2005 DODGE POWER WAGON jump start

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS

Hazard Warning Lights..................334

Adding Fuel..........................335

Jack Location..........................336
▫All Models..........................336

Changing A Flat Tire....................337
▫Removing The Spare Tire................337
▫Tire Changing Procedure................338
Hoisting.............................343

Jump-Starting.........................344

Freeing A Stuck Vehicle..................347

Emergency Tow Hooks—If Equipped........347

Towing A Disabled Vehicle................348
▫4-Wheel-Drive Vehicles.................348

Winch Usage..........................348
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JUMP-STARTING
You should not try to start your vehicle by pushing or
towing. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmis-
sion cannot be started this way and pushing or towing a
vehicle equipped with a manual transmission may over-
heat and damage the catalytic converter. Also, there is a
greater risk of an accident when a vehicle is being pushed
or towed. If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster
cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster
battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start
can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow this
procedure carefully.WARNING!
Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not
allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing.
Don’t lean over battery when attaching clamps or
allow the clamps to touch each other. If acid splashes
in eyes or on skin, flush contaminated area immedi-
ately with large quantities of water.
A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flam-
mable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away
from the vent holes.
Do not use a booster battery or any other booster
source that has a greater than 12 volt system, i.e. Do
not use a 24 volt power source.
1. Remove all metal jewelry such as watch bands or
bracelets which might make an unintended electrical
contact.
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5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal
of the booster battery and then to the engine of the
vehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure you have
a good contact on the engine.
WARNING!
•Do not connect the cable to the negative post of
the discharge battery. The resulting electrical
spark could cause the battery to explode.
•During cold weather when temperatures are be-
low freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged
battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump starting
because the battery could rupture or explode. The
battery temperature must be brought up above
freezing point before attempting jump start.
6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the
engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
7. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above
sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.
WARNING!
Any procedure other than above could result in:
1. Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting
out the battery vent;
2. Personal injury or property damage due to battery
explosion;
3. Damage to charging system of booster vehicle or
of immobilized vehicle.
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Disc Brakes............................ 376
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 375
Door Ajar............................. 159
Door Locks............................. 18
Door Opener, Garage..................... 130
Drive Belts............................ 360
Driving
Off-Pavement......................... 224
Off-Road............................ 224
Electric Rear Window Defrost..........88,207,211
Electrical Power Outlets................... 139
Electronic Speed Control................... 118
Emergency Brake........................ 282
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 347
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 334
Jacking............................. 338Jump Starting......................... 344
Tow Hooks.......................... 347
Towing............................. 348
Emission Control System Maintenance......... 410
Emission Related Components.............. 364
Engine............................... 352
Air Cleaner.......................... 361
Break-In Recommendations................ 70
Compartment Identification............... 352
Coolant (Antifreeze).................374,407
Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 313
Flooded, Starting...................... 268
Fuel Requirements..................... 406
Oil ...........................356,406,407
Oil Filler Cap......................... 359
Oil Selection.......................358,406
Oil Synthetic......................... 359
Temperature Gauge..................... 160
Equipment Identification Plate.............. 332
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Infant Restraint.......................... 59
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 304
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 84
Instrument Cluster....................156,157
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 155
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 392
Interior Appearance Care.................. 391
Intermittent Wipers...................... 116
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 336
Jack Operation.......................... 338
Jump Starting.......................... 344
Key, Replacement........................ 14
Key, Sentry............................. 13
Key-In Reminder......................... 12
Keyless Entry System...................... 24
Keys................................12,18Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 113
Lap Belts.............................. 44
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 36
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . 63
Lights..............................74,109
Airbag............................58,158
Anti-Lock Warning..................162,284
Battery Saver......................... 111
Brake Warning........................ 162
Bulb Replacement...................... 394
Cap Top Clearance..................... 402
Center Mounted Stop................... 400
Check Engine......................... 157
Courtesy/Reading..................... 122
Cruise.............................. 161
Daytime Running...................... 112
Dual Wheel Assembly Rear............... 403
Fog ............................. 113,405
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator............... 280
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