2006 DODGE DAKOTA Owners Manual

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DODGE DAKOTA 2006 3.G Owners Manual 3. Fully apply the parking brake and press the brake 
pedal. 
4. Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear 
position ending with the lever in P (Park). 
5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean an

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DODGE DAKOTA 2006 3.G Owners Manual dipstick cap is properly reseated. It is normal for the 
dipstick cap to spring back slightly from its fully seated
position, as long as its seal remains engaged in the
dipstick tube.
Automatic Transm

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DODGE DAKOTA 2006 3.G Owners Manual Transfer Case
Inspect the transfer case for fluid leaks. If a fluid leak is 
evident the transfer case fluid level may be low. Have the
transfer case serviced immediately.
CAUTION!
Damage may result f

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DODGE DAKOTA 2006 3.G Owners Manual axle fluid level should be 1/4(6.35mm) below filler plug 
hole for 8 1/4  axles and should be 5/8 (16mm) below 
filler plug for 9 1/4  axles.
Front Axle
Front Axle fluid level should be at the bot

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DODGE DAKOTA 2006 3.G Owners Manual Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion 
Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- 
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads

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DODGE DAKOTA 2006 3.G Owners Manual •Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing 
that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint
finish.
CAUTION!
Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials
such as steel wool or scouring

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DODGE DAKOTA 2006 3.G Owners Manual •If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, 
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
•If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mu

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DODGE DAKOTA 2006 3.G Owners Manual Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis 
with any commercial household-type glass cleaner.
Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use caution when
cleaning inside rear wind