2010 DODGE NITRO heating

CAUTION!
•The catalytic converter requires the use of un-
leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the
effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con-
trol device and may seriously reduce engine per-
formance and cause serious damage to the engine.
•Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Overheating.......................... 386
Towing ............................. 397
Emission Control System Maintenance ......404,450
Engine ............................... 401
Air Cleaner .......................... 410
Block Heater ......................... 296
Break-In Recommendations ................ 86
Compartment ...................... 401,402
Compartment Identification ............... 402
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... 446
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 87,363
Fails to Start .......................... 294
Flooded, Starting ...................... 294
Fuel Requirements .................. 358,445
Jump Starting ......................... 393
Oil ........................... 407,445,446
Oil Disposal .......................... 409
Oil Filter ............................ 410
Oil Selection .......................... 445 Oil Synthetic
......................... 409
Overheating .......................... 386
Starting ............................. 293
Temperature Gauge .................... 192
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 409
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 409
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 71
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 19
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 87,363
Exhaust System ....................... 87,415
Exterior Finish Care ...................... 429
Exterior Lights .......................... 90
Fabric Care ............................ 431
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 410
Air Conditioning ...................... 286
Engine Oil ........................ 410,446
Finish Care ............................ 429
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Multi-Function Control Lever............... 147
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 86
Occupant Restraints ....................... 38
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ................. 59
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............358,359
Odometer Trip ................................ 206
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ............ 311
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ............ 311
Oil, Engine ......................... 407,446
Capacity ............................ 445
Dipstick ............................. 407
Filter ............................ 410,446
Identification Logo ..................... 408
Materials Added to ..................... 409
Recommendation ................... 408,445
Synthetic ............................ 409 Viscosity
......................... 409,445
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............403,404
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 165
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 5
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 98
Overdrive ....................... 200,301,306
Overdrive OFF Switch .................301,306
Overheating, Engine ................... 192,386
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........5,475
Paint Care ............................. 428
Paint Damage .......................... 428
Panic Alarm ............................ 23
Park Sense System, Rear ................... 159
Parking Brake .......................... 317
Parking On Hill ......................... 317
Passing Light ........................... 149
Personal Settings ........................ 219
Pets .................................. 85
490 INDEX