2006 DODGE DAKOTA key

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
The flasher switch is on the top of the steering column,
just behind the steering wheel. Press the flasher switch
and all front and rear directional signals will flash
intermittently.
Press the switch a second time to turn off the emergency
flashers. This is an emergency warning system and should not be
used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the
flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition
key removed and the vehicle locked.
ADDING FUEL
If using a portable fuel container, it should have a flexible
nozzle long enough to reach past the restriction in the
fuel filler tube.
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CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a
vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for
tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could
damage your vehicle.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use of safety chains is recom-
mended. Attach towing device to main structural mem-
bers of the vehicle — not to bumpers or associated
brackets. State and local laws applying to vehicles
under tow must be observed.
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels
OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the
vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised
and the opposite end on a towing dolly.
Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles
Provided that the transmission is operable, tow with the
transmission in Neutral and the ignition key in the OFF
position along with the front wheels raised and the rear
wheels on the ground. The speed must not exceed 30
mph (50 km/h) and the distance must not exceed 15
miles (25 km).
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cap until aclickingsound is heard. This is an indication
that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer
reset button to turn the message off. If the problem
persists, the message will appear the next time the
vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If
the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will
turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving
the problem will turn the MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.
Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system may
notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system is determined not ready
for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine. If you crank or start the engine, you
will have to start this test over.
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3. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen: a. The MIL light will blink for approximately 5 sec-
onds and then remain on until the first engine crank or
the key is turned off. This means that your vehicle’s
OBD system is not readyand you should notproceed
to the I/M station.
b. The MIL light will remain fully illuminated until the
first engine crank or the key is turned off. This means
that your vehicle’s OBD system is readyand you can
proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD system is not readyyou should see your
dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was recently
serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you
normally would in order for your OBD system to update.
A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate
that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD system is
ready or not ready, if the MIL symbol is illuminated
during normal vehicle operation, you should have your
vehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M
station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on
with the engine running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine Mopar
parts for normal/scheduled
maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in-
sure the designed performance. Damage or failures
caused by the use of non-Mopar parts for maintenance
and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer’s
warranty.
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Ball Joints............................. 317
Battery ............................... 315
Charging ............................ 293
Emergency Starting ..................... 293
Gas Caution .......................... 293
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 25
Saving Feature (Protection) ............... 114
Belts, Drive ............................ 312
Belts, Seat .............................. 31
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 318
B-Pillar Location ........................ 234
Brake Fluid ............................ 357
Brake System ........................ 225,326
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................... 225,226
Disc Brakes .......................... 326
Fluid Check .......................... 326
Hoses .............................. 327
Master Cylinder ....................... 326
Parking ............................. 224 Warning Light
..................... 155,156
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 204
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 70
Bulb Replacement ....................... 342
Bulbs, Light ............................ 341
Calibration, Compass ..................... 129
Camper ............................... 145
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 355
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... 310
Power Steering ........................ 317
Car Washes ............................ 333
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..............146,256
Cargo Light ............................ 117
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 258
Catalytic Converter .................... 256,313
CD (Compact Disc) Player ...............160,168
Cellular Phone ........................ 82,188
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Grease............................... 332
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...............259,262
Gross Cargo Weight ...................... 258
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ................ 261
GVWR ............................ 258,261
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™) .............. 82
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 282
Headlights ............................ 342
High Beam ........................... 118
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 118
Lights On Reminder .................... 116
Passing ............................. 118
Replacing ............................ 342
Switch .............................. 115
Heated Mirrors .......................... 82
Heated Seats ........................... 110
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 203
High Beam Indicator ..................... 153 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 118
Hitches
Trailer Towing ........................ 264
Holder, Cup ........................... 144
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 132
Hood Release ........................... 111
Hoses ................................ 325
Ignition ............................... 13
Key ............................... 10,13
Lock ................................ 13
Illuminated Entry ........................ 14
Infant Restraint .......................... 57
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 247
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 79
Instrument Cluster ....................... 152
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 150
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 336
Interior Appearance Care .................. 335
396 INDEX

Interior Lights.......................... 113
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 119
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Operation ....................... 284,288
Jacking Instructions ...................... 289
Key, Replacement ........................ 11
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 10
Key-In Reminder ......................... 10
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 10
Knee Bolster ............................ 40
Lane Change and Turn Signals ......... 117,152,348
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 31
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . 60
Life of Tires ............................ 245
Lights .............................. 72,113 Airbag
............................ 53,158
Anti-Lock Warning ..................... 155
Back-Up ............................. 348
Brake Warning ........................ 156
Bulb Replacement ................... 341,342
Cargo .............................. 117
Center Mounted Stop ................... 350
Courtesy/Reading ..................... 125
Cruise .............................. 158
Daytime Running ...................... 116
Door Ajar ........................... 156
Fog .......................... 1 16,153,354
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 282
Headlights ........................... 115
High Beam ........................... 118
High Beam/Low Beam Select .............. 118
Instrument Cluster ..................... 152
Intensity Control ....................... 114
Interior ........................... 1 13,125
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License............................. 353
Lights On Reminder .................... 116
Low Fuel ......................... 152,153
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........ 157
Passing ............................. 118
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 153
Service .............................. 341
Turn Signal ........................ 1 17,348
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 152
Washer Fluid ......................... 157
Limited-Slip Differential ................... 223
Loading Vehicle ......................... 258
Tires ............................... 234
Locks ................................. 15
Auto Unlock .......................... 17
Automatic Door ........................ 17
Child Protection ........................ 19
Door ................................ 15
Ignition .............................. 13 Keys
................................ 10
Power Door ........................... 16
Steering Wheel ......................... 13
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 60
Lubricating Oil ......................... 332
Lubrication, Body ....................... 318
Lug Nuts ............................. 291
Lumbar Support ........................ 107
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 315
Maintenance Procedures ................... 307
Maintenance Schedule .................... 361
Schedule “A” ......................... 375
Schedule “B” ......................... 364
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 140
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 157,305
Manual, Service ......................... 386
Manual Transmission ...............201,209,328
Fluid Level Check ...................... 328
398 INDEX