2007 DODGE DAKOTA wiper blades

▫Front Suspension Ball Joints..............306
▫Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints........307
▫Body Lubrication.....................307
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................307
▫Windshield Washers...................308
▫Exhaust System......................309
▫Cooling System.......................310
▫Emission Related Components............315
▫Brake System........................316
▫Clutch Hydraulic System................318
▫Manual Transmission..................318
▫Automatic Transmission................318
▫Transfer Case........................321▫Axles ..............................321
▫Selection Of Lubricating Grease...........322
▫Appearance Care And Protection
From Corrosion......................323

Fuses (Power Distribution Center)...........327

Vehicle Storage........................332

Replacement Light Bulbs.................332

Bulb Replacement......................333
▫Headlamps..........................333
▫Front Park And Turn Signal Lamp..........337
▫Rear Side Marker, Taillamps/Stoplamp, And
Turn Signal Bulbs — Replacement.........338
▫Center High-Mounted Stoplamp And
Cargo Lamp.........................341
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Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints
All four wheel drive models are equipped with four
constant velocity joints. Periodic lubrication of these
joints is not required. However, the joint boot should be
inspected for external leakage or damage periodically. If
external leakage or damage is evident, the joint boot and
grease should be replaced immediately. Continued op-
eration could result in failure of the joint due to water
and dirt contamination of the grease. This would require
complete replacement of the joint assembly. Refer to the
Service Manual for the detailed replacement procedure.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors and hood hinges, should be lubricated
periodically to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect
against rust and wear. Prior to the application of any
lubricant, the parts concerned should be wiped clean to
remove dust and grit; after lubricating excess oil and
grease should be removed. Particular attention shouldalso be given to hood latching components to insure
proper function. When performing other underhood ser-
vices, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch
should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MoparLock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield
should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth
and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accu-
mulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
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Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers
The fluid reservoir should be checked for fluid level at
regular intervals. When freezing weather is anticipated,
flush out the water in the reservoir by operating the
system. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer anti-
freeze (not radiator antifreeze), and operate the system
for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a
few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or
freezing the fluid on the cold windshield. MoparAll
Weather Windshield Washer Solution used with water as
directed on the container, aids cleaning action, reduces
freezing point to avoid line clogging, and is not harmful
to paint or trim.
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Weight Load Carrying.................... 247
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 234
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 325
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 325
Wheel Changing........................ 273
Wheel Mounting........................ 278
Wheel Nut Torque....................... 281
Wind Buffeting.......................... 33
Window Fogging........................ 179
Windows.............................. 32
Power............................... 32Rear Sliding.......................... 124
Windshield Defroster..................... 177
Windshield Washers.................. 96,97,308
Fluid ............................. 96,308
Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 307
Windshield Wipers....................... 96
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 307
Wipers, Intermittent....................... 97
Wrecker Towing......................... 286
YES EssentialsFabric Cleaning Procedure...... 325
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