2007 DODGE DAKOTA instrument panel

Headlamp Delay
To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a
headlamp delay that will leave the headlamps on for 60
seconds. This delay is initiated when the ignition is
turned OFF while the headlamp switch is on, and then
the headlamp switch is cycled off. The headlamps will
remain on for 60 seconds. Headlamp delay can be
cancelled by either turning the headlamp switch ON then
OFF or by turning the ignition ON.
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights
When the headlight switch is rotated to the first
position, the parking lights, taillights, side marker
lights, license plate light and instrument panel
lights are all turned on. The headlights will turn ON
when the switch is rotated to the second position.Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight lenses
that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage
than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
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WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in
the ignition. A child could operate power windows,
sunroof,other controls, or move the vehicle.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
This vehicle has two 12V auxiliary power outlets that can
provide up to 20 Amps of current for accessories de-
signed for use with standard power outlet adapters. The
outlets are located in the instrument panel, below the
temperature control setting knob, and the other inside the
full - size center console. When the optional Cigar Lighter
heating element is used, it heats when pushed in and
pops out automatically when ready for use.To preserve
the heating element, do not hold the lighter in the
heating position.
The instrument panel outlet can be reconfigured by the
customer to operate only when the ignition is On (switch
battery fed) or with the ignition switch On/Off (battery
fed) to allow for cellular phone charging and/or opera-
tion while the ignition is Off. This can be done by moving
the power outlet (switchable) fuse (fuse #22) from the
inboard position to the outboard position.
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FLOOR CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED
Floor Console Features
The Floor Console between the driver’s and front pas-
senger’s seat has the following features:
•Miscellaneous storage compartments
•Flexible cup holder inserts
•Portable phone storage bin
•Portable phone cord routing between lid and base on
forward edge
•12 Volt power outlet inside storage compartment
•Side open armrest lid
•Tissue holder & pen holder
•Coin slotsThe coin slots are located under the instrument panel
center stack.
Storage Compartments
Some miscellaneous storage compartments and cup
holders have rubber mats at the bottom, the mats are
both removable and dishwasher safe for cleaning pur-
poses. Various storage compartments provide versatile
and useful storage. A coin holder is also provided inside
the console storage compartment.
Cup Holders
The cup holders fit a wide variety of cup and bottle sizes.
To use the adjustable cup holders (only in automatic
transmission vehicles), place your beverage in the cup
holder, then adjust the movable arms to tightly hold the
beverage.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS
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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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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