2005 DODGE POWER WAGON light

Cab Top Clearance Lights—If Equipped
1. Remove the two screws from the top of the light.2. Rotate the socket
1⁄4turn and pull it from the light
assembly.
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3. Pull the bulb straight from the socket and replace.Tailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels)
1. Remove the two screws and housing and access the
bulb sockets from the rear.
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Fog Lights
1. Reach under the vehicle, unlock and twist connector
counterclockwise1⁄4turn and remove connector and bulb
from housing.
2. Pull bulb straight from the connector.3. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-
ing.
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At Each Stop for Fuel
•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.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle, brake master
cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Lubricate the driveshaft grease fitting and tie rod end
links.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints (if equipped) and front suspen-
sion components.
•Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
•Check the manual transmission fluid level.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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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.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 433
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Adding Fuel........................309,335
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 361,385
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 365
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............365,366
Air Conditioning System................203,365
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 207
Air Pressure, Tires....................296,304
Airbag..............................47,53
Airbag Light.........................73,158
Airbag On/Off Switch..................... 53
Airbag, Side............................ 56
Alarm..............................31,161
Alignment and Balance................... 303
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..............374,406
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............162,284
Anti-Theft System.....................31,161
Appearance Care........................ 388
Ashtray............................... 140Automatic Transmission
Adding Fluid......................... 380
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 382
Fluid Level Check...................... 380
Fluid Type........................382,408
Shift Indicator........................ 161
Shifting............................. 270
Special Additives...................... 383
Axle Fluid.......................320,378,408
Axle Lubrication.....................320,378
Ball Joints............................. 367
Battery............................... 364
Emergency Starting..................... 344
Bearings.............................. 383
Belts, Drive............................ 360
Belts, Seat.............................. 36
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 369
B-Pillar Location........................ 291
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Brake Fluid............................ 408
Brake System........................283,376
Anti-Lock........................... 284
Disc Brakes.......................... 376
Hoses.............................. 377
Master Cylinder....................... 376
Parking............................. 282
Warning Light........................ 162
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 70
Bulb Replacement....................... 394
Bulbs, Light............................ 394
Cab Top Clearance Lights.................. 402
Calibration, Compass..................... 127
Camper............................... 148
Capacities, Fluid........................ 406
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine).......................... 359
Power Steering........................ 367Car Washes............................ 389
Carbon Monoxide Warning............72,150,313
Cargo Light............................ 113
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance......... 198
Cassette Tape Player................166,169,172
Catalytic Converter....................313,362
CD Changer......................170,181,187
CD Player..................179,183,185,189,192
Cellular Phone.......................... 90
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 400
Center Lap Belts......................... 44
Center Seat Storage Compartment............ 142
Certification Label....................... 315
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 287
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . 157
Child Restraint.......................... 59
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............63,66
Child Seat............................59,65
Cigar Lighter........................... 140
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Climate Control......................... 200
Clock................................ 165
Clutch............................... 377
Clutch Linkage Maintenance................ 378
Compact Disc Maintenance................. 199
Compact Disc Player..................172,179
Compact Spare Tire...................... 299
Compass...........................126,127
Compass Calibration..................... 127
Compass Variance....................... 128
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 123
Console, Overhead....................... 122
Contract, Service........................ 432
Converter, Catalytic...................... 313
Cooling System......................... 371
Coolant Capacity...................... 406
Coolant Level......................... 372
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 375
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 372Inspection........................... 371
Radiator Cap......................372,375
Selection of Coolant...............374,406,407
Temperature Gauge..................... 160
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 118
Cup Holder............................ 141
Customer Assistance..................... 430
Daytime Running Lights................... 112
Dealer Service.......................... 355
Defroster, Rear Window..............88,207,211
Defroster, Windshield..................202,205
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 116
Differential............................. 80
Differential, Limited-Slip.................. 281
Digital Video Disc Player................... 80
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 380
Power Steering........................ 367
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