2005 DODGE DAKOTA Owners Manual

Miles 105,000 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (168 000) (173 000) (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000)
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid
and change main sump filter and spin-on
cooler return filter if equipped. (4.7L).X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not re-
placed at 102,000 miles (163 000 km).X
This applies only if your vehicle is used for police, taxi,
fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.** This maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but not required to maintain the
emissions warranty.
SCHEDULE “B” 361
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Schedule “A”
Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000
(Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000)
[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X
Check transfer case fluid level (4X4).X
Inspect brake linings. X
Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace as neces-
sary.X
Replace spark plugs.X
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Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54000 60,000 66,000
(Kilometers) (58 000) (67 000) (77 000) (84 000) (96 000) (106 000)
[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X X
Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60
months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (163
000 km).X
Inspect brake linings. X X
Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if
required.X
SCHEDULE “A” 363
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Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 100,000
(Kilometers) (115 000) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000)
[Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X X
Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). X
Inspect brake linings. X X
Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if
required.X
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Miles 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (163 000) (173 000) (182 000) (192 000)
[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X
Drain and refill tranfer case fluid (4X4). X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60
months.X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 102,000
miles (163 000 km)X
Inspect brake linings. X
Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace as necessary.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
** This maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but not required to maintain the
emissions warranty.Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
SCHEDULE “A” 365
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WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CONTENTS

Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your
Vehicle..............................368
▫Prepare For The Appointment............368
▫Prepare A List........................368
▫Be Reasonable With Requests.............368

If You Need Assistance...................368
Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only).....370

MoparParts.........................372

Reporting Safety Defects..................372
▫In Canada..........................372

Publication Order Forms..................373
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SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the
right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All
work to be performed may not be covered by the
warranty, discuss additional charges with the service
manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s
service history. This can often provide a clue to the
current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the
specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident,
or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the
service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items, and you must have your
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with the
service advisor and list the items in order of priority. At
many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal
daily charge. If you need a rental, it is advisable to make
these arrangements when you call for an appointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in
your satisfaction. We want you to be happy with our
products and services.
Warranty service must be done by an authorized Chrysler,
Dodge, or Jeep dealer. We strongly recommend that you
take your vehicle to you selling dealer. They know you
and your vehicle best, and are most concerned that you
get prompt and high quality service. The manufacturer’s
dealers have the facilities, factory-trained technicians,
special tools, and the latest information to assure your
vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner.
368 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE