2010 DODGE NITRO ignition

- Oil Pressure Warning Light
• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop thevehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four
minutes when this light turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommendyou do not operate the vehicle. Hav e the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the
ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in
the PARK position; the light should turn off.
• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is
flashing when the engine is running, immedi ate service is required and you may
experience reduced performance, an elevat ed/rough idle or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing. We recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the
vehicle serviced immediately.
- Airbag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Hav e the vehicle serviced immediately.
- SERV (Service) 4WD Indicator Light
• If the light stays on or comes on during driving, it means that the 4WD system is not
functioning properly and that service is required. We recommend you do not operate
the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Transmission Temperature Warning Light
• This light indicates that ther e is excessive transmission fluid temperat ure that might
occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the vehicle
and run the engine at idle, w ith the transmission inNEUTRAL, until the light turns off.
Once the light turns off, you may continue to drive normally.
Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
• If a “gas cap” message (shown as gASCAP) appears, tighten the gas cap until a “clicking” sound is heard.
• Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
• If the message continues to appear for mor e than three days after tightening the gas
cap, see your authorized dealer.
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Oil Change Indicator
Message
• If an “oil change” message (shownas CHAngE OIL) appears and a single chime
sounds, it is time for your next required oil change.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine).
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.
• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
• In any of the following situations, you c an reduce the potential for overheating by
taking the appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, shift tran smission intoNEUTRAL, but do not increase
engine idle speed.
NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat
condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the Temperature Control to maximum heat, the Mode Control to floor and the Fan Control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the
radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.
• If the temperature reading does not re turn to normal, turn the engine off immediately.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could dama ge your vehicle. If the temperature gauge
reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner
turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on
HOT (H), and you hear continuous chimes, t urn the engine off immediately and call for
service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from
your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the
hood until the radiator has had time to co ol. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
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Preparations For Jacking
• Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
• Set the parking brake and shiftthe automatic transmissioninto PARK.
• Turn the ignition to LOCK and turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. • Block both the front and rear of the wheeldiagonally opposite of the jacking position.
For example, if changing the right front tire,
block the left rear wheel.
NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the
vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions
WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing p rocedures to help prevent personal injury or
damage to your vehicle: Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of
the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle.
• Remove the spare tire, jack and tools from the stored location.
• Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
• Assemble the jack and jacking tools. Connect the jack handle driver to the extension, then to the lug wrench.
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Preparations for Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind
the left headlight assembly.
NOTE: The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to
gain access to the positive battery post.
WARNING!
• Take care to avoid the radiator coolin g fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start
anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks away
from the battery.
• Set the parking brake, shift the autom atic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition
to LOCK.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• If using a another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper
cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection
and personal injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due
to battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of
the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
• Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.
• Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of
the booster battery.
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Totally Integrated Power Module
• The Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) is located in the engine compartment near
the battery. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
J1 40 Amp Green Power Folding Seat
J2 30 Amp Pink Transfer Case/Pwr Liftgate Module
J3 40 Amp Green Rear Door Module (RR DOOR NODE)
J4 25 Amp Natural Driver Door Node
J5 25 Amp Natural Passenger Door Node
J6 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Pump/ESP
J7 30 Amp Pink Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Valve/ESP
J8 40 Amp Green Power Memory Seat (If Equipped)
J9 40 Amp Green PZEV Motor/Flex Fuel
J10 30 Amp Pink Hdlp Wash Relay/Manual Tuning Valve
J11 30 Amp Pink Sway Bar/THATCHAM Lock-Unlock/Power
Sliding Door Module
J13 60 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw (IOD) — Main
J14 40 Amp Green EBL (Rear Window Defogger)
J15 30 Amp Pink Rear Blower
J17 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid
J18 20 Amp Blue Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Trans
Range
J19 60 Amp Yellow Radiator Fan
J20 30 Amp Pink Front Wiper LO/HI
J21 20 Amp Blue Front/Rear Washer
J22 25 Amp Natural Sunroof Module
M1 15 Amp Blue Center High Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL)/Brake Switch
M2 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Lighting
M3 20 Amp Yellow Frt/Rear Axle Lockers
M4 10 Amp Red Trailer Tow
M5 25 Amp
NaturalInverter
M6 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet #1/Rain Sensor
M7 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet #2 (BATT/ACC SELECT)
M8 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seat
M9 20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seat (If Equipped)
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
M10 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw — Vehicle Entertainment
System (IOD-VES), Satellite Digital Audio
Receiver (SDARS), DVD, Hands-Free Module
(HFM), RADIO, Antenna (ANT), Universal
Garage Door Opener (UGDO), Vanity Lamp
(VANITY LP)
M11 10 Amp Red (Ignition Off Draw) IOD-HVAC/ATC, MW
SENSR, Underhood Lamp (UH LMP)
M12 30 Amp Green Amplifier (AMP)
M13 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw— Cabin Compartment
Node (IOD-CCN), Wireless Control Module
(WCM), SIREN, Clock Module (CLK MOD),
Multifunction Control Switch (MULTIFCTN
SW)
M14 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow (Export Only)
M15 20 Amp Yellow COL MOD, IR SNS, Heater Ventilation, Air
Conditioning/Automatic Temperature
Control (HVAC/ATC), Rearview Mirror (RR VW
MIR), Cabin Compartment Node (CCN),
Transfer Case Switch (T-CASE SW), RUN/ST,
Multifunction Control Switch (MULTIFTCN
SW), Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM), Glow Plug
Module (GLW PLG MOD) — Export Diesel
Only
M16 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller/Occupant
Classification Module (ORC/OCM)
M17 15 Amp Blue Left Tail/License/Park Lamp (LT-TAIL/LIC/
PRK LMP)
M18 15 Amp Blue Right Tail/Park/Run Lamp (RT-TAIL/PRK/RUN
LMP)
M19 25 Amp
NaturalAuto Shut Down (ASD #1 and #2)
M20 15 Amp Blue Cabin Compartment Node Interior Light
(CCN INT LIGHT), Switch Bank (SW BANK),
Steering Control Module (SCM)
M21 20 Amp Yellow Auto Shut Down (ASD #3)
M22 10 Amp Red Right Horn (RT HORN (HI/LOW)
M23 10 Amp Red Left Horn (LT HORN (HI/LOW)
M24 25 Amp
Natural Rear Wiper (REAR WIPER)
M25 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump (FUEL PUMP), Diesel Lift Pump
(DSL LIFT PUMP) — Export Only
M26 10 Amp Red Power Mirror Switch (PWR MIRR SW), Driver
Window Switch (DRVR WIND SW)
M27 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch (IGN SW), Window Module
(WIN MOD)
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