2005 DODGE NEON SRT hood open

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

Mirrors..............................49
▫Inside Day/Night Mirror.................49
▫Outside Mirror—Driver’s Side............49
▫Outside Mirror—Passenger’s Side..........49
▫Electric Remote-Control Mirrors............50

Seats................................50
▫Front Seat Adjustment...................50
▫Reclining Bucket Seats...................51
▫Folding Rear Seat......................52

To Open And Close The Hood.............53

Lights...............................54▫Front Map/Reading Lights...............54
▫Interior Lights........................55
▫Multi-Function Control Lever..............56
▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights..............................56
▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)......57
▫Lights-On Reminder....................57
▫Fog Lights...........................57
▫Turn Signals..........................57
▫Headlight Dimmer Switch................57
▫Passing Light.........................57

Windshield Wipers And Washers...........58
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TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull
the hood release lever located under the driver’s side of
the instrument panel.Then lift the safety catch located under the front edge of
the hood, near the center and raise the hood.
Hood Release Lever
Hood Safety Catch
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Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open
position as shown. To prevent possible damage, do not
slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at
the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches
are fully latched before driving.
LIGHTS
Front Map/Reading Lights
These lights, located under the rearview mirror, can be
turned on by means of switches located at the base of the
rearview mirror.
NOTE:The map lights will remain on when the ignition
switch is in the Run or Accessory positions.
Hood Prop Rod
Front Map/Reading Lights
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If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system;
or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; or
when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;
have a competent mechanic inspect the complete exhaust
system and adjacent body areas of broken, damaged,
deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or
loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep
into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the
exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri-
cation or oil change. Replace as required.
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide which is colorless and odorless. Breathing
it can make you unconscious and can eventually
poison you. Follow the above precautions to keep
your exhaust system as safe as possible.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
•You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, don’t open
the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap
when the radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the
system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh
coolant.
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