2007 DODGE DAKOTA fuel cap

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

3.7L/4.7L Engine Compartment.............292

Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II........293
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............293

Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................294

Replacement Parts......................295

Dealer Service.........................296

Maintenance Procedures..................296
▫Engine Oil..........................297▫Engine Oil Filter......................300
▫Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tension . . 301
▫Spark Plugs.........................301
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................302
▫Engine Fuel Filter.....................302
▫Catalytic Converter....................302
▫Maintenance Free Battery................304
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............305
▫Power Steering — Fluid Check............306
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light.” It will
also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your dealer for service as soon as
possible.CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the “Malfunction Indica-
tor Light” on could cause further damage to the
emission control system. It could also affect fuel
economy and driveability. The vehicle must be
serviced before any emissions tests can be per-
formed.
•If the “Malfunction Indicator Light” is flashing
while the engine is running, severe catalytic con-
verter damage and power loss will soon occur.
Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly
installed, or damaged. A loose fuel filler cap message will
be displayed in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas
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Dusty Conditions
Driving through dust-laden air increases the problems of
keeping abrasive materials out of the engine. Under these
conditions, special attention should be given to the
engine air cleaner. The crankcase ventilation system
should also be checked periodically. Make sure that these
units are always clean. This will tend to reduce to a
minimum the amount of abrasive material that may enter
the engine.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacture only
recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet
the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard
MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacture only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera-
ture starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil
filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil
viscosity for your vehicle.
For information on engine oil filler cap location, see the
Engine Compartment illustration in this section.
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Fog Lamps
1. Disconnect connector from fog lamp by raising wire
harness lock tab and pulling on wire harness connector.2. Rotate fog lamp bulb 1/4 turn counterclockwise and
pull to remove from fog lamp housing.
3. Reverse Procedure to install.
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel
3.7L/4.7L, 87 Octane 22 Gal. 83L
4.7L HO, 91 Octane, Recommended Not Required 22 Gal. 83L
Engine Oil (with filter)
3.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 5 Qt. 4.7L
4.7L, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 6 Qt. 5.7L
4.7L HO, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 6 Qt. 5.7L
Cooling System (includes 2.1 Qts./2L for coolant bottle
3.7L (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 13.3 Qt. 12.5L
4.7L (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 13.3 Qt. 12.5L
4.7L HO (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 13.3 Qt. 12.5L
NOTE:All fluid capacities are approximate capacities.
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Emission Related Components.............. 315
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 302
Block Heater......................... 189
Break-In Recommendations................ 71
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 346
Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 72,242
Flooded, Starting...................... 188
Fuel Requirements..................... 345
Jump Starting......................... 283
Oil ...........................297,345,346
Oil Filler Cap......................... 299
Oil Selection.......................... 345
Oil Synthetic......................... 300
Starting............................. 187
Temperature Gauge..................... 136
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 19
Equipment Identification Plate.............. 270
Event Data Recorder...................... 56Exhaust Gas Caution................ 72,242,309
Exhaust System....................... 72,309
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 43
ExteriorLighting ......................... 92
Fabric Care............................ 325
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 302
Engine Fuel.......................... 302
Engine Oil........................300,346
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 300
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 272
Turn Signal...................... 94,136,338
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 282
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................ 247
Engine Oil........................... 246
Fuel Requirements..................... 245
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Maintenance.......................... 247
Replacement Parts..................... 247
Starting............................. 246
Flooded Engine Starting................... 188
Floor Console.......................... 121
Fluid, Brake........................... 347
Fluid Capacities......................... 345
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 318
Brake............................... 316
Engine Oil........................... 297
Power Steering........................ 306
Transfer Case......................... 321
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 346
Fog Lights........................... 93,345
Four Wheel Drive....................... 199
Operation........................... 199
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 272
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 217FrontAxle(Differential) ................... 322
Fuel................................. 238
Adding............................. 243
Filter ............................... 302
Gauge.............................. 136
Octane Rating......................238,346
Requirements......................238,345
Tank Capacity........................ 345
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fueling ............................... 243
Fuses................................ 327
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 110
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...............244,293
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge)................... 136
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 238
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 239
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 136
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Manual Transmission...............187,196,318
Fluid Level Check...................... 318
Lubricant Selection..................318,347
Map/Reading Lights..................... 103
Mirrors ................................ 79
Automatic Dimming..................... 79
Electric Powered....................... 81
Heated.............................. 82
Outside.............................. 80
Rearview............................. 79
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Mopar Parts.........................295,373
Multi-Function Control Lever................ 94
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 71
Occupant Classification System (OCS).......... 48
Occupant Restraints....................... 34
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 238Oil, Engine.........................297,346
Capacity............................ 345
Change Interval....................... 298
Dipstick............................. 297
Disposal............................ 300
Filter ............................300,346
Filter Disposal........................ 300
Identification Logo..................... 299
Materials Added to..................... 300
Recommendation...................299,345
Synthetic............................ 300
Viscosity..........................299,345
Onboard Diagnostic System..............293,294
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 110
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 80
Overdrive..........................139,193
Overdrive OFF Switch.................... 193
Overhead Console....................103,104
Overhead Travel Information Center.......... 104
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