2007 DODGE DAKOTA Owners Manual

To mount a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate
can be removed. Unlatch tailgate and remove support
cables from the retainer pins. Raise right side of tailgate
until the lower right side pivot clears the hanger bracket.
Then slide the tailgate to the right to remove.Carbon Monoxide Warning Vehicles Equipped
With A Cap or Slide-In Campers
To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly, the
exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Cap or
Slide-In Campers” should extend beyond the overhang-
ing camper compartment and be free of leaks.
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CONTENTS

Instruments And Controls.................134

Instrument Cluster......................135

Instrument Cluster Description.............136

Electronic Digital Clock..................143
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................144

Radio General Information................144
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................144
▫Two Types Of Signals..................144
▫Electrical Disturbances..................145▫AM Reception.......................145
▫FM Reception........................145

Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single Disc)
Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands
Free Phone Capability...................146
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......146
▫Operation Instructions - CD Mode.........150
▫Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode.....152
▫Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone —
If Equipped.........................1534

▫Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio — If
Equipped...........................153

Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio
With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone,
And Vehicle Entertainment Systems (VES)
Capabilities...........................154
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......154
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................159
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................161
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files.............163
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3
Audio Play).........................165
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . 165
Satellite Radio — If Equipped..............167
▫System Activation.....................168
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID)....................168
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In REF, RAQ, And RAK
Radios.............................169
▫Selecting a Channel....................170
▫Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......170
▫Using The PTY (Program Type) Button (If
Equipped)..........................170
▫PTY ButtonScan.....................170
▫PTY ButtonSeek.....................171
▫Satellite Antenna......................171
▫Reception Quality.....................171
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Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . 172
▫Radio Operation......................172
▫CD Player..........................173

Compact Disc Maintenance................173

Sound Box Operation....................174
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones........175

Climate Controls.......................175
▫Air Conditioning And Heater.............175
▫Operating Tips.......................178
▫Operation Tips Chart...................181
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION
1. Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank when
ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge indicates engine coolant
temperature. Any reading within the normal
range indicates that the cooling system is operat-
ing satisfactorily. The gauge needle will likely indicate a
higher temperature when driving in hot weather, up
mountain grades, in heavy traffic, or when towing a
trailer. If the needle rises to the “H” mark, stop the
vehicle, shift into N (Neutral), and increase engine speed
for 2-3 minutes. If the temperature reading does not
return to normal, seek authorized service immediately.
CAUTION!
Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the
engine running as you would not be able to react to
the temperature indicator if the engine overheats.
The gauge pointer will remain near its last reading when
the engine is turned off. It will return to a true reading
when the engine is restarted.
3. Turn Signal Indicators
When a turn signal is activated, a right-pointing or
left-pointing arrow lights up and flashes to indicate the
direction of the turn. These indicators also indicate
proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
If either indicator flashes at a faster rate than normal,
check for a defective bulb. If either indicator fails to light
up when the lever is moved, check for a defective fuse or
turn signal LED. A single chime is activated when the
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