2010 DODGE DAKOTA airbag

23. Airbag Warning LightThe airbag warning light will illuminate and
remain lit for six to eight seconds when the
ignition is first turned ON. If the light does not
illuminate when the ignition is first turned ON,
or the light stays on or comes on while driving, have the
airbag system checked by an authorized dealer. Refer to
“Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Start-
ing Your Vehicle” for further information.
24. 4WD Indicator This light indicates the vehicle is in four-wheel
drive and 4LOCK. 4WD allows all four wheels
to receive torque from the engine simulta-
neously.
25. SVC (Service) 4WD Indicator
The SVC 4WD illuminates when the ignition key is
turned to the ON position and will stay on for two seconds. If the light stays on or illuminates during
driving, it means that the 4WD system is not functioning
properly and that service is required.
26. Cruise Indicator
The cruise indicator illuminates when the electronic
speed control system is turned on.
27. Cargo Lamp
The Cargo Lamp indicator will illuminate
when the Cargo Lamp is activated by pressing
the CARGO button, located on the headlight
switch.
28. TOW/HAUL
The TOW/HAUL button is located at the end of the gear
shift lever. This light will illuminate when the TOW/
HAUL button has been selected.
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NOTE:Check the automatic transmission fluid level
before towing.
Tow/Haul – If Equipped
To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat-
ing, turn the TOW/HAUL feature ON when driving in
hilly areas or shift the transmission to Drive position 2 on
more severe grades.
Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped

Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
When using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can resume cruising speed.
Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to
maximize fuel efficiency.
Cooling System
To reduce potential for engine and transmission over-
heating, take the following actions:
City Driving
When stopped for short periods of time, shift the trans-
mission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
Highway Driving
Reduce speed.
Air Conditioning
Turn off temporarily.
SNOWPLOW
Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment
should notbe added to the front end of your vehicle. The
airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the
front end structure. The airbags could deploy unexpect-
edly or could fail to deploy during a collision.
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WARNING!
Do not add a snow plow, winches, or any other
aftermarket equipment to the front of your vehicle.
This could adversely affect the functioning of the
airbag system and you could be injured.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Two-Wheel Drive Models
Recreational towing of two-wheel drive models is not
allowable. Towing the vehicle with the transmission in
NEUTRAL can cause severe transmission damage. Re-
moval of the driveshaft for towing is not recommended,
since this would allow fluid to drain from the
transmission.
Four-Wheel Drive Models
CAUTION!
•Internal damage to the transfer case will occur if a
front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational
towing.
•The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL
for recreational towing. The NEUTRAL button is
located on the lower left hand corner of the trans-
fer case switch. Shifts into and out of transfer case
NEUTRAL can take place with the transfer case
switch in any mode position.
•Automatic transmissions must be placed in PARK
position for recreational towing.
•Failure to follow these procedures can cause se-
vere transmission and/or transfer case damage.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 325

CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
31 30 Amp
GreenIgnition Run/AC/
Windows
32 30 Amp Pink Front Control Module
(FCM) 1 (Ext. Lights #
1)
33 30 Amp Pink Auto Shut Down
(ASD)
34 30 Amp Pink Front Control Module
(FCM) 2 (Ext. Light #
2)
35 40 Amp Green HVAC Blower Motor
36 Spare
37 Spare
38 20 Amp Blue SpareCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
39 30 Amp Pink Starter Solenoid
40 40 Amp Green Ignition Run Feeds
41 30 Amp Pink Wiper Motor
42 25 Amp
NaturalFront Control Module
(FCM) 5 (T-Case)
43 10 Amp
RedLt Park Lamps
44 10 Amp
RedRt Park Lamps
45 20 Amp
YellowTrailer Tow Park
Lamps
46 10 Amp
RedAirbag System # 2
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
47 Spare
48 20 Amp Blue Sunroof/Sound Box
49 30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow B+
50 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem (ABS) Module
(Pump)
51 40 Amp Green Park Lamps
52 Spare
53 40 Amp Green Rear Defogger
54 Spare
55 SpareCavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
56 10 Amp
RedHeated Seats
57 20 Amp
YellowAirbag System # 2
58 20 Amp
YellowHeated Seats
59 10 Amp
RedHVAC Module
60 10 Amp
RedABS Module
61 20 Amp
YellowFront Control Module
(FCM) 3 (Reverse
Lamps)
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389

Adding Fuel........................... 307
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 362
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 363
Air Conditioning ........................ 237
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..........237,240
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............363,364
Air Conditioning System ................237,363
Air Filter .............................. 362
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 284
Airbag ........................... 46,54,186
Airbag Deployment ....................... 56
Airbag Light ........................ 53,58,76
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 57
Airbag, Side .......................... 52,54
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........49,52,54
Alarm, Panic ............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................19,176
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 19
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7Antenna, Satellite Radio
................... 231
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............370,399
Disposal ............................ 372
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............270,271
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 176
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 19
Anti-Theft System ..................... 19,176
Appearance Care ........................ 380
Assistance Towing ....................... 101
Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... 32
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 84
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 31
Automatic Transaxle .................... 12,252
Interlock System ....................... 15
Automatic Transmission .............249,253,376
Adding Fluid ......................... 376
Fluid Level Check ..................... 376
Fluid Type ........................... 401
Gear Ranges ......................... 253
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Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 17
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 16
Keyless Entry System ...................... 21
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 46
Lane Change and Turn Signals .........133,174,392
Lane Change Assist ...................... 134
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 37
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren).. 64
Latches ................................ 77
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 77
Life of Tires ............................ 288
Light Bulbs ............................. 77
Lights .............................. 77,129
Airbag ........................ 53,58,76,186
Anti-Lock Warning ..................... 176
Back-Up ............................ 392 Brake Warning
........................ 181
Bulb Replacement ................... 390,391
Cargo .............................. 133
Center Mounted Stop ................... 395
Courtesy/Reading ..................... 142
Cruise .............................. 186
Daytime Running ...................... 132
Exterior .............................. 77
Fog .......................... 132,180,399
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 332
Headlights ........................... 131
High Beam .......................... 134
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 134
Instrument Cluster ..................... 174
Intensity Control ...................... 129
Interior .......................... 129,142
License ............................. 397
Lights On Reminder .................... 132
Low Fuel ............................ 174
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INDEX 439