2011 DODGE NITRO climate control

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning Flasher switch is located on the
lower switch bank below the climate controls.Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all directional
turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Press the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers
may wear down your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating your engine by taking the
appropriate action.
•On the highways — slow down.
•In city traffic — while stopped, put transmission in
NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “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
the “H” and you hear continuous chimes, turn the
engine off immediately and call for service.
380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-
Fuse Description
J21 20 Amp Blue Front/Rear Washer
J22 25 Amp Natural Sunroof Module – If
Equipped
M1 15 Amp
Blue Rear Center Brake
Lamp, 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
Natural 115V AC Inverter – If
Equipped
M6 20 Amp
Yellow Rain Sensor – If
EquippedCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
Fuse Description
M7 20 Amp
Yellow Cigar Lighter
M8 20 Amp
Yellow Front Heated Seat – If
Equipped
M9 — —
M10 15 Amp
Blue Ignition Off Draw –
Video System, Satel-
lite Radio, DVD,
Hands-Free Module,
Antenna, Universal
Garage Door Opener,
Vanity Lamp
M11 10 Amp
Red Ignition Off Draw –
Climate Control Sys-
tem, MW SENSR, Un-
derhood Lamp
434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-
Fuse Description
M33 10 Amp
Red Powertrain Control
Module
M34 10 Amp
Red Park Assist/Rear
Camera, Climate Con-
trol System Module,
Headlamp Wash,
Compass, IR Sensor,
Relay Diesel Cabin
Heater, Radiator Fan
Diesel – If Equipped
M35 10 Amp
Red Heated Mirrors – If
Equipped
M36 — —Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
Fuse Description
M37 10 Amp
Red Antilock Brakes, Sta-
bility Control System,
Stop Lamp Switch,
Fuel Pump Relay
M38 25 Amp
Natural Door and Liftgate
Lock/Unlock Motors
CAUTION!
•When installing the integrated power module
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the integrated power
module, and possibly result in a electrical system
failure.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may departsignificantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 471

Cargo Compartment...................... 185
Light ............................. 185
Cargo Light ............................ 185
Cargo Load Floor ........................ 187
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 185
Cellular Phone ....................... 100,273
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 442
Certification Label ....................... 358
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 381
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 321
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............210,404
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 87
Checks, Safety ........................... 87
Child Restraint .................... 76,77,82,84
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............81,82
Child Safety Locks ........................ 33
Climate Control ......................... 273
Clock ........................... 229,248,257Coin Holder
........................... 184
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 273
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 333
Compass ........................ 212,215,221
Compass Calibration .................. 215,222
Compass Variance .................... 214,223
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 219
Console .............................. 184
Console, Floor .......................... 184
Contract, Service ........................ 467
Cooling System ......................... 417
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 419
Coolant Capacity ..................... 443
Coolant Level ....................... 421
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 420
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 418
Inspection .......................... 417
Points to Remember .................. 421
Pressure Cap ........................ 420
476 INDEX