2006 DODGE DAKOTA jump start

STARTING PROCEDURES
The starter should not be operated for more than 15
second intervals. Waiting a few seconds between such
intervals will protect the starter from overheating.
Manual Transmission
Apply the parking brake, place the gearshift control lever
in NEUTRAL and depress clutch pedal to the floor before
starting the vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with a
clutch interlocking ignition system. It will not start unless
the clutch is depressed.
Automatic Transmission
Start the engine with the shift lever in NEUTRAL or
PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any
driving range.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel
could enter the catalytic converter and once the
engine has started, ignite and damage the converter
and vehicle. 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.
See section 6 of this manual for the proper jump
starting procedures and follow them carefully.
STARTING AND OPERATING 201
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS

Hazard Warning Flasher ..................282

Adding Fuel ..........................282

Changing A Flat Tire ....................284
▫ Jack Location ........................284
▫ Removing The Spare Tire ................286
▫ Tire Changing Procedure ................288

Jump Starting .........................293

Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped ........296

Towing A Disabled Vehicle ................297
▫ Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles ...............297
▫ Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles ...............297
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To Stow The Flat Or Spare
Turn the wheel so that the valve stem is down. Slide the
wheel retainer through the center of the wheel and
position it properly across the wheel opening.
For convenience in checking the spare tire inflation, stow
with the valve stem toward the rear of the vehicle.
Rotate the winch mechanism until the wheel is drawn
into place against the underside of the vehicle. Continue
to rotate until you feel the winch mechanism slip or click
3 times. It cannot be overtightened. Push against the tire
several times to be sure it is firmly in place.
To Stow the Flat or Spare: Wheel retainer does not fit
through the center of the aluminum wheel. The tire must
be stored in a safe manner in the bed of the truck.
JUMP STARTING
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not
allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth-
ing. 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 the con-
taminated area immediately 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 with an output that
exceeds 12 volts.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293
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Check the Battery Test Indicator (if equipped). If a light or
bright colored dot is visible in the indicator (if equipped),
DO NOT jump-start the battery.
If the indicator (if equipped) is dark or shows a green dot,
proceed as follows:
1. Wear eye protection and remove all metal jewelry such
as watch bands or bracelets which might make an
unintended electrical contact.
2. Park the booster vehicle within cable reach but with-
out letting the vehicles touch. Set the parking brake, place
the automatic transmission in PARK and turn the ignition
OFF on both vehicles.
3. Turn OFF heater, radio and all unnecessary electrical
loads. 4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive
terminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end of
the same cable to the positive terminal of the discharged
battery.
WARNING!
Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
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.
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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 below
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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 295
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Block Heater......................... 203
Break-In Recommendations ................ 70
Compartment ......................... 303
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................. 322,356
Cooling ............................. 320
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 71,256
Fails to Start .......................... 202
Flooded, Starting ...................... 202
Fuel Requirements ..................... 355
Jump Starting ......................... 293
Oil ........................... 307,355,356
Oil Filler Cap ......................... 310
Oil Selection .......................... 355
Oil Synthetic ......................... 311
Overheating .......................... 323
Starting ............................. 201
Temperature Gauge ..................... 152
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 14
Equipment Identification Plate .............. 279 Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze
................. 322
Event Data Recorder ...................... 55
Exhaust Gas Caution ................71,256,320
Exhaust System ....................... 71,320
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 39
Exterior Lighting ........................ 115
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 313
Engine Fuel .......................... 313
Engine Oil ........................ 31 1,356
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 311
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... 282
Turn Signal ..................... 1 17,152,348
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ 293
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 202
Floor Console .......................... 142
Fluid, Brake ........................... 357
394 INDEX

Spark Plugs............................ 312
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .............. 121
Speedometer ........................... 154
Starting ............................... 201
Emergency (Jump Starting) ............... 293
Engine Block Heater .................... 203
Steering Column Controls ...................... 117
Column Lock .......................... 13
Power ........................... 228,317
Wheel, Tilt ........................... 120
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls ............................. 186
Storage Compartment, Center Seat ........... 143
Storage, Vehicle ......................... 340
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 229
Sun Roof .............................. 138
Sunroof Maintenance ..................... 140
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information ........ 247 Synthetic Engine Oil
...................... 311
Tachometer ............................ 155
Tailgate ............................... 145
Taillights .............................. 348
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......... 152
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 60
Theft System Arming ...................... 26
Theft System Disarming .................... 27
Thermostat ............................ 325
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 120
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......234,247
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 233
Tire Markings .......................... 230
Tire Safety Information .................... 230
Tires ............................ 72,238,387
Aging (Life of Tires) .................... 245
Air Pressure .......................... 238
Alignment ........................... 246
INDEX 403
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