starting............................. 196
Temperature Gauge..................... 152
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 15
Equipment Identification Plate.............. 269Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze................. 313
Event Data Recorder...................... 57
Exhaust Gas Caution................73,250,312
Exhaust System.......................73,311
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 40
Exterior Lighting........................ 116
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 303
Engine Fuel.......................... 304
Engine Oil........................302,344
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 302
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 272
Turn Signal..................... 118,152,336
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 283
Flooded Engine Starting................... 197
Floor Console.......................... 141
Fluid, Brake........................... 345
380 INDEX

Fluid Capacities......................... 343
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 320
Brake............................... 318
Cooling System....................... 312
Engine Oil........................... 298
Power Steering........................ 308
Transfer Case......................... 323
Fog Lights.......................... 117,342
Four Wheel Drive....................... 206
Operation........................... 206
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 272
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 224
Front Axle............................. 324
Fuel................................. 245
Adding............................. 247
Filter............................... 304
Gauge.............................. 152
Octane Rating......................245,344Requirements......................245,343
Tank Capacity........................ 343
Fueling............................... 247
Fuses................................ 328
Garage Door Opener..................... 133
GasCap ...........................248,295
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge)................... 152
Gasoline.............................. 245
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 246
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 152
Fuel................................ 152
Odometer.........................155,156
Speedometer......................... 154
Tachometer.......................... 155
Gear Ranges........................... 199
Glass Cleaning.......................... 328
Grease............................... 324
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